1993 Oldsmobile Bravada
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1991 | 44 |
| 1992 | 56 |
| 1993 | 44 |
| 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
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
66% of complaints: service brakes — 29 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.
CRASH INJURY14% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing fuel injection system and injectors.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START AS IF IT WAS NOT GETTING FUEL. ALTHOUGH THE DEALER WAS ALERTED, NO INSPECTIONS WERE MADE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20060612
7% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 3 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing gasoline.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
DRIVING VEHICLE, DECIDED TO STOP AT MOTEL, RETURNED FROM MOTEL, NOTICED VEHICLE SMOKING, MINUTES LATER FLAMES ENGULFED FRONT OF VEHICLE. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19960503
7% of complaints: electrical system — 3 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing fuses and circuit breakers and front underhood.
FIRE5% of complaints: structure — 2 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing door.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
OWNER EXPERIENCED ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS WITH THE DOOR LOCKS OPENING AND CLOSING BY THEMSELVES, AND AT A LATER DATE THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950531
SAFETY TIMELINE
ABS BRAKING SYSTEM
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 VEHICLE
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 06E041000 — check if this car was fixed
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
1993 Oldsmobile Bravada — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (29 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 06E041000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 66% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.