2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

810

Owner Complaints

23 Crashes 9 Fires

5

Recalls

ACTIVE RECALL

13

Service Bulletins

1

Investigation

Overview of the 2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO

The 2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO has received a total of 810 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 5 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION, FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES, EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS:SWITCH. 13 technical service bulletins have been issued by General Motors, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor (55 complaints), Electrical System (54 complaints), and Exterior Lightinghazard Flashing Warning Lightsswitch (53 complaints).

Recalls for the 2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO

NHTSA has recorded 5 recalls for the 2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO, potentially affecting up to 7,036,816 vehicles.

Recall 14V400000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

| 5,877,718 vehicles affected

Defect: This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on July 3, 2014, that they are recalling 5,877,718 model...

Consequence: If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install two key rings and an insert in the key slot or a cover over the key head on all ignition keys, free of charge. The recall began on September 9, 2014. GM's...

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Recall 07E021000 — FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES

| 742 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, P/NOS. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, AND FP10027-11B1, SOLD AFTER JANUARY 9, 2007, AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE UNIVERSAL PRESSURE REGULATORS (UPR) WERE PRODUCED WITHOUT AN O'RING AND RETAINER.

Consequence: FUEL MAY LEAK, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.

Remedy: DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE UPR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 877-411-8770.

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Recall 03V327000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS:SWITCH

| 670,740 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES HAVE HAZARD WARNING SWITCHES THAT MAY EXPERIENCE SOLDER JOINT CRACKING CAUSED BY RAPID TEMPERATURE TRANSITIONS AND THE SOLDERING PROCESS. IF SOLDER JOINT CRACKING OCCURS AND RESULTS IN AN OPEN CIRCUIT, THE TURN SIGNALS/HAZARD LAMPS BECOME INTERMITTENT OR INOPERATIVE.

Consequence: WHEN THE TURN SIGNALS ARE INOPERATIVE, THE DRIVER CANNOT USE THEM TO SIGNAL INTENT TO TURN THAT COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HAZARD WARNING SWITCH. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 5, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668, OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-630-6537.

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Recall 00V372000 — POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION

| 216 vehicles affected

Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH MANUAL TRANSAXLES (RPO M86) FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 114, "THEFT PROTECTION." WHEN A DRIVER ATTEMPTS TO SHIFT FROM 5TH GEAR TO REVERSE, A SHIFT INHIBITOR CAUSES THE TRANSMISSION TO BE MECHANICALLY IN 4TH GEAR EVEN THOUGH THE SHIFT LEVER INDICATES REVERSE GEAR.

Consequence: IN THIS SITUATION, THE KEY CAN BE REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION WHILE THE TRANSMISSION IS IN A FORWARD GEAR, WHICH IS NOT PERMITTED BY THE STANDARD.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL DISABLE THE 5TH/REVERSE INHIBITOR BY REMOVING A RETAINING PIN AND REPLACE THE SHIFTER ASSEMBLY.

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Recall 00V140000 — STRUCTURE:BODY

| 487,400 vehicles affected

Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: THESE VEHICLES DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE OCCUPANT PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 201, "OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT." THE CONSOLE COVER ON THESE VEHICLES DOES NOT STAY CLOSED WHEN A SPECIFIED VERTICAL LOAD IS APPLIED.

Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE CONSOLE COVER COULD OPEN AND THE COVER OR ITEMS STORED UNDER IT COULD INJURE AN OCCUPANT.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CONSOLE LATCH MECHANISM.

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Owner Complaints for the 2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO

810 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor
Complaints: 55
Electrical System
Complaints: 54 2 Fires
Exterior Lightinghazard Flashing Warning Lightsswitch
Complaints: 53
Engine And Engine Cooling
Complaints: 36
Exterior Lightingturn Signal
Complaints: 36
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisc
Complaints: 31 1 Fire
Visibilitypower Window Devices And Controls
Complaints: 29
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip
Complaints: 23 1 Crash 4 Injuries
Exterior Lighting
Complaints: 22
Exterior Lightinghazard Flashing Warning Lights
Complaints: 19
Service Brakes Hydraulic
Complaints: 19
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline
Complaints: 16
Exterior Lightingturn Signalflasher Unit
Complaints: 15
Tires
Complaints: 14
Air Bags
Complaints: 13 5 Crashes 4 Injuries
Air Bagsfrontal
Complaints: 13 10 Crashes 6 Injuries
Power Trainautomatic Transmission
Complaints: 13
Electrical Systemignitionanti Theftcontrol Module
Complaints: 12 1 Injury
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systemmanifoldheadermufflertail Pipe
Complaints: 12
Exterior Lightingturn Signalswitch
Complaints: 12
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Components
Complaints: 12
Steering
Complaints: 12 1 Crash 1 Fire
Unknown Or Other
Complaints: 12
Structure
Complaints: 11
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling System
Complaints: 9
Vehicle Speed Control
Complaints: 9 1 Fire
Vehicle Speed Controlcruise Control
Complaints: 9
Engine And Engine Coolingengine
Complaints: 8 1 Fire
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryfuel Pump
Complaints: 8
Engine
Complaints: 7 1 Fire
Structurebody
Complaints: 7
Structurebodydoor
Complaints: 7 1 Injury
Electrical Systemhorn
Complaints: 6
Electrical Systemignitionswitch
Complaints: 6
Suspension
Complaints: 6
Wheels
Complaints: 6
Electrical Systemwiringinteriorunder Dash
Complaints: 5
Electronic Stability Control Esc
Complaints: 5
Fuel System Gasoline
Complaints: 5 1 Fire
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscpads
Complaints: 5
Suspensionfront
Complaints: 5 1 Crash 1 Injury
Visibilitywindshield
Complaints: 5
Equipment
Complaints: 4
Exterior Lightinghazard Flashing Warning Lightsunit
Complaints: 4
Fuel System Gasolinedelivery
Complaints: 4
Fuel System Other
Complaints: 4
Interior Lighting
Complaints: 4
Power Train
Complaints: 4
Service Brakes Airdiscrotor
Complaints: 4
Steeringrack And Pinion
Complaints: 4
Suspensionfrontwheel Bearing
Complaints: 4
Electrical Systemwiring
Complaints: 3
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust System
Complaints: 3
Equipmentapplianceair Conditioner
Complaints: 3
Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection System
Complaints: 3
Power Trainaxle Assembly
Complaints: 3
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrum
Complaints: 3 1 Crash 2 Injuries
Steeringhydraulic Power Assist System
Complaints: 3
Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevices
Complaints: 3
Electrical Systemalternatorgeneratorregulator
Complaints: 2
Electrical Systemignition
Complaints: 2
Electrical Systemwiringfront Underhood
Complaints: 2 1 Fire
Exterior Lightingheadlights
Complaints: 2
Exterior Lightingtail Lights
Complaints: 2
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assembly
Complaints: 2
Fuel System Otherstoragefuel Gauge System
Complaints: 2
Fuelpropulsion System
Complaints: 2
Power Trainautomatic Transmissioncontrol Module Tcmpcmtecm
Complaints: 2
Power Trainautomatic Transmissionlever And Linkagefloor Shift
Complaints: 2
Seat Beltsfrontbuckle Assembly
Complaints: 2
Seats
Complaints: 2 1 Crash 1 Injury
Seatsfront Assemblypower Adjust
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes
Complaints: 2 1 Crash
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slipabs Warning Light
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentshoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 2
Structureframe And Membersunderbody Shields
Complaints: 2
Suspensionfrontspringscoil Springs
Complaints: 2
Tirespressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
Complaints: 2
Vehicle Speed Controllinkages
Complaints: 2
Visibility
Complaints: 2
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemfanmotor
Complaints: 2
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemrear Window
Complaints: 2
Visibilityglass Siderear
Complaints: 2
Wheelsrim
Complaints: 2
Air Bagssidewindow
Complaints: 1
Electrical System12v24v48v Battery
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemwiringfuses And Circuit Breakers
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasolinebelts And Associated Pulleys
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlgas Recirculation Valve Egr Valve
Complaints: 1
Equipmentelectricalradiotape Deckcd Etc
Complaints: 1
Equipmentmechanicalaccessory Scissorscrewbottle Jacklift
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingbrake Lightsswitch
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingfog Lights
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingheadlightshighlow Beam Dimmer Switch
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryhoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assemblyfiller Pipe And Cap
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Otherdeliveryfuel Pump
Complaints: 1
Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch
Complaints: 1
Power Traindrivelineconstant Velocity Joint
Complaints: 1
Seat Beltsfront
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 2 Injuries
Seat Beltsfrontretractor
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Seatsfront Assemblyrecliner
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Airantilock
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Airantilockwheel Speed Sensor
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Airdiscpads
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisccaliper
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrumwheel Cylinders
Complaints: 1
Steeringgear Box Other Than Rack And Pinion
Complaints: 1
Steeringhydraulic Power Assisthose Piping And Connections
Complaints: 1
Steeringhydraulic Power Assistpump
Complaints: 1
Structurebodydoorhinge And Attachments
Complaints: 1
Structurebodytrunk Lid
Complaints: 1
Structureframe And Members
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontcontrol Arm
Complaints: 1
Tiressidewall
Complaints: 1
Traction Control System
Complaints: 1
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac System
Complaints: 1
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemheater Core
Complaints: 1
Visibilityrear Window Wiperwasher
Complaints: 1
Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevicesexterior
Complaints: 1
Visibilitysunmoon Roof Assembly
Complaints: 1
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwashermotor
Complaints: 1

Most Recent Complaints

#11287031 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | | 8 miles
I OWN THIS CAR FOR 3 WEEKS ALREADY AND IT STARTS TURN IT OFF WHILE DRIVING I CHANGE SOME SENSOR ALREADY BUT I READ ABOUT THE IGNITION SWITCH, AND I THINK THAT'S THE PROBLEM WITH THE CAR, I DON'T HAVE ANY PHOTO BECAUSE EVERYTHING LOOKS OK FROM THE OUTSIDE OF THE SWITCH, BUT THE INSIDE IDK
#11193311 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | | 158,000 miles
DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, ALL OF THE WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON, THE FUEL GAUGE DROPPED TO EMPTY, THE RPM GAUGE DROPPED TO ZERO, THE THERMOSTAT NEEDLE RAPIDLY FLICKERED UP AND DOWN THEN THE CAR SHUT OFF. THE VEHICLE WON'T START, THE INSTRUMENT GAUGES MOVE BY THEMSELVES WITH NO KEY IN THE IGNITION AND NOW THE CAR HAS ZERO POWER. . THIS CAR HAS BEEN DOING THIS FOR THE PAST 3 MONTHS.
#11193311 | ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) | | 158,000 miles
DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, ALL OF THE WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON, THE FUEL GAUGE DROPPED TO EMPTY, THE RPM GAUGE DROPPED TO ZERO, THE THERMOSTAT NEEDLE RAPIDLY FLICKERED UP AND DOWN THEN THE CAR SHUT OFF. THE VEHICLE WON'T START, THE INSTRUMENT GAUGES MOVE BY THEMSELVES WITH NO KEY IN THE IGNITION AND NOW THE CAR HAS ZERO POWER. . THIS CAR HAS BEEN DOING THIS FOR THE PAST 3 MONTHS.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO. WHILE REVERSING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND TOOK SEVERAL ATTEMPTS TO BE RESTARTED. IN ADDITION, THE ANTI-THEFT WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED BECAUSE THE VEHICLE WAS CONFISCATED BY THE MANUFACTURER. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 163,000.
#11080938 | ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) | | 180,000 miles
THE CAR WILL TURN OVER BUT WONT START. IT'S NOT GETTING SPARK. RAN IT TO TEST CODES. CAME BACK AS TPS. CHANGED IT AND IT ALL WON'T START. WAS TOLD POSSIBLY A RECALL ON THE IGNITION.

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Safety Rating for the 2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO

NHTSA has not yet tested the 2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO

General Motors, LLC has issued 13 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

3082 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS

BLOWN HTR A/C FUSE 10 AMP WITHOUT U2K. *SC

010864018D — VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR

FRONT DOOR WINDOW GLASS WON'T ROLL UP OR OUT OF CHANNEL. *TT

030803 — VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

UNNECESSARY REPLACEMENT OF DOOR WINDOW REGULATORS. *TT *JB

210602 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS

INFORMATION REGARDING THE BRAKE ALIGN KIT. *TT

130601 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER

THIS MESSAGE IS ABOUT CAMPAIGN NUMBER 01028 AND CAMPAIGN NUMBER 01029, GENERATOR LOW VOLTAGE INDICATOR LIGHT PCM REFLASH. *TT

01028 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER

SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CONDITION IN WHICH THE GENERATOR LOW VOLTAGE INDICATOR LIGHT WILL NOT ILLUMINATE UNDER LOW VOLTAGE CONDITIONS. IF THE BATTERY VOLTAGE DROPS LOW ENOUGH, THE ENGINE WILL EVENTUALLY STOP RUNNING OR FAIL TO START. *TT

000089008A — UNKNOWN OR OTHER

SOME CUSTOMERS MAY WANT TO TOW THEIR VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER VEHICLE WITH ALL FOUR TIRES ONT HE GROUND. THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION REGARDING RECREATIONAL (DINGHY) TOWING FOR CERTAIN VEHICLES INCLUDING THE 1996 THROUGH 2000 TOYOTA CAVALIER. *TT

010604026 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

SERVICE MANUAL UPDATE ISSUED TO REVISE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0461 FUEL LEVEL SENSOR PERFORMANCE DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE IN THE ENGINE CONTROLS. *TT

200301 — STRUCTURE:BODY

INFORMATION UPDATE ON THE SUBJECT OF SCRAPING, GRINDING, BRAKE OR BEARING LIKE NOISE FROM THE FRONT TIRE AREA. *TT

00091 — POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY

INFORMATION ON REPLACING THE MANUAL TRANSAXLE SHIFTER. *TT

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NHTSA Investigations for the 2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO

NHTSA has opened 1 investigation into potential safety defects in the 2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO.

Investigation RQ04005 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS:SWITCH Closed

Opened:

TURN SIGNAL FAILURES

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