NHTSA — Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip Problems

1999 Oldsmobile Alero (Page 2 of 2)

10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
2 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 1
Average Mileage:
6,124 miles

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1999 Oldsmobile Alero brakes problems

brakes problem

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1999 Oldsmobile Alero Owner Comments (Page 2 of 2)

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problem #9

Mar 082000

Alero

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

This problem was found by my husband on each occurance, I am scared for our safety and the safty of others because I never would have known this if my husband did not stay right on top of things. This is very dangerous for consumers and others because I feel that if the brakes fail due to this problem some innocent persons can seriously get hurt along with our own family. Please E-mail me back regarding this matter so maybe the lifes of others can be secure.

- Bristol, PA, USA

problem #8

Aug 192000

Alero

  • miles
While aplying brakes pedal would slowly go to the floor if you pumped it it would come back and pedal presure felt mushy. While gotng down a hill, pedal went to the floor. Took to GMC dealer and he said brake fluid was contaminated and warranty wouldnt cover repairs. It cost 2100$ to fix it this car has only been seviced at GMC dealers brake fluid had a greenish couler to it.insurance adjuster took a sample idont no the results of it.

- Ft Myers Beach, FL, USA

problem #7

Jul 252000

(reported on)

Alero

  • miles
Each and everytime I step on the brakes I fear losing control. Whenever I step on the brakes the car begins to shake or pulsate or both, at times it becomes really hard to stop. (my emergency brakes are not in working order as well) I made two attempts going on a third to resolve this problem (plates were recut by dealer) but with no success I'm forced to make an offical complaint. I believe this failure to produce/maintain a safe vechile is both the mfg & dealers fault.

- Paterson, NJ, USA

problem #6

May 232000

Alero

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

1)the ABS braking system feels weak and a substantial vibration of the entire steering wheel and front panel of the car occurs when brakes are applied. Car does not stop sufficiently unless brakes are fully depressed. 2)the car has not been able to successfully start multiple times and is currently unable to start. The battery has been checked and is fine. No recharging of battery occurs even after jump-starting and running the engine for a lengthy period of time. 3) left rear door panel has parts that are falling off and loose. 4) parking brakes are weak and fail to prevent rolling on inclines. Additionally, there has been a recall placed on this model for failure to conform to federal/Canada motor vehicle saftey standard 201, "occupant protection in interior impact."

- Rosemead, CA, USA

problem #5

Apr 242000

(reported on)

Alero

  • miles
When consumer applies brakes vehicle pulsates/vibrates and then veers to the right.

- Boynton Beach, FL, USA

problem #4

Aug 131999

Alero

  • miles
The car's brake rotors warp every 1500 miles resulting in a loss of braking. The rotors have been machined and/or replaced on 3 occasions but the problem reoccurs. When braking with the warped rotors, the ABS wheel speed sensors hit the "bad" spot on the rotors and assume a lock-up is emminent. The ABS system then releases pressure on the brakes and braking distance exceeds safe levels.

- Cincinnati, OH, USA

problem #3

Sep 181999

Alero

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Vehicle is being serviced for the third time because the ABS warning light is on again. The first time there was a bad connection with the sensor. The second time there was moisture in the sensor. The current problem has not be detected.

- St Louis, MO, USA

problem #2

Jun 191999

Alero

  • miles
Right front wheel separated while driving due to lugs and hubs coming off vehicle. Also, brake cable was cut and vehicle was without brakes. Dealer/manufacturer notified.

- Flower Mound, TX, USA

problem #1

May 011999

Alero

  • miles
No summary listed for this vehicle.

- Toms River, NJ, USA

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