All four of my window regulators have failed within a period of 2 months, I have replaced 3 of the four, the left rear door still has not been replaced do to the cost of parts for this car, in adition, I have had to replace the front calipers, brake pads and rotors on this vehicle 2 times within a period of 1 year, just before the last time I replaced them, my rear calipers went out, they will engage, but will stay locked, only releasing after I drive for about 20 feet or so, I have also experienced problems with the security system activating itself and not allowing me to start the car for at least 10 minutes ( the time it takes the system to recycle itself). In adddition, my door pannels coverings are all coming separated accross the top of of them, again do to the cost, I have failed to replace them. Unfortunatly this happened before I knew that so many people where having problems with the Oldsmobile Alero, so I did not retain the old parts.

- Salt Lake, UT, USA

Consumer called complaining about having problems with brakes and rotors. Also stated that the brakes keep on failing on the vehicle. Dealer was contacted and stated that they can't find anything wrong but the vehicle has been on their shop 6 to 7 times.

- Montvallo, AL, USA

Consumer stated the vehicle would shake through the steering when the brakes were being applied, the front rotors have been replaced 5 times and the brake pads twice due to being out of round, also the ABS light illuminated in the dash, dealer replaced bulb.

- Hyannis, MA, USA

About every 12000 miles consumer has to have the brake pads or rotors replaced due to unusal wear in either part. Contacted dealer.

- Chauvin, LA, USA

Our 2000 Alero was taken to the dealership because there was a squealing and grinding noise with the brakes. After being looked at they told us we needed new brakes and our rotors turned. This is not covered by the warranty beacause it is considered normal wear and tear. Our car has 24250 miles on it. My wife drives the car back and forth to work 2 miles a day. Other than that it is just a pleasure car. I feel there should be a recall on the brake and rotor system before something serious happens.

- Belding, MI, USA

When drivng at 60-65mph and brakes are applied vehicle vibrates, almost causing loss of control.

- San Diego, CA, USA

There was grinding noise in front of vehicle. Took vehicle to dealer, and they replaced front brakes.

- Byron Center, MI, USA

Consumer states vehicle would vibrate and the front wheels would grind when brake are applyed, dealer notified and replace the front rotors and the brake pads. Consumer states brakes made a squeaking noise before grinding. Also, the console cover latch failed.

- Holland, MI, USA

There is pulsation when applying brakes, front rotors have been replaced 4 times due to being warped.*jbconsumer is logging this complaint because practically every 1000 miles consumer is having the rotors and brakes replaced for wear on this vehicle.

- Hudsonville, MI, USA

When coming to a stop brakes pulsate. Took vehicle to a mechanic, and they took off front drivers side wheel and checked the brake pad/ caliper. Mechanic noticed brakes were worn. Brakes had been changed 13000 mile ago.

- Winter Port, MN, USA

When traveling at high speeds front end vibrates violently. Dealer has been contacted. Dealer states because of vibration the rotors warped. Rotors needed to be shaved and brake pads replaced.

- E. Lake, OH, USA

Brakes would make a grinding noise when braking or turning. Took vehicle to dealer, and they stated that wheels were too big for tires. This has been an on-going problem and now the tires are going flat.

- Wexford, PA, USA

I have been having brake problems for the last year and a half. The brakes pulsate under any braking conditions, but at speeds above 50 mph it is extremly bad. The dealer has attempted to fix the problem on six occasions with no success. The first brake replacement they replaced both front rotors and pads. That lasted for about 10,000 miles before needing another repair. After that repair the rotors were resurfaced, which then caused the brakes not only to pulsate but to also make a grinding or moaning noise while stopping. We are now on repair number six and still the problem is not fixed. After speaking with a representative from General Motors and being told that brakes are not a safety concern I am worried about the safety of any GM vehicle. Something needs to be done about the defect of these brakes before someone is injured or killed because GM can't admit fault. The driver side power window has stopped working on two occasions the first being on 12/10/2001 then again on 02/06/2002. On both occasions the motor had to be replaced. No further problems with this as of yet.

- Amelia, OH, USA

I have been having brake problems for the last year and a half. The brakes pulsate under any braking conditions, but at speeds above 50 mph it is extremly bad. The dealer has attempted to fix the problem on six occasions with no success. The first brake replacement they replaced both front rotors and pads. That lasted for about 10,000 miles before needing another repair. After that repair the rotors were resurfaced, which then caused the brakes not only to pulsate but to also make a grinding or moaning noise while stopping. We are now on repair number six and still the problem is not fixed. After speaking with a representative from General Motors and being told that brakes are not a safety concern I am worried about the safety of any GM vehicle. Something needs to be done about the defect of these brakes before someone is injured or killed because GM can't admit fault. Driver side power window has stopped working on two occasions the first being on 12/10/2001 then again on 02/06/2002. On both occasions the motor had to be replaced. No further problems with this as of yet.

- Amelia, OH, USA

While applying brakes vehicle will vibrate throughout steering. Dealership is aware of problem.

- Bonnotsmall, MO, USA

Steering wheel wobbles at various speeds when brakes are applied. Dealer has inspected and repaired vehicle four times; however, problem still exists.

- Carneys Point, NJ, USA

Right front wheel still making noise. Vehicle taken to the dealer and had front rotors replaced twice, and front brake pads replaced once; but, problem was still reoccurring. Feel free to provide any further information.

- Brunswick, MD, USA

When applying brakes at any speed there is a very strong vibration, took vehicle to dealer, and they machined and cut the rotors, driver stated that problem has reoccurred over and over, and dealer has replaced rotors/ pads, and machined and cut rotors, but problem still exists, cause unknown. Consumer stated the problem has since reoccured.

- Endicolt, NY, USA

Severe pulsation in steering column when applying the brakes, especially on the front driver side. Front pads and rotors were replaced per bulletin. 10,000 miles later, the same vibration occurs in the steering column when braking. I suspect the pads and rotors are worn again. Plan to return the car to the dealership for repair. Do not feel comfortable commuting on the interstate with this car because brakes may fail completely.

- Lewis Center, OH, USA

I have had this car in for service of the brakes going on 10 times. Each time they have either resurfaced or replaced the rotors and sometimes the pads. When the brakes get wet the car is harder to stop. I have been in touch with GMC customer service but nobody would tell me how to fix this on a more permanent basis.

- Brick, NJ, USA