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NHTSA Crash Test Results
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Frontal Crash:
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Side Crash:
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Front Seat
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Rear Seat
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Rollover Resistance:
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Rollover Resistance
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The National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) provides 3
different ratings -
full-width frontal crash test
,
side impact crash test
, and
rollover resistance
. The frontal crash test indicates how
well the safety features and restraints
will protect an occupant in a head-on
collision. The side-impact test conveys
the chance of a severe chest injury,
while the rollover resistance rating
estimates the risk of rolling over in a
single vehicle crash.
Go to
NHTSA
to learn more about these results.
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IIHS Crash Test Results
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Frontal Offset Crash Test
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Rating:
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Overall Evaluation
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| Structure/Safety Cage |
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Injury Measures
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Important:
Frontal crash
test ratings can
be compared only
among vehicles
of similar
weight.
<p>The Chevrolet TrailBlazer was introduced in the 2002 model year as a larger, heavier replacement for the Blazer, which remained in production through the 2004 model year. Similarly, the GMC Envoy and Oldsmobile Bravada were redesigned for 2002, replacing entirely their earlier, smaller versions.</p><p>Structural, seat belt, and frontal airbag changes were made beginning with 2005 models to improve occupant protection in frontal crashes. Therefore, the frontal offset ratings for 2002-04 models do not carry over to 2005 and later models.</p>
Dummy movement was reasonably well controlled. During rebound, the dummy's head extended part way out the open window and hit the B-pillar.
Measures taken from the neck and left leg indicate low risk of injuries to these body regions in a crash of this severity. A high head acceleration occurred when the dummy's head hit the B-pillar, indicating that injuries to the head would be possible. Forces on the chest indicate that injuries to the chest would be possible. Forces on the right tibia indicate that injuries to the lower leg would be likely.
2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer LS
4544
front seat-mounted torso airbags
113
192
75
4.2 L 6-cylinder
15
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Crash Tested Vehicle:
Details
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Vehicle Specifications
Insurance Institute for Highway
Safety (IIHS) uses frontal offset
and side impact crash tests to
estimate the crashworthiness of a
vehicle. These results are good
indicators of how a frontal and side
impact can structurally impact a
2002 OLDSMOBILE BRAVADA
.
The crashworthiness data for
this
2002 OLDSMOBILE BRAVADA
was provided by the
Insurance Institute for
Highway Safety, Highway Loss
Data Institute.
Learn more
about these crash test results.
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Low-Speed Damage Repair
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Front Crash
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Front Crash Cost:
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Front into flat barrier
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Not tested by IIHS
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Front into angle barrier
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Not tested by IIHS
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Rear Crash
Description:
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Rear Crash Cost:
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Rear into flat barrier
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Not tested by IIHS
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Rear into pole
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Not tested by IIHS
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Average Damage Per
Test
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Not tested by IIHS
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Insurance Institute for Highway
Safety (IIHS) conducts four 5
mph crash tests to assess bumper
performance. These results
convey how well this
2002 OLDSMOBILE BRAVADA
bumpers will protect the car
body from damage in low-speed
collisions.
Low-speed damage repair
costs are obtained from
the Insurance Institute
for Highway Safety,
Highway Loss Data
Institute.
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Injury, Collision, & Theft
Indicators
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Index:
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Rating:
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Injury Index
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63
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Substantially better than average
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Collision Index
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76
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Better than average
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Theft Index
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Not rated
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Not rated
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These scores are stated
in relative terms, with
100 being the average
for all cars in each
category. Scores greater
than 100 represent
higher risk in each
category. For example,
an injury indicator
score of 122 means that
a passenger in this
model is 22% more likely
to be injured in an
accident.
The injury,
collision, and
theft indicators
for this
2002 OLDSMOBILE BRAVADA
are provided by
the Insurance
Institute for
Highway Safety,
Highway Loss
Data Institute.
Learn
more
about these
results.
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Safety Recalls
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NHTSA Safety Recalls:
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Important: The following recalls were issued for the
2002 OLDSMOBILE BRAVADA
by the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA).
To find out if a specific
2002 OLDSMOBILE BRAVADA
still has open recalls that require repair, CARFAX recommends contacting an
authorized dealership
for more information.
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Recall date:
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04-12-2001
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Units potentially affected:
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30,476
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NHTSA campaign number:
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01V126000
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Defective part or component:
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SUSPENSION:INDEPENDENT FRONT CONTROL ARM:LOWER
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Description:
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Vehicle Description: Sport utility vehicles. Under certain circumstances the front lower control arm brackets may fracture. This fracture could result in separation of the front lower control arm from the frame. A separation could result in loss of vehicle control, resulting in a crash. Dealers will replace the left and right front lower control arm brackets. Owner notification began by telephone on April 4, 2001. The followup letter to consumers was mailed May 3, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020, Oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537, or GMC at 1-800-462-8782.
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Recall date:
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09-20-2002
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Units potentially affected:
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136,511
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NHTSA campaign number:
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02V121000
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Defective part or component:
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FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
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Description:
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On certain sport utility vehicles, a fuel filter fitting can become disconnected. If this were to occur while attempting to start the engine, a no-start condition would result and fuel would be pumped out the fuel filter onto the ground. If the fitting becomes disconnected while the vehicle is in motion, the engine would stop due to inadequate fuel supply and cause a loss of power steering assist. If an ignition source were present, fuel leakage from a disconnected fuel filter fitting could result in a fire. Dealers will replace the fuel filter quick connect retainers. Owner notification began September 20, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020. GMC at 1-800-462-8782, or Oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537.
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Recall date:
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08-09-2002
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Units potentially affected:
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133,221
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NHTSA campaign number:
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02V222000
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Defective part or component:
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INTERIOR SYSTEMS:PASSENGER RESTRAINTS:AIR BAG:FRONTAL
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Description:
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Certain passenger, mini vans, and sport utility vehicles have an air bag inflator on the driver's side that could fracture at a weld during a deployment. Pieces of the inflator could strike and injure vehicle occupants and the air bag cushion would not inflate fully, reducing the capability of the bag to protect the driver. Dealers will inspect, and replace, if necessary, the air bag module assembly on the driver's side. Owner notification began August 15, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Buick at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020, GMC at 1-800-462-8782, Oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537, or Pontiac at 1-800-762-2737.
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Recall date:
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Not reported
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Units potentially affected:
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511,167
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NHTSA campaign number:
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03V075000
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Defective part or component:
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POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
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Description:
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CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 114, ""THEFT PROTECTION."" THESE VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH A MECHANICAL OVERRIDE THAT COULD ALLOW THE IGNITION KEY TO BE REMOVED WITH THE SHIFT LEVER IN A POSITION OTHER THAN PARK. IN ADDITION, THESE VEHICLES HAVE AN OVERRIDE THAT CAN ALLOW THE TRANSMISSION TO BE SHIFTED OUT OF PARK WITH THE IGNITION IN THE OFF POSITION. THESE OVERRIDES ARE NOT PERMITTED UNLESS THE VEHICLE HAS A LOCKING STEERING COLUMN. DEALERS WILL ELIMINATE THESE CONDITIONS BY DISABLING THE OVERRIDES. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING APRIL 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020, GMC AT 1-800-462-8782, OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537, OR HUMMER AT 1-866-486-6376.
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Recall date:
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Not reported
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Units potentially affected:
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314,300
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NHTSA campaign number:
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03V096000
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Defective part or component:
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
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Description:
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CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARDS NO. 101, ""CONTROL LOCATION, IDENTIFICATION, AND ILLUMINATION"" AND NO. 208, ""OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION."" THESE VEHICLES HAVE AN INTERMITTENT CONDITION DURING VEHICLE START-UP IN WHICH THE INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER MAY NOT PROPERLY POWER UP, RESULTING IN MOST OF THE DISPLAYS, TELLTALE LIGHTS, AND FUNCTIONS (EXCEPT THE SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT, TURN SIGNAL INDICATORS, AND THE INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER BACKLIGHTING) BEING INOPERATIVE. THESE VEHICLES DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE STANDARD. DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING APRIL 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020, GMC AT 1-800-462-8782, OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537.
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Recall date:
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Not reported
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Units potentially affected:
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1,707,825
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NHTSA campaign number:
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03V250000
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Defective part or component:
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EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
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Description:
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Certain minivans, passenger and sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 225, ""child restraint anchorage system."" The owner's manual does not explain the meaning of the location symbols for the lower universal anchorage system. This does not meet the requirements of the standard. Owners will be provided with a supplement for their owner's manual. It describes and shows the location symbols for the child restraint anchors that are located in the vehicle. Owner notification is expected to begin during August 2003. Owners should contact Buick at 1-866-608-8080, Cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, GMC at 1-866-996-9463, Pontiac at 1-800-620-7668, or Oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537.
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Recall date:
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Not reported
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Units potentially affected:
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581,394
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NHTSA campaign number:
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04V046000
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Defective part or component:
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VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
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Description:
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Certain sport utility vehicles have windshield wiper systems that will not turn on, cease operation while in use, fail to turn off/on by themselves (moisture sensitive wiper system), or have continuous windshield washer pump operation because the presence of water within the wiper modules can either cause a short circuit or can lead to the corrosion of components within the module. Depending on the occurrence and weather situation, driver visibility could be reduced, which could result in a crash. Dealers will cover the windshield wiper module vent hole with a patch. Also, the wiper motor, circuit board, and electrical connector will be inspected to signs of water intrusion and/or corrosion and be replaced as required. Owner notification is expected to begin during the third quarter of 2004. Owners should contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438; Oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537; or GMC at 1-866-996-9463.
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Recall date:
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Not reported
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Units potentially affected:
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337,000
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NHTSA campaign number:
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04V201000
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Defective part or component:
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SEAT BELTS
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Description:
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Certain light duty pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 209, (seat belt assemblies). One of the two sensors in the drivers and front passengers seat belt retractors could be inoperative. The seat belt retractors will lock when the belt webbing is extracted during a crash; however, the mechanism that locks the seat belt retractor when the vehicle decelerates quickly, such as heavy braking, may not operate as intended. Nothing specified Dealers will inspect the seat belt assemblies to determine proper vehicle sensor function. Owner notification is expected to begin during July 2004. Owners should contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, GMC at 1-866-996-9463, or Oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537.
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Recall date:
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Not reported
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Units potentially affected:
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29,951
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NHTSA campaign number:
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04V289000
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Defective part or component:
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ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
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Description:
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Some sport utility vehicles equipped with an electronically controlled air suspension (ECAS) have a condition in which the ECAS may produce a brief electrical spike while the vehicle is operating. This electrical spike can disrupt the powertrain control module (PCM) causing the vehicle to stall. If the spike damages the PCM, the vehicle may not restart. If this happens while the vehicle is moving, a crash could occur without prior warning. Dealers will install a wiring harness. Owners should contact Oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537 or GMC at 1-866-996-9463.
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Recall date:
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11-22-2004
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Units potentially affected:
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871,473
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NHTSA campaign number:
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04V527000
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Defective part or component:
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EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
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Description:
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On certain sport utility vehicles, vibration and heat may cause the tail lamp/stop lamp bulb to loosen in its socket. If this occurs, the bulb may flicker and eventually become inoperative. An inoperative brake lamp will not convey the drivers intention of stopping to drivers in following vehicles, and an inoperative rear turn signal lamp will not convey the driver's intention to turn to drivers in following vehicles. Both of these failures can increase the risk of a crash. Dealers will inspect the tail lamp/stop lamp assemblies, and if necessary, replace them. The recall began on November 22, 2004. Owners should contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, Oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537, Buick at 1-866-608-8080, or GMC at 1-866-996-9463.
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This 2002 OLDSMOBILE BRAVADA safety recall information was provided by the Insurance Institute
for Highway Safety, Highway Data Loss Institute and is derived from the
National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration
list of safety recalls. Please call the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration Auto Safety Hotline at
1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236) to report safety defects or to obtain information on
cars, trucks, child seats, and highway or traffic safety. CARFAX does not review,
validate or edit the information and statements provided by the National Highway
Traffic and Saftey Administration, which do not represent the opinion of CARFAX.
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J.D. Power Ratings
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customer satisfaction syndicated studies
to create the Power Ratings at the model-level. These ratings and awards are based on
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Identifix Reliability Ratings
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Engine
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Occasional problems on this vehicle are failures of the Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor, Fuel Pump, Fuel Injectors and Fuel Pressure Regulator. Problems with these items can cause the engine to run rough, misfire, or in some cases, to not start. The cost to replace the CKP Sensor is estimated at $41.90 for parts and $52.00 for labor. The cost to replace the Fuel Pump is estimated at $367.00 for parts and $143.00 for labor. The cost to replace the Fuel Injectors is estimated at $104.00 for parts and $195.00 for labor. The cost to replace the Fuel Pressure Regulator is estimated at $80.00 for parts and $162.50 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include any applicable taxes.
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Transmission & Driveline
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An occasional problem on this vehicle is the failure of the Transmission Pressure Control Solenoid. The cost to replace the Transmission Pressure Control Solenoid is estimated at $41.56 for parts and $65.00 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable taxes.
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Steering & Suspension
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Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs
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Brakes
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Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs
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Heating & Air Conditioning
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An occasional problem on this vehicle is the failure of the A/C Low Pressure Switch. Problems with the A/C Low Pressure switch can cause the A/C System to operate intermittently. The cost to replace the A/C Low Pressure Switch is estimated at $43.19 for parts and $32.50 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable taxes.
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Starting & Charging
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An occasional problem on this vehicle is the failure of the Ignition Lock Cylinder and Housing Assembly. This engages the antitheft system and prevents the engine from starting. The cost to repair the Ignition Lock Cylinder and Housing is estimated at $183.75 for parts and $84.50 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or applicable taxes.
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Accessories
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Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs
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This
2002 OLDSMOBILE BRAVADA
reliability
information was provided by Identifix.
Identifix is the nation's largest technical
support service for the aftermarket auto repair
industry. CARFAX does not review, validate or edit
the information and statements provided by Identifix,
which do not represent the opinion of CARFAX.
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Intellichoice Cost of Ownership & Value Rating
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Cost of Ownership (2002 - 2006):
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Ownership costs are the costs to purchase and operate a vehicle over a period of time.
Understanding these costs can save you money and help you make a wiser financial
decision when it comes time to select a vehicle. Intellichoice is one of the leading
providers of automotive information in the U.S.
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Original Manufacturer Warranty
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Coverage:
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Years/Mileage:
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Basic
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3 years or 36,000 miles
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Drivetrain
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3 years or 36,000 miles
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Emissions
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2 years or 24,000 miles
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Corrosion
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6 years or 100,000 miles
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Transferable
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Transferable: no cost, unlimited owners covered.
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Roadside Assistance
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Roadside assistance and alternate transportation for 3 years or 36,000 miles.
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Safety Belt & Inflatable Restraint
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No data from source
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Specific Components
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8 years or 80,000 miles
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Notes:
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Manufacturer covers emissions components under basic warranty. Emissions coverage may vary by state. Refer to owners manual for specific details. Transferable: no cost, unlimited owners covered. Alignment and wheel balancing are considered maintenance after 7,500 miles. Basic warranty includes surface corrosion, batteries, adjustments, alternate transportation, roadside assistance, and tires.
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This 2002 OLDSMOBILE BRAVADA warranty information
has been provided by J&L Warranty Pros.
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New Car Test Drive Review
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Summary:
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Destined to be the final hurrah from America's oldest carmaker.
By Sam Moses, NewCarTestDrive.com
It's ironic that GM execs have said that the Bravada was intended "to make a strong statement about the division." The division is, or will soon be, dead. So maybe the statement is about nostalgia. But Oldsmobile can go out with its head held high, over the quality and state-of-the-art engineering of its final vehicle. |
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Overview:
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The Oldsmobile Bravada is the most luxurious of three new midsize SUVs from General Motors. As the Oldsmobile marketers like to say, if there's an Aurora in your garage, a Bravada would make a perfect stablemate. Two dinosaurs. Each may be technically innovative, handsome, and a truly fine vehicle (the Bravada is more than that), but that doesn't guarantee survival. Two days after the press introduction of the Bravada, GM announced that it would be putting Oldsmobile down, after a 103-year run. To assuage any concerns about service, Oldsmobile is, for a limited time, offering a 5-year/60,000-mile warranty on its new vehicles. Redesigned from the ground up, the Bravada is an engineering knockout. By its progressive design, this vehicle has already made GM history. Dinosaur indeed. The Bravada makes the Jeep Grand Cherokee look like the dinosaur.
Read the complete
2002 Oldsmobile Bravada review
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