Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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| STRUCTURE - BODY | ||||||||||||||||
| 00V140000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 04/01/1998 to 09/30/1999 | V (Vehicle) | 487400 | 06/09/2000 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 05/18/2000 | 05/19/2000 | 571 | 201 | |||||
| Defect Summary | Vehicle description: these vehicles do not comply with the occupant protection requirements of fmvss no. 201, occupant protection in interior impact. the console cover on these vehicles does not stay closed when a specified vertical load is applied. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | In the event of a crash, the console cover could open and the cover or items stored under it could injure an occupant. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the console latch mechanism. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Owner notification began june 9, 2000. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537 or pontiac at 1-800-762-2737.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STRUCTURE - BODY | |||||
| 030866002 | 01/01/2003 | 10000945 | Wind noise heard from rear of vehicle. *tt | 04/04/2003 | |
| 010857007A | 04/01/2002 | 010857007 | 634825 | This bulletin contains information on various waterleak conditions. *tt | 10/09/2002 |
| 020866005 | 05/01/2002 | 634661 | Some owners may comment that the molding along the rear (trunk) compartment opening at the striker is loose or broken. *tt | 10/04/2002 | |
| 171201 | 12/17/2001 | 629631 | Water leak issues. *tt | 04/04/2002 | |
| 010857007 | 12/01/2001 | 628809 | This bulletin contains information on various water leak conditions. *tt | 03/21/2002 | |
| 150601 | 06/15/2001 | 623425 | Campaign information processing system will be sending out additional owner notification on campaign 00036 regarding the console cover latch. *slc | 10/29/2001 | |
| 200301 | 03/20/2001 | 619235 | Information update on the subject of scraping, grinding, brake or bearing like noise from the front tire area. *tt | 05/21/2001 | |
| STRUCTURE - BODY - TRUNK LID | |||||
| 170602 | 06/17/2002 | 637229 | Some customers may comment that the molding along the rear trunk compartment opening at the striker is loose and / or broken. *tt | 11/21/2002 | |
| 020858004 | 06/01/2002 | 634508 | Some customers may commenton an air rush / moan type noise from the rear compartment lid area of the vehicle. *tt | 10/03/2002 | |
| 020866005A | 08/01/2002 | 020866005 | 634317 | Some onwers may comment that the molding along the rear (trunk) compartment opening at the striker is loose or broken. *tt | 09/28/2002 |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| STRUCTURE | |||
| 10/13/2009 | 1 | ||
| 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? *tr | |||
| 01/09/2003 | 135000 | 6 | |
| 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. *tr | |||
| 10/10/2006 | 78000 | 1 | 03/18/2006 |
| I own a 2000 oldsmobile alero, have had no problems so far except the dashboard vinyl peeling up, and the particle on the vinyl backing flake off and recirculate through the car in the a/c. this is a problem with a lot of these cars that i did not notice until now. gm should fix this problem since they used glue that was not strong enough to hold the vinyl down! *nm | |||
| 03/01/2002 | 30000 | 1 | 09/29/2001 |
| Both doors were leaking in rain and in the car wash. i took it to the dealership where it was still under warranty because i purchased a 100,00 mile bumper to bumper warranty. they could not find the leaks. it continued to do it and still couldn't find the leaks. now it is leaking so bad that both back floor boards have standing water in them after a hard rain. they are also now water damaged. *nm | |||
| 07/01/2005 | 49000 | 1 | 10/16/2003 |
| The vinyl on my car is falling off the dashboard and the side panels of my vehicle. these are common problems with oldsmobile aleros, of which gm takes little responsibility. there should have been a recall on this due to all the numbers of complaints. it is impairing my visibility while driving. i contacted victoria at gm, case #1-358478228 - the best she could do for me was 30% off the repair price of $1,900, which would still equal $1,330 + tax. this is unacceptable - it's probably more than the car is worth at this point due to the defect in workmanship. i then contacted david at symdom chevrolet, but he was not able to get any more satisfaction from gm. i then contacted brian at burtness chevrolet. he spoke to his rep, but i still have had no response from his rep. i don't feel this is an expense i should have to pay for even though it's out of warranty. it's an obvious defect on that particular color and type of vinyl/leather. the other colors of the vinyl/leather are fine. there's hundreds of complaints on the internet - no one that knows would ever by an alero! the least they could do is take responsibility for it. if this isn't resolved, i don't think our family will continue to buy gm cars - we have 4 in the family right now, and have always bought gm. no wonder gm is having so many problems - there's no customer service. *nm | |||
| 01/01/1901 | 1 | ||
| 2000 oldsmobile alero motor, ignition, fuel pump and catalytic converter had to be replaced.***no answer required***. *mr although the engine was replaced the check engine light remained illuminated. the turn signal don't work. the a/c only work on high. the vehicle shakes while idling. the brake pads have been replaced 2-3 times per year. the brakes were replaced the rotors had to be replaced. *nm | |||
| 05/01/2004 | 60000 | 1 | |
| There are a number of problems i have had with my 2000 olds alero gls 4dr. the main concern is the interior dash and door paneling bubbling than eventually starting to come off. my sunroof will not open as well. *jb | |||
| 07/29/2004 | 51986 | 1 | 08/28/2002 |
| I purchased a 2000 alero that currently has approximately 52.000 miles on it. almost overnight, almost a month ago from today, the dashboard vinyl buckled, waved, and started pulling away from the dashboard. at this same time, the turn signals began to intermittently stop working completely. i have found numerous web sites where other alero owners have had the same issues. i realize that the dashboard is cosmetic and not a safety issue. however, the turn signals are a problem. gm will not recall the alero even though they have a history of serious defects that have nothing to do with owner neglect. gm should be forced to recall this sad excuse for a car. i'm complaining to you specifically because i feel as though no one else will listen to the hoards of alero owners with the same problems.*ak | |||
| 04/01/2003 | 1 | 01/05/2000 | |
| The leather cover dashboard starting bubbling up in mid spring of 2003. starting in may the dashboard starting peeling up. it has continually bubbled up towards the steering column and the passenger air bags. it is beyond warranty but we can't get any response from oldsmobile. *jb | |||
| 06/25/2003 | 38 | 1 | |
| When it rains, water leaks through the vent and into my vehicle. *jb | |||
| STRUCTURE - BODY | |||
| 07/02/2012 | 1 | ||
| Appropriate handling- submission from re 2000 oldsmobile alero vehicle defects *tgw the consumer stated he has been unsuccessful at getting the recall repairs rectified free of charge. the consumer referenced recall # 00v140000. *jb | |||
| 05/01/2004 | 1 | ||
| Faulty adhesive used on the dash; causes buckling and peeling of dash pad. it is starting on the driver's side and spreading to the passenger side of the dash. this has not been corrected, as no dealer or repair shop will touch it. all say to go to gm with issue. gm will not fix it either.*ak | |||
| 03/11/2004 | 15500 | 2 | 04/30/2003 |
| I have (2) 2000 oldsmobile aleros on which the vinyl covering on the dash has detached from its back and has created wavy wrinkles. a web search shows this is a widespread problem in aleros.*ak | |||
| 5 | |||
| Consumer states vehicle leaks water in the front and rear causing many electrical problems with the radio, heater, lights, brake lights, and wipers, at any given time these components quit working, dealer has offered to buy vehicle back on two occasions, however consumer would lose money if the transaction were to take place. *slc | |||
| 01/01/2002 | 1 | 05/23/2001 | |
| Consumer states vehicle would vibrate and the front wheels would grind when brake are applyed, dealer notified and replace the front rotors and the brake pads. *jb consumer states brakes made a squeaking noise before grinding. also, the console cover latch failed.*yd | |||
| 10/01/2000 | 4 | 06/02/2000 | |
| Consumer took car into dealer 4 times for water leaking into vehicle. they did not know how water was getting into vehicle. whenever it rains or snows the back and front rugs, and the trunk gets soaked, dealer has adjusted doors, replaced cracked sill plates, replaced door deflectors, reinstalled sealer to water deflectors, and replaced door window channels. *ak *slc | |||
| 03/18/2000 | |||
| Front lights adjusted. also interior roof light loose. seat in second position will not catch. when it rains, it floods my car. | |||
| STRUCTURE - BODY - DOOR | |||
| 03/07/2005 | 25 | 15 | 04/02/2002 |
| On march 3, 2005 my 2000 oldsmobile alero gl v6/3.4l would not start. on march 4, 2005, all 3 distributor coils were replaced as well as all 6 spark plugs. the car worked fine until march 7, 2005 when while driving the car for about 10 minutes, the car shut down. it coasted to the side of the road and i could not get it to start again. in both instances the car seems to try to start but is unsuccessful. in my online research, this appears to be a very common problem with no known resolution for other owners of the alero. additionally, after the window fell into the driver side door, on october 19, 2004, i had the mechanism for the driver side window replaced. in december 2004, the same window failed to work at all. i have not had it fixed again. the water pump was replaced after a sudden coolant leak completely depleting the system in november 2003, and the same situation occured again requiring the water pump to be replaced again in february 2005, a little over a year later. one of the cigarette lighters stopped working in june 2004. the service engine light, tire pressure light, and coolant light come on intermittently with no apparent problem. the interior dome light is touch and go, meaning if i touch the case, it may or may not go on or off. the front brake system has been replaced more times than i can count on my one hand in the nearly 3 years that i have owned it. the signal lights would stop functioning and buzz hideously until i pressed the hazard button. water has collected in the front passenger floorboard and in the trunk from seal failure. the engine seems to burn oil quickly. *ak | |||
| 09/29/2000 | 5 | 04/18/2000 | |
| When applying brakes, steering wheel would vibrate. had taken to dealership, and had the rotors resurfaced or replaced. problem still present.*ak consumer states tire had to be replaced at 6000 miles, insufficient sealing caused water to leak in to drivers side rear foot well, both front door opening w/strips and door panel water barriers were replaced and also power window squeaks when going up and down. *yd | |||
| 12/01/1999 | |||
| This vehicle is equipped a lot of safety features such as side impact protection, all-speed traction control, etc. however a very important item was omitted. they did not install a door ajar sensor on the vehicle at all. i sent a request to the oldsmobile manufacturer, but they never responed to my inquiry. as we have children, on a four door car, we feel that this is a necessity. please help any way you can. we hope to prevent a potential accident from occuring to us to others.*ak | |||
| 07/13/2000 | 0 | ||
| Both doors leak when raining and soak back carpet, consumer states it does not happen every time. *ak | |||
| 1 | |||
| Consumer cut his hand on a very sharp crimped edge of the door trim, dealer never attempted to correct or advise, said all alero's are the same. nlm | |||
| 07/12/2000 | 1 | 01/01/2000 | |
| When i opened the passenger door, the unfinished vertical molding cut my thumb. *ak | |||
| 02/28/2000 | 2 | 01/01/2000 | |
| Front rotors warped at 2500 miles but not replaced per the dealer for 5000 more miles. also, water leaking through both doors (l and r) and has been repaired multiple times. they are now using duct tape to fix the leak and they tell me this is legitimate. water leaks every time it rains. *ak | |||
| STRUCTURE - BODY - DOOR - HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS | |||
| 05/09/2003 | 65000 | 4 | 10/14/2001 |
| All four of my window regulators have failed within a period of 2 months, i have replaced 3 of the four, the left rear door still has not been replaced do to the cost of parts for this car, in adition, i have had to replace the front calipers, brake pads and rotors on this vehicle 2 times within a period of 1 year, just before the last time i replaced them, my rear calipers went out, they will engage, but will stay locked, only releasing after i drive for about 20 feet or so, i have also experienced problems with the security system activating itself and not allowing me to start the car for at least 10 minutes ( the time it takes the system to recycle itself). in adddition, my door pannels coverings are all coming separated accross the top of of them, again do to the cost, i have failed to replace them. unfortunatly this happened before i knew that so many people where having problems with the oldsmobile aleros, so i did not retain the old parts. *ak | |||
| STRUCTURE - BODY - TRUNK LID | |||
| 03/07/2005 | 25 | 15 | 04/02/2002 |
| On march 3, 2005 my 2000 oldsmobile alero gl v6/3.4l would not start. on march 4, 2005, all 3 distributor coils were replaced as well as all 6 spark plugs. the car worked fine until march 7, 2005 when while driving the car for about 10 minutes, the car shut down. it coasted to the side of the road and i could not get it to start again. in both instances the car seems to try to start but is unsuccessful. in my online research, this appears to be a very common problem with no known resolution for other owners of the alero. additionally, after the window fell into the driver side door, on october 19, 2004, i had the mechanism for the driver side window replaced. in december 2004, the same window failed to work at all. i have not had it fixed again. the water pump was replaced after a sudden coolant leak completely depleting the system in november 2003, and the same situation occured again requiring the water pump to be replaced again in february 2005, a little over a year later. one of the cigarette lighters stopped working in june 2004. the service engine light, tire pressure light, and coolant light come on intermittently with no apparent problem. the interior dome light is touch and go, meaning if i touch the case, it may or may not go on or off. the front brake system has been replaced more times than i can count on my one hand in the nearly 3 years that i have owned it. the signal lights would stop functioning and buzz hideously until i pressed the hazard button. water has collected in the front passenger floorboard and in the trunk from seal failure. the engine seems to burn oil quickly. *ak | |||
| STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS | |||
| 10 | 04/01/2000 | ||
| Car is not sealed properly, and is doubtful that it ever was. it has been in for repair almost 10 times for water leaks. dealer has noted leaks in door seals, front windshield, sunroof and related draining systems. inevitably, during a sufficient rain, water leaks down the door frame, onto the fuse box inside the car causing electrical problems, including non-working locks, trunk opening randomly, etc. | |||