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1999 Oldsmobile Alero (Page 1 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

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1999 Oldsmobile Alero Owner Comments (Page 1 of 2)

problem #29

Aug 012006

Alero 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 89,100 miles

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

: the contact stated while driving at various speeds the ABS and low track lights on the dash board illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer on two occasions where the sensors in the front hubs were replaced. After the repairs, the problem persisted.

- Cheektowaga, NY, USA

problem #28

Aug 162005

Alero 8-cyl Diesel

  • Automatic transmission
  • 88,498 miles
While driving at low speed and applying brake pressure there were no brakes whatsoever. This resulted in an accident. The vehicle skidded, went over small embankment, and struck a tree where it came to a stop, vehicle was towed to the a wrecker service shop. Has not been to a repair shop or dealership. Also, there was no explanation as to why this occurred. In the past there was an issue where on parking on a incline a block had to be placed behind to wheels to keep itfrom rolling.

- Erin, TN, USA

problem #27

Sep 172003

Alero 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
I own a 1999 Oldsmobile Alero with a V-6 3.4 liter engine, and it uses dex-cool. Over the past few months my low coolant light has been coming on and as instructed in my owner's manual I have been replacing the dex-cool/water mixture in the overflow tank. Just recently my ABS light and low track light has come on, and over the weekend I was driving on a highway when my fan belt prematurely broke and stranded me along side of the highway.

- Burnsville, WV, USA

problem #26

Jan 212003

Alero 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles

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

Feel brakes on vehicle are defective requiring multiple repairs as a result. Do not think they are safe even after repaired given the repeat frequency of subsequent repairs. In addition, glass panes on all four side windows have long mechanical scratch marks, which sometimes catch glare of sun/headlights when looking out those windows during lane changes. Scratches appear to be result of defective window housing/mechanicals.

- Frederick, MD, USA

problem #25

Sep 162002

(reported on)

Alero

  • miles
ABS brake ligh illuminates and remains on while vehicle is being driven. Brakes will lock up. Dealer cannot correct problem.

- Snow Hill, NC, USA

problem #24

May 012001

Alero

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
ABS light comes on intermittently. Dealer cannot find cause.

- Jeffersonville, VT, USA

problem #23

May 102001

Alero

  • miles

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

Terrible brake system-very scary family car.

- Belding, MI, USA

problem #22

May 012000

Alero

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
When applying brakes at 40 mph and higher there is vibration. Vehicle has been taken to dealer 4-5 times, no problem was found.

- Houston, TX, USA

problem #21

Apr 022002

Alero

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
When backing up and applying brakes pedal went to the floor, no braking action. Vehicle hit another vehicle. Damage was $ $2500, no injuries.

- Palmer, MA, USA

problem #20

Aug 192001

Alero

  • miles
Battery died @ gas station(6yr/75K repl model)/when rpl'd found acid on ABS module/brake lines under battery.GM case #C05363927-GM won't repair or pay for diag of brake sys or reimburse $75 for battery that was under 2.5 yrs old(label on battery says 6yr-75000 mile battery).multiple occurences noted on NHTSA complaints database lead me to believe GM is aware of problem already.one customer ODI id #868902 had acid eat hole in brake line.other occurences on file already.

- Newnan, GA, USA

problem #19

Mar 202001

Alero

  • miles

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

Parking break does not hold on any slight grade, also ABS light comes on frequently.

- Harbor City, CA, USA

problem #18

Mar 202001

Alero

  • miles
Parking break does not hold on any slight grade, also ABS light comes on frequently.

- Harbor City, CA, USA

problem #17

Jul 062001

Alero

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
ABS senor light and the tracking light have came on simultaneously on three separate occasions, and causing vehicle to be without brakes. Vehicle been into dealer shop on five occasions, and problem still reoccurring. Consumer stated there was a crunching noise from brakes brake booster was relaced, consumer also stated that power steering was noisey.

- Everett, WA, USA

problem #16

Apr 012000

Alero

  • miles
Brakes worn, rotors scored, dealer turned rotors, in August 2000 dealer replaced rotors, now June 2001 brakes and rotors bad again. Dealer says not a problem with car, lucky I'm getting that much use out of the brakes.

- Martinsburg, PA, USA

problem #15

May 012000

Alero

  • miles
Vehicle keeps shaking whenever applying brakes at speeds above 30 mph.

- Povghkeepixe, NY, USA

problem #14

Apr 132001

Alero

  • miles
This is the second time the rotor on the front right side has warped. I had it replaced at around 34000 miles (January 2000) and now, at 63,500 miles, it is needing replacing again. The steering wheel shakes when lightly applying pressure to the brakes at 55-70 mph, the same as what brought me into the dealership the first time around. I am no longer under warranty (3/36) so I will probably have to pay for the replacement (estimate was $270+ from a local shop) for the replacement. There needs to be more investigation on the '99 Alero, maybe even a recall to fix what is causing the problem.

- Front Royal, VA, USA

problem #13

Oct 012000

Alero

  • miles
On fourth set of new rotors, just left shop, problem returns one week! help! car is dangerous! dealer new about it to. No safety defec tlisted.

- Charlottesville, VA, USA

problem #12

Jan 062001

Alero

  • miles
The vehicles brakes failed while driving causing the vehicle to rear end another vehicle and resulted in property damage to both vehicles, the consumer is request reimbursement. Nlm

- Riverside, CA, USA

problem #11

Aug 152000

Alero

  • miles
The brake rotors have been replaced twice @ only 40,000 miles. They are now needing replacement again. This vehicle needs to be recalled and someone needs to find out why the rotors keep warping.

- Summertown, TN, USA

problem #10

Jun 072000

Alero

  • miles
While driving about any speed would steep on brake pedal, but brakes will not work as they should, resulting in extended stopping distance. Also, rotors had to be replaced a couple of times.

- Energy, IL, USA

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