1996 Oldsmobile Bravada vs 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1996 Oldsmobile Bravada | 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 77 | 98 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 73 | 110 |
| Investigations | 3 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16 | 16 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 71,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Oldsmobile Bravada | Oldsmobile Bravada |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 15 | 31 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 30 | 6 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 19 |
| Suspension | 8 | 12 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 10 | 7 |
| Power Train | 4 | 9 |
| Steering | 0 | 12 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 6 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Brake problems | 7 | 0 |
| Stalling | 0 | 8 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 6 |
1996 Oldsmobile Bravada
1998 Oldsmobile Bravada
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.