1998 OLDSMOBILE BRAVADA Recalls (2)

Campaign:
97V218000 on 12/02/1997
Component:
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Manufactured:
03/31/1997 - 08/30/1997
Affected:
19,716
Defect:
Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks and multi-purpose passenger vehicles. a fatigue fracture of the rear axle right-hand brake pipe can occur causing a slow brake fluid leak resulting in a soft brake pedal. if the brake pipe breaks, the driver would experience a sudden drop in the brake pedal, the instrument panel brake light would illuminate, and there would be a loss of rear brake performance.
Consequence:
Partial loss of braking at a time when minimum stopping distance was required could result in a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect and replace the brake pipe.
Notes:
Owner notification is expected to begin during december 1997. 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:
98V053000 on 03/18/1998
Component:
Suspension:front:control arm:lower arm
Manufactured:
12/31/1997 - 01/30/1998
Affected:
72
Defect:
Vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicle equipped with 4-wheel drive or all-wheel-drive. one or both of the attaching nuts for the right-hand lower control arm are under torqued. this can allow the attachment bolt to loosen and subsequent break resulting in separation of the lower control arm from the frame.
Consequence:
This condition can result in a loss of vehicle control.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect and retighten the right-hand lower control arm nuts to the proper torque specification.
Notes:
Gm recall no. 98006.owner/dealer notification began january 22, 1998.these vehicles were in-transit or very recently delivered to dealerships.customers receiving these vehicles before january 22, 1998, were contacted by the selling dealer to return their vehicle for the service procedure.owners who were not contacted by their dealer within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1022, 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 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

1998 OLDSMOBILE BRAVADA TSBs (101)

Bulletin:
970901761201
Component:
138000 visibility:defroster/defogger system
Summary:
False hvac history dtc b0408 and/or heater & a/c temperature control door motor becomes inoperative while using scan tool. *yc
Bulletin:
9800598
Component:
017300 steering:linkages:arm:idler and attachment
Summary:
Condition with steering linkage idler arm attaching nut undertorqued. *yc
Bulletin:
98005
Component:
017300 steering:linkages:arm:idler and attachment
Summary:
Subject on steering linkage idler arm attaching nut undertorqued. *yc
Bulletin:
768210
Component:
121000 exterior lighting:headlights
Summary:
Condition with headlamp boot loose. *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:
98861208
Component:
138000 visibility:defroster/defogger system
Summary:
Comments that the hvac blower fan runs continuously with ignition off. *yc
Bulletin:
98051
Component:
330000 interior lighting
Summary:
Vehicles equipped with a sunroof built within certain vin breakpoints may have insufficient rear seat lighting. *tt
Bulletin:
866503A
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Subject regarding obd ii diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p1404 (reflash vcm). *yc
Bulletin:
867402
Component:
104000 power train:transfer case (4-wheel drive)
Summary:
Comments about a moan type noise when the vehicle is operated in the auto 4wd position and is driven in deep sand, deep snow, or deep mud. *yc
Bulletin:
98137
Component:
330000 interior lighting
Summary:
Brief information regarding insufficient rear seat lighting. *tt
Bulletin:
990842002
Component:
121000 exterior lighting:headlights
Summary:
Some customers may complain that the daytime running lights are inoperative. *tt
Bulletin:
990603004
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Customer may complain about horn sounding, no start due to water intrusion into accessory wiring junction block. *tt
Bulletin:
990730013
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some customers may comment about the service engine soon light illuminating. *tt
Bulletin:
990850014
Component:
221600 seats:front assembly:power adjust
Summary:
Concerns with driver / passenger seat adjuster switch bezel at seat will not stay fastened. *tt
Bulletin:
990421005
Component:
103400 power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift
Summary:
Transfer case vibration (shudder) during tight turning maneuvers at vehicle speeds of up to 5 km/h (5 mph) on dry pavement. *tt
Bulletin:
990603004A
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Some customers may comment about the horn sounding and a no start condition due to water intrusion into the accessory wiring junction block. *tt
Bulletin:
990604037
Component:
116200 electrical system:ignition:module
Summary:
Subject on on-board diagnostic (obd) system improvements. *mjs
Bulletin:
98051
Component:
330000 interior lighting
Summary:
Concerns with insufficient rear seat lighting. *tt
Bulletin:
990850019
Component:
221600 seats:front assembly:power adjust
Summary:
Concerns that the driver or passenger front power seat forward and rearward function is inoperative. *tt
Bulletin:
990730004A
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
A condition with a rusty transmission fluid level indicator / transmission oil filler tube. *tt
Bulletin:
868307
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
The screw that secures the left and center insulator panels together, underneath the i/p on the driver's side may pull the one push/insert nut out of the center insulator panel causing, the instrument panel(i/p) insulator panel to rattle. y
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:
000851001
Component:
135200 visibility:rearview mirrors/devices:exterior
Summary:
Some customers may comment that the black plastic housing around the outside rear view mirror turns chalky or is dull in color. *tt
Bulletin:
867117
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Brief information regarding rusty transmission fluid level indicator. *tt
Bulletin:
866503
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Some vehicles may set a false obd ii with diagnostic trouble code p1404. *tt
Bulletin:
877169
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Information pertaining to new transmission calibrations. *tt
Bulletin:
151200
Component:
133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:
Customer may comment that the rearview mirrors, power door locks and rear hatch do not operate. *tt
Bulletin:
000730022B
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
A no reverse, no second gear, or no fourth gear condition. *tt updated *eh
Bulletin:
300800
Component:
160000 structure
Summary:
Subject regarding the new reclincer assembly. *tt
Bulletin:
300800
Component:
103400 power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift
Summary:
This message discusses diagnosis and repair of transfer case shutter. *tt
Bulletin:
010730012
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Information pertaining to the new control valve body, spacer plate and gaskets for the 4l60-e automatic transmission. *tt
Bulletin:
010730002D
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on, transmission stuck in third gear, instrument cluster inoperative. *tt updated *eh 2006 and prior gm passenger cars and light duty trucks. *sc
Bulletin:
010730002B
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) is on; the transmission is stuck in third gear; and / or the instrument cluster is inoperative. *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:
010856001A
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Some customers may comment that the security lamp illuminates while driving; engine cranks but will not start; and / or the engine starts then stalls and the security lamp is flashing. *tt
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:
060601
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Information regarding improved bus seat decliner assemblies, the handle on the recliner assembly is attached with a number 20 torque with a shank length of 20 millimeters. *slc
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:
270901
Component:
034400 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:drum
Summary:
Subject regarding necessary resurfacing of the park brake drum. *jg
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:
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:
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:
250202
Component:
114300 electrical system:wiring: rear compartment/trunk
Summary:
Information on replacing corroded trailer pre-wire harness at the rear bumper. *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:
020605002
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Some customers may comment on an exhaust boom / groan noise in the passenger compartment. *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:
020138005
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Revised heater / vent module replacement. *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:
030867004
Component:
134000 visibility:sun roof assembly
Summary:
Parts availability for sunroof repairs. *tt
Bulletin:
01136C
Component:
161100 structure: frame and members:underbody shields
Summary:
Clunk noise felt through floor pan. *tt
Bulletin:
01409
Component:
104000 power train:transfer case (4-wheel drive)
Summary:
The nvg 136 all wheel drive (awd) transfer case and the 236 and 246 nvg selectable transfer case shudder on turns. *tt
Bulletin:
030601024A
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Rattle noise in engine. *tt
Bulletin:
010730002C
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) is on; the transmission is stuck in third gear; and / or the instrument cluster is inoperative. *tt
Bulletin:
030601024
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Rattle noise in engine. *tt
Bulletin:
030730056
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
4l60-e automatic transmission oil pump first and second design identification. *tt
Bulletin:
020526001B
Component:
040000 service brakes, air
Summary:
Rear parking brake shoe retaining spring clip service kit for drum-in-hat (dih) equipped vehicles. *tt update. *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:
02068
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
No start with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p1626 or p1631. also includes 1998-2004 chevrolet, gmc full size trucks/ utilities/ vans. *tt
Bulletin:
02080
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Repeat hvac actuator replacement. *tt
Bulletin:
990730016A
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Diagnostic information for intermittent transmission downshift, slip, busy/cycling tcc or noisy cooling fan. *tt
Bulletin:
00502B
Component:
120000 exterior lighting
Summary:
Daytime running lamps (drls) turn off temporarily while the turn signals are activated. *tt
Bulletin:
3012B
Component:
104000 power train:transfer case (4-wheel drive)
Summary:
The nvg 136 all wheel drive (awd) transfer case and the 236 and 246 nvg selectable transfer cases operating in the auto mode may exhibit a condition of a vibration/shudder during low speed turns such as a parking lot maneuver, up to approxi
Bulletin:
3046A
Component:
091200 fuel system, other:storage:fuel gauge system
Summary:
Fuel gauge fluctuation in park or neutral. *tt
Bulletin:
3031A
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Driver information center (dic) stays in bulb check. *tt
Bulletin:
3130
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Instrument cluster prndl inoperative and or battery light on. *sc
Bulletin:
3176A
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Heat coming from vents with hvac off. *tt
Bulletin:
040603002
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Diagnostic information for intermittent vehicle no crank dead battery. *eh
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:
050842003
Component:
121000 exterior lighting:headlights
Summary:
High intensity discharge (hid) headlamps - disposal instructions. *ttt
Bulletin:
57
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Water leak in front floor carpet area. gm tech link. *tt
Bulletin:
3777
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Fuel and temperature gauge inoperative, low fuel and battery light on, prndl inoperative. *tt
Bulletin:
4114
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Clunk noise felt through the floor pan. *kb
Bulletin:
PIT-3046E
Component:
091200 fuel system, other:storage:fuel gauge system
Summary:
Gmc: fuel gauge fluctuation in park or neutral, causing the low fuel light to illuminate. *pe
Bulletin:
16NA260
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to reprogram the media disc player with the latest calibrations to correct a condition of the rear entertainment system not operating as intended in colder ambient temperature areas due to calibr
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:
PIT3046G
Component:
091200 fuel system, other:storage:fuel gauge system
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an inaccurate fuel gauge. technician should drive the vehicle to duplicate the concern. the fuel gauge will have a tendency to falsel
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:
05-06-04-035D
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
This informational bulletin provides the technician with information on what e85 fuel may due to a non e85 vehicle.
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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