The brakes and rotors have been replaced twice. The low tire pressure light has literally not turned off since the second year of owning it. The Window-front driver has squeaked since day one and now has scratches imprinted in it and the dealer has no clue why. The check engine light has come on 3 times and each time I bring it in, there is always something different wrong with the car.
I will never buy another Alero, obviously. Nor will I ever buy another Oldsmobile (Thank God they are done making cars). I used to be a positive advocate for GM and their products, but that has changed with this experience.
The 2000 Olds Alero GLS is a poorly made car. I purchased my Alero July of 2003. Within the first month the driver side window went off track. Then over the winter, the passenger side window did the same. August 2004, only at about 32,000 miles the brakes had to be replaced. And the lastest, last week while driving to school, my service engine soon light came on. Turns out one of the pison valves burnt out... great more money into this hunk of junk. Can't wait to get rid of it!!!
Just purchased a 2002 Alero GL 4 cyl. I've been mostly satisfied so far. Impressed with the acceleration considering it's a 4 cylinder. I did have a problem with the driver'side window making a loud click when the window reached the top. The dealership said it was some sort of speed control in the motor that raises and lowers the window. Luckily it was covered under warranty.
It makes an annoying noise when the air conditioner or defroster is on, but the service department didn't find anything wrong so I guess that's just the way this car is.
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