1997 Oldsmobile Bravada fuel system problems

Filed Feb 27, 2013 · Brakes, Fuel system · 160,000 miles · CA

While driving I would hear like a motor running sound that would last approx 5/10 sec. And during this time the brake pedal would rise and get hard and I would have to apply lots of pressure in order for vehicle to stop which does so with grind. I replaced both rotors,calipers,brake pads,mastercylinder and brake booster.ABS light would come on when hit bump and go off after awhile .finally I removed fuse from ABS and problem ceased.in processes of diognosing problem.discovered suspension in front falling apart replaced inner/outer tierods,pitman arm,both upper/lower ball joints,passenger upper control arm and wheel hub.rear windsheild wiper no longer works and windshield wiper freezes during rain which has caused wiper motor to be replaced.driver side door hinges replaced numerous times causing door not to shut properly and doesnt sit level,fuel gauge doesnt read properly when full it reads 1/2 tank and when reads empty its unknown how much gas is really in tank have to rely on miles counter and carry extra gallon of gas.

Filed Jul 25, 2007 · Fuel system · 156,000 miles · IA · fire

Was driving on the highway when the check engine light on my 1997 oldsmobile bravada began flashing then there was an explosion at the rear of the vehicle. We pulled over and I pulled my children from the vehicle. The entire underside of the vehicle was on fire and flames were coming out of the gas cap. My husband used two full fire extinguishers on the fire and was unable to put it out. Following the attempt to extinguish the flames there were two more explosions. The sheriffs and fire departments came and put it out. Each filed reports on the incident. It is believed that the fuel pump (located inside the gas tank) shorted out causing a spark that ignited the gas tank. The vehicle was a total loss.

Filed May 11, 2004 · Fuel system · GA · fire

Consumer stated vehicle caught on fire and burned. Earlier consumer smelled gas, but drove the vehicle for about 7 miles. He pulled off the freeway into a way station and checked the vehicle. He did not see any gas or any leak. Vehicle remained parked for about 15-20 minutes. Consumer called 911, the police came and examined the vehicle, an did not find any leaks or smelled any gas. He was advised by the police not to drive the vehicle but to have it checked. Consumer towed vehicle to a cadillac dealer, who checked the vehicle, and did not find any gas smell. After keeping the vehicle for 2 days it was returned to consumer, who let the vehicle sit for approximately 3 days before driving it again. Then, on his way back from a trip consumer looked in the rear view mirror and saw flames coming from the rear of the vehicle. Then it exploded.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Engine, Fuel system · PA

Ac compressor replaced twice. Flush cooling system (dexcool). Idler arm replaced 48222. Lower ball joints.48222 recalled left rear axle leak.48222 oil cooler lines replaced,48222. Charging system failer replaced alternater 47577 replaced battery 47577 frnt brakes and rotors 45631 fuel sender unit39434 driver side door pin 39434 ses light on oxygen sensor replace AC compressor 35338 clean egr valve 35338 AC compressor 33196 51000 lower ball joints are worn again (dealer replaced original because of recall) put junk back on vehicle.

Filed Oct 24, 2003 · Fuel system · 59,500 miles · OR

Fuel gauge is defective. Fuel gauge will show that there is a full tank when there is actually a half a tank. Dealer will not admit that there is a problem. The manufacturer will be informed.*ak on one occasion the gauge indicated there was a half a tank but the vehicle was out of gas and shut off. *ts

Filed May 27, 2003 · Fuel system · 89,000 miles · MD

The fuel sensor is no longer functioning. Because of where it is located, I am choosing not to pull the fuel tank and spend the money to replace the gauge. Unfortunately, this car gets such bad gas mileage (12 - 13 miles per gallon) I can not let it go over 200 miles before refueling.

Filed Mar 31, 2003 · Fuel system · 58,000 miles · IL

Fuel gauge does not register properly, shows 1/2 tank when empty, miles to empty readout wrong, fuel sender went bad at 58000 miles.

Filed Dec 26, 2002 · Engine, Fuel system · MI

Power seat shorted out and the dealer repaired the burned and chafed wires, belt tensioner was noisy, the remote locks shorted out and the dealer replaced the receiver module, intake gasket was leaking coolant, rear wiper motor shorted out, fuel sensor shorted out, right axle seal failed causing fluid to leak, multifunction switch failed, the transmission had no reverse, no third gear only first gear. Nlm

Filed Aug 28, 2002 · Fuel system, Steering · PA

Vehicle has had multiple failures. O safety defect listed.

Filed Jul 27, 2002 · Fuel system, Transmission · FL

Unknown as to beginning date of "pinion seal leak" resulting in vibrations at 45 to 65 miles per hour, and fuel guage inaccurate since around 60,000 miles.