Steering Related Problems of the 2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette

Table 1 shows three common steering related problems of the 2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette.

Table 1. Steering related problems of Oldsmobile Silhouette

Problem Category	Number of Problems
Steering Tie Rod Assembly problems	1
Steering Wheel problems	1
Power Steering Pump problems	1

Steering Tie Rod Assembly problem #1

The 2 outer tie rods, reported of a lot of noise in the front end from 5k to 23k+ miles. Consumer/mechanic thought that this noise could be from a loose bumper, therefore clips were added, but the rattle noise is still there.

Steering Wheel problem #2

While driving at highway speeds, driver lost control of the vehicle due to a defective steering shaft. Dealer has replaced steering shaft. Consumer had no steering, however was able to get the vehicle off of the road safely into a ditch.

Power Steering Pump problem #3

When trying to turn steering wheel it will bind up, making it hard to turn. Took vehicle to dealer, and they put a new power steering pump.

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