2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO
5 recalls, 810 complaints - 427 TSBs
14V400000 Jul 3, 2014
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
Defect Description
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 agen... Read more
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 number for this recall is 14350.
07E021000 Mar 12, 2007
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES
Defect Description
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.
03V327000 Aug 28, 2003
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS:SWITCH
Defect Description
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.
00V372000 Nov 13, 2000
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Defect Description
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 EV... Read more
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.
00V140000 May 18, 2000
STRUCTURE:BODY
Defect Description
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.
Complaint Statistics
810 total complaints
23 crashes 9 fires 22 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR | 55 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 54 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS:SWITCH | 53 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 36 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL | 36 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC | 31 |
| VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS | 29 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP | 23 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 22 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 19 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 5, 2019
Incident date: Nov 28, 2019
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
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 2, 2019
Incident date: Mar 31, 2019
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... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Apr 2, 2019
Incident date: Mar 31, 2019
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... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE
Jun 22, 2018
Incident date: Feb 8, 2018
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 C... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Mar 22, 2018
Incident date: Mar 9, 2018
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.
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Mar 22, 2018
Incident date: Mar 9, 2018
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.
STEERING
Aug 18, 2017
Incident date: Aug 8, 2017
KEY GETS STUCK IN IGNITION NOW I CAN'T EVEN TURN THE CAR ON TO TAKE IT TO DEALERSHIP TO HAVE RECALL TAKEN CARE OF- BEEPING WILL NOT STOP WHEN KEY IS REMOVED AND CAR BATTERY DRAINED. KEY ALSO GETS HOT WHEN IN IGNITION
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 4, 2017
Incident date: Jun 27, 2017
TAKATA RECALL, FOLLOWUP AND CONCERN. TODAY IS I WANT TO GREET EVERY ONE A HAPPY 4 OF JULY. CELEBRATING THAT WE WANT PEOPLE OF UNITED STATES ARE SAFE AND NO ONE GET INJURED DUE COMPANY AND MANUFACTURER BRANCH OF SERVICES NEGLECTING TO DO THE ORDER OF NHTSA RECALL AND SOME OWNERS COMPLAINED ABOUT THE ... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jul 4, 2017
Incident date: Jun 27, 2017
TAKATA RECALL, FOLLOWUP AND CONCERN. TODAY IS I WANT TO GREET EVERY ONE A HAPPY 4 OF JULY. CELEBRATING THAT WE WANT PEOPLE OF UNITED STATES ARE SAFE AND NO ONE GET INJURED DUE COMPANY AND MANUFACTURER BRANCH OF SERVICES NEGLECTING TO DO THE ORDER OF NHTSA RECALL AND SOME OWNERS COMPLAINED ABOUT THE ... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jun 30, 2017
Incident date: Jun 27, 2017
TAKATA RECALL, SINCE THE CAR HAS A IGNITION PROBLEM AND IT IS AT THE PUTNAM GM BURLINGAME TILL NOW THEY DON'T DO ANY OF RECALL EVEN DIAGNOSE THE CAR AND THEY WANT ME TO REMOVE IT NOW OR I HAVE TO PAY TO FIX IT DIFFERENT FROM THE MANUFACTURE CUSTOMER SERVICE SAYS LAST TUESDAY WHEN I TOW THAT CAR TO ... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 30, 2017
Incident date: Jun 27, 2017
TAKATA RECALL, SINCE THE CAR HAS A IGNITION PROBLEM AND IT IS AT THE PUTNAM GM BURLINGAME TILL NOW THEY DON'T DO ANY OF RECALL EVEN DIAGNOSE THE CAR AND THEY WANT ME TO REMOVE IT NOW OR I HAVE TO PAY TO FIX IT DIFFERENT FROM THE MANUFACTURE CUSTOMER SERVICE SAYS LAST TUESDAY WHEN I TOW THAT CAR TO ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 30, 2017
Incident date: Jun 27, 2017
TAKATA RECALL, SINCE THE CAR HAS A IGNITION PROBLEM AND IT IS AT THE PUTNAM GM BURLINGAME TILL NOW THEY DON'T DO ANY OF RECALL EVEN DIAGNOSE THE CAR AND THEY WANT ME TO REMOVE IT NOW OR I HAVE TO PAY TO FIX IT DIFFERENT FROM THE MANUFACTURE CUSTOMER SERVICE SAYS LAST TUESDAY WHEN I TOW THAT CAR TO ... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
Sep 16, 2016
Incident date: Jul 20, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE LEFT AND RIGHT TURN SIGNALS FLICKERED VERY FAST. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 33,000.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
Aug 15, 2016
Incident date: Aug 15, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS AND ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A LEFT TURN, THE DRIVER SIDE TURN SIGNAL FAILED TO OPERATE AS INTENDED. WHEN THE CONTACT MANIPULATED THE TURN SIGNAL LEVER, THE TURN SIGNAL WOULD OPERATE NORMALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPA... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jun 29, 2016
Incident date: Jun 28, 2016
THIS IS ABOUT MY 2000 ALERO WHICH I GOT IN JUNE 04 2015 .!! WHY THERE WAS NEVER A RECALL ON THIS I WILL NEVER KNOW !!! BUT YOU CAR BE DRIVING DOWN A CITY STREET AND ALL AT ONCE THE CAR WILL STOP NO WARNING AT ALL , DO YOU KNOW HOW SCARED THAT MAKES ME !!!! WHAT IF I'M ON THE HIGHWAY AND I'M IN FRONT... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
May 21, 2016
Incident date: Dec 1, 2015
THE TURN SIGNALS WORK PART TIME, SOME TIMES THEY DO, AND OTHER TIMES THEY WON'T WORK AT ALL, I'VE CHECK FOR RECALLS ON THIS PROBLEM WITH THE BLINKERS BUT MY VIN NUMBER IS NOT LISTED ON THE RECALL LIST FOR 2000 OLD'S ALERO BUT OTHER ARE. ON THE STREET.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 10, 2016
Incident date: Sep 15, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE DRIVER SIDE TURN SIGNAL FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO ACTIVATE THE PASSENGER SIDE TURN SIGNAL AND HAZARD LIGHTS, BUT WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. THE FAILURE RECURRED OFTEN. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER. THE MAN... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Mar 10, 2016
Incident date: Sep 15, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE DRIVER SIDE TURN SIGNAL FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO ACTIVATE THE PASSENGER SIDE TURN SIGNAL AND HAZARD LIGHTS, BUT WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. THE FAILURE RECURRED OFTEN. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER. THE MAN... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Nov 12, 2015
Incident date: Nov 10, 2015
WHILE DRIVING MY 2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO WITH MY KIDS IN THE CAR THE STEERING LOCKED UP AND STARTED MAKING LOUND BANGING NOISES FROM THE UNDER CARRIAGE THEN I COULD NOT MAKE A LEFT TURN. I ALMOST GOT HIT HEAD ON AND HAD TO PULL OVER AND HAVE THE VEHICLE TOWED TO A SHOP. THE MECHANIC LOOKED AT THE RACK... Read more
AIR BAGS
Oct 13, 2015
Incident date: Aug 25, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE COVER OF THE FRONTAL PASSENGER AIR BAG WAS LIFTED ON ONE OF THE CORNERS APPROXIMATELY A HALF OF AN INCH. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE COVER OF THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONTAL AIR BAG PROGRESSIVELY STARTED TO L... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Sep 29, 2015
Incident date: Oct 15, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V400000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED INTERMITTENTLY. AFTER ONE ATTEMPT, THE VEHICLE RESTARTED. THE FAILURE RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE VEHI... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
Sep 11, 2015
Incident date: Sep 25, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO. WHILE DRIVING AT 35 MPH, BOTH TURN SIGNALS WERE ACTIVATED BUT FAILED TO FUNCTION. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT WAS AWARE OF NHTSA CAMPAIG... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Sep 11, 2015
Incident date: Sep 25, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO. WHILE DRIVING AT 35 MPH, BOTH TURN SIGNALS WERE ACTIVATED BUT FAILED TO FUNCTION. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT WAS AWARE OF NHTSA CAMPAIG... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Sep 2, 2015
Incident date: Aug 23, 2015
KEY TURNING CAR ON IN IGNITION GETS JAMMED AND FINALLY TURNS AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS BUT NOW CAR TRIES TO TURN OVER BUT WON'T START. ONLY HAVE ONE KEY. ALSO TURN SIGNAL SWITCH WORKS INTERMITTENTLY AND I HAVE TO TURN ON HAZARDS TO GET TO OPERATE . CENTER CONSOLE DOOR LOOSE. IGNITION KEY RECALL 14350, ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Sep 2, 2015
Incident date: Aug 23, 2015
KEY TURNING CAR ON IN IGNITION GETS JAMMED AND FINALLY TURNS AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS BUT NOW CAR TRIES TO TURN OVER BUT WON'T START. ONLY HAVE ONE KEY. ALSO TURN SIGNAL SWITCH WORKS INTERMITTENTLY AND I HAVE TO TURN ON HAZARDS TO GET TO OPERATE . CENTER CONSOLE DOOR LOOSE. IGNITION KEY RECALL 14350, ... Read more
ENGINE
Sep 2, 2015
Incident date: Aug 23, 2015
KEY TURNING CAR ON IN IGNITION GETS JAMMED AND FINALLY TURNS AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS BUT NOW CAR TRIES TO TURN OVER BUT WON'T START. ONLY HAVE ONE KEY. ALSO TURN SIGNAL SWITCH WORKS INTERMITTENTLY AND I HAVE TO TURN ON HAZARDS TO GET TO OPERATE . CENTER CONSOLE DOOR LOOSE. IGNITION KEY RECALL 14350, ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 30, 2015
Incident date: Mar 15, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V400000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM), THE IGNITION KEY FAILED TO SHUT OFF THE VEHICLE ON TWO OCCASIONS. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHIN THIRTY DAYS OF THE... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jul 23, 2015
Incident date: Jul 17, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO. WHILE DRIVING AT 15 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE FRONT OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED, BUT FAILED TO INFLATE. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED NECK AND RIGHT KNEE INJURIES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEH... Read more
Crash
1 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 29, 2015
Incident date: Oct 10, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SECURITY WARNING LIGHT FLASHED SEVERAL TIMES AND, ON SOME OCCASIONS, REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THERE WAS DIFFICULTY GETTING THE KEY TO TURN OVER TO START THE VEHICLE MONTHS BEFORE RECEIVING THE RECALL NOTIFIC... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 17, 2015
Incident date: Mar 17, 2015
NEED TO NO IF THIS RECALL NEEDS TO BE DONE. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 10, 2015
Incident date: Mar 10, 2015
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V400000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACT... Read more
STEERING
Mar 6, 2015
Incident date: Mar 4, 2015
WHILE DRIVING IN ICY CONDITIONS, I MOMENTARILY LOST TRACTION. THE POWER TO THE ENGINE IMMEDIATELY SHUT OFF, CAUSING ME TO LOSE POWER STEERING AND BRAKES. MY CAR SPUN ABOUT THREE TIMES, AND I FINALLY CAME TO A STOP FACING TRAFFIC. THANKFULLY, THE ROAD WAS EMPTY, SO I WAS NOT INJURED. I AM ESPECIALLY ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 6, 2015
Incident date: Mar 4, 2015
WHILE DRIVING IN ICY CONDITIONS, I MOMENTARILY LOST TRACTION. THE POWER TO THE ENGINE IMMEDIATELY SHUT OFF, CAUSING ME TO LOSE POWER STEERING AND BRAKES. MY CAR SPUN ABOUT THREE TIMES, AND I FINALLY CAME TO A STOP FACING TRAFFIC. THANKFULLY, THE ROAD WAS EMPTY, SO I WAS NOT INJURED. I AM ESPECIALLY ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Mar 6, 2015
Incident date: Mar 4, 2015
WHILE DRIVING IN ICY CONDITIONS, I MOMENTARILY LOST TRACTION. THE POWER TO THE ENGINE IMMEDIATELY SHUT OFF, CAUSING ME TO LOSE POWER STEERING AND BRAKES. MY CAR SPUN ABOUT THREE TIMES, AND I FINALLY CAME TO A STOP FACING TRAFFIC. THANKFULLY, THE ROAD WAS EMPTY, SO I WAS NOT INJURED. I AM ESPECIALLY ... Read more
STEERING
Feb 9, 2015
Incident date: Jan 30, 2015
DRIVING ON A GRAVEL ROAD AT 30 MILES PER HOUR WHEN STEERING AND BRAKES DID NOT WORK WENT IN THE DITCH JUST ABOUT FLIPPED THE CAR THE INS COMPANY SAID TO BAD CAN NOT DO NOTHING THE RECALL ENDED THAT NIGHT TO LATE. *TR
Crash
AIR BAGS
Feb 9, 2015
Incident date: Jan 30, 2015
DRIVING ON A GRAVEL ROAD AT 30 MILES PER HOUR WHEN STEERING AND BRAKES DID NOT WORK WENT IN THE DITCH JUST ABOUT FLIPPED THE CAR THE INS COMPANY SAID TO BAD CAN NOT DO NOTHING THE RECALL ENDED THAT NIGHT TO LATE. *TR
Crash
SERVICE BRAKES
Feb 9, 2015
Incident date: Jan 30, 2015
DRIVING ON A GRAVEL ROAD AT 30 MILES PER HOUR WHEN STEERING AND BRAKES DID NOT WORK WENT IN THE DITCH JUST ABOUT FLIPPED THE CAR THE INS COMPANY SAID TO BAD CAN NOT DO NOTHING THE RECALL ENDED THAT NIGHT TO LATE. *TR
Crash
ENGINE
Jan 11, 2015
Incident date: Jan 8, 2013
THE GM PASSKEY 2 SECURITY FEATURE ACTS UP CONSTANTLY ON THESE CARS INCLUDING THE INTRIGUE, MALIBU, CADILLAC. THE SECURITY LIGHT COMES ON AND DISABLES THE VEHICLE AND A 40 MINUTE RELEARN PROCEDURE MUST BE COMPLETED EACH TIME. HAPPENS TO MY VEHICLE 2-4 TIMES A WEEK. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jan 11, 2015
Incident date: Jan 8, 2013
THE GM PASSKEY 2 SECURITY FEATURE ACTS UP CONSTANTLY ON THESE CARS INCLUDING THE INTRIGUE, MALIBU, CADILLAC. THE SECURITY LIGHT COMES ON AND DISABLES THE VEHICLE AND A 40 MINUTE RELEARN PROCEDURE MUST BE COMPLETED EACH TIME. HAPPENS TO MY VEHICLE 2-4 TIMES A WEEK. *TR
STEERING
Nov 20, 2014
Incident date: Oct 31, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, THE STEERING COLUMN FRACTURED OFF THE FRAME. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRAME RUSTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. T... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Nov 17, 2014
Incident date: Nov 1, 2004
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE KEY EJECTED FROM THE IGNITION SWITCH INADVERTENTLY. ALSO, THE IGNITION SWITCH WOULD TURN TO THE OFF POSITION AND THE VEHICLE STALLED MULTIPLE TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THA... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 6, 2014
Incident date: Oct 23, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE SECURITY WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED ACCORDING TO NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V400000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 17, 2014
Incident date: Sep 1, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN N... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 15, 2014
Incident date: Oct 15, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V400000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MAN... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Oct 14, 2014
Incident date: May 1, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE FROM A STOP, THE VEHICLE HESITATED TO RESPOND. THE FAILURE OCCURRED PREVIOUSLY WHILE IN REVERSE. THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS INTERMITTENT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO WAS UNABLE TO DU... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
Oct 14, 2014
Incident date: Mar 5, 2005
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE TURN AND HAZARD SIGNALS MALFUNCTIONED INTERMITTENTLY. THE FAILURE OCCURRED MULTIPLE TIMES. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED ACCORDING TO NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 03V327000 (EXTERIOR LIGHTING). THE VEHICLE W... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS
Oct 14, 2014
Incident date: Mar 5, 2005
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE TURN AND HAZARD SIGNALS MALFUNCTIONED INTERMITTENTLY. THE FAILURE OCCURRED MULTIPLE TIMES. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED ACCORDING TO NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 03V327000 (EXTERIOR LIGHTING). THE VEHICLE W... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE
Oct 10, 2014
Incident date: Feb 26, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH AND GOING OVER A BUMP, THE VEHICLE STALLED AS THE SECURITY WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO RESTART AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS. THE VE... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 10, 2014
Incident date: Feb 26, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH AND GOING OVER A BUMP, THE VEHICLE STALLED AS THE SECURITY WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO RESTART AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS. THE VE... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS
Oct 9, 2014
Incident date: Oct 10, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE SIGNAL AND HAZARD LIGHTS BECAME INOPERABLE. THE FAILURE RECURRED MULTIPLE TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO LOCATE THE FAILURE. ... Read more
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EPA Fuel Economy, 2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 19.0 | 28.0 | 23.0 | Regular | $2,650 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 19.0 | 28.0 | 23.0 | Regular | $2,650 |
| 3.4L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 17.0 | 29.0 | 21.0 | Regular | $2,950 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO
427 manufacturer communications from 325 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 41 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 28 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 27 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 23 |
| 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL | 21 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 20 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 19 |
| 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) | 15 |
16-NA-383
Mar 13, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels shou
22-NA-074
Feb 22, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
PI1394B
Jan 12, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
PI1394B
Jan 12, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
PIP5601B
Jan 12, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vibration complaints that are one of the most challenging complaints to accurately diagnose and repair. Technician will need to use Pico Oscilloscope Di
17-NA-170
Oct 6, 2023
200000 WHEELS
This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.
PIT5099G
Sep 26, 2023
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have hi
18-NA-073
Aug 24, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist service personnel as a guideline to perform necessary engine repairs and prevent unnecessary engine replacement.
PIP5628G
Aug 10, 2023
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
PIP5358C
Jul 18, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. Technician should get record a sound clip or take a video of the
17-NA-170
Apr 27, 2023
200000 WHEELS
This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.
PIP5628F
Apr 24, 2023
061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
22-NA-009
Mar 17, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
17-NA-073
Feb 21, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
01-08-42-001O
Feb 15, 2023
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
PIP5628E
Feb 10, 2023
353720 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ACCESSORY GENERATOR:OUTLETS/RECEPTACLE
This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
PIP5540J
Dec 15, 2022
138220 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT
This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the ice to melt so that it can be drained from the related component
22-NA-074
Nov 9, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
PIC5453D
Sep 30, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors and General Motors of Canada Company do not support cross border sales. The General Motors of Canada Customer Care Centre is the sole auth
22-NA-009
Sep 14, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
PIP5640A
Sep 1, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician to not remove the torque converter bolts and start the engine as this may cause damage to the torque converter of the crankshaft on vehicles equipped with an
22-NA-009
Jun 15, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
PIT5099F
Jun 13, 2022
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have hi
PIP5358B
May 31, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. Technician should get record a sound clip or take a video of the
22-NA-074
Mar 31, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
22-NA-009
Mar 22, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
PIP4723F
Jan 14, 2022
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and
PIP4723F
Jan 14, 2022
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and
22NA009
Jan 11, 2022
061520 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:FILTER/SCREEN
This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
PIP5628E
Dec 14, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
PIT3099U
Aug 11, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about installing General Motors Accessory parts/kits. Technicians should refer to Service Information for information regarding most accessories. Technician
010842001N
Jun 21, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
010842001N
Jun 21, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
010842001N
Jun 21, 2021
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
PIP5358A
May 12, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. Technician should get record a sound clip or take a video of the
PIP5358A
May 12, 2021
160000 STRUCTURE
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. Technician should get record a sound clip or take a video of the
PIP5640A
Apr 12, 2021
200000 WHEELS
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician to not remove the torque converter bolts and start the engine as this may cause damage to the torque converter of the crankshaft on vehicles equipped with an
18NA099
Mar 30, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
PIP5163E
Mar 30, 2021
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible cause of engine oil consumption, misfire, cylinder leakage or blo
PIP5540G
Mar 22, 2021
061560 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:PRESSURE/TEMPERATURE SENSOR
This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the ice to melt so that it can be drained from the related component
PIP5725A
Mar 19, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary information communicates the use of Winter grade fuel during the warm months of 2020 and the potential rivability issues that it can cause. The ongoing Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has caused significant reductions in
PIP5628C
Oct 8, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
18NA099
Aug 5, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
PIP5226D
Jul 27, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about finding needle bearings during an oil change. Technician will gain access to the roller rockers to inspect them. Only replace the roller rocker that is
PIP5226D
Jul 27, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about finding needle bearings during an oil change. Technician will gain access to the roller rockers to inspect them. Only replace the roller rocker that is
PIT5099E
Jul 27, 2020
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have hi
PIC5453D
Jul 22, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors and General Motors of Canada Company do not support cross border sales. The General Motors of Canada Customer Care Centre is the sole auth
PIC5453D
Jul 22, 2020
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors and General Motors of Canada Company do not support cross border sales. The General Motors of Canada Customer Care Centre is the sole auth
PIC5453C
Jun 5, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors and General Motors of Canada Company do not support cross border sales. The General Motors of Canada Customer Care Centre is the sole auth
PIP5628B
May 21, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
16NA383
May 8, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels shou
16NA383
May 8, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels shou
16NA383
May 8, 2020
073000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels shou
PIP5725
May 8, 2020
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This Preliminary information communicates the use of Winter grade fuel during the warm months of 2020 and the potential rivability issues that it can cause. The ongoing Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has caused significant reductions in
PIT3099T
Feb 4, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about installing General Motors Accessory parts/kits. Technicians should refer to Service Information for information regarding most accessories. Technician
PIP4723D
Jan 31, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and
PIP5540F
Jan 14, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the ice to melt so that it can be drained from the related component
16NA383
Jan 2, 2020
073000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
This informational bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels
16NA383
Jan 2, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This informational bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels
16NA383
Jan 2, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This informational bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels
19NA273
Dec 2, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Procedures to Unlock Delco Radio with Theftlock.
19NA273
Dec 2, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Procedures to Unlock Delco Radio with Theftlock.
PIC4696E
Nov 22, 2019
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce
PIC4696E
Nov 22, 2019
353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce
010842001M
Nov 12, 2019
120000 LIGHTING (PWS)
This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Replacement Guidelines.
010842001M
Nov 12, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Replacement Guidelines.
010842001M
Nov 12, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Replacement Guidelines.
PIP5540E
Oct 14, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the ice to melt so that it can be drained from the related component
PIP5601A
Oct 10, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vibration complaints that are one of the most challenging complaints to accurately diagnose and repair. Technician will need to use Pico Oscilloscope Di
17NA073
Sep 18, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
150844001J
Sep 11, 2019
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This informational bulletin provides information for the GM of Canada OnStar Cellular Communication Upgrade to 3G/4G LTE for vehicles that may need an upgrade.
PIC4696D
Sep 5, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce
PIT3099S
Sep 5, 2019
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about installing General Motors Accessory parts/kits. Technicians should refer to Service Information for information regarding most accessories. Technician
PIT3099R
Jul 10, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about installing General Motors Accessory parts/kits. Technicians should refer to Service Information for information regarding most accessories. Technician
16NA383
May 21, 2019
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
This informational bulletin advises of a new fuel injection kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves, and explains how toptier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build up.
PIP5640
May 7, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician to not remove the torque converter bolts and start the engine as this may cause damage to the torque converter of the crankshaft on vehicles equipped with an
PIP5226C
May 6, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about finding needle bearings during an oil change. Technician will gain access to the roller rockers to inspect them. Only replace the roller rocker that is
PIP5226C
May 6, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about finding needle bearings during an oil change. Technician will gain access to the roller rockers to inspect them. Only replace the roller rocker that is
PIP5540D
Feb 19, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the ice to melt so that it can be drained from the related component
PIP5628
Feb 18, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
17NA073
Feb 15, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
010842001L
Dec 13, 2018
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Replacement Guidelines.
PIP5540B
Dec 6, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the ice to melt so that it can be drained from the related component
PIP4925B
Dec 3, 2018
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
This preliminary information document communicates a tip on the way to diagnose possible induction or exhaust air leaks using the evaporative emission cart smoke machine and ultrasonic leak detector tools.
PIP5601
Oct 23, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary information communicates
PIT5099D
Oct 10, 2018
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have hi
PIP5163D
Aug 8, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible cause of engine oil consumption, misfire, cylinder leakage or blo
PIT5099C
Jun 20, 2018
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have hi
PIC4696C
May 31, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco Theft Lock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock c
PIC4696C
May 31, 2018
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco Theft Lock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock c
PIC4696C
May 31, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco Theft Lock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock c
PIT5399A
May 23, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about connectivity concerns when connecting an Apple device via USB cord. Technician should insure the customer is using an original equipment manufacturer Ap
PIT5399A
May 23, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about connectivity concerns when connecting an Apple device via USB cord. Technician should insure the customer is using an original equipment manufacturer Ap
PIP5226B
Jan 25, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about finding needle bearings during an oil change. Technician will gain access to the roller rockers to inspect them. Only replace the roller rocker that is
PIP5540A
Jan 18, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the ice to melt so that it can be drained from the related component
PIP5540
Jan 4, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the ice to melt so that it can be drained from the related component
PIC3100F
Nov 7, 2017
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle's odometer appears to be inaccurate relative to a known distance traveled. Technician should obtain a hand-held GPS unit to test the odomete
PIP4723C
Sep 20, 2017
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and
PIP4723C
Sep 20, 2017
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and
PIP4723C
Sep 20, 2017
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and
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OLDSMOBILE ALERO - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the OLDSMOBILE ALERO across all model years (1999, 2004).
21
Total Recalls
2,939
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
126
Reported Crashes
44
Reported Fires
7
Reported Deaths