Engine Cooling System Problems of Oldsmobile Achieva

Water pump is leaking and making bearing noise the estimated cost of repairs is $600.

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Vehicle had no heat. Took vehicle to dealer, and they replaced water pump/ gaskets, and seals however, . Problem reoccurred. Please provide any further information.

Consumer states that the transmission failed 3 times. The vehicle was taken to a service station and put on the computer, but they couldn't find what was wrong. The intake gasket blew twice allowing water in the engine.

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Coolant is leaking from underneath vehicle. Dealership is aware of problem. Mechanic at dealership told consumer that transmission was leaking and needed to be replaced. Constant problem with low coolant and repairs very expensive. But thought problem was over look.

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Received recall notice #97v05900 for under hood fuse. Contacted dealer, who in turn, contacted manufacturer. Was informed no recall for fuse center located on vehicle by VIN #. Vehicle was not repaired. Also, other problems included: ignition coil burned out completely, causing spark plugs to go bad/had water pump & thermostat replaced/cross caster at permanent right angle which caused vehicle to pull right, and front brakes went completely out, calipers/rotors were not replaced, and ,problem still exists.

Ignition coil completely burned causing spark plugs to go bad sooner than needed. The crank shaft, water pump & thermostat had to be replaced. The cross caster is at permanent right angle which causes vehicle to pull right. No front brakes. Calipers & rotors were replaced, but not corrected. Right rear door misaligned, causing difficulty closing, right passenger door does not lock properly due to faulty motor. Underhood fuse recall, repairs have not been completed.

The passenger's seat slides around. Would fail to lock after being pushed back or forward. The window fell out of track after going down or up. The anti-freeze would leak on side of cab. The trunk fails to stay locked after being shut. It keeps popping open. Taking vehicle to dealer to check on defects.

Air conditioner leaks coolant and needs to be repeatedly serviced because air conditioner blows warm air. Air conditioner checked when under warranty 4/1/98 and dealer stated recharged a/c. However, coolant needed to be added 5/28/99, 5/12/00, 4/29/01, 6/9/04 for a total cost of $482. 48. Dye injected and no leak noticed. Leakage occurs over months where dye not detectable. Something is defective and causing the coolant to leak out over time.

Defective engine had stalling problems replace alternator and caught on fire. Customer states hears a banging noise when steps on brakes intermittently, front pads worn, customer denied work aware need front brake. Pump leaking, remove and replace water pump.

The following components were replaced, the alternator, battery, fuel pressure valve, master cylinder, abs booster, radiator, thermostat, water pump and brakes, and the interior lights were inoperative.