1991 Oldsmobile Bravada

▲ Better than typical

1991 Oldsmobile Bravada
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:42:48.181Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

1991: 44 complaints

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Year	Complaints
1991	44
1992	56
1993	43
1994	91
1995	2
1996	77
1997	104
1998	98
1999	60
2000	76
2001	33
2002	238
2003	27
2004	13

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 50%

50% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 22 distinct reports on file.

CRASH

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CONSUMER PLACED THE VEHICLE FROM PARK INTO REVERSE, APPLIED FORCE TO THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR, CAUSING THE CONSUMER TO HAVE A CRASH. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19970123

ABS SYSTEM FAILURE, EXCESSIVE PEDAL EFFORT WHILE DRIVING AT 15 MPH.

NHTSA ODI report, 19951027

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 5%

5% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 2 distinct reports on file.

CRASH

SUSPENSION 5%

5% of complaints: suspension — 2 distinct reports on file.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 5%

5% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 2 distinct reports on file.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 5%

5% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 2 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19910703 — fuel system, gasoline

VEHICLES HAVE BEEN SHIPPED WITH THE FUEL TANK SENDER SEAL OUT OF POSITION.

Remedy: REPLACE SENDER SEALS.

Campaign 91V108000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19941031 — EA (closed 20000228)

ABS BRAKING SYSTEM

I 19951031 — EA (closed 19960731)

REAR SEAT BELT FAILURE

R 19960925 — seat belts

THESE VEHICLES EXHIBIT A CONDITION IN WHICH A REAR SEAT BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTON CAN STICK IN THE UNLATCHED (DOWN) POSITION UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS BECAUSE THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAN MOVE INSIDE THE S

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE THREE REAR-SEAT BELT BUCKLES (ONE ASSEMBLY) WITH A NEW, REVISED DESIGN.

Campaign 96V142000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20061018 — fuel system, gasoline

CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURE

Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).

Campaign 06E043000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1991 Oldsmobile Bravada — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (22 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for suspension issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 91V108000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Verify recall 96V142000 (seat belts) has been completed.
Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2001 ▲ 1993 ● 1992

WORST YEARS

■ 2002 ◆ 1997 ◆ 1998

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FAQ

Is the 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada?

The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.