Ignition Switch problems of the 2002 Oldsmobile Alero

The contact owns a 2002 Oldsmobile Alero. While driving approximately 55 mph, the vehicle suddenly shut off. While merging to the side of the road, the engine suddenly restarted without the key being turned in the ignition. After driving approximately one mile, the failure recurred. The vehicle restarted on its own. The dealer stated that the ignition switch was faulty. The switch was replaced, but the failure persisted. The ignition switch was replaced a second time and the failure was remedied. The failure mileage was 67,000.

2002 Oldsmobile Alero. Vehicle burned in the yard, noticed smoke starting to come through the fuse panel. The consumer stated there was no warning, of any type of problem. The moment she turned the ignition switch off, the problem started.

The contact owns a 2002 Oldsmobile Alero the contact stated that the key could be removed from the ignition while the vehicle was on and in any gear. The failure recurred over a period of two months. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who indicated that the ignition switch would need to be replaced. There was a recall under NHTSA campaign id number 14v047000 (air bags, electrical system) however, the vehicle was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 173,988.

The contact owns a 2002 Oldsmobile Alero. The contact stated that the ignition key failed to turn until after several attempts. The failure recurred sporadically. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician stated the ignition switch would need to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign id number: 14v400000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 90,000.

The contact owns a 2002 Oldsmobile Alero. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 mph, the vehicle stalled and the security light illuminated. The vehicle could be restarted and the failure recurred ten times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing and the dealer stated that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 86,000.

2002 Oldsmobile Alero. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle recall notice. The consumer is seeking reimbursement, for the ignition switch replacement.

Tl-the contact owns a 2002 Oldsmobile Alero. The contact stated whenever she inserted the vehicle key into the ignition switch it would automatic fall out when in a start position. The vehicle was taken to dealer mechanic unable to diagnosed a failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was unknown. Lb.

2002 Oldsmobile Alero. Consumer writes in regards to ignition switch recall repair issues. The consumer requested reimbursement for the expenses incurred pertaining to the replacement of the ignition switch. The consumer stated several times the vehicle left her, as well as her son stranded. The vehicle belong to her son. However, he no longer owns it.

2002 Oldsmobile Alero. Consumer writes in regards to ignition key recall notice and consumer seeks reimbursement for repairs. The ignition switch and lock cylinder were replaced on April 3, 2010.

The contact owns a 2002 Oldsmobile Alero. The contact attempted to start the vehicle, but was unsuccessful. It took him approximately 40 minutes to start the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they repaired the fuel pump. Immediately after the repair was made, the failure continued. He took the vehicle back to the dealer and they stated that the failure was due to the ignition switch of the electrical system. The vehicle has not been repaired. The contact has only owned the vehicle for seven weeks. The failure and current mileages were 74,000.

- the contact owns a 2002 Oldsmobile Alero with a current and failure mileage of 181,000 miles. While driving at 35 mph began decelerating and the vehicle lost power with no warning in the middle of the road. The weather was sunny and 75 degrees. She was able to restart the vehicle after 30 minutes. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who informed her that the vehicle was part of recall 07e021000 for fuel system, other: storage: tank assembly: pressure relief devices. The recalled failure could result in a fire, but the contact had not experienced the recall failure to date. She spoke with delphi, gm and Oldsmobile dealers, and none of the dealers were willing to complete the recall work free of charge. The consumer stated the dealership is asking for additional monies besides the $417. 21 that was already paid. The consumer stated the vehicle is still in the dealerships possession and she wants the vehicle returned with the problem fixed. The consumer stated that on 06/07/07 the dealership informed her to pick up the vehicle that it was ready when consumer came to pick up vehicle the manager informed her he does not feel safe returning the car to her and the dealership is requesting an additional $262. 00 for an ignition switch. Updated 06/25/07.

The security light started coming on in my car in 2004. My car is a 2002. I brought my car to a gm dealership and they said that they couldn't find anything wrong, so I did not pay attention to the light until one day my car refused to start. As I had just replaced the battery and the lights/radio worked, my husband asked around and a few people who have owned Oldsmobile vehicles stated that if you leave the car in the "on" position for 10-12 minutes that it will reset the security light and the car will start. It worked and I brought my car to a second gm dealership and they quoted a diagnostic run to determine what is causing my car not to start, but they too did not know what was causing it. The most recent occurrence was in October 2006, but instead of resetting for a few months, like before, the car refused to start the very next time I tried to start it. I did research online and found that there are several models (1999-2002, at least) that have the same problem. I contacted gm to notify them of this occurrence and the fact that it was not only occurring to my car. I have not heard back. . . Yet? I no longer have confidence that my car is reliable. For the time being, I use the method, but now that I am pregnant and winter is fast approaching (I live in minnesota), I no longer find this solution acceptable. I do not want to jeopardize my child's life by having to remain in negative degree weather for ten minutes in order for the car to "reset itself," so I am currently researching alternative cars to purchase.

For a couple of days I've had trouble turning the key to turn on the vehicle. Two days ago I put the key in the ignition and it wouldn't budge. I cannot get the key to turn the slightest bit. I bought a new ignition switch in hopes that this will solve the problem.

Timing chain broke at 60k miles. Destroyed valves. Also ignition switch broke at 45k miles.

Consumer took vehicle to dealer for regular maintenance and dealer determined that vehicle needed the following replacements: a new ignition lock cylinder, intake manifold, multi function switch, and an engine oil flush. Consumer stated that when she put key in the ignition it would not turn, but did not know that vehicle would need a new switch. Also, there was ticking noise when she tried to start the vehicle.

The contact owns a 2002 Oldsmobile Alero. The contact has been experiencing failures with her vehicle ever since it was purchased. The speedometer displayed inaccurate readings and the braking system was locked twice due to a defective wheel bearing. The ignition switch was replaced twice and recently failed again. She is unable to remove the key from the ignition because it locked in place. The contact will take the vehicle in for repair. The failure mileage was 24,500 and current mileage was 92,273.

I have had my 2002 Oldsmobile Alero since 2002. Within six months of having this car the ignition switch went bad and was unable to start the car and it had to be repaired. This was repaired by the dealer that I purchased it from because the company that was in charge of my extended warranty went bankrupt. Since then I have had to pay to replace a gasket in the engine that keeps engine coolant and engine oil from mixing together because the gasket that was manufactured with the car was not the right thickness. (since this is a known defect by mechanics why wasn't this recalled or a service bulletin initiated?) I continue to have problems with the driver door control panel that controls the windows and the side mirrors and window locks. The windows in my car can only be controlled by the driver because the window lock is stuck in the "on" position. I have also had problems with the windows falling down into the door and have had one window replaced in December 2007 but now in September 2008 the passenger window is experiencing the same symptoms and now will have to replace this window as well. Right now the most annoying thing about this car is the turn signals. They function as they should but the clicking noise for the turn signal will not turn off when I have made a turn (it actually makes a clicking noise about 3 times as fast as the regular turn click). I have had this looked at by a mechanic and I was told that this was not part of the hazard light recall which my car falls under so it was not fixed. It is a very distracting problem and the only time I can get relief from the clicking noise is when I actually get ready to make a turn by turning on the actual turn signal. There are a number of problems that numerous owners are experiencing. I am hoping that some thing is done about the windows and the engine gasket. I don't think consumers should be responsible for poor engineering and design. Gm should make things right.

The consumer had problems with the ignition. The consumer had a difficult time turning the vehicle on and off. The consumer stated the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The intake manifold was replaced. The consumer was informed that coolant was leaking into the oil. Provide further details.