Tl*the contact owns a 1993 oldsmobile bravada. While driving 65 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed, but would not move. The failure only occurred at speeds greater than 65 MPH. The brake pedal would eventually depress. The dealer was unable to duplicate or repair the failure. The failure mileage was 130,000 and current mileage is 158,809.
The worst 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Brakes27
- Fuel system6
- Electrical3
- Engine3
- Body2
- Transmission2
- Acceleration1
- Locks1
- Seat belts1
- Steering1
- Suspension1
- Visibility1
- Wheels1
Specific symptoms reported on the 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Defect investigations
Abs braking system
This investigation resulted in a safety recall, 99v‑193, and a service campaign, 99i-006.
EA94038
Technical service bulletins for the 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada 13
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
- Diagnosis of cracked or broken transmission case
- Pop snap noise in the front suspension when braking
- Diagnostic information for intermittent transmission downshift, slip, busy/cycling tcc or noisy cooling fan
- Information used when diagnosing noise conditions such as engine rattle noise, spark knock at 2000 - 2500...
- Some owners may comment on high oil consumption after a gm goodwrench remanufactured 4.3L V6 engine is...
- Some customers may comment on no start, hard start, rough idle after start, surge, or other driveability...
- Subject regarding ABS 3-SENSOR EBC4 - special policy
- Conditions with front propeller shaft cv boot torn or cracked
- Intermittent hestiations, low power, and rough running engine in cold temperatures (replace PCM)
1993 Oldsmobile Bravada fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.3L 6‑cyl | 4WD | 14 | 20 | 16 |
What 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle failed to start as if it was not getting fuel. Although the dealer was alerted, no inspections were made. There is a the federal safety agency recall, # 06e041000, regarding the fuel system gasoline delivery hoses, lines/piping and fittings. The VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer has been alerted.
Consumer stated that when opening the vehicle door it will lock on its own. Dealer notified.
Consumer stated that despite having had almost all the brake system replaced with new parts, she had a near fatal accident due to brake failure. While traveling 40-45 MPH brake failed and consumer hit a van on the back left corner with the right front corner and her vehicle was totaled.
Locks would lock and unlock on own. The last time they did it, they quit working in their intirely. The seat controls and horn also quite working the last time the locks acted up. Have tried to replace breaker in fuse panel, but get spark when trying to insert breaker or any other fuses in panel. / the brakes have failed 2 times. Vehical was traveling at 10 - 15 MPH going down a small grade. When pressed on brake, pedal would go to floor and make loud noise under hood. After rolling an excessive distance, the brakes would start working again and come to a stop. I have called the manufacturer on this to find out if there has been any recalls or complaints. I was told there has not been any.
Uncontrolled vehicle acceleration at about 45mph. Gas pedal/throttle felt like it was at approximately half travel and brake pedal was extremely stiff and unresponsive with severely reduced brake effectiveness. Problem cleared up within about 10 seconds with return of normal throttle control and brake effectiveness and brake pedal feel. Cruise control was turned completely off during this time.
While driving the vehicle began to smoke then caught fire, prior to the fire the cd player started acting up, the battery became low and smoke began pouring out of the left side of the hood (ohio traffic crash report). Nlm
The fuel injection system began giving us trouble after we had a tune-up. Our gas mileage became live 15 miles to a full tank of gas.
Have had several incidents with mushy brakes, but service people at rainbow told me it was typical gmc anti-lock brakes. When you hit a bump and brake at the same time, the brake pedal goes to the floor and can hear and feel a vibration through the pedal. Also, read your article on the internetdated 7/23/99 about gm to recall 3.5 million vehicles because of problems with the anti-lock brake system. After three major brake jobs, the only thing the mechanical people at firestone and geg's auto repairs could say was, typical of the gmc anti-lock braking system. Hve contacted gmc sharon noim in tampa on 7/23/99 and said the only thing she sees is a recall 96067 that had nothing to do with the brakes. Call back on 8/6/99 and spoke with a sharronda, she said she has seen nothing yet about the brake recall. Called mike in the srevice dept. At rainbow olds in harvey, la where the SUV was purchased, he said he has seen nothing or heard anything about a recall on any gmc vehicle. I explained my predicament to him. He said he would check into it and return my call. Never did. Call gmc again on 12/6/00 in tampa and spoke with shantalet dallas, who must have a a bad day, she said she hadn't seen anything about a recall on the ABS brakes. Called back to get someone with a better attitude and spoke with virginia beaty. Said there is a recall on for my vehicle 96067 for the linear egr valve, that she said was still open. I never received a recall letter on it. She set up a new file for me co2463907, and said she would be back with me. She called several days later and left a message on my voice mail, 12/11/00, stating that there were no present recalls or campaigns on my vehicle and recommended I bring it into the dealer to have it analyzed. I saved her message for reference. I feel I have gone through all the processes to correct this problem and have not been satisfied. No one seems too know of the recall on the internet, because tie has expired on the article.
In certain weather conditions the ABS malfunctions and results in greatly extended stopping distances. (ie. A stop from approximately 5-10 MPH required in excess of 20 ft. When the ABS malfunctions the brake pedal travels to the floor, one wheel locks and skids, with what appears to be no braking at the other three wheels.
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Questions about the 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada
Is the 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada reliable?
Owners have filed 43 complaints about the 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada, 1.3 times a typical Bravada model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada?
Brakes, with 27 complaints. Next is fuel system (6).
How many recalls does the 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada have?
No recalls on record.
What year does the Oldsmobile Bravada have bad brakes?
The Oldsmobile Bravada model years with the most brakes complaints are 1994 (66 complaints), 1992 (50 complaints) and 1996 (31 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada get?
Official estimates for the 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada range from 16 mpg combined. The most efficient version (4.3L 6-cyl, 4WD) gets 14 city and 20 highway.
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