My 2000 Oldsmobile Alero has had serious problems with it since purchasing it in June of 2002. To date, I have had to replace my waterpump, intake manifold gasket, tires, brakes and rotors consistently (three or more times ayear). The most recent problem is my gas gauge will indicate that I have 1/4 tank and to my surprise the car will not start unless more fuel is added. The engine also sounds rough, I have both service engine lights on, along with my low tire pressure, anti lock brake light on and I have new tires, replaced a gas cap, and the lights went off, but then come back on. I am also positive that my car will not pass inspection. The cosmetic defects are that of the dash board starting to peel and come loose. I have read up on that GM responded to a problem with all 2000 Oldsmobile Alero about the gas problem and I contacted the dealer dorschel and spoke with service manager lou, GM agreed to add a different filter so that the gas was draining back into the tank, it was also mentioned in the article that dealers could be fined thousands of dollars daily if not complied with, but because it was not an actual recall, the dealer denied my request to fix. After reading the multiple complaints about these vehicles, I am shocked that they have not been recalled, the should be as they are not safe cars in my opinion. I am challenging you to take a ride in my car with your family and see if you feel safe, because not only am I out 13,000 that I paid for the car, but also if I have to estimate probably another 6,000 in repairs. That is ridiculous. I expect a written response from your office within 30 days of what you intend to do to investigate these problems. Not only read my letter, but you should google in 2000 Oldsmobile Alero and see the disgust of performance people are complaining of.

- Nunda, NY, USA

The front brakes were worn out at 41,944 miles for the first time. The rotors were turned & the pads replaced. The brake repair lasted only 12,296 miles ( this was 296 miles out of warranty) when I was told the rotors were warped again & the pads needed to be replaced. Of course this is "normal wear" that the extended warranty does not cover. I had to pay out of pocket twice for the entire repair. After finding the tsb reports, I feel the rotors should have been replaced. Since reading the numerous complaints covering the past several years on the brakes of this vehicle, I fear the brakes may fail with out any type of warning. What will it take & how long will it be before the NHTSA forces GM to issue a recall on the brakes?!

- Lawrenceville, GA, USA

I own a 2000 Oldsmobile Alero. At 2 years old and 22, xxx miles the rotors became out of round causing the steering wheel to shake violently upon depressing the brake pedal. The manufacturer opted to resurface the rotors. At 3 years and 34, xxx miles the rotors again became out of round. Again causing the steering wheel to shake upon depressing the brake pedal. This time, with the vehicle out of its 3 year manufacturers warranty, the manufacturer opted to resurface the rotors at my cost. The dealer refused to replace or repair the defective rotors. The problem was not fixed the first time and the rotors obviously should have been replaced. Has there been other complaints filed on behalf of the Alero and defective rotors" what should I do next"

- O'fallon, MO, USA

The brake rotors turned twice and replaced once. This caused the brake pads to have to be replaced. The drivers door automatic window motor had to be replaced twice and now the passenger door window was doing the same thing. The interior light fell out and had to be put back in. The sun visor came loose and had to be tightened again. The cd player had to be replaced. A backlash of electricity caused a fuse to be replaced. The car died on a highway and towed to the dealership. The intact manifold leaked, it was tightened up and one month later the same problem happened again. The drivers side seat belt did not detract automatically.

- Mckinney, TX, USA