3.9

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
31,667 miles

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problem #3

Aug 152002

Achieva

  • Automatic transmission
  • 95,000 miles
I have had several problems with my Oldsmobile Achieva since buying it in February of 2001. The water pump went out 6 months after I got it. The serpentine belt has been replaced twice in less than a year. I have replaced the oil sending unit. I have replaced bushing on both front end lower arm controls. The coolant has started to leak. I just had a part that holds the bearings in the wheel replaced and now I am having the transmission replaced.

- Fort Madison, IA, USA

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problem #2

May 192003

(reported on)

Achieva 4-cyl

  • miles
The vehicle stalled because the oil pressure exceeded its normal range, the dealer replaced the 02 sensor and cleaned the fuel tank, also the transmission experienced a hard shift.

- High Point, NC, USA

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problem #1

Feb 132001

Achieva

  • miles
While driving down highway dash lights started to flicker on and off, and speedometer stopped. Consumer stated that panel lights were just out of control.

- Hattiesburg, MS, USA

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