2000 Oldsmobile Alero: wrong fuel gauge reading

Filed Apr 2, 2019 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 158,000 miles · NJ

Driving on the highway, all of the warning lights came on, the fuel gauge dropped to empty, the RPM gauge dropped to zero, the thermostat needle rapidly flickered up and down then the car shut off. The vehicle won't start, the instrument gauges move by themselves with no key in the ignition and now the car has zero power. . This car has been doing this for the past 3 months.

Filed Nov 30, 2007 · Body, Brakes · 135,000 miles · NY

My 2000 oldsmobile alero has had serious problems with it since purchasing it in june of 2002. To date, I have had to replace my waterpump, intake manifold gasket, tires, brakes and rotors consistently (three or more times ayear) . The most recent problem is my gas gauge will indicate that I have 1/4 tank and to my surprise the car will not start unless more fuel is added. The engine also sounds rough, I have both service engine lights on, along with my low tire pressure, anti lock brake light on and I have new tires, replaced a gas cap, and the lights went off, but then come back on. I am also positive that my car will not pass inspection. The cosmetic defects are that of the dash board starting to peel and come loose. I have read up on that gm responded to a problem with all 2000 oldsmobile aleros about the gas problem and I contacted the dealer dorschel and spoke with service manager lou, gm agreed to add a different filter so that the gas was draining back into the tank, it was also mentioned in the article that dealers could be fined thousands of dollars daily if not complied with, but because it was not an actual recall, the dealer denied my request to fix. After reading the multiple complaints about these vehicles, I am shocked that they have not been recalled, the should be as they are not safe cars in my opinion. I am challenging you to take a ride in my car with your family and see if you feel safe, because not only am I out 13,000 that I paid for the car, but also if I have to estimate probably another 6,000 in repairs. That is ridiculous. I expect a written response from your office within 30 days of what you intend to do to investigate these problems. Not only read my letter, but you should google in 2000 oldsmobile aleros and see the disgust of performance people are complaining of.

Filed Oct 15, 2003 · Fuel system · 46,660 miles · CO

Car ran out of gas while gas gauge still showed over 1/4 tank left. After adding 1 gallon of gas, gas gauge jumped to almost full. After filling tank and driving 200 miles, gas gauge still shows over 1/2 tank left.

Filed Aug 7, 2003 · Engine · WI

3 months after buying my used 2000 alero I found that the intake manifold was leaking and needed to be replaced soon. Once I saved up money I took it in and had it replaced. Since then (one and a half months later) my "service engine soon" lamp continually comes on. Place that repaired my intake manifiold gasket has no idea what the problem is--something with my air system. Also, immediately after repair of img my fuel gauge is stuck on (e)mpty.. Will occasionally move. I am extremely upset that I wasted my money on a piece of junk. Also, my cruise kicks out when I am in overdrive--has not worked since a week after I bought the car. I have put more money than need be into a car that is only 3 years old and I have not even owned for a month! What is going on with my car??

Filed Apr 30, 2003 · Fuel system · 44,000 miles · PA

Fuel gauge does not work properly-have run out of gas twice when that meter says I have a quarter of a tank. No alarm. Contacted the dealer and they informed me that since my warranty is up, I would have to pay for it. Spoke with oldsmobile and they say that only canadian cars are covered under the recall.

Filed Apr 15, 2002 · Fuel system · OH

Low fuel light never comes on and fuel gauge does not show proper fuel level of vehicle causing vehicle to stall out on highway. *ak

Filed Aug 14, 2000 · Fuel system · MS

While stopping at a red light vehicle completely went dead because it ran out of fuel, even though gas gauge indicator was over the quarter tank mark. Vehicle will be checked by the dealership. Please provide any further information.