3.9

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
31,591 miles

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problem #2

Oct 082003

(reported on)

Bravada 6-cyl

  • 63,182 miles
Faulty driver's side seat belt. The consumer received recall 03V-117000 related to a faulty driver's side seat belt. The dealer was contacted and an appointment was scheduled but the part was not available. The consumer returned at a later date to have it done. The vehicle was working fine when it was dropped off. When departing the facility after repair, the drivers side front seat would not move forward or backwards. The driver's door locks would not open or lock automatically. The interior lights flickered on and off. The service rep was contacted and requested that the vehicle be returned to the dealer. Upon inspection the technician indicated that the malfunctions were not the dealers problem and that they would be billed for any repairs made.

- Albuquerque, NM, USA

problem #1

Sep 232003

Bravada

  • miles
Consumer received recall notice 03V117000 concerning seat belt buckle assembly. Dealer was contacted, and stated that repairs could not be done because the parts were on national back order. The dealer was not sure when the parts will be available.

- Rockford, IL, USA