Brake Disc Caliper Problems of Oldsmobile Bravada

On or about April 17th, as I was turning of the main road onto my cul-DE-sac, I tapped the brakes to slow and the pedal went to the floor. I immediately pulled the shifter into low to slow down and then to neutral as I came to my driveway. Turned into the driveway and applied the emergency brake to come to a stop. Upon examining the vehicle, I determined that the brake line for the drivers side rear caliper had rusted out and was leaking profusely. The timing was very fortunate as I was on a main road before the brakes went out and if I had the need to come to a rapid stop a few moments earlier, I would have more than likely been involved in a serious accident. I know this is an older vehicle, but I saw a notice that this same issue is occurring with other gm vehicles of this age and wanted to let you know that I experienced this as well. The car has been very well maintained and is a very low mileage car which should not be suffering from brake lines which rust through from the inside out. If you do require a recall of the vehicles for this purpose, please don't leave Oldsmobiles out just because the brand has been discontinued. Thank you.

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: the contact stated while applying brake pressure at any speed, there was an increased stopping distance. The contact inspected the brakes, replaced the brake calipers and master cylinder, but the problem persisted. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer who was unable to duplicate the problem. The manufacturer was alerted.

On 11 Apr 2005, I purchased a 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada from a nh dealer, with approx. 74000 miles on it. Within one week, the vehicle was returned for a bad water pump, and driver's window switch. During the week of 21 April, I had the alternator replaced. This vehicle had a nh state inspection sticker, but it has yet to pass a MA state inspection. The air injection pump that assists in the air/fuel mix has been updated by gm, but their "update" allows them to call it something other than a recall, so, it would cost me an additional $400-500. For this "update". In Sep of 2005, I noticed a gradually growing noise from the front end. I was told the entire front end was wiped out. The safety issues alone were exhaustive. The following had to be replaced, and were done, to the cost of $1700. : pitman arm / idler arm / upper, lower ball joints / cv joints,axles,boots/ entire front hub assemblies / front brakes (rotors,pads,calipers) / 4 tires currently, the driver's front door is sagging due to poor door pins and bushings. Maaco wants $1200. To replace the hinges, pins, and bushings, and repair/replace the striker plate and surrounding area. The directional signal sounds constantly even without using the signal, and goes away when you step on the brake (!?) the key frequently gets stuck in the ignition and won't come out. Last month yet another alternator had to go in as the other failed. I had this back in the shop yesterday 01feb06 for a banging sound coming from the front end, and the technician advised me that he called gm. They confirmed there is a defective front torsion bar in these blazer-type vehicles. The technician stated it would cost me around $250. It never ends. I am truly exhausted both mentally and financially with this car. Please provide any assistance you can. The dealer won't take it back, will not assist, and gm does not want anything to do with me. They won't even take my call. I truly fear for my and my family's safety.

The brakes have worn excessively due to the fact that the calipers are uneven. Dealer has to adjust the calipers.

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