MYRModel Year Report

2001 Oldsmobile Bravada

▲ Better than typical
2001 Oldsmobile Bravada
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:45:15.000Z

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
33
Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 2001

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Power train

33% of complaints

Complaints per year

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

2001: 33 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
199144
199256
199344
199491
19952
199677
1997104
199898
199960
200076
200133
2002238
200327
200413

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Power train

33% · 11 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and transfer case (4-wheel drive).

Show complaint excerpts

Subject: gross mechanic error , possible fire / explosive situation while in palm bay fl, I had my fuel filter changed at tire kingdom for about $90.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-06-17

Also filed under Service brakes and fuel system, gasoline

Engine and engine cooling

21% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing gasoline and radiator assembly.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

Radiator needed to be replaced at 63,000 miles. This was due to build up of gunk caused by dex cool.

NHTSA ODI report, 2006-11-11

While driving vehicle will stall without warning. Consumer had vehicle serviced several times for this problem. The cause is still unknown, and the dealership can not fix problem. Please provide more details.…

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-12-09

Service brakes

18% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

Exterior lighting

15% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing switch and brake lights.

Electrical system

15% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing ignition and horn.

Safety timeline

1 recall · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    2001-09-06Preliminary evaluationClosed 2001-12-20 Loss of stop lamp illumination
  2. R
    2002-04-15Exterior lighting01V364000 Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The multifunction switch could develop an open circuit condition that results in the stop lamps and the rear hazard lamps becoming inoperative. The…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the hazard switch carrier. Owner notification will be conducted in two phases. The first phase began April 15, 2002, with mailings to owners of 2000 and early 2001 vehicles.…

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  3. I
    2008-02-28Recall queryClosed 2008-07-09 Hazard light switch failure

Buy-smart checklist

2001 Oldsmobile Bravada — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Power train: 11 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 7 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 6 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 01V364000 · Exterior lighting
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-20 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.