2000 Oldsmobile Alero GLS Sedan review from North America
"I wish the problems / fixes were more widely known because it is a nice car despite all the problems"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The low tire pressure light comes on too often.
My fan for the heater/ac will not operate until I turn it to the 3rd position.
My automatic diver's seat got stuck as though it was off the track and would not adjust back and forth. My local garage mechanic took the seat out of the car and banged it several times. He reinstalled it and now it works fine, but I always wonder when it will stop again.
My security light came on, I could start the car, but then it would stall out. And then it would not restart for about 20 minutes. I discovered the problem was the ignition switch on the steering column. It was replaced at a cost of $525.00. Evidently the car thought that I was trying to steal it, so it kept turning itself off!
My taillights burn out very frequently.
The trunk torsion bar broke.
When the trunk is opened after rain, water drips into the trunk onto the trunk contents.
The car made a grinding sound when I turned the wheel either left or right.
General comments?
Despite all the faults I still love the car. It handles beautifully, it is comfortable, and it is sporty looking.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 2000 |
| Year of manufacture | 2000 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.4L V 6 engine Automatic |
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| Distance when acquired | 20 miles |
| Most recent distance | 97000 miles |
| Previous car | Buick Regal |
| Date of Entry | 30th May, 2006 |