Visibility Problems of Oldsmobile Silhouette

Oldsmobile Silhouette owners have reported 43 visibility related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 13 most common visibility problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's power window (11 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's windshield (10 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Visibility problems of Oldsmobile Silhouette

The Power Window problem

2002 Silhouette, 39000 miles. Front wheel bearings failed. Had repaired, within 50 miles after picking up from dealership, there was a grinding when turning right. Both heated seats didn't heat. Driver's side window operated extremely slow.   Read details...

The Windshield problem

: the contact stated the pinch weld areas on the windshield are rusting. The windshield professionals discovered this while replacing the windshield in the vehicle. This occurred on the driver side top, bottom and the passenger side top. The vehicle has been inspected by a dealer.   Read details...

The Windshield Wiper/washer Motor problem

The windshield wipers failed intermittently which caused poor visibility. A recall was issued on similar makes and models, however this vehicle was not included due to vehicle identification number. Dealer notified.   Read details...

The Windshield Wiper/washer problem

While driving in rain, traveling 45mph, had windshield wipers on intermittently, and then turned to normal, and windshield wipers didn't take care of the water. Then turned to high speed. Dealer repaired problem at owner's cost. Contacted manufacturer, owner seeking reimbursement.   Read details...

The Side/rear Glass problem

Sliding door problems since purchase. Driver electric seat "repaired" several times and still does not work. Dealer repaired rear compressor and broke cover latch. They put a hole in the front bumper at this time.   Read details...




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