Tl* the contact owns a 2000 oldsmobile alero. The contact stated that the left and right turn signals flickered very fast. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 33,000.
2000 Oldsmobile Alero lights problems
135 complaints (24% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 65,000.
- owner complaints
- 135
- of this car's complaints
- 24%
- typical mileage
- 65,000
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Hazard flashing warning lights: switch53
- Turn signal36
- Hazard flashing warning lights19
- Turn signal: flasher unit15
- Turn signal: switch12
- Hazard flashing warning lights: unit4
- Tail lights2
- Headlights2
At what mileage
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Oldsmobile Alero lights problems in other years
Related recalls
Exterior lighting: hazard flashing warning lights: switch
- What is wrong
- Certain passenger vehicles have hazard warning switches that may experience solder joint cracking caused by rapid temperature transitions and the soldering process. If solder joint cracking occurs and results in an open circuit, the turn signals/hazard lamps become intermittent or inoperative.
- Risk
- When the turn signals are inoperative, the driver cannot use them to signal intent to turn that could result in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the hazard warning switch. Owner notification began on february 5, 2004. Owners should contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438, pontiac at 1‑800‑620‑7668, or oldsmobile at 1‑800‑630‑6537.
Recall number 03V327000 · Recall details
Related investigations
Turn signal failures
Gm conducted a recall (the federal safety agency recall number 03v327) on model year (my) 2000-2001 alero, grand am and malibu vehicles to replace defective hazard switches that cause the turn signals and hazard lights to fail.the recall covered vehicles built from february 2000 through may 2001 (depending on model).odi opened this investigation based on 64 reports alleging turn signal failure on my 1999-2000 alero, grand am and malibu vehicles not covered under the recall and built prior to february 2000.in december 2004, gm will issue a special policy for my 1999-2000 alero, grand am and malibu vehicles not covered under recall 03v327.the policy covers turn signal/hazard flasher failure for a period of 10 years or 150,000 miles (whichever occurs first) to provide a no cost replacement of the hazard switch.gm will send letters to owners starting december 30, 2004.the actions taken by the manufacturer is sufficient to resolve the issues raised by this investigation.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by the federal safety agency that no safety-related defect exists.the agency reserves the right to take future action if warranted by the circumstances.
RQ04005
Turn signal failures
By letter dated august 27, 2003, gm notified the agency that it is conducting a voluntary safety recall (the federal safety agency recall no. 03v327) involving certain model year (my) 2000-2001 chevrolet malibu, oldsmobile alero, and pontiac grand am.gm's recall covers 670,740 vehicles manufactured beginning february 1, 2000 through may 1, 2001 (alero and grand am) and february 1, 2000 through may 31, 2001 (malibu).gm reports that turn signal failure is due to solder joint cracking in the hazard switch, and has identified rapid temperature transitions of the hazard switch and the soldering process as the cause of cracking.electrical current to the turn signals flows through the hazard switch and an open circuit in the hazard switch will cause the exterior turn/hazard lamps to become intermittent or inoperative.gm will replace the hazard switch on all involved vehicles.based on gm's safety recall action, this investigation is closed.
EA02037
What 2000 Oldsmobile Alero owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 oldsmobile alero. While driving various speeds and attempting to make a left turn, the driver side turn signal failed to operate as intended. When the contact manipulated the turn signal lever, the turn signal would operate normally. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 03v327000 (exterior lighting). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.
The turn signals work part time, some times they do, and other times they won't work at all, I've check for recalls on this problem with the blinkers but my VIN number is not listed on the recall list for 2000 old's alero but other are. On the street.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 oldsmobile alero. While driving 40 MPH, the driver side turn signal failed without warning. The contact attempted to activate the passenger side turn signal and hazard lights, but was unsuccessful. The failure recurred often. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 104,000. Updated 05/24/16
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 oldsmobile alero. While driving at 35 MPH, both turn signals were activated but failed to function. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact was aware of the federal safety agency campaign number: 03v327000 (electrical system), but the VIN was not included. The failure mileage was 153,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 oldsmobile alero. While driving various speeds, the turn and hazard signals malfunctioned intermittently. The failure occurred multiple times. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired according to the federal safety agency campaign number: 03v327000 (exterior lighting). The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 oldsmobile alero. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH, the signal and hazard lights became inoperable. The failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis. The technician was unable to locate the failure. The vehicle has not been repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 11,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 oldsmobile alero. The contact stated that when the turning signals were activated there would be a loud abnormal noise from the vehicle. In addition, the contact stated that the turning signals activated intermittently and independntly. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who replaced the fuse but it failed to remedy the failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.
S10 direct reply requesting assistance w/vehicle recalls for the 2000 olds alero and /or chevy impala re hazard assembly causes the hazard/turn signal to operate intermittently (currently not happening at all on the alero). *smd the consumer stated his step-daughter experienced an issue, with the hazard warning assembly on her vehicle.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 oldsmobile alero. The contact stated that the turn signals and hazards lights would only activate intermittently. The vehicle was not diagnosed or replaced. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure was 130,000.
Questions about the 2000 Oldsmobile Alero lights
Does the 2000 Oldsmobile Alero have lights problems?
Owners have filed 135 complaints about the lights of the 2000 Oldsmobile Alero, 24% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2000 Oldsmobile Alero lights problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 65,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2000 Oldsmobile Alero lights?
Yes, 1 recall: 03V327000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Oldsmobile Alero have the most lights problems?
The Oldsmobile Alero model years with the most lights complaints are 2000 (135 complaints), 2002 (78 complaints) and 2001 (68 complaints).
Other 2000 Oldsmobile Alero problems
Brakes 136Electrical 89Engine 88Visibility 49Fuel system 31Body 29Airbags 27Transmission 25Steering 22Acceleration 18Suspension 17Tires 17Wheels 8Driver assistance 6Seat belts 4Seats 4Locks 1
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