Steering Related Problems of the 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette

Table 1 shows four common steering related problems of the 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette. The number one most common problem is related to the steering (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering tie rod assembly (one problem).

Table 1. Steering related problems of Oldsmobile Silhouette


Recently reported Steering problems of the 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette

The Steering problem

: the contact stated while navigating a turn at 45 mph, the steering wheel started turning freely without warning. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who replaced the steering shaft and driver air bag coil.   Read details...

The Steering Tie Rod Assembly problem

Our 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette has had numerous issues. The issues are placed in a close chronological order. All events have occurred after 50k miles with the exception of the power door locks. The dealer took care of all recalls. The power door locks intermittently lock and unlock.   Read details...

The Steering Column problem

Rubbing sound inside steering column when steerring wheel is turned. Dealer claims to have lubed the column but noise is still present. Vehicle has 50000 miles I am concerned of premature steering failure.   Read details...


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