1999 Nissan Altima vs 1999 Oldsmobile Alero
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1999 Nissan Altima | 1999 Oldsmobile Alero |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 87 | 462 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 42 | 150 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 19 | 14 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 11 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23–24 | 20–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 99,500 mi | 64,480 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Nissan Altima | Oldsmobile Alero |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 14 | 111 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 8 | 85 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 89 |
| Visibility | 8 | 56 |
| Suspension | 7 | 46 |
| Exterior Lighting | 0 | 43 |
| Power Train | 7 | 34 |
| Structure | 4 | 29 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 6 | 7 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 38 |
| Overheating | 0 | 14 |
| Stalling | 0 | 12 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 9 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 8 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 6 |
1999 Nissan Altima
1999 Oldsmobile Alero
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.