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1993 Oldsmobile Bravada problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada sits mid-pack among Bravada years: 54 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 57% of all reports (31 of 54), far ahead of fuel system at 6.

54

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

1

Investigations

6

Crash-involved

6

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 1993 compare to other Bravada years?

Bravada NHTSA complaints by model year, 1993 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, 1993 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Brakes3157%
Fuel System611%
Electrical System36%
Engine36%
Body & Structure24%
Transmission24%
Tires & Wheels12%
Visibility & Wipers12%
Latches & Locks12%
Seat Belts12%
Speed Control12%
Steering12%
Suspension12%

Does the 1993 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.

“EA94-038; CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING DOWN AN INCLINE AT 35 MPH DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL, PEDAL DID NOT MOVE. CONSUMER, THEREFORE, APPLIED MORE FORCE TO THE PEDAL VEHICLE COUNTINUED TO MOVE, RESULTING IN THE CONSUMER HAVING AN ACCIDENT. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED THE DEALER, DEALER STATED THE CAUSE WAS DUE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · May 9, 1997 · crash

“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. THERE IS A NHTSA RECALL, # 06E041000, REGARDING THE FUEL SYSTEM GASOLINE DELIVERY HOSES, LINES/PIPING AND FITTINGS. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · June 12, 2006

“DRIVING VEHICLE, DECIDED TO STOP AT MOTEL, RETURNED FROM MOTEL, NOTICED VEHICLE SMOKING, MINUTES LATER FLAMES ENGULFED FRONT OF VEHICLE. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · April 22, 1996 · fire

“WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SMOKE THEN CAUGHT FIRE, PRIOR TO THE FIRE THE CD PLAYER STARTED ACTING UP, THE BATTERY BECAME LOW AND SMOKE BEGAN POURING OUT OF THE LEFT SIDE OF THE HOOD (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT). NLM”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · March 10, 2001 · fire

“OWNER EXPERIENCED ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS WITH THE DOOR LOCKS OPENING AND CLOSING BY THEMSELVES, AND AT A LATER DATE THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE. TT”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · May 30, 1995 · fire

1993 Oldsmobile Bravada — common questions

Is the 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada reliable?

Its record is better than the model's norm: 54 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Bravada year, with 2 recalls and no open investigations.

What are the most common 1993 Bravada problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are brakes (31 complaints), fuel system (6 complaints), engine (3 complaints).

Does the 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 1993 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.