Oldsmobile Bravada 1995
Model Bravada made in 1995 by Oldsmobile got 2 consumer complains, 5 investigations there is 1 recall as well as 11 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to latches/locks/linkages, service brakes, hydraulic. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling, power train and seats. The car had some investigations: service brakes, hydraulic, visibility. There was one recall concerning fuel system, gasoline .
Model 1995
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||
| 06E041000 | R&B, INC. | E (Equipment) | 7800 | 05/04/2006 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 05/18/2006 | 05/18/2006 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Certain r&b, inc. central multiport fuel injection (cmfi) fuel return lines, models help 55163, napa balkamp 700-3270, and the connection 2560001, sold for use as replacement equipment for the vehicles listed above. the fuel return line has a mechanical bleed valve which was not installed at the proper torque. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | A fuel leak can occur at the valve, possibly resulting in a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | R&b, inc. will notify owners and at the customers request, either replace the fuel line or offer a full refund. the recall began on may 4, 2006. owners may contact r&b, inc. at 215-712-5330. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | This recall only pertains to r&b, inc. aftermarket cmfi return fuel lines and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||||
| 000601023A | 12/01/2001 | 000601023 | 628938 | Information used when diagnosing noise conditions such as engine rattle noise, spark knock at 2000 - 2500 rpm range, under a moderate to heavy load with a warmed up engine. *tt | 03/25/2002 |
| POWER TRAIN | |||||
| 990730016A | 10/01/2002 | 990730016B | 10007838 | Diagnostic information for intermittent transmission downshift, slip, busy/cycling tcc or noisy cooling fan. *tt | 07/12/2004 |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||||
| 577126B | 04/01/1997 | 57-71-26A | 52105 | Transmission fluid leak from pump body (replace bushing). *tw | 07/17/1997 |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - LEVER AND LINKAGE - COLUMN SHIFT | |||||
| 020730024A | 08/01/2005 | 020730024B | 634999 | Diagnosis of cracked or broken transmission case. *tt 2006 and prior cars and light duty trucks. *tt | 10/11/2002 |
| SEATS | |||||
| 220801 | 08/22/2001 | 625141 | Customers may comment that the seat recliner handle is stripped. *jg | 11/16/2001 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK | |||||
| 020525006A | 12/01/2002 | 020525006 | 10000749 | Antilock brake (abs) activation at low speeds on various models including the 1995 and 1996 envoy. *tt | 03/28/2003 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||||
| 020525006 | 01/01/2006 | 020525006B | 10000062 | Antilock brake (abs) activation at low speeds. *tt | 02/10/2003 |
| 240699 | 07/24/1999 | 608382 | Subject regarding abs 3-sensor ebc4 - special policy. *tt | 11/24/1999 | |
| SUSPENSION - FRONT | |||||
| 02015 | 01/01/2004 | 10006961 | Pop snap noise in the front suspension when braking. *mr | 05/20/2004 | |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - CRUISE CONTROL | |||||
| 996101002 | 01/01/2000 | 609713 | Some customers may comment on no start, hard start, rough idle after start, surge, or other driveability concerns related to the fuel system. *tt | 04/07/2000 | |
| VISIBILITY | |||||
| 3325 | 10017164 | Power door mirror inoperative after replacing mirror. *sc | 10/26/2005 | ||
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | ||||||
| EA94038 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 10/31/1994 | 02/28/2000 | ABS BRAKING SYSTEM | 99I006000 | |
| Consumers have alleged that the vehicles brakes intermittently fail | ||||||
| EA94038 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 10/31/1994 | 02/28/2000 | ABS BRAKING SYSTEM | 99V193000 | |
| Consumers have alleged that the vehicles brakes intermittently fail | ||||||
| VISIBILITY | ||||||
| EA97022 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 10/23/1997 | 07/02/1998 | WINDSHIELD WIPER FAILURE | 98V150002 | |
| It is alleged that while driving, the wipers can stop causing a sudden loss of visibility. | ||||||
| EA97022 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 10/23/1997 | 07/02/1998 | WINDSHIELD WIPER FAILURE | 98V150001 | |
| It is alleged that while driving, the wipers can stop causing a sudden loss of visibility. | ||||||
| EA97022 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 10/23/1997 | 07/02/1998 | WINDSHIELD WIPER FAILURE | 98V150000 | |
| It is alleged that while driving, the wipers can stop causing a sudden loss of visibility. | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - DOORS - LATCH | |||
| 01/03/2000 | 04/01/1997 | ||
| Sliding door mechanism pops open on rear of door while driving. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 01/14/1995 | 1 | ||
| Abs, brakes failure complete loss of brake effectiveness to stop vehicle went off road into retaining wall on shoulder of hwy. impact 12:00 position speed 55mph | |||