Wheel Rim Problems of Oldsmobile Alero

The contact owns a 2000 Oldsmobile Alero. While driving approximately 55 mph on normal road conditions, the vehicle began to pull in one direction without assistance. The driver pulled over to the side of the road and inspected the vehicle. The front passenger side tire exhibited low air pressure and the low pressure warning indicator was illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for inspection and they stated that the failure was related to the rims. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic on five separate occasions for identical failures and repair. Recently, the technician recommended that all four rims be replaced. The VIN and failure mileage were unknown. The current mileage was 120,000.

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The consumer noticed a grinding noise when the brakes were applied. The manufacturer was contacted and was told the rim was cracked and the tire lost air. The consumer was told by two different dealers the tires slipped on the rim and had broken the seal. The tire deflated somewhat, and caused the auto level alarm to go off. The alloy rims by the manufacturer were defective and caused the problem.

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When turning, vehicle makes a noise in front end. Sometimes it feels and sounds like rubber rubbing together. Contacted dealer who stated this is normal for vehicle to do this. Had to replace front end. Ak consumer has taken vehicle into several different service repair shops and they have tried several fixes but to no avail. Consumer has been informed on several occasions that the problem is with the rims.

Consumer feels a vibration in steering which is caused by bent rim in front left. Consumer feels it was due to poor defective manufacturing.

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While vehicle is being driven extreme vibration occurs. Dealer stated that rims are bent. Please give any further details.