2000 Oldsmobile Alero vs 2002 Oldsmobile Alero
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2000 Oldsmobile Alero | 2002 Oldsmobile Alero |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 557 | 278 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 367 | 446 |
| Investigations | 5 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 20 | 11 |
| Fire reports | 8 | 8 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–23 | 21–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 65,500 mi | 74,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Oldsmobile Alero | Oldsmobile Alero |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 89 | 133 |
| Exterior Lighting | 131 | 78 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 130 | 14 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 81 | 28 |
| Visibility | 49 | 15 |
| Structure | 29 | 9 |
| Air Bags | 27 | 9 |
| Steering | 22 | 11 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 46 | 0 |
| Stalling | 40 | 14 |
| Won’t start | 13 | 28 |
| Overheating | 13 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 10 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 8 | 0 |
| Water leaks | 8 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 6 | 0 |
2000 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.