2001 Oldsmobile Aurora: headlights failing or too dim

Filed Jul 2, 2012 · Acceleration, Brakes · 80,000 miles · CO

We purchased this vehicle on 9/2007 with 65,327 miles. The 1st year or so, it was ok, except for the emmisions system which they repaired. Over the next years, we have had to replace the brakes, rotors constantly! Then the stability control light kept coming on warning of the ABS/traction control problem. Then, my lights starting going out in the car, dash, computer system warning area, and head lights flickering. The car shakes excessively when I try to stop and go over 55 miles an hour on highway to the point I think the front end is going to fall off! In the summer (as now) my gas pedal sticks! I have tried to contact gm about this problem, but they told me although a recall on all the same problems as this car is having was done, my VIN number was not included! It's the same year, model and problems..and still they would not help us. I was told to have a complete diagnostic done on it at my expensive to see what the problems were--seriously gm? I can't tell you how many thousands of dollars I have put into this car already and still cannot afford to get it fixed or have gm own up to these problems. I have researched this car and year extensively and have read nothing but complaints about the same problems and gm not wanting to do anything. I can't afford to fix it, and on limited budget and cannot get a loan for another car due to limited income...so now I am stuck with this car and pray that nothing happens to me while driving on the highway and I will not let my grand chrildren ride in for fear of their lives!..this is a big issue and really does need to be looked into please.I now have 125,000 on it but only drive if I really need to very short distances. I believe whole heartedly that this problem is worth investigating because it is a safety issue whenever driven..please !

Filed Apr 7, 2006 · Electrical, Engine · WI · crash

I bought a 2001 oldsmobile aurora in 2003 being a single mother of 2 children I wanted a safe car with low repair I was told the 5 star engine is the best and low maintance I paid 15.900 cash for the car on the way home it was acting fun lights flickering gas pedal sticks and you can't push it down, then the gas gauge quit working oil was leaking all over hub in the front of car went bad I took it to the shop and it needed a oil sending unit,fuel sending unit front hub job, after another 1.700 in repairs now I am hold the head gasket is ready to blow and the gage says low oil pressure I had it back to the shop and they say they don't know what is wrong.then I ws rear ended at a stop and go light due to my head lights and tail lights going on and off. My onstar don't work 3/4 of the time due to my gas gauge not working I ran out of gas and then the onstar didn't work either only if the car is running.now it also says defected airbags on the dash. Please get to the bottom of this also there was a chip in the windshild I asked is that a crack in the windshield the salesman said oh no it is not when I got it home it was a crack itn it I called and they told me you drove it off the lot there is no warranty.

Filed Jan 1, 2006 · Electrical · 57,500 miles · MT

Headlights flicker really bad, usually when vehicle isn't at temperature and accelerating. I usually watch my digital voltmeter and my voltage jumps from 12 volts to 15.5 (normal operating voltage is usually 14.8) almost instantly back and forth. I drove it on its first long distance run of about 80 miles and after my lights flickered for about 3 minutes the check engine light popped on. I just bought this car a month ago and while I was reading the maintenance log the alternator has just been replaced.

Filed May 3, 2005 · Electrical · 36,000 miles · MO

We purchased a used 2001 olds aurora in march 2003. We also purchased the extended warranty offered by the dealer. Shortly after we purchased this vehicle we noticed the headlights and interior lights flucuating wildly (as if we were turning off the headlights) along with the voltage. The dealer said this was "normal". It got so bad my husband refused to let me drive the car, even during the day in the event the car shut off. We took the car to another olds dealer who, at our request, replaced the voltage regulator, to no effect. This has happened at least 4 additional times. The dealer says they can find nothing wrong with the car, but the lights continue to flash, and now other electrical problems are surfacing, along with numerous blown fuses and bulbs. It is quite distracting to other drivers on the road, in addition to this cars driver, to have the headlights flash constantly, and does nothing to inspire trust in the safety of this car. I am afraid it will shut off while being driven, or possibly have some sort of electrical fire.

Filed Dec 8, 2003 · Lights · WI

Headlamps dim and flicker while driving. This happened everyday. Dealer recently replaced alternator which appears to have corrected the problem after two days of driving.

Filed Jul 17, 2003 · Lights · IN

Purchased used 2001 oldmobile aurora (3.5l, v-6) on june 24, 2003 with 19,200 miles. Upon leaving the lot I noticed the headlights flickering several times on way home. Called dealer and had it in shop 2 days later. Replaced alternator. June 26th, 2003 after leaving dealer still noticed lights flickering. Called dealer the next week to let them know. They stated it was just a simple change in voltage. Continued to notice flickering...so bad it is vert distracting not only to driver of vehicle but other drivers on the road. Took car in once again. Dealer stated that gm is aware of head lamp flickering and is working to correct the problems. Now I notice when my head lamps flicker the voltage screen goes crazy. In the meantime, my warranty is up on sept. 13th 2003. So if they don't find a solution to the problem before then,will I be stuck with paying for it or will there be some sort of recall issued? Was told it would be paid for but no written documentation was received. This problem can be very dangerous and could cause an accident due to decreased visibility and distraction.

Filed Mar 18, 2002 · Lights · IL

Headlights dim and flicker at random, temporary loss of headlamps repeatedly.

Filed Feb 24, 2002 · Lights · AR

Headlights dim while driving.

Filed Mar 29, 2001 · Lights · PA

While driving with headlights on, they will blink a couple times, could cause consumer to lose track of road. *ak the interior lights go out periodically, the head lights keep blinking.