About a year ago I pushed my hazard button and it fell back into the dashboard. So now there is a hole there and I cannot use my flashers if needed.

- Slidell, LA, USA

When I first bought this car the backseats were not attached to the car. The dashboard is pealing up all the way and the paint is gone from my gear shift. Both driver side and passenger windows have stopped working. The driver side I had to get fixed for inspection cost about $300. Tires and brakes need replaced constantly. Lights on the dash light up for no apparent reason. Blinkers don't work most of the time and when they do it is this horrible loud clicking noise. Cd player/radio stop working randomly. Ac only works on 3rd setting. Rear defrost does not work at all. Fog lights will not turn on and bulbs are brand new. Trunk will not open with button from inside car or keyless entry. My trunk randomly comes open for no reason and once would not latch to shut for a few days but then randomly latched shut. Car leaks water in the front and back. Recently my car won't start everytime it rains. I took it to an auto place and they ran it through the computer and couldn't find anything. Now it's at a windsheild place because the mechanic says its leaking water into fuse box. Glass place is saying that is not it either. I am at my wits end. It dries out and will start and as soon as it rains will not start. I don't want to pay another mechanic to have this fixed. I see where others have complained about fuses and waters leaks. I have had it towed twice in the last 2 weeks and had $600 worth of work done on my car. I cannot afford to buy a new car. I'm very aggitated that so many people have complained about this car and nothing has been done about it. I even complained to the BBB about the dealership I bought it from to no avail. Why is nothing being done?

- Covington, VA, USA

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

I own a 2000 Oldsmobile Alero, have had no problems so far except the dashboard vinyl peeling up, and the particle on the vinyl backing flake off and recirculate through the car in the A/C. this is a problem with a lot of these cars that I did not notice until now. GM should fix this problem since they used glue that was not strong enough to hold the vinyl down!

- Alapaha, GA, USA

Both doors were leaking in rain and in the car wash. I took it to the dealership where it was still under warranty because I purchased a 100,00 mile bumper to bumper warranty. They could not find the leaks. It continued to do it and still couldn't find the leaks. Now it is leaking so bad that both back floor boards have standing water in them after a hard rain. They are also now water damaged.

- Lincoln, IL, USA

The vinyl on my car is falling off the dashboard and the side panels of my vehicle. These are common problems with Oldsmobile Alero, of which GM takes little responsibility. There should have been a recall on this due to all the numbers of complaints. It is impairing my visibility while driving. I contacted victoria at GM, case #1-358478228 - the best she could do for me was 30% off the repair price of $1,900, which would still equal $1,330 + tax. This is unacceptable - it's probably more than the car is worth at this point due to the defect in workmanship. I then contacted david at symdom Chevrolet, but he was not able to get any more satisfaction from GM. I then contacted brian at burtness Chevrolet. He spoke to his rep, but I still have had no response from his rep. I don't feel this is an expense I should have to pay for even though it's out of warranty. It's an obvious defect on that particular color and type of vinyl/leather. The other colors of the vinyl/leather are fine. There's hundreds of complaints on the internet - no one that knows would ever by an Alero! the least they could do is take responsibility for it. If this isn't resolved, I don't think our family will continue to buy GM cars - we have 4 in the family right now, and have always bought GM. No wonder GM is having so many problems - there's no customer service.

- Janesville, WI, USA

2000 Oldsmobile Alero motor, ignition, fuel pump and catalytic converter had to be replaced.** answer required***. although the engine was replaced the check engine light remained illuminated. The turn signal don't work. The A/C only work on high. The vehicle shakes while idling. The brake pads have been replaced 2-3 times per year. The brakes were replaced the rotors had to be replaced.

- Norman, OK, USA

There are a number of problems I have had with my 2000 olds Alero gls 4dr. The main concern is the interior dash and door paneling bubbling than eventually starting to come off. My sunroof will not open as well.

- Orange Park, FL, USA

I purchased a 2000 Alero that currently has approximately 52.000 miles on it. Almost overnight, almost a month ago from today, the dashboard vinyl buckled, waved, and started pulling away from the dashboard. At this same time, the turn signals began to intermittently stop working completely. I have found numerous web sites where other Alero owners have had the same issues. I realize that the dashboard is cosmetic and not a safety issue. However, the turn signals are a problem. GM will not recall the Alero even though they have a history of serious defects that have nothing to do with owner neglect. GM should be forced to recall this sad excuse for a car. I'm complaining to you specifically because I feel as though no one else will listen to the hoards of Alero owners with the same problems.

- Collinsville, IL, USA

The leather cover dashboard starting bubbling up in mid spring of 2003. Starting in may the dashboard starting peeling up. It has continually bubbled up towards the steering column and the passenger air bags. It is beyond warranty but we can't get any response from Oldsmobile.

- Cookeville, TN, USA

When it rains, water leaks through the vent and into my vehicle.

- Farmingdale, NY, USA