Model year guide

2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 6 on record.

2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints11
Combined18–20 mpg
Typical price$1,442

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette recalls 3

Steering NHTSA Campaign #09E005000 · 17/02/2009

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.

Fix: 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.

Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch NHTSA Campaign #04V597000 · 22/12/2004

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.

Fix: 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…

Fuel System, Other:storage:tank Assembly:pressure Relief Devices NHTSA Campaign #07E021000 · 12/03/2007

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.

Fix: 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.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Tires
Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Latches/locks/linkages
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Parking Brake
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette MPG & running costs

Combined18–20 mpg
City17 mpg
Highway23 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,525

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette worth?

Low
$650
Typical price
$1,442
High
$1,900

From 6 comparable 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$17,625
Depreciation (5 yrs)$300
Total$17,925
Per mile$0.24

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($1,442) with the same model 3 model-years older ($1,254), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette trims & engines on record

Trims
GL · GLS · Premiere
Engines
3.4L 6-cyl

2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette vehicles on record

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Other Oldsmobile Silhouette model years

2003 2002 2001 2000 1999

2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette — frequently asked questions

Does the 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette?

Across all 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are tires, electrical system, structure.

What gas mileage does the 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette get?

The 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette has U.S. EPA estimates of 18–20 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

How much is a 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette worth?

Comparable 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette listings run roughly $650–$1,900, typically around $1,442 (from 6 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.