2000 Oldsmobile Alero tires problems

Filed Oct 15, 2009 · Body, Brakes · VA

When I first bought this car the backseats were not attached to the car. The dashboard is pealing up all the way and the paint is gone from my gear shift. Both driver side and passenger windows have stopped working. The driver side I had to get fixed for inspection cost about $300. Tires and brakes need replaced constantly. Lights on the dash light up for no apparent reason. Blinkers don't work most of the time and when they do it is this horrible loud clicking noise. Cd player/radio stop working randomly. Ac only works on 3rd setting. Rear defrost does not work at all. Fog lights will not turn on and bulbs are brand new. Trunk will not open with button from inside car or keyless entry. My trunk randomly comes open for no reason and once would not latch to shut for a few days but then randomly latched shut. Car leaks water in the front and back. Recently my car won't start everytime it rains. I took it to an auto place and they ran it through the computer and couldn't find anything. Now it's at a windsheild place because the mechanic says its leaking water into fuse box. Glass place is saying that is not it either. I am at my wits end. It dries out and will start and as soon as it rains will not start. I don't want to pay another mechanic to have this fixed. I see where others have complained about fuses and waters leaks. I have had it towed twice in the last 2 weeks and had $600 worth of work done on my car. I cannot afford to buy a new car. I'm very aggitated that so many people have complained about this car and nothing has been done about it. I even complained to the bbb about the dealership I bought it from to no avail. Why is nothing being done?

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 30, 2007 · Electrical, Tires · 30,000 miles · NY

I have written previously about my 2000 oldsmobile alero, clearly from the earliest of complaints which I share with other owners, gm does not care about the problems from brakes, tires, intake gaskets, windows braking, blower motors going, no dipsticks for transmission lines, I could go on and on, the message I receive is through the list of complaints you don't investigate and assist in finding a solution and gm/oldsmobile could give a ?!@#$% about the junk they produced and made millions on at the lack of safety for consumers. I pray that oldsmobile steps up and admits they made defaulted cars when it came to the oldsmobile alero, and while many of us have probably already paid the cars payments off, the lease they could do is offer a $10,000 rebate to purchase another car. Heck perhaps I should contact the attorney generals of each state and my own attorney for a possible lawsuit. To all of you other owners of this piece of junk, I sympathize with you, but it takes more than one voice, I too contacted gm and was completely ignored as well. No more buying american made again!!!

Filed Jun 24, 2006 · Brakes, Electrical · NY

I purchased a 2000 oldsmobile alero in june of 2002, since the purchase I have had nothing but mechanical issues. The first being brakes/rotors being replaced twice a year, then my head gasket went, tires wear too quickly, and now my service engine light, ABS light, no traction light (which does not work), change oil light is on, and now I am having problems with my wheel bearings, and cv joints, the car actually makes grinding noises when turning to the left and often sounds and feels as if I have a flat tire. I have had all of these repairs done and the car was fine for 1 week and now all of the problems are back except for the head gasket. Did I mention I also had to have the power steering pump replaced as well, I feel that for the price I paid and the research I have done, there are many others that are having the same difficulty as me, when I read others problems, I feel like I am reading about my car. This was my first car I had ever purchased and feel that mine and my family's safety is at risk because you never know when something is going to happen and I am about out of money replacing parts. Please look into anyone who owns a oldsmobile alero and give me some advice. Thank you.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Brakes, Suspension · SC

I am on my third pair of brake pads and rotors. The last time this was corrected was in nov. 2002. The initial set that came on the car was supposedly "bad" and replaced nov. 2000. I got the car in aug. 2000. Problem was reported to dealer oct. 2002 as well. Never could identify problem. Grinding light and noises under hood that were finally identified as the brakes taken in again in jan. 01. The "other" consists of a new alternator in nov. 2002 as well as new tires in july 2002. I had to purchase two while gm gave me 2. Locks were messed up again april 02. Faulty window regulator in sept. 01. I have documentation of all of the invoices/printouts from the dealer as well as my maintenance papers.

Filed Nov 2, 2003 · Electrical, Tires · 55,434 miles · NJ

Unidentifiable problem. Something is drawing power from my alternator causing a drop in the energy feed to the alternator. This makes the low battery light come on during long trips.

Filed Jun 11, 2003 · Brakes, Engine · OH

Rotors bad, brakes bad, wheels leak air, windows leak air in, windshied shakes, engine runs high temps and knocks, paint is starting to rust. Cd player is always shuting off. Dealer has not done a thing to help and my car is under warranty for a few more months. I need help soon.

Filed Jun 9, 2003 · Brakes, Tires · NE

I bought my oldsmobile alero new in july of 2000. Within a few months after purchase I started taking it back to the dealer due to a grinding noise that would happen when I was driving at slower speeds or turning. The dealer couldn't find anything wrong, but suggested I may need new brakes. I was not satisfied with this response since the car was less than one year old and I don't drive any more than the average driver. I then started taking it to a closer dealer (this one was a gm dealer and not specifically oldsmobile). After several visits they told me my brake pads were worn down and needed replaced. By this point it was 2002 and my car had about 20,000 miles on it. I still wasn't sure I agreed with it, but I let them replace my brakes. Still heard the noise. I can't even count how many times my car has been to the two dealerships for the same grinding noise. The last time I had it in was in may of 2003. They finally told me about a bulletin regarding tire size and told me this was causing the noise. This bulletin came out a year prior to this service visit and they had looked at my car numerous times. Now I'm having trouble with the rotors and from what I've read a lot of other people are too. When I apply the brakes, it feels like the car is jerking to a stop. I think oldsmobile or gm needs to own up to the defect and replace the rotors for those of us who are unlucky enough to own one of their aleros.

Filed Dec 3, 2002 · Tires · TN

While driving the sidewall of the rear tire blewout. The manufacturer was contacted and told the consumer to contacted the dealer. The dealer stated that the tire was low on air (goodyear eagle ls p225 sr16). *ts

Filed May 28, 2002 · Tires · FL

Or change tires without having to break off ....I need advise.