Oldsmobile Alero engine problems

engine problem

9.0

really awful

Typical Repair Cost:

$1,616.00

Average Mileage:

78,724 miles

Number of complaints:

4 complaints

Most common solutions:

  1. replace intake manifold gasket (3 reports)
  2. not sure (1 reports)

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problem #4

2007Aug 28

(reported on)

Alero GL 3.2L, V6

  • Automatic transmission
  • 41,632 miles

Within weeks of buying the car from a used dealership, the low oil light came on frequently. The dealership would not acknowledge a problem. The engine started to tap. After the warranty ran out, then they indicated that antifreeze was leaking into the oil and that the manifold intake gasket would need to be made. Cost was $1000. The lifters were not replaced. A local mechanic indicated that all Aleros will eventually have the same problem. So far, no recall from GM.

oldslemon

Windsor, Ontario, Canada

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problem #3

2007Oct 10

(reported on)

Alero

  • Automatic transmission
  • 83,264 miles

I could put a complaint in every category with this Alero. Absolutely the worst vehicle I have ever owned! Had the engine fixed at a cost of $3,500 about 2 months ago and now the signal lights are not working and the engine light is again on. Brakes have been replaced, mechanism for the automatic windows was replaced, the back window defroster is not working....it is ALWAYS something. It has cost a fortune to keep repairing these problems. I will NEVER buy an Oldsmobile vehicle again.

Tracy M.

Toronto, ON, Canada

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problem #2

2007Jul 25

(reported on)

Alero GL V6

  • Automatic transmission
  • 120,000 miles

At 63,000 my head gasket went out. I did take it to a GM dealer, paid $50 for their review, and drove it down the street to my mechanic. I paid $950 to replace it, and was able to get all but $200 back from GM through their customer service.

One year later, my intake manifold went out. Keep in mind that this was just replaced when my head gasket was replaced. I called GM customer service again, and they wouldn't help me foot the bill this time.

I have 120K on my car now, and it only starts when it feels like it.

Side note: I'm a former, salary GM employee and I will never again buy another GM vehicle. Ever. I know how they are built and it's not with pride or respect. I will be buying a non-GM car this weekend.

nicolenil

Edwardsville, IL, USA

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problem #1

2007Feb 27

(reported on)

Alero 3.2L

  • Automatic transmission
  • 70,000 miles

Extended coverage does not want to cover this. Taking the easy way out. The manufacturer knows there is a flaw with the intake manifold but like all big companies they won't own up to it

ronio

Lawton, OK 73507, USA

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