Table 1 shows four common power train related problems of the 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. The number one most common problem is related to the power train (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the manual transmission (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Power Train problems | |
| Manual Transmission problems | |
| Vehicle Shudder problems | |
| Driveshaft problems |
The contact owns a 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. The contact stated that after the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system), the vehicle became difficult to start and the transmission malfunctioned multiple times. Read details...
Car seemed to be fine. . All of a sudden car would not go into reverse. . Took it to a close shop and he said a sleeve within the driven sprocket assembly had shifted due to insufficient interference fit, blocking the oil feed hole for the second clutch. . . . Read details...
While driving at any speed driver heard a loud knocking noise coming from the front. Suddenly, the vehicle vibrated uncontrollably. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection numerous times, but mechanic could not duplicate the problem. The rpm's increased when braking at 37-40 mph. Read details...