I've had this car for less than one year now, and although I've not had the most common problem regarding the brakes and rotors, I have had other menacing problems to deal with.
Three weeks ago I had to replace the thermostat, coolant temperature sensor and radiator cap. Most recently however, I've discovered that either the intake manifold gasket or the head gasket is crap.
I won't know which one it is until I tear it apart and see.
Also I have had the problem with the hazard light short, so far it has been the least of my worries.
All in all, owning this car has been overly frustrating and increasingly costly to maintain.
Next time I'll go against the family tradition of driving GM vehicles and consider an import.
If anyone were to say to me that they were thinking of buying this type of car, I'd tell them to turn tail and run like the wind.
"Definitely not your father's Oldsmobile" indeed!
I bought a brand 2001 Alero and I am having the same problems with temperature gauge stuck on zero, replaced the front rotors twice and back rotors once, replaced front wheel bearings and very poor gas mileage. I lso have rust problems on the front underside of the hood where the metals meet. After this experience and the dealer's attittude, I am not going to buy another GM vehicle again.
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