Other Fuel System Pump Problems of Oldsmobile Bravada

Was driving on the highway when the check engine light on my 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada began flashing then there was an explosion at the rear of the vehicle. We pulled over and I pulled my children from the vehicle. The entire underside of the vehicle was on fire and flames were coming out of the gas cap. My husband used two full fire extinguishers on the fire and was unable to put it out. Following the attempt to extinguish the flames there were two more explosions. The sheriffs and fire departments came and put it out. Each filed reports on the incident. It is believed that the fuel pump (located inside the gas tank) shorted out causing a spark that ignited the gas tank. The vehicle was a total loss.

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The contact owns a 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada. The contact stated that the water pump seems to be failing. The repair was covered twice under warranty. During springtime, the vehicle would overheat and the contact would smell antifreeze. The fuel pump failed last year and the dealer stated that it is only under warranty for 12,000 miles. Other mechanics stated that a water pump should last almost the lifetime of the vehicle. The contact stated that this failure has occurred three times. She has not contacted the manufacturer. The vehicle does not qualify for her state's lemon law, however she will call for verification. The VIN, engine size, and # of cylinders were unknown. The current mileage is 103,000 and failure mileage was 45,000.

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