Tl* the contact owns a 1998 oldsmobile silhouette. The contact stated that once the vehicle was stopped and shifted into park, the vehicle would not shift into drive. In addition, the vehicle would only remain in park if the emergency brake was engaged. The vehicle was towed to a local repair facility where it was inspected by an independent mechanic. The mechanic advised that the shift linkage cable was fractured and would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 120,000. Updated 03/24/11*lj the door latch and seat belts were inoperative. Updated 05/05/11
1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette transmission problems
10 complaints (6% of all complaints for this car). 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 10
- of this car's complaints
- 6%
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Automatic transmission5
- Manual transmission2
- Axle assembly1
- Automatic transmission: park/neutral start interlock switch1
- Automatic transmission: lever and linkage: column shift1
- Automatic transmission: control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Oldsmobile Silhouette transmission problems in other years
Related recalls
Power train: automatic transmission
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: mini vans. These vehicles may have (1) a broken shift cable fitting or (2) loose shift linkage. Consequently, moving the shift lever to a 'park' position may not shift the transmission to 'park'.
- Risk
- The vehicle could roll increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect, and replace if necessary, the automatic transaxle range selector cable.
Recall number 98V131000 · Recall details
What 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Consumer stated the alternator and battery were replaced, and also the ignition was overhauled.
While driving would hear loud noises whenever transmission shift gears. Contacted dealership. Please provide further information.
No summary listed for abov evehicle.
I've had brakes fixed, and have replaced the tires twice! The back-end keeps making noise every time you change the gear from park to drive or any other gear. The brakes squeal a lot and the back end seems like it wants to come off, very loud and very loud squealing. Would not recommend anyone to buy this type of vehicle and I won't buy another one! Car has had these problems since purchased new in 1998, but under a 5 year lease, I feel stuck! Very dissatisfied customer!
Vehicle was welded incorrectly from factory, and at about 35,000-40,000 miles it will start to pull apart, causing tires on rear axle to slant and eventually blowout. *ak the transmission failed at 11000 miles, but the manufacturer replaced it. The tires were prematurly wearing out due to defective axle. The consumer states that 20 new tires were used in 39 months period.
Failure of part nos. 12533714 (socket) and 12101854 (connector) resulted in the anti-lock brakes and traction control to be disabled. Additionally, tail lights did not function properly.
The rear tire blew out and the other three tires were prematurely worn out and rear alignment is not adjustable due to the defective axle. Yh
The gear shift slipped from parking to drive by itself and vehicle speed out causing accident. Yh
Had received recall notice in mail , recall 98v131000. Owner not satisfied with the repairs that was done under the recall.
Questions about the 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette transmission
Does the 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette have transmission problems?
Owners have filed 10 complaints about the transmission of the 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette, 6% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette transmission problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette transmission?
Yes, 1 recall: 98V131000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Oldsmobile Silhouette have bad transmission?
The Oldsmobile Silhouette model years with the most transmission complaints are 1999 (16 complaints) and 1998 (10 complaints).
Other 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette problems
Engine 35Lights 32Brakes 17Body 16Locks 15Steering 14Fuel system 12Electrical 11Seats 10Visibility 10Airbags 8Tires 6Seat belts 5Acceleration 4Suspension 2Wheels 1
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