1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
9 recalls name the 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. Newest first.
Dorman IS recalling 979 steering knuckles, dorman p/nos. 697-902 and 697-903, sold under dorman's "oe solutions<sup>tm</sup>" brand name, and napa p/nos. 7-8502 and 7-8503 which were sold for replacement use on the various vehicles listed above. a potential material or design defect could result in the steering knuckle breaking in the hub area.
Risk and remedy
Risk
A broken steering knuckle could result in loss of steering control and a possible crash without warning.
Remedy
Dorman will notify owners and replace the defective steering knuckles free of charge and reimburse the repair facility or owner for labor. the recall began on february 23, 2009. owners may contact dorman's toll-free hotline at 1-800-523-2492 and press 5.
K2 motor IS recalling 1,921 aftermarket headlamps of various models sold for use on the above listed vehicles. these headlamps are missing the amber side reflex reflector which fails to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Risk and remedy
Risk
Without the amber side reflex reflectors, the lighting visibility may be affected, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
K2 motor will notify owners and offer a full refund. the recall began on decemeber 17, 2008. owners may contact K2 motor at 1-909-839-2992.
Certain delphi fuel pressure regulators, p/nos. Fp10020-11b1, fp10026-11b1, and fp10027-11b1, sold after january 9, 2007, as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles listed above. the universal pressure regulators (upr) were produced without an o'ring and retainer.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Fuel may leak, possibly resulting in a fire.
Remedy
Delphi will notify owners and replace the upr free of charge. the recall began on april 23, 2007. owners can contact delphi at 877-411-8770.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If a passenger uses the interior handle to open the power sliding door and holds onto the handle while it IS being opened by the motor, the passenger's arm may be pushed into the seat back or armrest and a wrist or lower arm injury may result.
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 appearance reasons. note: before the vehicle IS serviced, gm advises owners to not use the interior door handle to open the door. the driver can open and close the door from switches at the driver's position or by using the remote key fob. the driver should tell passengers to use the switch located in front of the door to open or close it. the driver should use the override switch to prevent operation of the power door by children or by others who are not familiar with its use. the owner notification letter mailing will be conducted in phases with the first phase beginning on may 31, 2005. the second phase mailing began on july 18, 2005. the recall began on may 31, 2005. phase 2 began on july 18, 2005. phase 3 (final phase) began on august 24, 2005, to all remaining customers. owners should contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438; pontiac at 1-800-620-7668; or oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537.
Certain passenger vehicles and MINI vans have lower pinion bearings in the power rack and pinion assembly in which the retainer tabs were not crimped properly. these and some other retainers used in vehicles assembled between january 1, 1996 and october 31, 1997, could fail and permit the ball bearings to escape.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If this occurs, the pinion shaft can be forced upward during left turns and back down as the steering wheel IS moved back and to the right. if the pinion shaft moves further, the driver will need to exert more effort to turn the steering wheel, similar to a vehicle without power assisted steering. if the pinion shaft moves even further, the driver will require much higher effort to turn left and may not be able to turn the wheel as much as intended. with the maximum pinion shaft movement, which requires internal gear component damage, the driver can encounter high resistance to turning left, followed by unintended power assist to the right. in any of these conditions, a crash could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will install a new lower pinion bearing unless inspect of the existing bearing indicates that replacement of the gear assembly IS necessary. owner notification began january 24, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020, pontiac at 1-800-762-2737, or oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537.
Vehicle description: 1997-2001 chevrolet venture, pontiac montana/transport, and oldsmobile silhouette MINI vans equipped with passenger side power sliding doors that were serviced in campaign 01013 (01v-067) from april to august 2001. also 2001 chevrolet venture, pontiac montana, and oldsmobile silhouette MINI vans equipped with passenger side power…
Risk and remedy
Risk
If this happens, the power sliding door can open while the vehicle IS in motion, particularly when the vehicle ascends a hill, makes a turn, or travels over a rough road surface. an unrestrained occupant could fall out of the van and be injured.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and, if required, install a new power sliding door unlatch actuator assembly. owner notification began on october 22, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020, pontiac at 1-800-762-2737, or oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537.
Vehicle description: minivans equipped with passenger side power sliding doors. the door closes but may not be latched. if this happens, the power sliding door can open while the vehicle IS in motion, particularly when the vehicle ascends a hill, makes a turn, or travels over a rough road surface.
Risk and remedy
Risk
An unrestrained occupant could fall out of the van and be injured.
Remedy
Dealers will install a new un-latch actuator assembly to the power sliding door. this recall has been continued under safety recall 01v-264. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020, pontiac at 1-800-762-2737, or oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537.
Vehicle description: passenger MINI vans equipped with bucket seats or a split bench seat in the second (middle) or third (back) row. the seat latch mechanisms on bucket seats and on the 40% portion of the split bench seat in the second and third rows do not have protective covers.
Risk and remedy
Risk
When activating the release mechanism to roll a bucket seat forward, a customer's finger(s) could be severely injured or severed in they are not kept clear of the mechanism.
Remedy
Dealers will install protective covers on the outboard latch mechanisms on all left and right hand rear bucket seats in the second and third row, and to both inboard and outboard latch mechanisms on the center rear bucket seat and the 40% portion of the split bench seat.
Vehicle description: passenger MINI vans equipped with traction control systems. the windshield wiper linkage arm can contact a brake line which IS connected to the traction control system modulator valve. this contact can chafe the brake line resulting in a brake fluid leak.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Brake fluid leakage can cause reduced brake effectiveness and increased stopping distances.
Remedy
Dealers will install a brake line clip to ensure proper clearance. also the brake lines will be inspected to any damage caused by this condition and will replace any damaged lines.
Owner complaints
104 complaints4 involved a crash1 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch
Dt*: the contact stated the sliding door on the right side of the vehicle was not working properly after the recall (01v264000, 04v597000 or 01v067000) repair was completed. the door opened without warning, while the vehicle was idling, but no longer worked. The door only operated properly on an…
Dt*: the contact stated the sliding door on the right side of the vehicle was not working properly after the recall (01v264000, 04v597000 or 01v067000) repair was completed. the door opened without warning, while the vehicle was idling, but no longer worked. The door only operated properly on an intermittent basis. The service dealer stated the recall repair was completed and there was nothing else to be done. The manufacturer was not contacted. Updated 09/13/06*jb
- Engine and engine cooling
The intake manifold gasket in our 1997 silhouette went bad. after speaking with the repair facility and performing several searches across the internet, it was obvious that gm had a defective part. the original gaskets were made out of plastics, while now gm IS constructing them of a more normal…
The intake manifold gasket in our 1997 silhouette went bad. after speaking with the repair facility and performing several searches across the internet, it was obvious that gm had a defective part. the original gaskets were made out of plastics, while now gm IS constructing them of a more normal / acceptable material. we were lucky and caught this early, but if someone were to have this happen on a highway trip, oil could leak out or mix with coolant causing the engine to seize up at highway speeds. this repair averages around $800 to $1200 from what I could find. *Jb
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
No floor heat in 1997 olds silhouette. mechanic did not find cause of problem but did note that an un associated problem was occuring. the original plastic intake manifold gasket was failing. after investigating and researching I have found that both the lack of heat in the front of this vehicle…
No floor heat in 1997 olds silhouette. mechanic did not find cause of problem but did note that an un associated problem was occuring. the original plastic intake manifold gasket was failing. after investigating and researching I have found that both the lack of heat in the front of this vehicle and worse yet the failing of the gasket are common problems with this vehicle. I am scheduled to have both problems taken care of on 12/28/2005. the estimate (no tellsing the cost to repair the heat until they get into it) will run at least $700. based on the past intake manifold gasket repairs this shop has done on gm vehicles the shop estimates this repai alone will cost at least $500. *nm
- Visibility › Windshield
Front windshield has been replaced twice in 12 months. break initiated in upper driver side corner and travels into field of vision. with windshield out, you can see severe rusting at the corner, no where else. the rust IS all the way through the roof panel and IS not visible once the windshield…
Front windshield has been replaced twice in 12 months. break initiated in upper driver side corner and travels into field of vision. with windshield out, you can see severe rusting at the corner, no where else. the rust IS all the way through the roof panel and IS not visible once the windshield IS replaced. I was advised not to go through any car washes, to avoid any undo pressues on the driverside quarter of the roof and when it breaks again to have the windshield replaced in a body shop where that section of the roof can be replaced so it won't happen again. the windshield repair person stated that when he replaces a front windshield on an olds silhouette or chevy venture that IS not the result of an accident, 99% of the time the break initiates at one of the top corners and when the windshield IS out, there IS severe rusting in the same spots. given the severity of the rust through, I expect it will leak into the interior soon.
- Electrical system › Horn · Electrical system › Wiring › Fuses and circuit breakers · Structure › Body › Roof and pillars
Roof leaks, despite attempts to block leakage, water has infiltrated the fuse panel repeatedly, shorting the horn, causing it to honk at random for long periods of time. *ak
- Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch
Recall #01 v 264 000/sliding door:intermittently the automatic sliding door would open by itself while driving. The dealer has made repairs on this door approximately 2 year ago, now the problem IS recurring. *nm
- Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch
The automatic sliding doors rattled and reopened once the were shut. when closing the door it locks on its own. once the vehicle locks on its own consumer IS not able to get out. consumer tries to open the doors with the remote control, but with no luck. consumer has to wait until it unlocks to exit.*ak
- Exterior lighting › Headlights
Drivers side headlamp lens fell off. *Ak
- Exterior lighting › Headlights
While driving 40 mph, the vehicle's headlights lens fell off without warring. The cause has yet to be determined. *la
- Service brakes, hydraulic · Visibility › Power window devices and controls
Right door window inoperative-would not go back up. left door window inoperative-would not go back up. (December 2002) window wiper arm rubbed hole in brake line, caused brakes to fail resulting in accident.
- Engine and engine cooling
The issue we ran into last year IS where the intake manifold gasket leaked causing coolant to leak into the engine. we took it into our local dealer, pearson pontiac, gms, olds in sunnyvale, on march 21 2002. around that time both myself and the dealer, at least that IS what I was told, called…
The issue we ran into last year IS where the intake manifold gasket leaked causing coolant to leak into the engine. we took it into our local dealer, pearson pontiac, gms, olds in sunnyvale, on march 21 2002. around that time both myself and the dealer, at least that IS what I was told, called oldsmobile customer service asking for assistance since the van was at 41788 miles, 5K miles out of mileage warranty, and the belief on my part that a major engine repair was not reasonable for a van with only 41K miles. why say the coolant can last 150K miles when it all leaks out at 41K miles? I was turned down for assistance since the vehicle was out of warranty. I believe I talked with justin and the case number was c06614725. the dealer diagnosed the issue as a leaking intake manifold gasket. at the same time he determined the lifters should be replaced along with a leaking water pump. the total cost was $1,709.72. breakdown was $1,130.84 for labor and the rest for parts and sales tax. the dealer repair order number IS 56819. I've never owned or heard of a vehicle which had a intake manifold coolant leak, water pump and lifters fail at 41K miles. my wife and I are not hard on our cars. this cost was high (over 5% of the original purchase price) and something we did not expect to incur.
- Engine and engine cooling · Power train
Transmission failed dec. 2000. replaced by dealer. Failed again 1,000 miles later. Repaired by dealer. 8000 miles later engine light came on-dealer said was transmission problem, would not repair -out of warranty. This been a persistent problem, which started on warranty. Contacted oldsmobile to…
Transmission failed dec. 2000. replaced by dealer. Failed again 1,000 miles later. Repaired by dealer. 8000 miles later engine light came on-dealer said was transmission problem, would not repair -out of warranty. This been a persistent problem, which started on warranty. Contacted oldsmobile to put me in contact with local factory rep. Told they would not give me the number and that I was out of warranty and on my own.
- Engine and engine cooling
Failure of intake manifold gasket. was told this IS a common gm problem with this V-6 engine. gm denied request for reimbursement.
- Electrical system · Engine and engine cooling › Engine · Equipment · Exterior lighting › Headlights · Steering › Hydraulic power assist system · Visibility
When turning the vehicle off, the horn continuously sounded and all the doors automatically locked. the doors could not be manually opened. The consumer had to turn the vehicle on and wait for a period of five to ten minutes and then turn the vehicle off to get out of the vehicle. also, power…
When turning the vehicle off, the horn continuously sounded and all the doors automatically locked. the doors could not be manually opened. The consumer had to turn the vehicle on and wait for a period of five to ten minutes and then turn the vehicle off to get out of the vehicle. also, power steering fluid had to be added every 10,000 miles and the vehicle overheated due to faulty gaskets. the engine had been replaced twice. *ak when the doors locked, the windows would not open, the dash lights and overhead lights would go out while the vehicle was in motion, the power locks would chatter while the vehicle was in motion, the lights went out in the dash, the driver doors would unlock while the vehicle was in motion, all the doors would lock when the vehicle was stopped and could not be opened manually or open the windows, all of the doors would unlock when the vehicle was in motion and was intermittent, the left door would not unlock when the ignition was turned off, the steering pump went dry while driving and the pump went dry 5 additional times after 1005k miles, the doors locked when the ignition was turned off and would be unable to open the door(s) or window, the power windows were inoperative, the driver mirror would shake, there was moisture in the head lamp, the headlights would go dim at night when the heater was turned on, the left rear window rattled, the wiring chaffed on the stud under the carpet in the vehicle, and the electrical remote did not work until the consumer was close to the vehicle. there were times when the doors were locked after the ignition switch was off, the horn would start blowing and would not shut off until the ignition switch was turned back on. *sc the power mirror were inoperative. *Jb
- Tires
While driving 70 mph rear driver's side tire separated without warning. *Ak
- Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch
The passenger's side electric sliding door would not remain closed when the consumer closed it, after a few seconds, the door would pop back open. *ak this problem was recalled twice 01v264000 and 01v067000). *nm
- Unknown or other
The cover for the headlight just fell off of the car. my mechanic said that moisture got into the headlight and caused the glue to fail. we had taken it in twice for this problem when the car was new.*ak
- Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch
The vehicle was taken to the dealer for recall# 01v067000 subject: power sliding door. the dealer made repairs to the rear passenger sliding door but the problem continued. *jb
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe · Equipment
10/27/01 - had to replace motor do to intake manifold gasket failure internally at 62139 miles. 08/27/03 - again van IS at the garage with intake manifold gasket problems the mileage IS now 102000.
- Exterior lighting › Headlights › Concealment devices · Exterior lighting › Tail lights
Front head light lens and park lights had water in them. Side park lights were loose and left head light cover fell out while driving. *jb ph
- Steering › Rack and pinion
The consumer received a recall letter regarding the rack and pinion, an appointment was made, however the day before the appointment, consumer received a call from the dealer who stated they had no tools to correct the problem. *jb
- Steering › Hydraulic power assist system · Steering › Rack and pinion
The vehicle was taken to the shop for recall repairs to the rack and pinion bearing and the power steering. this recall required that the air bags,horn and cruise control be reset. the dealer refused to do this because it was not part of the recall. *nlm
- Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch
Vehicle's passenger power sliding door will not stay close in cold weather. Dealer notified. Please provide additional information. ph *ts
- Exterior lighting › Brake lights
Brake lights burn out within 2 weeks of replacment. Bulb and filimint are in good condition - plastic base of bulb IS melted and impairs proper contact with light bulb.
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe · Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch · Power train › Automatic transmission · Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Control unit/module
Door would not latch when driving. no power to open door. Also, left front wheel censor malfunctioned for ABS traction control/ transmission failed, and intake manifold leak. *Ak
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Rear axle trailing arm failure
On november 18, 2002, odi opened a preliminary evaluation (pe02-086) to evaluate allegations of rear axle trailing arm failures in the subject vehicles (u-van) which included two reporting crashes.on april 9, 2003, odi upgraded pe02-086 to an engineering analysis (ea03-005) to continue its examination of the issue.…
On november 18, 2002, odi opened a preliminary evaluation (pe02-086) to evaluate allegations of rear axle trailing arm failures in the subject vehicles (u-van) which included two reporting crashes.on april 9, 2003, odi upgraded pe02-086 to an engineering analysis (ea03-005) to continue its examination of the issue. The trailing arm design in these vehicles has been used in the u-van from my 1997 through the present.the gm analysis concluded that the subject trailing arms could crack or buckle if they were damaged during assembly, pre-delivery handling, or subjected to certain service related abuse conditions such as improper towing or jacking.analysis of odi and gm data has identified 19 incidents of rear axle trailing arm failures in the subject vehicles.there have been no new reports to odi or gm in the last 12 months and only one new complaint in the last 21 months. Due to the low complaint rate and the absence of a continuing trend in reported failures, a safety-related defect has not been identified at this time and further use of agency resources does not appear to be warranted.accordingly, this investigation IS closed. The closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that a safety-related defect does not exist. The agency will take further action if warranted by the circumstances. For additional information, see the attached closing report.
- Safety belt assembly failure
Odi identified 59 reports with the alleged defect.odi was able to contact 44 of the 59 consumers in order to determine the specific cause of the latch problems.of the 44 owners contacted, odi determined that four failures were due to an out-of-tolerance latch plate, and that 23 failures were due to a displaced buckle…
Odi identified 59 reports with the alleged defect.odi was able to contact 44 of the 59 consumers in order to determine the specific cause of the latch problems.of the 44 owners contacted, odi determined that four failures were due to an out-of-tolerance latch plate, and that 23 failures were due to a displaced buckle housing cover.the remaining 17 failures had indeterminable causes.of the 59 reports, there were three alleged minor injuries.no legal claims or lawsuits have been filed with regard to this alleged defect.based on the limited number of reports, and a declining report trend, this investigation IS closed.a safety-related defect has not been identified at this time and further use of agency resources does not appeared to be warranted.accordingly, this investigation IS closed.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that a safety-related defect does not exist.the agency will take further action if warranted by the circumstances. See additional summary report.
- Power rack and pinion steering failure
The lower pinion bearing in the rack and pinion steering assembly may fail.gm will recall 1997-98 grand prix built between 1-mar-96 and 31-oct-97; and 1996-98 u-vans/j-cars built between 1-jan-96 and 31-oct-97.see attached summary.
- Shoulder harness clip
- Steering rack and pinion
Odi has received 200 complaints fromt consumers and 1,238 from gm alleging failure or lockup of the steering rack and pinion unit (r&p).this alleged condition can result in the loss of steering control of the vehicle and a crash can result.gm has reported six crashes in which eight people have sustained injuries…
Odi has received 200 complaints fromt consumers and 1,238 from gm alleging failure or lockup of the steering rack and pinion unit (r&p).this alleged condition can result in the loss of steering control of the vehicle and a crash can result.gm has reported six crashes in which eight people have sustained injuries ranging from bruises, airbag burn, seat belt abrasion, facial injury, neck and back pain.all crashes were single vehicle crashes.gm states that one possible failure mode IS failure of the lower pinion bearing in the r&p.an engineering analysis has been opened to determine if a safety defect trend exists.
- Unexpected opening of sliding door
There is no summary currently available
- Traction control
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10248444Vehicle Recalls
- 10246631Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
- 10208027This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
- 10171318This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
- 10168979This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code. The PI update to version D is to advise the unlock procedure is temporarily unavailable. E version update is to add administrative details.
- 10166638This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10165876This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code. The PI update to version D is to advise the unlock procedure is temporarily unavailable.
- 10157018This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
- 10154641This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10141381This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco Theft Lock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code.
- 10138060This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information with the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10137901This informational bulletin provides the technician with information on what E85 fuel may due to a non E85 vehicle.
- 10116612This informational bulletin provides information on wheel bearing P/N 13582664 being received new with visible rust and no action is needed as this does not affect the part performance.
- 10116564This informational bulletin provides information on wheel bearing P/N 13582664 being received new with visible rust and no action is needed as this does not affect the part performance.
- 10114947This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code.
- 10114924This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code.
- 10113443This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
- 10082506This technical bulletin provides a procedure to reprogram the media disc player with the latest calibrations to correct a condition of the rear entertainment system not operating as intended in colder ambient temperature areas due to calibration concerns.
- 10017152Power door lock inoperative.
- 10012745Information on error codes on radio display their cause and corrective action.
- 10010026Daytime running lamps (drl) disable official government vehicles only.
- 10009664Battery drain on vehicles equipped with power sliding doors.
- 10007833Water leaks at overhead console map.
- 10007559No tcc apply, malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on, tcc surge, possible p0740, p1870, or 39 after installation of a reman (srta) 4t60/4t60e.
- 10006594Power door locks inoperative.
- 10005444Second row seat belt will not retract passengers side. Sit bulletin 1403282.
- 10004768Engine oil or coolant leak. Gm reminder. Install new lower intake manifold gasket. Updated 7/18/08
- 10004765Release of new outer tie rod ends for service.
- 10004751Excessive lateral movement (side to side) when using certain aftermarket child seats. This condition occurs in vehicles equipped with second and third row bucket seats. Including the 1997 - 1999 opel sintra.
- 10001282Engine oil or coolant leak.
- 10001276Roof perforation.
- 10000948Premature aluminum hood corrosion / blistering.
- 10000746Roof perforation.
- 6089996Some vehicles equipped with hydra-matic 3T40, 4T60 or 4t60-e transxales may comment on a grinding and / or growling noise that IS noticeable when in park on incline.
- 636509Issue regarding excessive road noise most prevalent in the sliding door areas, left, right or both.
- 636485Subject regarding wind noise while driving.
- 635006Information on servicing 4t65-e transaxle spacer plate and gaskets for various models from 1997 through 2002.
- 634997Information on servicing 4t65e transaxle spacer plate and gaskets.
- 634989Subject regarding poor heat with cold outside temperatures at low engine rpm.
- 634985Concerns with slips, harsh upshift or garage shifts, launch shudders, flares, erratic shifts and intermittent concerns, diagnostic trouble code p1811 or p0748 set.
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