2004 Oldsmobile Bravada

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2004 Oldsmobile Bravada
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:43:57.797Z

Only 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

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.

Only 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

2004: 13 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

Only 13 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

2 of 13 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

2 of 13 total reports mention: exterior lighting.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 13 total reports mention: electrical system.

CRASH INJURY

AIR BAGS

2 of 13 total reports mention: air bags.

CRASH FIRE INJURY

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TAKATA RECALL, MY WIFE WAS IN TWO ACCIDENTS, ONE IN APRIL 2011 SHE WAS DRIVING DOWN A SUBURB STREET TO CATCH A LIGHT ON A LEFT TURN AND WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN FOR THE OTHER SIDE COMING AT HER, A CAR ALREADY AT SPEED LIMIT CONTINUED AND MY WIFE...

NHTSA ODI report, 20151206

SUSPENSION

1 of 13 total reports mentions: suspension.

CRASH INJURY

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Brakes system keeps malfunctioning. Service brake system.notice keeps coming on dash even after new brakes had been put on and serviced.

NHTSA ODI report, 20211211

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 20040803 — EA (closed 20041104)

BRAKE LAMP FAILURE

R 20041122 — exterior lighting

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, VIBRATION AND HEAT MAY CAUSE THE TAIL LAMP/STOP LAMP BULB TO LOOSEN IN ITS SOCKET. IF THIS OCCURS, THE BULB MAY FLICKER AND EVENTUALLY BECOME INOPERATIVE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TAIL LAMP/STOP LAMP ASSEMBLIES, AND IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THEM. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 22, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, OLDSMOBILE AT 1-8

Campaign 04V527000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20050804 — exterior lighting

ON CERTAIN TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE DRIVER WISHING TO SIGNAL A TURN BY MOVING THE DIRECTIONAL SIGNAL LEVER, (UP OR DOWN) MAY CAUSE THE FRONT MARKER/TURN LIGHTS AND REAR TURN LIGHTS TO FL

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SUSPECT FLASHER MODULES WITH A NEW FLASHER MODULE DESIGNED WITH SEALED RELAYS AND MORE DURABLE CONTACT MATERIAL INSIDE OF THE RELAYS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUS

Campaign 05V198000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20070710 — EA (closed 20080828)

FUEL PUMP MODULE LEAKS GASOLINE

I 20170424 — RQ (closed 20210329)

Loss of Headlights

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for electrical system issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 04V527000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
Verify recall 05V198000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2001 ▲ 1993 ▲ 1991

WORST YEARS

■ 2002 ◆ 1997 ◆ 1998

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FAQ

Is the 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada?

The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 15% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada have?

2 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.