1993 Oldsmobile Bravada Problems
- Complaints
- 43filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 140,894miles, 2 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 16 mpgcombined, 4.3L 6-cyl 4WD/AWD · 14 city / 20 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 43 consumer complaints for the 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada. The part named most often is brakes, with 27 complaints (63% of the total), followed by fuel system (6) and electrical system (3). 2 of the complaints include a mileage, and 0% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 140,894 miles. Of all complaints, 6 involved a crash, 6 a fire, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 1 technical service bulletin for this model year.
Not compared (before 2008). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes27 63%
- Fuel system6 14%
- Electrical system3 7.0%
- Engine cooling3 7.0%
- Body and structure2 4.7%
- Seat belts1 2.3%
- Steering1 2.3%
- Suspension1 2.3%
Also reported: Vehicle speed control (1), Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) (1), Wheels (1).
Example complaints
Brakes: “The contact owns a 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada. While driving 65 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed, but would not move. The failure only occurred at speeds greater than 65 MPH. The brake pedal would eventually depress. The dealer was unable to duplicate or repair the failure. The failure mileage was 130,000 and current mileage is 158,809.”
NHTSA complaint #10211820, filed 2007-12, 130,000 milesFuel system: “The contact stated the vehicle failed to start as if it was not getting fuel. Although the dealer was alerted, no inspections were made. There is a NHTSA recall, # 06e041000, regarding the fuel system gasoline delivery hoses, lines/piping and fittings. The VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer has been alerted.”
NHTSA complaint #10159627, filed 2006-06, 151,788 milesElectrical system: “While driving the vehicle began to smoke then caught fire, prior to the fire the cd player started acting up, the battery became low and smoke began pouring out of the left side of the hood (ohio traffic crash report). Nlm”
NHTSA complaint #561140, filed 2001-03Mileage when problems were reported
0% of the 2 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 130,000 and 151,788 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bravada · sedan | not rated | 3 / 2 | — | — | — |
Ratings before the 2011 model year come from an older, less demanding test and are not comparable with ratings for 2011 and later.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bravada AWD | 4.3L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 14 | 20 | 16 | $5,150 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 1 on record; the latest 1 are shown.
- 10246631Sep 1, 2013Engine cooling. Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
Other model years of the Oldsmobile Bravada
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 13 | 82,274 | 2 | — | 16 | — | Not enough data |
| 2003 | 27 | 56,000 | 7 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2002 | 238 | 43,100 | 10 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2001 | 33 | 60,000 | 1 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2000 | 76 | 64,000 | 3 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1999 | 60 | 78,500 | 0 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1998 | 98 | 71,000 | 2 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1997 | 104 | 71,000 | 2 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1996 | 77 | 88,746 | 3 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1994 | 91 | 114,000 | 1 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1993 | 43 | 140,894 | 0 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1992 | 56 | — | 0 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1991 | 44 | 133,000 | 2 | — | 17 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
All Oldsmobile Bravada model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada have?
NHTSA recorded 43 consumer complaints for the 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 27 complaints (63% of the total), followed by fuel system with 6.
Has the 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada get?
The EPA rates the 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada (Bravada AWD, 4.3L 6-cyl) at 16 mpg combined, 14 city and 20 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $5,150 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada reported?
Among the 2 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 140,894 miles and the middle half falls between 130,000 and 151,788 miles; 0% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.