2001 Oldsmobile Alero fuel system problems

41 complaints (11% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 62,000. 1 crash reported.

owner complaints: 41
of this car's complaints: 11%
typical mileage: 62,000
crashes: 1
recalls: 0

Which part fails

Delivery: fuel pump
8
Storage: fuel gauge system
4
Storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and cap
2
Storage: tank assembly
2
Fuel injection system: injectors
2
Storage: evaporative emissions: hoses/valves/sensors
1
Fuel injection system
1
Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

0k-25k

25k-50k

50k-75k

75k-100k

100k-125k

125k-150k

150k-175k

175k-200k

200k+

Oldsmobile Alero fuel system problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 2001 Oldsmobile Alero fuel system

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Fuel pump 23 Fuel gauge 7

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

Related investigations

Erratic fuel gaugeOpened September 30, 2002, closed December 30, 2003

Odi opened ea 02-028 to review complaints of consumers reporting that their fuel gauge was incorrectly displaying the amount of fuel in the gas tank.the fuel gauge receives an electrical signal from a fuel tank sending sensor circuit card.a float arm in the tank moves electrical contacts that rub against the card as the level of fuel rises and falls.disruption of the electrical signal (such as caused by corrosion of the circuit card) will cause incorrect readings to register on the fuel gauge.gm reported in their response to odi dated january 13, 2003 that the primary cause of erratic fuel gauge operation is excess elemental sulfur in fuel.gm reported that abnormal levels of sulfur sporadically occurred in certain parts of canada and the u.s. Resulting in reports of fuel gauge malfunction.gm modified the sending sensor for vehicles built after october 2000.it made a second sensor modification for vehicles built after january 2003.gm also issued a customer satisfaction campaign (gm number 00101) in december 2000 for u.s. Customers in the state of maine and issued several service bulletins informing dealers of the availability of sensors with improved corrosion resistance.the complaint trend indicates that complaints peaked in late 2000 to early 2001.warranty claims declined since peaking in april 2002.based on the number of complaints and the indication of a declining trend, further use of agency resources does not appear to be warranted.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 further action if warranted by the circumstances.

EA02028

What 2001 Oldsmobile Alero owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jul 11, 2021 · Electrical, Engine · IL

While driving the vehicle the car shut off while ignition was on. No warning whatsoever

Filed Jun 21, 2021 · Fuel system · IL

Car shut off while driving

Filed Feb 14, 2019 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 5 miles · CA

Air coming into the intake manifold and my low trac light comes on every time I have to do a turnaround or back around in a slow position from a start posistion. So im not getting my gas mileages worth nor can I do a uturn in a fast acceleration. It will get slower thats dangerous if upcoming traffic starts to proceed making it liable for an accident. Im scared for my life. Im in california in los angeles.

Filed Oct 8, 2015 · Fuel system · 178,000 miles · NE

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 oldsmobile alero. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled and was unable to restart. The failure occurred intermittently. The vehicle was driven to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The technician stated that the fuel sensor failed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 178,000.

Filed Jun 3, 2015 · Acceleration, Electrical · 43,000 miles · AR

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 oldsmobile alero. While traveling 60 MPH with the cruise control activated, the vehicle immediately accelerated to 80 MPH and then slowed back down. When the contact stopped to get fuel, the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was determined that the fuel pump failed. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The contact took the vehicle to a mechanic who stated that the ignition switch, casing, and relay switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired and the failures ceased. The manufacturer stated that the vehicle was excluded from the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 07e021000 (fuel system) and 03v327000 (exterior lighting). The failure mileage was 43,000. Updated 8/21/15*cn updated 10/18/2017

Filed May 28, 2015 · Electrical, Fuel system · 34,000 miles · AR

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 oldsmobile alero. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The failure recurred once. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. On another occasion, the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the ignition switch was replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 34,000.

Filed May 7, 2015 · Electrical, Engine · 126,000 miles · WI

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 oldsmobile alero. While attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. The key remained in the off position and failed to turn. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was previously repaired under the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v40000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 126,000. Updated 6/30/15*cn the engine and fuel pump were replaced. Updated 07/02/15

Filed Dec 8, 2014 · Electrical, Engine · CA

2001 oldsmobile alero ignition switch. *mw the consumer stated the ignition switch was replaced in november 2010, due to the vehicle stalling when placed in reverse. Also, none of the gauges and dash lights worked, the fuel pressure regulator and head gasket were replaced.

Filed Oct 2, 2014 · Electrical, Engine · 70,000 miles · PA

Lower intake gasket went at 70,000 both front wheel hubs went when we bought at 60000 an windows came off track all dash lights on fuel pump replaced an now head gasket is blown an heater core replaced at 80,000 now has 100,000 an is a lemon.

Filed Jun 30, 2014 · Electrical, Fuel system · CA

Car won't start. The car will try to start up, but will not turn over. It's like the gas has been disengaged. Also, the security light comes on. We have had the car towed several times to the mechanic.we have had the fuel injector and fuel pump replaced. Happens frequently now-am concerned it will stall in traffic and be a safety issue. Have started using the 10 min wait/re-start technique I have read about on the internet and it does work, but that is a "band-aid" not a cure.

Questions about the 2001 Oldsmobile Alero fuel system

Does the 2001 Oldsmobile Alero have fuel system problems?

Owners have filed 41 complaints about the fuel system of the 2001 Oldsmobile Alero, 11% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2001 Oldsmobile Alero fuel system problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 62,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2001 Oldsmobile Alero fuel system?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Oldsmobile Alero have the most fuel system problems?

The Oldsmobile Alero model years with the most fuel system complaints are 2001 (41 complaints), 1999 (32 complaints) and 2000 (31 complaints).