Abs braking system operates intermittently. While applying brakes pedal goes all the way to the floor, less braking power. Dealership is aware of problem.
1996 Oldsmobile Bravada: brake failure
10 of the 77 complaints about the 1996 Oldsmobile Bravada describe brake failure.
- owner complaints
- 10
- of this car's complaints
- 13%
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 3 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below
Brake failure by model year
What owners say
Due to location of the battery, acid leaked onto brake line, causing brake line to rupture, and resulting in loss of all brake fluid which caused complete brake failure when driving. Consumer has contacted the dealer.
Ea94-038/ABS braking system: ongoing problem with ABS brake failure. When applying brakes intermittently pedal would go to the floor. Dealer notified, and informed consume rthat they were unable to duplicate the problem. Vehicle was involved in two accidents because of ABS failure.
The brakes, when applied on any uneven surface (gravel, small pothole, wet surface, etc.) fail to engage. It feels as though you have no brakes for a few seconds. The brakes eventually do operate, but usually after you are into the intersection. I have asked the local dealer (demaagd oldsmobile, in battle creek, mi) about this repeatedly, and they say that they know that there is a defect, but that no recall has been done. They even offered to disconnect the ABS to make it safer. I am very afraid to be approaching the winter months with these brakes.
Battery case cracked and leaked acid onto brake line routed directly below battery. Line was damaged by acid and failed causing loss of braking.
Abs brakes failed. Also replaced front brake rotors/calipers and engine fan belt.
Complete ABS brake failure. Also replaced front brake pads and deglazed rotors.
Multiple brake failures.
Brakes failed.
When it is hot outside the brakes seem to fail. The truck will not always stop when it is hot outside. The brakes fade which result in loss of brakes.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 1996 Oldsmobile Bravada brake failure
Is brake failure a common problem on the 1996 Oldsmobile Bravada?
10 of 77 owner complaints about the 1996 Oldsmobile Bravada (13%) mention brake failure. The model year with the most reports is 1994.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1996 Oldsmobile Bravada?
There are 0 recalls and 3 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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