Complaints
139
Crashes
7
Fires
2
Injuries
3
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#114 complaints
Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Motor
Avg mileage:60,917 mi
#29 complaints
Suspension Failures
Avg mileage:94,131 mi
#39 complaints
Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer
Avg mileage:60,732 mi
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Motor | 14 | — | — | 60,917 mi | |
| Suspension Failures | 9 | — | — | 94,131 mi | |
| Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer | 9 | — | — | 60,732 mi | |
| Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Automatic Transmission | 6 | — | — | 83,000 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 5 | 2 | — | 48,701 mi | |
| Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition:Switch | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Switch/Wiring | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Frontal | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery:Cables | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Wiring & Fuses | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel Pump | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 2 | — | 1 | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Rack And Pinion:Pinion Shaft | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension:Front:Control Arm | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition:Module | 1 | — | — | — |
Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Motor
14
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
60,917
Suspension Failures
9
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
94,131
Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer
9
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
60,732
Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Automatic Transmission
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
83,000
Unintended Acceleration
5
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
48,701
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition:Switch
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine & Cooling
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Headlight/Taillight Failures
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Switch/Wiring
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Air Bags:Frontal
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical Faults
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery:Cables
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wiring & Fuses
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel Pump
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat-Related Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Rack And Pinion:Pinion Shaft
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Front:Control Arm
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition:Module
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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1998 Oldsmobile Bravada — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada has 139 NHTSA complaints, 7 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Motor with 14 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada?
Top reported problems: Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Motor (14 complaints, avg 60,917 mi); Suspension Failures (9 complaints, avg 94,131 mi); Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer (9 complaints, avg 60,732 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 69,491 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada?
NHTSA complaints for the 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada include 7 crash-related reports, 2 fire reports, 3 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Oldsmobile Bravada reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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