Most common 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette problems
Share of the 11 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Oldsmobile Silhouette complaints by model year
Best Silhouette years: 2004, 1996, 2003. Years to avoid: 1998, 1999, 2000, 1997. Compare all years →
2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette recalls (1)
Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch
On certain minivans equipped with second-row bucket seats or captain's chairs and a power sliding door on the passenger side of the vehicle, a passenger using the interior handle to open the power sliding door could be injured.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the power sliding door interior handle on the passenger-side. If the vehicle is equipped with a power or manual sliding door on the driver-side, the interior handle will also be replaced for…
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into a possible defect involving the 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette:
Power-sliding door
Subject vehicles are available with an optional power sliding door.the interior handle is oriented in the vertical position in the door panel and lines up at the elbow level when the occupant is seated in the 2nd-row outboard position.if the occupant holds the interior handle in the thumb up position during power-assisted opening, the arm/wrist can be push back with force against the 2nd-row bucket seat or captain's…
What 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette owners say
Wheels & tires
Almost identical circumstances as in odi 10137234. Big o tires aligned my van in oct 2005 and discovered the tread separation. Alignment was within spec, except camber or caster on the rear were 0.02 degrees out. They referend me to the dealer. At first, over the telephone, the dealership said it was due to neglet and referred me to an authorized Goodyear dealer. Goodyear tire dealership discovered tread separation on all 4 tires on my 2004 Oldsmobile minivan on the inside edge, under the vehicle. Goodyear saw my rotation/balance records and agreed to warrant the tires. This is why all four tires were worn, due to rotaiton every 6-8K miles. They gave me prorated credit based on tread depth remaining. 50% for two and 25% for the other two credit. Mileage is at 32K. They also explained that we should not drive on them until replaced. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. The vehicle was equipped with mastercraft strategy tires (n/a), tire size 225/60/16. The dot number was unavailable. While driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle began to vibrate excessively. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the four tires were balanced and the failure continued to occur. The tires had not been replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 112,963.
2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.4L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 17 / 24 / 20 |
| 3.4L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 4WD/AWD | 16 / 22 / 18 |
EPA ratings. Class: Minivan.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette a good car?
Based on 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2004 Silhouette rates better than average: 84% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Silhouette at the same age. It is one of the best Silhouette years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette?
The wheels & tires — 4 complaints, 36% of all complaints for this model year, most often about tread/belt. Next are the body & structure (2) and electrical system (2).
How many recalls does the 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette have?
There is 1 recall for the 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette, the most recent from December 22, 2004 (latch). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Oldsmobile Silhouette?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2004, 1996 and 2003. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 1998, 1999, 2000 and 1997. See the full Oldsmobile Silhouette years comparison.
At what mileage do 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 39,000 miles; 56% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.