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2000 Oldsmobile Bravada lights problems

12 complaints (16% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 97,000.

owner complaints
12
of this car's complaints
16%
typical mileage
97,000
crashes
0
recalls
2

Which part fails

  • Brake lights
    3
  • Turn signal: switch
    2
  • Hazard flashing warning lights: switch
    2
  • Hazard flashing warning lights
    2
  • Brake lights: switch
    2
  • Turn signal
    1
  • Fog lights: switch
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Oldsmobile Bravada lights problems in other years

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Related recalls

Exterior lighting: brake lights: switchReported May 21, 2008 · 5,862 vehicles affected
What is wrong
General motors is recalling 5,862 my 2000-2002 chevrolet blazer, my 2000-2001 gmc jimmy, and my 2000 oldsmobile bravada sport utility vehicles. The multifunction switch could develop an open circuit condition that results in the stop lamps and the rear hazard lamps becoming inoperative. The center high mounted stop lamp and turn signal functions are not affected.
Risk
The loss of stop lamps and rear hazard lamps could fail to warn a following driver that the vehicle is braking and/or is stopped and could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the hazard switch carrier. The recall began on june 17, 2008. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438, gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463, or oldsmobile at 1‑800‑630‑6537, or through their website at http://www.gmownercenter.com . Note: this campaign is an expansion of a previous recall (please see 01v364).

Recall number 08V231000 · Recall details

Exterior lighting: hazard flashing warning lights: switchReported December 3, 2001 · 506,377 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The multifunction switch could develop an open circuit condition that results in the stop lamps and the rear hazard lamps becoming inoperative. The center high mounted stop lamp and turn signal functions are not affected.
Risk
The loss of stop lamps and rear hazard lamps could fail to warn a following driver that the vehicle is braking and/or is stopped and could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the hazard switch carrier. Owner notification will be conducted in two phases. The first phase began april 15, 2002, with mailings to owners of 2000 and early 2001 vehicles. The second mailing phase will be to remaining 2001 and 2002 vehicles. 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, gmc at 1‑800‑462‑8782, or oldsmobile at 1‑800‑442‑6537.

Recall number 01V364000 · Recall details

Related investigations

Hazard light switch failureOpened February 28, 2008, closed July 9, 2008

On november 30, 2001, general motors (gm) conducted safety recall 01v‑364 for the subject vehicles built between september 16, 1999 and august 28, 2001 to remedy a defective hazard switch that would cause a loss of hazard and stop lamp illumination.the hazard switch is contained within the vehicle multifunction switch.odi opened this investigation based on reports that some consumers were not notified of the original recall or that they had repairs done under 01v‑364 but experienced subsequent multifunction switch failures.the multifunction switch supports the operation of cruise control, windshield wipers, exterior lighting and turn signals in addition to hazard and stop lamps. On may 21, 2008, gm notified the agency that it erroneously missed identifying 5,862 vehicles that should have been included in recall 01v‑364.gm will now notify owners of these vehicles under a new the federal safety agency recall number 08v‑231.owner notification began on june 17.the primary cause of brake lamp failure was a design change from copper to brass contact material in the hazard switch.this change was effective for vehicles built after september 16, 1999.gm changed the material back to copper for vehicles built after august 28, 2001. The remedy part for both 01v‑364 and 08v‑231 contains copper contacts.gm's data shows that less than 1% of vehicles repaired under recall 01v‑364 required additional subsequent repair or replacement of the hazard or multifunction switch.this investigation is closed.

RQ08001

Loss of stop lamp illuminationOpened September 6, 2001, closed December 20, 2001

PE01032

What 2000 Oldsmobile Bravada owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Sep 14, 2020 · Electrical, Lights · FL

A recall for other vehicles but not mine. Left breaklight doesn't light up, till you move and down the turnsignal lever. Then the left break light lights up. So why isn't my model in this recall ? I found this on a bravada thread and lots of auto parts stores selling the part for it.

Filed Sep 23, 2011 · Electrical, Lights · 165,000 miles · DE

Hazard switch interfering with turn signal operation - the right turn signal became inoperative - all bulbs lit up except for the right side marker light when the right turn signal was turned on; however, the marker light and all others that are supposed to flashed with the 4-way flashers. All bulbs and the flasher unit was replaced with negative results. During further examination on 9/23/11 when the flasher switch was jiggled the turn signal began working and then stopped but then worked again each time that the turn signal switch was jiggled. There has been a recall for a similar issue where the hazard switch interfered with the stop lamps - campaign id number: 08v231000. Two dealerships and oldsmobile were contacted regarding this and the answer was that there are no open recalls for this vehicle. One of them mentioned that a recall had been done in a year prior to 2008 which involved replacing the hazard switch. An oldsmobile rep stated that the 2008 recall only pertained to vehicles with certain VIN numbers but could not confirm that the replacement hazard switch installed in a previous recall was not from the same stock as the switch installed in the vehicles that had the hazard switch replaced in the 2008 recall.

Filed Apr 23, 2009 · Lights · 75,008 miles · MO

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 oldsmobile bravada. The rear brake lights failed which made it difficult for another driver to know that the vehicle was braking and/or stopped which could avoid a crash. The dealer repaired the vehicle according to recall # 08v231000 (exterior lighting:brake lights:switch). The contact was responsible for paying $372.00 for the repair. The manufacturer stated that he should not have paid for the repair and they would reimburse him; however, shortly afterwards a representative denied reimbursement stating that his vehicle was excluded in the recall. The contact has not received a reimbursement. The failure mileage was 75,008 and the current mileage was 75,667.

Filed Sep 25, 2008 · Lights · 128,000 miles · NH

I purchased a used 2000 oldsmobile bravada in june 2008. The vehicle passed state required inspection with no issues. On 9/19/08 the stop lamps unexpectedly blew all four bulbs and the stop lamps now do not work at all even with new bulbs installed. Upon doing internet search for causes and repair solutions, I found that there had been a recall in 2001 regarding stop lamp/hazard flasher switch failures. I called a local dealer and they informed me that the hazard flasher switch had been replaced during the first recall and they could not do the repair again, however, I also found that a new recall had been issued in 2008 for the same issue. I have replaced the bulbs and stop lamp switch with no resolution to the failure of the stop lamps. The dealership says it will cost me $100 to get the wiring checked and I will be responsible for the cost of repairs. If this is an ongoing issue with the lighting I believe that the testing should be at no cost. Failure of the stop lamps puts my family at serious risk of injury if vehicles behind me are not able to know that I am stopping. The highmount lights,flashers,back up lights and turn signals are not affected...only the lower stop lamps. I also have an issue with multi function turn signal switch being loose on steering column. I have purchased the part but have not had it installed as of the date of this letter. When engaging the switch to make a right turn the windshield wipers come on. This only happens when making a right turn.

Filed Mar 19, 2007 · Lights · 64,000 miles · IL

Tl*- the contact stated that 2000 oldsmobile bravadas were recalled under notice 01v364006, but his vehicle's VIN was not included. The contact stated that the flashers, brake lights and turn signals did not work due to same failure that was stated in recall 01v364006. The vehicle has not been repaired as of yet. The failure and current mileage were both 64,000. *ak the consumer vehicle was not included in the recall. Updated 04/09/07.

Filed Jun 20, 2005 · Lights · 77,000 miles · VA

The consumer experienced the same problem as stated in recall 01v364000 concerning multi function switch. The dealership would not repair the problem free of charge because the VIN was not included. *ak *sc

Filed Apr 7, 2005 · Lights · OH

I own a 2000 olds bravada SUV, I recently had a problam with my turn signals and took the back to the dealership for repair. They said I had a short in the switch and repaired it.I paid the bill. When I got home I started some research on the internet.the part number 26100837 switch (turn signal / hazard switch) appears to be the same part that was listed in a recall notice from gm by the national highway safety admin. My question is , is this the same part, and should I have to pay for a recalled item?

Filed Nov 18, 2003 · Lights · 97,000 miles · AZ

I recently purchased a my2000 oldsmobile bravada from a private party. Upon driving the vehicle home, I realized that the brake lights did not function. Upon further investigation, I found that the hazard flashers also did not work. I found a recall notice on the federal safety agency website which covers this vehicle, which describes the malfunction perfectly. Upon contacting the oldsmobile division of general motors, I was told by the customer service representative that the vehicle in question had been repaired in 2001 as required by the recall campaign. When I informed the individual that the vehicle again had the same malfunction, I was told that since gm had satisfied the requirement to repair the vehicle already, it would be my responsibility to take it to a dealer and have it repaired at my cost. My concern is that there are likely others who have had the same problem repaired by a gm dealer, and are unaware that the problem exists again with their. Driving a vehicle without brake lights is extremely dangerous. I strongly believe that this needs to be looked at again, as the 'fix' performed did not cure the problem long term.

Filed Dec 11, 2001 · Lights · MO

This is second failure of this brake light "module"

Filed Oct 17, 2001 · Lights · IN

Brake light switch had to be replaced 3 times. At this time switch has failed again.

Questions about the 2000 Oldsmobile Bravada lights

Does the 2000 Oldsmobile Bravada have lights problems?

Owners have filed 12 complaints about the lights of the 2000 Oldsmobile Bravada, 16% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2000 Oldsmobile Bravada lights problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 97,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2000 Oldsmobile Bravada lights?

Yes, 2 recalls: 08V231000, 01V364000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Oldsmobile Bravada have the most lights problems?

The Oldsmobile Bravada model years with the most lights complaints are 2000 (12 complaints) and 2002 (11 complaints).

Other 2000 Oldsmobile Bravada problems

Electrical 16Transmission 14Suspension 11Engine 10Acceleration 6Brakes 6Fuel system 4Body 3Airbags 2Steering 2Visibility 2Locks 1Seat belts 1Wheels 1

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