Table 1 shows three common power train related problems of the 1996 Oldsmobile Bravada. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the driveshaft (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Automatic Transmission problems | |
| Driveshaft problems | |
| Automatic Transmission Cooler problems |
Today I had to have replaced the connection to the positive side of the battery. The mechanic cut off a bunch of the wire as the corrosion was widespread. Almost everytime I stopped the car and turned the motor off I would have to use a pair of pliers to tighten up the connection to get started. Read details...
The contact was referred to NHTSA by consumer affairs. She purchased the vehicle oct. 1 2004. The contact was in las vegas and her car broke down. She had to have a new driveshaft. The mechanics from three different shops told her that the front end should have been salvadged. Read details...
Transmission line couplings have failed twice since vehicle was purchased used. First at under 30,000 miles second at 32,684 miles. Dealer repaired problem in July of 2001, second incident occurred 4/04/2002. Total failure of transmission couplings both times. Read details...