2001 Oldsmobile Alero GL1 review from North America
"I want my Nissan back!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
1. Chronic brake problems. (Brakes squeal after 30-60 days after replacement, then are silent. This resulted in etched rotors at the last replacement, after which the cycle continues. Brakes and rotors replaced last month are squealing.)
2. Pass-Lock system engages and requires a reset without cause.
3. Blower will not function on low speeds.
4. Driver seat deformed under normal circumstances (normal weight person, normal usage) when car was 2 years old.
5. Labels on radio buttons rubbed off.
6. Driver's side window disengaged from regulator due to shattered clips.
7. Cruise control will not stay engaged.
8. Auxiliary "lighter" falls out of dashboard, used twice.
9. Transmission trouble at 116K miles - undiagnosed at this time. Visible leak at the pan.
10. Rear cup holder assembly will not hold a cup without falling apart.
11. Fuel pump needed to be replaced after 100K miles.
12. Coil housing needed to be replaced after 106K miles.
General comments?
Nice looking, smooth riding car (until recently).
Nice alerts for low washer fluid, low tire pressure, low coolant, and the like. No "Door Ajar" alert, however.
Large trunk, 60/40 fold-down rear seats allow for carrying more than the average family sedan.
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| Never own one again |
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| Very good |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2001 |
| Year of manufacture | 2001 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.4L V4 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 4 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 17000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 116000 miles |
| Previous car | Nissan NX1600 |
| Date of Entry | 11th February, 2007 |