2004 Oldsmobile Alero engine problems

Filed Apr 3, 2024 · Airbags, Electrical · IL · crash · 1 injury

Airbag no deployment Loss of power steering Brakes to floor Car died Recall ignored prior and still today after set up now off their schedule Friendly Chevrolet rich Gardner

Filed Feb 18, 2019 · Electrical, Engine · 198,765 miles · VA

Noticed the windshield was leaking which cause to leak on equipment under inside and out dashboard witch caused erosion and defects to other operating equipment lead to car stalling while driving,some operations of will work, some won't. It has a mind of it's own,the security system on car does not work. I do not feel safe since I was driving down road on highway 55mph. And the car completely turn off, I turned ignition switch to turn car back on it was very scary moment. I didn't know what to do. But I wish I can afford to fix the car problems that has caused me a lot of misery financially emotionally feel safe with gm sealing front window properly on alero I wouldn't have these problems in the first place! So not properly sealing and wiring diagram needs to be examined in my opinion all I want is to feel safe in any gm motors models not just me but others too . I wish someone would help me as much I help others in my car n my daily life to get by not much to ask to feel safe! The car was not sealed right in first place. This is what caused my problems owning this car. I need either help with car to get fix pthe right way. Or I need a new car I have a disabled mother and grandpa that depend on me and I need a reliable car to provide daily tasks appointments the list goes on. I could really use a piece of mind just to know I'm driving a safe reliable car to do my god services every day I'm begging!!

Filed Apr 6, 2017 · Electrical, Engine · 158,000 miles · IN

Bought car a year ago, it had issues with turn signals not working. I googled issue and replaced hazard switch 125,000 miles. Now at 155,000 timing chain slipped, it's replacement worth more than car value. I heard after 2004 a change was made because of issues but no recall. Car was pulled to end of driveway before taking a close out of town trip, turned off to check oil and such, wouldn't start. Estimate received to repair 2,500$. I am furious!

Filed Jul 14, 2016 · Engine · 162,000 miles · DE

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 oldsmobile alero. While driving 55 MPH, the engine stalled without warning. The vehicle was repaired per the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system). The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was able to restart after several attempts. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 162,000.

Filed Sep 17, 2015 · Engine · 134,212 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 oldsmobile alero. While driving at approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was not able to restart. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the motor failed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 134,212.

Filed Feb 19, 2015 · Engine, Transmission · 7,000 miles · CO · fire

[xxx]: after a day of light driving after being stationary for about an hour and a half in colorado springs co (cool weather) upon starting the vehicle the temp needle went from cool to almost overheated in the under 30 mins it took to go from one store parking lot to the next nearby one. The vehicle became fully overheated & sparks / 1' flames emerged from the sides of the front hood. Upon being shut off the flames receded, after approx 30mins sitting the hood was lifted & fluids checked (all were at appropriate levels). The vehicle was started again & ran idle for 20 mins & the sparks / flames reappeared again so the vehicle was shut down & a ride called. Upon being picked up the next day the vehicle ran fine again for the most part with only slight overheating - it was taken for an engine wash / under hood at an appropriate facility to remove any flammable / combustible residue. Had to be driven at speeds under 50mph to return home without further problems. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Nov 20, 2014 · Electrical, Engine · 160,000 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 oldsmobile alero. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start after inserting the key in the ignition switch. The problem recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The technician diagnosed that the ignition switch, lock and key needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 160,000.

Filed Nov 13, 2014 · Driver assistance, Electrical · MS

2004 oldsmobile alero, consumer writes in regards to warning light coming on and then going off. *cw the consumer stated the oil and traction light illuminated.

Filed Oct 30, 2014 · Electrical, Engine · 120,000 miles · NV

I was driving on the freeway and my car turned off without warning. My car turned off (power sheering locked up) I made it to the side of the road but not before almost getting hit by a 2 different semi-trucks. I was stranded on the freeway for 4 hours with a new born baby. I have yet to be able to fix my car due to this issue. I have been looking for information on what happened to my car when I found the recall.

Filed Sep 8, 2014 · Brakes, Electrical · 35,570 miles · CO

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 oldsmobile alero. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the engine stalled without warning and the power steering and brakes failed. The vehicle restarted after multiple attempts, but the failure recurred multiple times. The dealer stated that the failure could be due to a faulty ignition switch and/or various engine failures. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact received the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v40000 (electrical system) and performed the recommendations from the notification, including driving with a single key. The failure recurred numerous times. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 35,570.