Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||||
| 08089-B | 11/01/2008 | 08089-C | 10027804 | General motors corp: special coverage adjustment; analog onstar deactivation. *pe updated 2/17/09. *pe | 02/09/2009 |
| 3777 | 10018585 | Fuel and temperature gauge inoperative, low fuel and battery light on, prndl inoperative. *tt | 01/06/2006 | ||
| 3170B | 10017165 | Instrument panel cluster interior and/or head lamps flicker. *tt | 10/26/2005 | ||
| 3215 | 10010850 | Instrument panel cluster guages float up after ignition key turned off. various models including 99-05 chevrolet, gmc and cadillac full size utilities. *tt | 12/14/2004 | ||
| 3130 | 01/01/2004 | 10010053 | Instrument cluster prndl inoperative and or battery light on. *sc | 11/03/2004 | |
| 3031A | 01/01/2004 | 10009647 | Driver information center (dic) stays in bulb check. *tt | 10/14/2004 | |
| 01655 | 01/01/2004 | 01655C | 10007628 | Repeat diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0410 with water in the air pump. *mj | 07/06/2004 |
| 02010 | 01/01/2004 | 10007296 | Ipc (instrument panel cluster) interior head lamps flicker on 99-04 chevrolet, gmc and cadillac full size trucks and utilities as well as other models. *tt | 06/09/2004 | |
| 01642 | 01/01/2004 | 10007235 | Ipc (instrument panel cluster) gauge fluctuation after key-off. *tt | 06/04/2004 | |
| 02038 | 01/01/2004 | 10006946 | Diagnostic trouble code b1000. *mr | 05/20/2004 | |
| 260702 | 07/26/2002 | 637325 | Some vehicles may exhibit a no start condition adter sitting over 24 hours and / or rear tailgate glass is inoperative. *tt | 11/22/2002 | |
| 010856001A | 06/01/2001 | 010856001 | 623034 | Some customers may comment that the security lamp illuminates while driving; engine cranks but will not start; and / or the engine starts then stalls and the security lamp is flashing. *tt | 10/25/2001 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - MODULE | |||||
| 160702 | 07/16/2002 | 637280 | Some vehicles witht he 4.3 liter engine may experience repeat diagnostic trouble code p0410 with evidence of water in the air pump. *tt | 11/22/2002 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - SOFTWARE | |||||
| 08089-B | 11/01/2008 | 08089-C | 10027804 | General motors corp: special coverage adjustment; analog onstar deactivation. *pe updated 2/17/09. *pe | 02/09/2009 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - REAR COMPARTMENT/TRUNK | |||||
| 250202 | 02/25/2002 | 629824 | Information on replacing corroded trailer pre-wire harness at the rear bumper. *tt | 04/09/2002 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR | |||
| 02/02/2006 | 74190 | 7 | 04/11/2005 |
| On 11 apr 2005, i purchased a 1999 oldsmobile bravada from a nh dealer, with approx. 74000 miles on it. within one week, the vehicle was returned for a bad water pump, and driver's window switch. during the week of 21 april, i had the alternator replaced. this vehicle had a nh state inspection sticker, but it has yet to pass a ma state inspection. the air injection pump that assists in the air/fuel mix has been updated by gm, but their update allows them to call it something other than a recall, so, it would cost me an additional $400-500. for this update. in sep of 2005, i noticed a gradually growing noise from the front end. i was told the entire front end was wiped out. the safety issues alone were exhaustive. the following had to be replaced, and were done, to the cost of $1700.: pitman arm / idler arm / upper, lower ball joints / cv joints,axles,boots/ entire front hub assemblies / front brakes (rotors,pads,calipers) / 4 tires currently, the driver's front door is sagging due to poor door pins and bushings. maaco wants $1200. to replace the hinges, pins, and bushings, and repair/replace the striker plate and surrounding area. the directional signal sounds constantly even without using the signal, and goes away when you step on the brake (!?) the key frequently gets stuck in the ignition and won't come out. last month yet another alternator had to go in as the other failed. i had this back in the shop yesterday 01feb06 for a banging sound coming from the front end, and the technician advised me that he called gm. they confirmed there is a defective front torsion bar in these blazer-type vehicles. the technician stated it would cost me around $250. it never ends. i am truly exhausted both mentally and financially with this car. please provide any assistance you can. the dealer won't take it back, will not assist, and gm does not want anything to do with me. they won't even take my call. i truly fear for my and my family's safety. *jb | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION | |||
| 02/02/2006 | 74190 | 7 | 04/11/2005 |
| On 11 apr 2005, i purchased a 1999 oldsmobile bravada from a nh dealer, with approx. 74000 miles on it. within one week, the vehicle was returned for a bad water pump, and driver's window switch. during the week of 21 april, i had the alternator replaced. this vehicle had a nh state inspection sticker, but it has yet to pass a ma state inspection. the air injection pump that assists in the air/fuel mix has been updated by gm, but their update allows them to call it something other than a recall, so, it would cost me an additional $400-500. for this update. in sep of 2005, i noticed a gradually growing noise from the front end. i was told the entire front end was wiped out. the safety issues alone were exhaustive. the following had to be replaced, and were done, to the cost of $1700.: pitman arm / idler arm / upper, lower ball joints / cv joints,axles,boots/ entire front hub assemblies / front brakes (rotors,pads,calipers) / 4 tires currently, the driver's front door is sagging due to poor door pins and bushings. maaco wants $1200. to replace the hinges, pins, and bushings, and repair/replace the striker plate and surrounding area. the directional signal sounds constantly even without using the signal, and goes away when you step on the brake (!?) the key frequently gets stuck in the ignition and won't come out. last month yet another alternator had to go in as the other failed. i had this back in the shop yesterday 01feb06 for a banging sound coming from the front end, and the technician advised me that he called gm. they confirmed there is a defective front torsion bar in these blazer-type vehicles. the technician stated it would cost me around $250. it never ends. i am truly exhausted both mentally and financially with this car. please provide any assistance you can. the dealer won't take it back, will not assist, and gm does not want anything to do with me. they won't even take my call. i truly fear for my and my family's safety. *jb | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING | |||
| 02/16/2004 | 46000 | 1 | 05/25/2003 |
| While i was driving my 1999 oldsmobile bravada felt like a tire had gone flat.. after noticing the problem i went to pull over and the entire suv pulled to the right almost hitting a parked boat. when i exited the vehicle i noticed the passangers side tire was sideways.. half underneath the truck. i checked with the dealership who i bought the truck from and there not willing to help for free as i dont have a warranty.. even though this is the second problem ive had with the vehicle since i bought it 8 months prior. i checked with a mechanic and they said the axle was broken and the bearings and ball joints could be busted. lucky for me i wasn't on the highway where i had been 20 minuites prior and heading back to.*ak | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - FRONT UNDERHOOD | |||
| 04/23/2003 | 47234 | 10/11/2001 | |
| Vehicle stalled backing out of a parking spot. upon attempting to restart, vehicle started smoking from under hood. fire dept responded to extinguish the fire. vehicle was totalled. *ak | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - INTERIOR/UNDER DASH | |||
| 02/12/1999 | 3 | 01/01/1999 | |
| On 2-12-1999 my wife was struck from behind by another vehicle and driven into a semi during a whiteout on i94 near marshall, michigan. auto-owners insurance decided to repair the vehicle over our objections since this involved completely rebuilding the vehicle and installing a new frame. the car was in the body shop 11 weeks and we took possession only when the insurance company said they would only guarantee to repair any future items. our first noticable objection was that door gaps were 125% greater than others. this led us to inspect the rest of the car very carefully. the following items were of concern. i will only go into what i would consider safety items not cosmetics. loud vibration which turned out to be hood latchs never secured (this bothered me since it was indicative of other possible flaws from being completely rebuilt by hand. grabbing during tight turns - was repaired twice under bulletin 86-74-02 for launch shudder - our steering problem is not during takeoff but only the tight turns. the instruments occassionally go wacko and give false readings particularly the overhead. the airbags did not deploy in a crash that destroyed the frame. from all i have read tjhis could reoccur in a future collision and perhaps the inverse could occur and premature deployment result. both the insurance company and the body shop(olds dealership) have given me letter assuring me they will fix any future defects but not guaranteeing they not occur. rob the agent at les | |||