Power Train Related Problems of the 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada

Table 1 shows seven common power train related problems of the 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada. The number one most common problem is related to the transfer case (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (two problems).

Table 1. Power Train related problems of Oldsmobile Bravada


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada

The Transfer Case problem

1. Oldsmobile Bravada with smartrak at 48,000 miles and good condition developed drivetrain binding / locking up over several months. 2. The problem started as a minor binding when backing out or in tight forward turns. Now drivetrain actually locks up in tight turning position.   Read details...

The Automatic Transmission problem

My wife drove to the store and when she left, there was no reverse gear. A stranger had to push it backwards so, she could get it home. The transmission sun shell gear was broken so the transmission had to be replaced.   Read details...

The Driveshaft problem

2001 olds Bravada (approx 36000 miles) had to have the drive shaft replaced for the 2nd time. The 1st incident (2003) the shaft actually disconnected from the vehicle and was replaced at the dealership.   Read details...


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