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1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette recalls, newest first

April 8, 1997NHTSA 97V058000676,535 vehicles potentially affected

Structure

Summary
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles and mini vans originally sold or currently registered in the following states: connecticut, illinois, indiana, maine, massachusetts, michigan, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont and wisconsin. The rear cradle bolts pull through the retainers due to corrosion of the retainer. If both bolts pull through, the rear cradle would not longer be supported at these mounting locations and the steering intermediate shaft can separate from the steering gear.
Consequence
If this were to occur while the vehicle was in motion, a vehicle crash could result.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the rear cradle bolts and retainers.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

January 28, 1992NHTSA 92V01200095,897 vehicles potentially affected

Structure › Body

Summary
The glove compartment door will not remain closed during certain load forces associated with a vehicle crash. This does not comply with the requirements of FMVSS 201.
Consequence
In the event of an accident, the glove compartment doormay open and result in occupant(s) injuries from contact with the glovecompartment door.
Remedy
Replace the current upper glove compartment door with a redesigned upper glove compartment door which incorporates a positive latch to keep the door closed should a vehicle crash occur.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 37 complaints about the 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
4
Fires reported
2
Injuries reported
8
Deaths reported
3

Most complained-about components

  1. Structure › Body › Door6
  2. Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch5
  3. Seat belts › Front › Retractor5
  4. Service brakes3
  5. Structure › Frame and members3

Other Oldsmobile Silhouette years

Other 1991 Oldsmobile models

Most recalled 1991 vehicles

  1. 1991 Honda Accord (13 recalls)
  2. 1991 Blue Bird TC2000 (12 recalls)
  3. 1991 Acura Integra (11 recalls)
  4. 1991 Thomas School Bus (11 recalls)
  5. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (10 recalls)
All of 1991’s most recalled vehicles

Questions

Does the 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette have any recalls?
2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: structure. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Oldsmobile dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette?
37 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.