Electrical Contacts in the Ignition Switch May Fail on Oldsmobile Bravada

Submitted by Vehicle Owner · May 29, 2025

Published by RepairPal

Problem overview

The electrical contacts in the ignition switch may fail and result in erratic instrument panel gauge operation or illumination of the Check Engine Light. A failed ignition switch will require replacement.

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Oldsmobile Bravada vehicles with this problem

10 model years affected

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada

2002 Oldsmobile Bravada

2001 Oldsmobile Bravada

1998 Oldsmobile Bravada

1997 Oldsmobile Bravada

1996 Oldsmobile Bravada

1994 Oldsmobile Bravada

1993 Oldsmobile Bravada

1992 Oldsmobile Bravada

1991 Oldsmobile Bravada

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada

2002 Oldsmobile Bravada

2001 Oldsmobile Bravada

1998 Oldsmobile Bravada

1997 Oldsmobile Bravada

1996 Oldsmobile Bravada

1994 Oldsmobile Bravada

1993 Oldsmobile Bravada

Average mileage: 115,225 miles

(42,000 - 177,000)

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