Does the 1990 Oldsmobile Silhouette have any recalls?

The 1990 Oldsmobile Silhouette has 1 recall on file with NHTSA, including issues with seats.

How many complaints have been filed for the 1990 Oldsmobile Silhouette?

68 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1990 Oldsmobile Silhouette.

Are there technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 1990 Oldsmobile Silhouette?

There are 4 technical service bulletins (TSBs) on file with NHTSA for the 1990 Oldsmobile Silhouette.

1990 Oldsmobile Silhouette Service and Repair Manual

4.7 · Trusted by 14,000+ mechanics & DIYers

$29.99 USD

Lightning-Fast Downloads

Optimized files — even slow connections handle it
Instant Search & Navigation

Jump to any procedure or spec with one click
Print One or All Pages

Bring only the pages you need to the shop
Covers Every System & Component

Every procedure for the 1990 Oldsmobile Silhouette

Secure Checkout

No Subscriptions

Factory-Grade Data

1990 Oldsmobile Silhouette service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

Built for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you troubleshoot accurately, follow step-by-step repair procedures, and use wiring diagrams and system sections to diagnose problems faster.

What’s included

Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
Specifications and reference data (where provided)
Electrical coverage with wiring diagrams
Coverage across key systems: engine, transmission, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, and more

Trims covered

Base Mini Passenger Van 3-Door

Engines covered

3.1L 189Cu. In. V6 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated

Index / Table of contents

Body
Brakes
Chassis Electrical
Driveline
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Engine Mechanical
Engine Performance & Emission Controls
Fuel System
General Information & Identification
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
Steering
Suspension
Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
Wiring Diagrams

Payment & Security

Payment methods

Your payment information is processed securely. We do not store credit card details nor have access to your credit card information.

Vehicle Safety Data

1990 Oldsmobile Silhouette Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #89V16400002/10/1989Component: SEATS

THE REAR MODULAR SEAT FRAME HOLD-DOWN HOOKS MAY NOT MEET THE REQUIRED PULL FORCE AT THE REAR SET ANCHORAGE.

Consequence

VEHICLES WOULD NOT CONFORM TO FMVSS 207.

Remedy

REPLACE REAR HOLD DOWN HOOKS AND PIVOT RIVETS WITH HEAT TREATED HARDWARE.

TSB #10007559

NO TCC APPLY, MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON, TCC SURGE, POSSIBLE P0740, P1870, OR 39 AFTER INSTALLATION OF A REMAN (SRTA) 4T60/4T60E. *TT

TSB #615073

SOME V6 ENGINES MAY, ON A VERY INFREQUENT BASIS, HAVE AN OIL ODOR CONDITION THAT IS GENERALLY ENCOUNTERED AFTER THE ENGINE'S OIL HAS BEEN CHANGED.TYPICALLY THE ODOR LASTS APPROXIMATELY 1000 MILES AFTER THE CHANGE OF OIL AND THEN DOES NOT RE

TSB #39075

FUEL TANK THUD/CLUNK. *TW

TSB #37936

SLIDING DOOR RATTLES. *TW

20020918Component: STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BARCrash reported

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND WITH NO WARNING STEERING WHEEL WILL LOCK UP, AND CONSUMER WILL LOSE CONTROL OF VEHICLE. IT COULD HAVE CAUSED CONSUMER TO HAVE AN ACCIDENT. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK

19991019Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCHFire reported

ONGOING PROBLEM WITH A FAULTY ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; A REPLACEMENT OF THREE ALTERNATORS AND THREE BATTERIES WITHIN THREE MONTHS. ALSO, A FAULTY IGNITION SWITCH CAUSED A FIRE UNDER THE DASH. ASKING NHTSA

19991019Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERYFire reported

ONGOING PROBLEM WITH A FAULTY ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; A REPLACEMENT OF THREE ALTERNATORS AND THREE BATTERIES WITHIN THREE MONTHS. ALSO, A FAULTY IGNITION SWITCH CAUSED A FIRE UNDER THE DASH. ASKING NHTSA

19991019Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATORFire reported

ONGOING PROBLEM WITH A FAULTY ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; A REPLACEMENT OF THREE ALTERNATORS AND THREE BATTERIES WITHIN THREE MONTHS. ALSO, A FAULTY IGNITION SWITCH CAUSED A FIRE UNDER THE DASH. ASKING NHTSA

19991019Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEMFire reported

ONGOING PROBLEM WITH A FAULTY ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; A REPLACEMENT OF THREE ALTERNATORS AND THREE BATTERIES WITHIN THREE MONTHS. ALSO, A FAULTY IGNITION SWITCH CAUSED A FIRE UNDER THE DASH. ASKING NHTSA

Showing the 5 most serious of 68 complaints filed with NHTSA.

All Model Years