Engine Turns Over But Won't Start
2001 Oldsmobile Alero (Page 1 of 3)
This problem may be covered under warranty. Ask your Oldsmobile dealer.

7.6
pretty bad- Typical Repair Cost:
- $360
- Average Mileage:
- 111,200 miles
- Total Complaints:
- 49 complaints
Most Common Solutions:
- not sure (25 reports)
- passlock problem (10 reports)
- turn key to on position wait ten minutes and start (7 reports)
- no one seems to know. maybe the security code in the key (2 reports)
- replace body control unit (1 reports)
- replace the fuel pump (1 reports)

electrical problem
Helpful websites
- Just Replace The Ignition Switch - Video showing and explaining how and why the ignition switch must be replaced.
A D V E R T I S E M E N T S
I have an issue with the car turning over periodically. I try to start it occassionally and it simply will never turn over and start.. If I try again, the second attempt is usually successful. I've taken to have it fixed. The dealdership thought that they addressed the problem, but after my $250 repair, the problem is back again. Of course I took it back to them and it works everytime that they start it. It's getting progresively worst so I'm afraid that my 2nd attempt to start it might not work in the near future.
I'm going to take it back again to the shop. Since it's happening more often now, maybe they can reproduce the problem and figure out what's going on.
I've had my 2001 olds alero since 2001. When I bought it there was only 10k miles on the odometer. I've maintained the care very well over those years and believe' there's still life left in her yet. I've only had one other issue in the past when it would not start which did have to do with the security system. That time is cost me $500 to address.
Good luck to all who have the issue with getting it to start. I agree, it seems to be a common problem in which a recall should be issued.
- Chris A., Powder Springs, GA, US