Table 1 shows eight common service brakes related problems of the 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. The number one most common problem is related to the brake electric antilock (seven problems). The second most common problem is related to the brake drum wheel cylinder (two problems).
While passing a truck, in a construction site, the accellerator pedal stuck. The van sped out of control over 80 mph, I was unable to slow van using brakes and manual gears. I turned the key off to stop the car. Read details...
Brakes failed without warning (no indicator light) and no warning lights lit now. I have checked all brake pads, shoes, wheel cylinders and calipers and didn't find any indication of a problem. I have checked for leaks on the power booster and brake lines and didn't find any leaks. Read details...
Dealership is refusing service to repair recall 01v067000 notice that she received in the mail. Consumer states the ignition locks up periodically. There is a thumping in rear when brakes are applied. Hood hits bumper, consumer is concerned that the hood could fly open while driving. Read details...