NHTSA — Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Foundation Components Problems

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Crashes / Fires:
2 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
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2001 Oldsmobile Alero brakes problems

brakes problem

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2001 Oldsmobile Alero Owner Comments

problem #6

Aug 182002

Alero

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

While driving applied brakes and pedal went all the way to the floor, but vehicle didn't stop, resulting in an accident.

- Levittown, PA, USA

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problem #5

Apr 012001

Alero

  • miles
Consumer states that every 8K miles the braking system including the rotors and pads and calibers need to be replaced. Contacted dealer but they cannot remedy the problem.

- Freehold, NJ, USA

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problem #4

Mar 192002

(reported on)

Alero

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
When applying brakes slowly in stopping, they are not catching, brakes make a noise. This happens intermittently. Dealer contacted.

- Vermilion, OH, USA

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problem #3

Feb 082002

Alero

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While driving 31 mph applied brakes and vehicle would not stop, causing a rearend crash.

- Breinigsville, PA, USA

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problem #2

Dec 312001

Alero

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Alternator failed, consumer was told this was normal because alternator was located above engine. Brakes make noise due to rotor and pad failure. Air pressure light comes on due to front tire air leak.

- Alexander City, AL, USA

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problem #1

Feb 012000

Alero

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Front driver side and passenger side wheels were leaking. Dealer had been contacted for replacement wheels, but that did not remedy the problem. Wheels are still leaking. Brakes make noise due to pad and rotor failure. Right front Goodyear tire losing air pressure, P225/50R16, dot number 0294302.

- Alexander City, AL, USA

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