Oldsmobile Silhouette engine failure problems

Filed Aug 24, 2005 · Brakes, Electrical · 64,442 miles · OH

Awd disable and ABS lights illuminated. Left rear wheel bearing and hub assembly failed and were replaced (four times).*ak the evap solenoid, fuel sender and pump assembly were replaced. The heating element for the front driver's seat failed twice. The right rear seat belt failed. The right power sliding door actuator module failed. Rear wiper failed intermittently. A/c condenser failed. Engine failed.

Filed Jul 10, 2005 · Engine · NY

Leak in the defective intake manifold gasket , which has been diretly related to engine failure,which I now have with my 1999 olds silouette - cost to replace engine - $4,500 - having collant leak into the oil can not be good for any engine! Gm will not own problem

Filed Dec 31, 2004 · Engine · 83,000 miles · TN

The "low coolant" light came on but there was no evidence of a leak. We finally discovered that the hot coolant was leaking onto the camshaft and into the engine through faulty lower intake manifold gaskets. The gasket was replaced at our expense but we do not know the damage or condition of the camshaft and engine bearings from coolant mixed with oil to lubricate. There remains a coolant odor we cannot identify. We later learned of gm service bulletin 03-06-01-010 dated march 2003 that identifies this problem but vehicle owners have not been alerted. There will be complete engine failure without early detection of problem and repair.

Filed Mar 26, 2004 · Engine · 118,000 miles · MO

While driving 45 MPH vehicle stalled without warning. Vehicle was towed to an independent shop, and technician replaced the engine. But problem recurred.

Filed Feb 10, 2004 · Engine · 48,000 miles · MO

I have a 2000 oldsmobile silhouette that recently suffered engine damage caused from a faulty intake manifold gasket. My van only had 48,000 miles on it at the time and I was hoping to keep it for well over 100,000 miles. I purchased it new.*ak this faulty intake manifold gasket problem is not an isolated case but is a very common problem and often occurs around 35-45,000 miles on gm 3.1l, 3.4l and 3.8l v6 engines. Gm issued a service bulletin to their dealers warning them of this problem but never warned the car owners. Bulletin #03-06-01-010. A warning would have prevented my problem as I was still under warranty when the bulletin was issued. Gm has refused to offer any assistance toward the cost of this repair which often costs between $650 to $2000 depending on severity of the damage to the engine. Many gm owners have had to replace the engines even after the gasket was replaced. Here is the name of the gm representative that is aware of these engine problems. Kathy sawyer, customer relationship manager, oldsmobile customer assistance at 1‑800‑442‑6537, service request number 1-184274674. I want to know how many of these gaskets have been repaired and why gm has not recalled these engines for repair. Thank you in advance, steve nabholz www.petitiononline.com/gmcnsmrs/petition.html

Filed Jan 23, 2004 · Engine · 100,000 miles · PA

Water pump failed, then radiator failed, now engine failed. All seem to be related to dex-cool.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Engine · 45,000 miles · VA

Our 1998 oldsmobile silhouette has 45000 miles and needs a new $5000 engine. It has been maintained according to the manufacturer's instructions and the engine has been destroyed by a intake manifold gasket leak which allows corrosive dexcool coolant to leach into the engine. There are many other victims of this flaw, and details of the problem are available at: http://www.cartrackers.com/forums/live/yourlemon/231.html http://www.petitiononline.com/gmcnsmrs/petition.html http://www.geocities.com/gm_intake/ http://www.gm-v6lemons.com/ we were initially told by koons chevroloet in vienna, va that we needed to replace our engine because of antifreeze leaking into the engine. This was caused by the defective intake manifold gasket. When we furnished them with the information on the defect, a service rep then told us that the'd work with gm to see what the could do for us. They came back with "we'll replace your engine". We agreed to that remedy and when we called to see if the work on our car was completed, the service rep, said "by the way, we didn't replace the engine we rebuilt it." we were very dismayed by the fact that they misrepresented what they said they would do and proceeded to do the work without our authorization. We were about to pull the car from that dealer to go get a second opinion. Any way the work was done with no charge to us.we complained to gm customer service and after much negotiation, they offered us an extended warranty on the entire engine. Subsequent to that we took the car to farrish of fairfax in fairfax, va to inspect the work that was done at koons. They said it looked ok. Well, since then, as recent as this week the "low coolant" light has lit up on the dash. This was the precursor to our problem in the beginning. We now have an appointment to bring the car back to farrish. It seems that the fix was not adequate, but we'll let you know.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Engine · 80,000 miles · AL

A defect in the intake manifold of my 1998 olds silhouette van caused the engine to fail. This failure occurred while my pregnant wife (3 days past her due date) was driving with our 5 yr old son. While driving 40 MPH on a high traffic road, the engine failed. This could have caused a serious accident/injury. Other motorists in her vicinity saw the problem and avoided a collision.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Engine · 134,000 miles · UN

Complete engine replacement, 3.4l 6cyc minivan.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Engine · 50,750 miles · NJ

Leaking intake manifold gasket cause oil to be contaminated with coolant. Engine failed.