Three problems related to brake sensor have been reported for the 1996 Oldsmobile Bravada. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
On numerous occasions the brakes have failed to engage. This happens on wet, snow-covered, gravel, and other road conditions. I see that the NHTSA has investigated the sensors on these vehicles in the past, but has not recalled the Oldsmobile. I have reported this to both my local dealer and the selling dealer, grand olds in grand rapids, mi. The local dealer, demaagd Oldsmobile of battle creek, mi, has acknowledged several complaints of similar nature. Grand olds says they have never heard of this. I consider this to be very dangerous, as I, and numerous other Bravada owners have told me they have slid into many intersections. I have had numerous problems with this vehicle, I. E. Oxygen sensors (3), antifreeze coolant (necessitating a 4-step, and costly, flush), as well as other problems. I am seriously considering selling it, however, because of the brake problem. I am very frightened to drive it through another winter. I do not understand why the Oldsmobile was not recalled. It seems to be a sensor problem, as were the others. Any information you can give me would be appreciated.
Abs sensors sending false input to abs computer/ car is fine on dry road, but under panic stop on wet road car dives to right and pedal goes to floor. At speeds of 15mph same situation on snow & ice. Dealer will not correct problem. Six tries. Refused to pick car up from dealers lot.
Brake pedal is extremely hard to press, it goes low to the floor and causes extended stopping distance. Problem gets better when they put new pads on. Then 5,000 to 8,000 miles it happens all over again. Mechanic found rotors to be hard they were removed and cleaned and readjusted and also cleaned rear drums, also consumer states a light was on, oxygen sensor was replaced.