2001 Oldsmobile Alero vs 2003 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 | 2001 Oldsmobile Alero | 2003 Oldsmobile Alero |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 364 | 184 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 397 | 451 |
| Investigations | 3 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 20 | 18 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–23 | 21–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 65,000 mi | 80,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Oldsmobile Alero | Oldsmobile Alero |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 130 | 103 |
| Exterior Lighting | 68 | 15 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 46 | 12 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 47 | 7 |
| Visibility | 34 | 11 |
| Air Bags | 14 | 24 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 28 | 7 |
| Engine | 15 | 17 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 33 | 30 |
| Won’t start | 20 | 15 |
| Vibration / shaking | 14 | 0 |
| Overheating | 9 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 8 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 5 | 5 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 5 |
2001 Oldsmobile Alero
2003 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.