Overview & Reviews
The biggest news for the 2002 Alero is an all-new four-cylinder engine on GX and GL1 models. Redesigned 15-inch wheels, a revamped interior console and two new exterior colors round out this year's changes.
- Sleek styling, brisk performance and handling, ergonomically intelligent interior, well-equipped standard model.
- Hint of cheapness to interior bits, numb steering, resale value may suffer.
User Reviews:
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Bad mistake - 2002 Oldsmobile Alero
By rnschooltigger2007 - November 1 - 7:13 amWhen I bought this car in 2001, I loved it, the sun roof, the V6 engine, the cornering...... things soon started to unravel. The car goes through pads and rotors about every 20,000 miles, i have had to replace front pads and rotors at least 6 times already. Some of the major repairs I have had (which I have never had with any other Japanese/Asian car) 1. head gasket seal - $700 (need again) 2. In take manifold - $700 3. Catalytic converter - $663 4. car alarm ignition kill switch sensor $480 5. Power steering pump $220 (which needs to be replaced AGAIN) 6. Direction signal relay switch $480 7. Power window regulator $280 Thank god my dad works for GM & I got a $3200 discount
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big mistake - 2002 Oldsmobile Alero
By shelby - August 16 - 3:56 amI have had this car for only 3 or so years and have already had to change the fuel pump (2x) brake pads (4x) power window regualutor (2x) and already have to do that again! Ive already had alot of problems w/ the security system which causes it not to start and i have to take it in and get the whole system reset. power steering pump went out, wheel bearing needs to be fixed. my service engine light, anti-lock brake light and change oil light are always on. this car has costed me alot of time, inconvenience and money.
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Nice Looking, but it stops there - 2002 Oldsmobile Alero
By Vaughn31 - May 17 - 7:06 amI bought my 2dr Alero 3.4L GLS, Gold Package Alero used in 2003 with 15,000 km. I am now at 98,000 km and have had all the Alero problems. The window motor regulator went twice, brakes and rotors 3-4 times now, hub assembly twice, intake manifold gasket, head gasket, ignition failure, broken seat. Several things. I love driving the car, it has good V6 power, a sunroof, and looks nice with the Gold package, but I am not sure what to do with now. I am still paying for it, but am thinking of cutting my losses and buying a HONDA!
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consistant - 2002 Oldsmobile Alero
By papadoc - February 25 - 9:10 pmwell looks like im not the only one with the same probs, ive also expierenced window motor troubles on two windows! also frequent replacement of lights and bulbs here and there, fuel pump (first time) and it seems pretty consistant with everybodies elses expierience with their Alero. Good thing the thing is paid off!!!!
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Very Unhappy - 2002 Oldsmobile Alero
By Not A Fan - November 1 - 10:00 amI am very disappointed with my 2 door GLS Alero. After owning it for 10 months, it has leaked (I mean 2-3 inches of water in back floorboard) 4 times!!! The dealership keeps "fixing" it, but to no avail. Not a happy customer
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What a Lemon - 2002 Oldsmobile Alero
By javascript - November 3 - 10:26 pmI have had this car for just over 3 years and its been the worst car Ive ever owned. Pretty much everything that can go wrong with a vehicle has gone wrong in this car. Its been a real money pit. I have owned a total of 3 cars in my entire life and this has been the worst by far. I actually feel guilty selling it because its such a lousy vehicle.
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I wish I loved this car - 2002 Oldsmobile Alero
By latoja - March 15 - 2:53 pmI really wanted to love this car. I bought this car new and unfortunately have a lot of problems with it. Replaced the brakes 4 times in 6 years. Because of the rim material, the tires dont seal tightly and they leak air - windshield started cracking under the top seal. The driver side window motor stopped working. Now the directional makes the clicking noise ALL the time when I am not using it. Coolant needs to be replace often. "Service Engine Soon", "Anti-lock break" and "Trac control" lights are always on. Was told it was because of a bad wheel sensor, so I replaced it, but the lights remain on. Engine started knocking at 100k miles. Paint is chipping
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Poor Choice - 2002 Oldsmobile Alero
By Erika - March 8 - 4:53 amThe car had 74,000kms when I got it. When it got to about 98,000kms it started to have numerous problems. First thing that went was the slave cylinder only we were told it was the master cylinder. So $1600 later it had a brand new slave cylinder, master, and clutch. There was no problems till about 103,000kms one of the cylinders stopped firing, When the spark plugs were changed the car reacted badly, I guess only GM parts will make her run. Other then those two recent problems, it drives very well and is good on gas, with premium. Buyer be aware of what your getting, do you research first!
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oldsmobile alero - 2002 Oldsmobile Alero
By juanv87 - March 3 - 5:19 pmseriously i dont recomend this vehicle to no one i bougth my car in 2010 since them i bee having too many problems this is the worse car ever, they should have a recall for this vehicle
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Could be better - 2002 Oldsmobile Alero
By Alice - September 3 - 2:00 amNot a good idea to purchase one of these the resale value went down 8,000 from Jan to now. That is not saying anything good for this car.
