Oldsmobile Alero owners have reported 8 parking brake related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 3 most common parking brake problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's parking brake (4 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's conventional parking brake (3 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Parking Brake problems | |
| Conventional Parking Brake problems | |
| Parking Brake Linkage And Cable problems |
Parking brake ceased to function. When engaging parking break, it does not 'stay' in position. When engaged and held up manually, the parking break works, however, it does not stay in position. Nothing as of yet has been done to correct the issue (2001 GX model, 5-speed). Read details...
The parking brake does not keep the car from rolling backwards when on a slight grade. Dealer tried to fix by replacing part. Problem persists. They are at a loss as to how to fix. This could be an accident waiting to happen. Read details...
Picked up car 1/30/2001 on 4/9/car flat bedded in for brake problems, said it was rear park brake hanging up from rust proofing they replace both rear cables. 5/15 flat bedded again roto on rt. Glazed they replace and adjusted brakes and road tested. Read details...