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Oldsmobile Alero repairs by problem area

Engine (43%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (13%)

Suspension and Steering (20%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (3%)

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Oldsmobile Alero electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (43%)

< $100 (57%)

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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2003 Oldsmobile Alero 4dr Sedan

170-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

51000 mi Radio repaired, three times to fix in two weeks, finally sent out, never reinstalled correctly 

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2002 Oldsmobile Alero 4dr Sedan

140-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

176500 mi

US $80
I replaced the alternator. When the alternator quit working the electrical system to the entire car failed. Transmission wouldn't shift out of 2nd gear. The gauges stopped functioning etc. 

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2001 Oldsmobile Alero 4dr Sedan

150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

104000 mi

US $45
AC was recharged with 134A and sealant. Successful repair completed 
104570 mi

US $100
Haazard swith needed to be replaced as turn signals did not work. Successful. 

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2001 Oldsmobile Alero 2dr Coupe

150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

119100 mi

US $100
blower would not work. Blower motor and blower motor resistor changed. 

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2000 Oldsmobile Alero 4dr Sedan

150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

96000 mi

US $98
Blower motor replaced so blower works on all speeds.  Replaced hazard light part. Turn signal bulbs replaced but, left turn signal still not functioning properly. 

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2000 Oldsmobile Alero 2dr Coupe

170-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

US $176 replaced ignition lock cylinder due to failed "passlock" handshake. 

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Oldsmobile Alero Electrical Problems

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