1996 OLDSMOBILE BRAVADA Recalls (5)

Campaign:
96V234000 on 11/26/1996
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Manufactured:
08/31/1995 - 07/30/1996
Affected:
432,183
Defect:
Vehicle description: 4-door, 4-wheel drive and all-wheel drive multi-purpose passenger vehicles. during development testing, the prop shaft contacted the inboard side of the fuel tank allowing fuel leakage. this leakage was in excess of the amount permitted by fmvss 301, "fuel system integrity."
Consequence:
If an ignition source is present, and there is a fuel leak, a fire could occur.
Correction:
Dealers will install additional shielding of the fuel tank. this will be added without removing or disassembling the fuel system.
Notes:
Owner notification:owner notification began during late november 1996.note: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.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Campaign:
01V200000 on 07/01/2001
Component:
Suspension:front:control arm:upper ball joint
Manufactured:
10/31/1995 - 06/29/1996
Affected:
48,600
Defect:
On certain sport utility vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, and wisconsin, and in the district of columbia. failure of an upper control arm ball joint assembly could occur due to corrosion.
Consequence:
This can result in impaired steering or steering loss, or a partial or complete collapse of the front suspension, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will replace both upper ball joints. owner notification began september 4, 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, gmc at 1-800-462-8782, or oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537.
Notes:
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
01I018000 on 01/06/2002
Component:
Suspension:front:control arm:upper ball joint
Defect:
This is not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act. however, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. vehicle description: 1996-1997 4-wheel drive chevrolet blazer, gmc jimmy, and oldsmobile bravada sport utility vehicles. some owners have had to pay for replacement of the upper ball joints that have separated. gm is providing a special policy to these owners to cover upper ball joint replacement if the customer followed the recommended maintenance schedule for the chassis lubrication and the vehicle still required the replacement of the upper ball joints due to separation.
Consequence:
This could cause a loss of steering control of the vehicle.
Correction:
Gm has decided to conduct a customer satisfaction campaign to replace the upper ball joints on affected vehicles. this special policy is for a period of 8 years or 100,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the date the vheicle was originally placed in service, regardless of ownership. the upper ball joint replacement, due to separation, will be made at no charge to the customer during this period. owners can contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020, gmc at 1-800-862-4389, or oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537, concerning this program.
Campaign:
03V159000 on 04/29/2003
Component:
Visibility:windshield wiper/washer
Manufactured:
05/31/1996 - 09/29/1996
Affected:
1,755,876
Defect:
On certain minivans, pickup trucks, and sport utility vehicles with certain model-engine combinations, the windshield wiper motor may fail due to cracked solder joints on the controller circuit board. the windshield wipers could work intermittently or not at all.
Consequence:
If this were to occur during bad weather, driver visibility would be reduced, which could result in a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the wiper motor circuit board and cover. owner notification began on june 19, 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.
Notes:
Gm recall no. 03023.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
06E043000 on 05/21/2006
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline
Affected:
88,303
Defect:
Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes, click on "document search" and then "bus applications"). the connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. as a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.
Consequence:
This condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
Correction:
Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. the recall began on october 18, 2006. owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aftermarket fram fuel filters and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the vehicles listed.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

1996 OLDSMOBILE BRAVADA TSBs (65)

Bulletin:
577126R
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Transmission fluid leak from pump body/replace bushing. *tw
Bulletin:
577126B
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Transmission fluid leak from pump body (replace bushing). *tw
Bulletin:
776512
Component:
063100 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control
Summary:
Engine rough, miss, and oxygen sensor dtc's (replace oxygen sensor jumper harness). *tw
Bulletin:
9674L60E04A
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Transmission fluid leak from pump body (replace bushing). *tw
Bulletin:
766504
Component:
116200 electrical system:ignition:module
Summary:
Malfunction indicator light (mil) on, poor driveability conditions (perform flash calibration). *tw
Bulletin:
676114A
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Engine noise (install valve stem oil seal). *tw
Bulletin:
971101631041
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Comments on inoperative power door locks (front and/or rear doors).
Bulletin:
9709016114B
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Experiencing engine noise. *yc
Bulletin:
98837110
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Technicians may experience difficulty in removing the connectors from the park/neutral position switch, usually when trying to remove the switch during transmission service. *yc
Bulletin:
98776002
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Subject on accessory drive belt noise due to power steering pump pulley misalignment. *yc
Bulletin:
98464102A
Component:
106200 power train:axle assembly:axle shaft
Summary:
Conditions with front propeller shaft cv boot torn or cracked. *yc
Bulletin:
990602012
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Conditions with heater inoperative, blows cold air, engine overheats, and rust in the coolant system. *tt
Bulletin:
240699
Component:
036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
Summary:
Subject regarding abs 3-sensor ebc4 - special policy. *tt
Bulletin:
667103A
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Automatic transmission 1-2 and/or 2-3 upshift slip/flare, no 3rd or 4th gear, dtc p1870, launch shudder (revise vcm wiring). *ak
Bulletin:
577126A
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Transmission fluid leak from pump body (replace bushing). *tw
Bulletin:
990730004A
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
A condition with a rusty transmission fluid level indicator / transmission oil filler tube. *tt
Bulletin:
876507A
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Rough idle after start, when vehicle has sat overnight and poppets sticking.
Bulletin:
837110A
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Park/neutral position switch connector cannot be removed. yd
Bulletin:
000604003
Component:
185000 vehicle speed control:cruise control
Summary:
Some customers may comment on rough idle after start up, and / or a service engine soon (ses) light illuminated. *tt
Bulletin:
990602012A
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Some customers may comment that the heater is inoperative, blows cold air, engine may exhibit an overheat condition or the coolant reservoir has rust in it. *tt
Bulletin:
990602012B
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Some customers may comment that the heater is inoperative, blows cold air, engine may exhibit an overheat condition or the coolant reservoir has rust in it. *tt
Bulletin:
000604014
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some customers may comment on hard, no, or slow start, backfire or kickback during crank / start, grinding or unusual noises during crank, diagnostic trouble code p0338. *tt
Bulletin:
867117
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Brief information regarding rusty transmission fluid level indicator. *tt
Bulletin:
98043
Component:
136200 visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor
Summary:
Product recall campaign involving windshield wiper motor replacement. *tt
Bulletin:
000604039
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some customers may comment on an illuminated ses light with diagnostic trouble code p1441 revealed. *tt
Bulletin:
000730026
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Vehicles may experience automatic transmission 1-2 and 2-3 upshift slip / flare no 3rd or 4th gear launch shudder. *jb
Bulletin:
000730022B
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
A no reverse, no second gear, or no fourth gear condition. *tt updated *eh
Bulletin:
010601013
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Information regarding engine oil cooler line replacement. *tt
Bulletin:
010730021
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
This technical service bulletin states that technicians may experience difficulty in removing the connectors from the park / neutral position switch, usually when trying to remove the switch during transmission service. *tt
Bulletin:
010730023
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Some owners with vehicles built before january 15,1999 may comment on a harsh 1-2 upshift and may also have a check engine light. *et
Bulletin:
990602012C
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Some customers may comment that the heater is inoperative, blows cold air, engine may exhibit an overheat condition or the coolant reservoir has rust in it. *tt
Bulletin:
220801
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
Customers may comment that the seat recliner handle is stripped. *jg
Bulletin:
010863001
Component:
162810 structure:body:hood:hinge and attachments
Summary:
Subject on hood hinge rattle coming from either or both front corners of the instrument panel near the hood hinge areas for 1995 - 2002 pickup and utility models. *et
Bulletin:
010866011
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Information regarding rear roof perforation. *yh
Bulletin:
010730023A
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Information regarding harsh 1-2 upshift, service engine soon, malfunction indicator lamp, or cel illuminated, diagnostic trouble code p1870 set. (1996-2000 chevrolet and gmc light duty truck models) *yh
Bulletin:
311001
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit an exhaust noise, rattle noise at 550 rpm. *tt
Bulletin:
010605006
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Subject regarding exhaust system rumble / rattle noise. *jg
Bulletin:
010866011
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Subject regarding rear roof perforation (install new rear roof section) including 1995-1997 gmc blazer.*jg
Bulletin:
01049
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
Special policy adjustment for four-wheel and all-wheel utility vehicles that may have front suspension upper ball joints that separate at a lower mileage than expected by customers. *tt
Bulletin:
010866011A
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Subject regarding rear roof perforation. *tt
Bulletin:
000604003A
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some customers may comment on rough idle after start up, especially after setting overnight. *tt
Bulletin:
01049
Component:
021520 suspension:front:control arm:upper ball joint
Summary:
Special policy adjustment 01049 for upper ball joint replacement. *tt
Bulletin:
000601023A
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Information used when diagnosing noise conditions such as engine rattle noise, spark knock at 2000 - 2500 rpm range, under a moderate to heavy load with a warmed up engine. *tt
Bulletin:
010866011B
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Some customers may comment that the rear portion of the roof has some rust forming. *tt
Bulletin:
990602012D
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Subject regarding rust in cooling system, heater inoperative, blows cold air, engine overheats (flush cooling system). nlm
Bulletin:
020857004
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Subject regarding general waterleak guide. *tt
Bulletin:
010730023B
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Some customers may comment on a harsh 1-2 upshift and the check engine light or service engine soon indicator is illuminated and diagnostic trouble code p1870 set. *tt
Bulletin:
010866011C
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Technical information - some customers may comment that the rear portion of the roof has some rust forming. *tt
Bulletin:
020730024A
Component:
103400 power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift
Summary:
Diagnosis of cracked or broken transmission case. *tt 2006 and prior cars and light duty trucks. *tt
Bulletin:
020525006
Component:
036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
Summary:
Antilock brake (abs) activation at low speeds. *tt
Bulletin:
020525006A
Component:
046000 service brakes, air:antilock
Summary:
Antilock brake (abs) activation at low speeds on various models including the 1995 and 1996 envoy. *tt
Bulletin:
000604003B
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Rough idle after start, and/or a service engine soon (ses) light. various models including the 1995 chevrolet and gmc s/t models. *tt
Bulletin:
030601024A
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Rattle noise in engine. *tt
Bulletin:
030601024
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Rattle noise in engine. *tt
Bulletin:
02015
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
Pop snap noise in the front suspension when braking. *mr
Bulletin:
01225
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Engine coolant leak at intake gasket. * mj
Bulletin:
990730016A
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Diagnostic information for intermittent transmission downshift, slip, busy/cycling tcc or noisy cooling fan. *tt
Bulletin:
3176A
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Heat coming from vents with hvac off. *tt
Bulletin:
010844005A
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Information on error codes on radio display their cause and corrective action. *eh
Bulletin:
3325
Component:
130000 visibility
Summary:
Power door mirror inoperative after replacing mirror. *sc
Bulletin:
PIP4723B
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
This preliminary information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the tire pressure monitor, active fuel injector tester, multi media tester, pico scope, gr8 starting/charging tester and
Bulletin:
PIC4696A
Component:
353100 equipment:electrical:anti-theft devices
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are delco theftlock. technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce
Bulletin:
PIC4696B
Component:
353100 equipment:electrical:anti-theft devices
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are delco theftlock. technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce
Bulletin:
17-NA-073
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information with the field action courtesy transportation policy.
Bulletin:
PIC4696C
Component:
150000 seat belts
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are delco theftlock. technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce

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