2002-2004 Oldsmobile Bravada: Reliability
Updated: 11/23/08
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada
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- Price Range: $5,700 - $11,000
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Our reliability study for this generation Oldsmobile Bravada includes details on average repair costs, manufacturer recalls, and everything you need to know to gauge the long-term reliability of this generation Oldsmobile Bravada .
Trouble Spots
Consumer Guide's® Auto Editors have scoured repair bulletins and questioned mechanics to search
for commonly occurring problems for a particular vehicle. In some cases we also give possible manufacturer-suggested
solutions. In many instances these trouble spots are Technical Service Bulletins posted by the manufacturer,
however, we have our own expert looking at additional vehicle problems.
Blower motor:
Blower may not operate or may run on requiring revised blower motor control module. (2003-04)
Climate control:
The radio station presets and the climate control settings may suddenly change because the buttons on the driver's door get easily bumped, requiring reprogramming to prevent a change while the vehicle is in gear. (2002)
Electrical problem:
Early production vehicles had numerous electrical problems due to corroded wiring harness connectors in the front doors and/or chaffed or broken wires in the steering column wiring harness. (2002)
Engine fan noise:
The fan may run excessively and/or the transmission may shift late, requiring reprogramming of the engine control computer. (2002)
Engine mounts:
Cylinder liners were cracking on 4.2-liter engines and the engine warranty was extended to 7 years/100,000 miles. (2002)
Ignition switch:
The transmission may get stuck in third gear, and the instrument panel may stop working due to failure of the ignition switch. (2002)
Consumer Guide® Estimated Repair Costs
This table lists costs of likely repairs for comparison with other vehicles. The
dollar amount includes the cost of the part(s) and labor (based on $50 per hour) for the
typical repair without extras or add-ons. Like the pricing information, replacement
costs can vary widely depending on region. Expect charges at a new-car dealership
to be slightly higher.
| Item Name | Repair Cost |
| A/C Compressor | $510 |
| Alternator | $640 |
| Automatic Transmission or Transaxle | $1,950 |
| Brakes | $600 |
| Constant Velocity Joints | $1,325 |
| Exhaust System | $375 |
| Radiator | $425 |
| Shocks and/or Struts | $1,105 |
| Timing Chain or Belt | $650 |
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