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1992 Oldsmobile Bravada problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada sits mid-pack among Bravada years: 65 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 82, with 2 recalls and one closed investigation.

The trouble concentrates in one system: brakes issues account for 82% of all reports (53 of 65), far ahead of suspension at 2.

65

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

1

Investigations

10

Crash-involved

3

Fires reported

4

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 1992 compare to other Bravada years?

Bravada NHTSA complaints by model year, 1992 highlighted337 complaints1991: 61 complaints1992: 65 complaints1993: 54 complaints1994: 116 complaints1995: 2 complaints1996: 104 complaints1997: 158 complaints1998: 139 complaints1999: 99 complaints2000: 104 complaints2001: 47 complaints2002: 337 complaints2003: 37 complaints2004: 23 complaints
Bravada NHTSA complaints by model year, 1992 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Brakes5382%
Engine23%
Electrical System23%
Suspension23%
Steering12%
Body & Structure12%
Transmission12%
Fuel System12%
Other12%
Speed Control12%

Does the 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

06E043000Fuel SystemMay 19, 2006 · 88,303 units

Defect

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 MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.

Consequence

THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.

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).

06E041000Fuel SystemMay 18, 2006 · 7,800 units

Defect

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 VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE FUEL RETURN LINE HAS A MECHANICAL BLEED VALVE WHICH WAS NOT INSTALLED AT THE PROPER TORQUE.

Consequence

A FUEL LEAK CAN OCCUR AT THE VALVE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“WHILE APPYING THE BRAKES THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR AND BRAKES FAILED TO STOP VEHICLE, CAUSING THE CONSUMER TO REAR-END ANOTHER VEHICLE. CONSUMER CONTACTED THE DEALER. DEALER REFUSED TO SERVICE THE VEHICLE DUE TO THE FACT THAT THE WARRANTY EXPIRED. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · September 18, 1997 · crash

“THE ABS BRAKES HAVE AN INTERMITTEN PROBLEM, IT CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO HAVE EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE THEN WHAT IT IS SUPPOSED TO HAVE. PEDAL WOULD GO TO THE FLOOR EACH TIME. *AK CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE HAS HAD CONSTANT PROBLEMS WITH THE ALIGNMENT IN THE FRONT END. *SLC”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · October 7, 1997

“WAS TRAVELIING ABOUT 55MPH ON HIGHWAY AND HEARD A CLUNKING NOISE. VEHICLE BEGAN TO SMOKE,AND LOST POWER. VEHICLE HAD TO BE TOWED TO DEALERSHIP, AND MECHANIC TOLD CONSUMER THAT ENGINE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · October 1, 2000

“WHILE TRAVELING ON FREEWAY AT 65 MPH NOTICED ENGINE CHECK LIGHT FLASHING ON AND OFF. PULLED INTO A SREVICE STATION AND IT WENT OUT. WITHIN SECOND VEHICLE WAS ON FIRE UNDER HOOD, LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT ARRIVRD TO EXTINGUISH FIRE. DEALER/MANUFACTURER WERE NOT NOTIFIED AT THIS TIME. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · January 14, 2001 · fire

“TAPPING BRAKES DID NOT DIS-ENGAGE CRUISE, BUT CAUSED FURTHER ACCELERATION. BRAKES WOULD NOT WORK. CAR EVENTUALLY HAD TO BE PLACED INTO NEUTRAL, AND EMERGENCY BRAKE HAD TO BE USED TO STOP VEHICLE. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · June 2, 2001

1992 Oldsmobile Bravada — common questions

Is the 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada reliable?

It is close to typical for the Bravada: 65 NHTSA complaints, 2 recalls, and 1 investigation on file.

What are the most common 1992 Bravada problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are brakes (53 complaints), suspension (2 complaints), electrical system (2 complaints).

Does the 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Oldsmobile Bravada years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Bravada years to avoid are 2002, 1997, 1998. The cleanest record among Bravada years belongs to 1995.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.