I had the recall done but my car keeps dying and when the car is running I can now remove my key and engine stays running. The security light comes on all the time and I have to sit and wait at least 10 min for car to start. I have a baby and with this cold weather plus being stranded is not safe. I was told all the dealer did was a new key/insert. The whole ignition lock assembly should be replaced under a new recall. The dealer told me for $100 diagnostic fee that could look at the car. Never did this until the dealer did the repair.
1999 Oldsmobile Alero electrical complaints
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Tl* the contact owns a 1999 oldsmobile alero. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start after the key was inserted into the ignition switch. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the ignition switch failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 122,000.
When trying to start the anti-theft light comes on and blinks you must wait 10 mins to restart and sometimes the vehicle will start or you have to wait the recycle till again. Gm did a recall on the key itself to add a hole in the key for the weight situation, but did not help the ignition problem of starting this vehicle. My question is why hasn't this problem been address yet? I have several complaints on this problem.
1999 oldsmobile alero. The consumer received a recall letter. However, she was involved in an accident, where the engine power, power steering and power brakes went out. *mw the consumer was injured and the vehicle was totaled.
I have a 1999 olds alero and am just now getting a recall for the key switch. As soon as I got it I took the car to the local dealer. I was told they are out of parts and my name was put on a waiting list. I was also adived it may take three to four weeks. I also asked if the car was safe told rive and was told yes. If the car is safe to drive why the recall. If there is something wrong with the key switch how can it be safe to drive. Why doesn't the dealer have the parts and why should it take three to four weeks. What happen during the wait time if there is and accident and someone is injured or killed. Why does the auto dealers play games with our lifes. Please look inot this or at least file this complaint, then if I am in an accident before they fix it I'll have prove I filed a complaint. Also I had to put brakes for the car part it would not take key switch, which is what the problem is. So disregard brakes.
1999 oldsmobile alero. Consumer writes in regards to reimbursement for recall repairs. *smd the ignition lock cylinder was replaced twice.
1999 oldsmobile alero. Consumer writes in regards to gm recall #14350. * ld the consumer is seeking reimbursement for the ignition switch and lock cylinder she had replaced on june 5, 2013.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 oldsmobile alero. The contact stated that the key would inadvertently fall out of the ignition switch while in the on position. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be serviced according to the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system); however, the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer advised the contact to notify the federal safety agency. The failure mileage was unavailable.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 oldsmobile alero. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 45 MPH over a bump, the security warning light illuminated as the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence where a private mechanic reset the security system but the failure recurred on multiple occasions. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign id number: 14v400000 (electrical system) and stated that the part needed for the repair was unavailable. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 210,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 oldsmobile alero. While driving at an unknown speed, the driver lost control of the vehicle. The vehicle flipped over. The contact was unsure if the air bags deployed. The driver received medical attention, but suffered fatal injuries. A police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v355000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 oldsmobile alero. While driving various speeds, the key would release from the ignition and the security warning indicator illuminated. The contact had to wait for the security warning indicator to deactivate before the vehicle could start. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the ignition failed and the computer needed to be reprogrammed. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact mentioned that the vehicle was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unavailable.
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 oldsmobile alero. While driving approximately 32 MPH the contact applied the brakes but the vehicle would not stop. In order to stop the vehicle the contact engaged the emergency brake. During the failure all of the warning lights illuminated. The speedometer also began to display random speeds ranging from 0 MPH to 100 MPH. The vehicle also stalled while driving. The hazard lights would not function. The failure was not diagnosed. The failure and current mileages were 97,213.
I have a 1999 oldsmobile alero, several times my security lights and came on and you can not start the car, it will flash for 10 minutes and then hopefully it will start and not start flashing again. I have it at the dealership several times, and spend $$$$$ many dollars and still I have the same problem , I don't drive it much now because I am scare that it want start, gmc needs to doi a recall .
Power windows have both went out had to replace the motor for that, 2 times now the rack and pinion has came out and 2 times I have had to replace altenator had to replace overflow resorvoir I dont find this to be a reliable or safe car to be in. I bought it used so who knows what has happened before I got it I forgot to mention my part-time signal lights they work when they want to and I had to replace air conditioning compresser I have only had car 5 yrs myself and its so not worth the money I have put into it the dates vary but the first was in 2004 and the last was 2009.
For unknown reasons the passlock system fails and the car will either not start or while driving it will shut off at any time cutting power to the power brakes and steering. Causing a possible loss of control.
Secuirty light on 1999 oldsmobile alero comes on and car will not start for over 10 mins. This causes me to fuel my car with the car engine running because I do not want to take the chance of it not starting. Sometimes it takes 3 trys before it starts and that is over 30 minutes of wait time. One day it may not start at all. Ongoing problem with the other alero owners. Oldsmobile needs to issue a recall on this problem.
My security light keep coming on. It locks down my fuel system. I had the problem fix in october of 2006. It was fix at the dealership in which I bought it from. About $500.00 is what I paid to get it fix. On july4,2009, the same problem happened again. It malfunction again. I can't afford to fix this again. There are lots of people with the same problem that I got. Please help me and others with this dangerous problem. It's not our fault that they made this recurring problem. What can I do about this?
My 1999 oldsmobile alero has had a major problem with 1.manifold gaskets leaking. 2. All of the windows failing by falling off the tracks or the regulator itself failing. Three times for the drivers side window! 3.the turn signals have stopped working correctly, clicking constantly. 4.the gas gauge stopped working 5. The interior leather curled up on the dash, which I notice on many other alero's I've seen.
The passlock feature. Has left me and several, several unhappy alero owners stranded. This is a very bad and expensive idea and I have been without the car now for 2 months. I hate this car. I can not believe this has not been a recalled issue.
I put the key in the ignition and the car does not start followed by the word security flashing on the dashboard car will not start. I have to wait about 15 mins and hope it won't do it again. I have read up online and seems this is a common occurrence related to the passlock system on oldsmobile cars.
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 oldsmobile alero. The vehicle caught on fire under the hood and damaged the entire front end . The contact stated that the dealer and manufacturer will be contacted regarding the fire. The current and failure mileage were 150,000.
I have had an 99' oldsmobile alero for 7 years. It has had almost every problem listed on this website. It has had an over heating problem every year since I got it and I have spent thousands in repairs for the cooling system, fuel pump, poor interior manufacturer, AC/heater blower motor settings failure, fuel gauge failure, transmission leakage, poor springs/struts, gear slipping, hard starting, water leaking in from rain under glove compartment, off alignment (set three times in year), poor gas mileage, overheating or running above normal temperature and sudden overheating without notice of gauge lights or sounds. Has had front right caliper failure locking brake pads down against rotor causing burnout of pads,rotor warping, caliper cylinder damage. Has had power steering pump leakage. This car is a lemon and gm should not be allowed to get away with selling unsafe, worthless vehicles. The only reason I still have mine running is because I have put a lot of personal as well as paid labor into its upkeep over the years due to that I cant afford another car.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving at various speeds the ABS and low track lights on the dash board illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer on two occasions where the sensors in the front hubs were replaced. After the repairs, the problem persisted.
Driver's side window motor has been replaced three times in the last 4 years. Rear driver's side window motor has also been replaced in the last year. Amazing how this keeps happening over and over again. Also, my horn has gone off in the middle of the night several times without anything setting it off. There is no way to turn it off once it goes. Each time it was 3 or 4 in the morning and each time I had to drive to a remote location just to disconnect the horn. Of course, the first couple of times I had no idea how to do this but after a while you get to know these things. I have had the horn replaced on several occasions without any success. Now I am being told that it is the horn pads located in the steering wheel. Of course, that is another $800 - $1000 job on top of the 4 windows that cost about $400 each and the horns with ran me about $150 to $200 each.
Locked up ignition switch cruise control fell apart gear shift shifter not secure and slides up the shift.. Both oxygen sensors failed all four windows electric motors, and racks have been replaced front end vibration when stopped or parked on incline dash board leather cover came loose and rolled up like a used rug original fuel filter have to be pried out of line and then pieces left had to be removed with needle nose pliers. Fuel gauge as never worked. Now its running about 4 miles and then quits, sets for 30 minutes and drive another 4 miles then quits. Code reader says engine running lean, (problem is 4 to 5 sensors including the injectors could be causing this, no way to tell with replacing them until it runs. The expense of this could be 1000 to 3000 dollars. Electric door locks failed , replace switch, only works part of the time.
The failure is general motors passlock theft deterent system. My car does not start on numerous occations because of this problem that should be recalled. My car has been in a general motors repair shop five times with this problem and it still occurs. It has left me stranded, late for school, late for work, among other things because it will not start for 10 minutes until it resets. It is a safety issue and is embarrrassing when you cant move your car for 10 minutes after refueling at a gas station causing other people to get angry.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving at various speeds there was a humming noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. Additionally, the ABS light illuminated, the cruise control became inoperable, a burning smell appeared and the vehicle was loosing water. The dealership inspected the vehicle. The battery, wiring, spark plug wiring and a belt were replaced. The water pump and window switch was replaced. The blower motor needed to cleaned out. The brakes were inoperative updated 05/01/06.
While driving my 1999 oldsmobile alero 2.4l, my traction control light came on. It did not give the normal warning indicator to let me know that something was wrong. I stopped at a stop sign. With the oncoming traffic it requires you to quickly enter the intersection. My car stalled in the middle of take of as if it was not getting gas. The oncoming traffic which is traveling at a great rate of speed had to slam on breaks to prevent from hitting my stalled car. Several cars came to a screeching halt and nearly wrecked. I learned that the cause of the car stalling was my throttle position sensor was faulty. This is the second time I have had to replace the tps. The first was done approximately 2 years ago the hendrick dealership in apex north carolina. I experienced the same problem with the traction control light coming and the transmission shift irregular and the car stalling. On the last experience today 28 feb 06 I had my 7 year old son in the back seat. I would like this issue address by the general motors corporation immediately. I narrowly escaped suffering severe injuries and possible lost of life today.
Passlock system-car will not start 2-3 times a week have talk to people that had their key tumblers changed and still have the same problem . Have to wait 10 -15 minutes for security light to go out before to car will crank. I didn't ask for the passlock system but have no way to override it. Have found similar complaints on the web forums.
Dt: 1999 oldsmobile alero. The contact stated the hub bearings on both sides of the front end went out. There was a noise coming from the front end, the contact took the vehicle to a garage. The mechanic told her of the problem, and said if she drove it much longer there would have been an accident. The head gaskets also blew out the engine. The vehicle was leaking antifreeze into the air system. The vehicle is currently at the garage being fixed for the head gaskets. Also, fuel pump went out while driving on the road. The vehicle was towed to the garage. Then, they replaced the fuel pump. The contact stated , in addition, there have been electrical problems. The computer system had to be reset a couple of times. This has happened within the past 12 months.
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