When driving at low speeds there is severe vibration in the front end. The dealership unable to correct. Cause unknown.
2002 Oldsmobile Bravada suspension complaints
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On 12/11/02, I was driving my 2002 oldsmobile bravada in rush hour traffic and was traveling in the passing lane going at a speed of 70 MPH when my speedometer dropped to 30 MPH and my brake pedal was to the floor of the vehicle. Unable to accelerate. The dashboard displayed : service brake system and contact onstar displayed also. I, somehow, merged to the right lane of the expressway and at this time, my brakes were still to the floor and the speedometer was continuing to decline. Steering was difficult. I was able to get off the road, but the car stopped itself without me applying brakes. I put my car in park and the car at this time was stalled. I tried to restart the vehicle but was unable due to the car being "dead". I contacted the gm roadside assistance toll-free # to notify them of my problem and they supplied me with a # to refer to in case a tow vehicle did not arrive. Approximately, 30 minutes later a tow truck arrived and my vehicle was towed to yark oldsmobile. I spoke with the service manager- anthony and he documented my concerns and told me that my car would be serviced and they would let me know what the issue was. I also told him the other problems with this vehicle included: rear suspension defect 7/2001, loss of brakes in 8/2001, car failing to start and needing towed or jumped 3 times since 8/2001. On 12/12, the service dept contacted me and told me that there were several fault codes...one being a faulty speed sensor. They pulled several codes: c0236-circuit failure vss and c0237- a communication error. I told service that I also had several issues with the electrical system and jim stated they would look inot it but it is hard to find an electrical problem because it is such a big system. I was instructed that my car was able to be picked up on 12/13/02. I did so at that time, but I am not satisfied and do not feel safe in my vehicle. Yark is aware of above.
When turning a corner or in reverse vehicle vibrates/ makes loud noises, and pulls to the right.also, vehicle hesitates upon acceleration. Dealer has been contacted. Please provide any further information.
When making a turn, the vehicle makes a loud noise, vibrates, and slows down like it is going to stop. Dealer contacted. Cannot remedy problem. *ak refer to the federal safety agency id 01v126000 (suspension related) not reading the encoder, electrical failure-which has been reprogrammed twice and has been temporarily fixed.
Right front side is set higher then the left side. Vehicle been to the dealer on five occasions, and was told there was no solution for that problem at this time. Feel free to provide any further information.
Tires are wearing uneven, cannot be balanced. Tires were replaced, shocks and struts replaced twice. Cv joint was replaced as well. Dealer is unable to remedy the problem.*jb oil leaking from front shock, shock was replaced. Banging noise on drivers side front when going over bumps. Strut was leaking and was replaced. Brakes failed while driving resulting in a rear end collison. Brake pdal feels mushy. Passenger side fog light out. Blown fog lamp bulb replaced. Replaced failed passenger front turn signal bulb. Driver and passenger power mirror will not move left or right. Mirror switch replaced. Front bumper cover is loose and rattles. Grinding, clunking and whining when going over bumps or making turns. Steering shaft replaced. Transmission leaking. Replaced rear main seal, removed 02 sensor and converter due to damage. Surging problem with the engine. Dealer could not duplicate.
While driving 60 MPH, vehicle started to bounce. Dealer determined that compressor assembly in the rear suspension needed to be replaced. *ak consumer states at the time of failure acceleration became difficult.
On june 9, 2001 I bought/leased a new 2002 bravada. Since this time I have had my vehicle in the shop for service. The first time was on june 17 (just 8 days after I bought my new vehicle). The car had just 200 miles on it. I went out to my vehicle and the rear of my vehicle was sitting about 4 inches from the ground . When attempting to drive the vehicle, the vehicle was bouncing and the rear passengers were sitting totally reclined. When I took the car into the service center, I was told that this was a defective rear suspension and they would have my car for 3 weeks. After multiple trips to the service center and the dealer I was told that gm shipped the part needed overnight since I was so upset (the salesman that sold me the car told me this). Needless to say, I received another call from the service department who told me that (after 3 days ) my car was ready "we robbed a part from another 2002 bravada on the lot". I then on 7/31/01, parked my car on my driveway (incline) and then placed my emergency brake on. A few hours later I came out, started my car, took the emergency brake off, put my foot on the brake and put the vehicle into drive. At that time I went to put my foot on the gas and my car rolled backwards out of my driveway, into the street and into my neighbor's driveway. I put my foot on the brake but did not stop, I had to pull the emergency brake. I once again tried to put the car into drive and apply my brakes, but was unable to. I used my emergency brake once again. I took the car into the service department and they have had my vehicle since friday, 8/3/01. They state that it is no longer doing this, however they are awaiting a call back from gm to see if there has been any other reports of this problem with the 2002 bravada. I have a major concern that in only less than 8 weeks that I have had this new car, I have had 2 safety issues with it. Thanks!
This bravada had been recalled and the part replaced. While exiting a parking lot at slow speed the steering failed, car fell to the right and into a telephone pole causing extensive damage. The part that failed was the part that was replaced during recall. Gm, after investigating, is claiming no responsibility for this incident. Fortunately no one was killed at a higher speed. Something must be done to prevent anyone with this type of vehicle from being injured or killed.
Received recall notice 01v126000; contacted dealership. Was informed parts were not available due to manufacturer not knowing availability. Letter indicated parts at dealership on april 27, 2001, and they were not.
Consumer received recall notiifcation (01v126000) but is not satisified because to this date no resolution of the problem has occured.
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