1999 Kia Sephia 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 Kia Sephia | 1999 Oldsmobile Alero |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 428 | 462 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 15 | 150 |
| Investigations | 8 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 50 | 14 |
| Fire reports | 42 | 11 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23–24 | 20–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 59,000 mi | 64,480 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Kia Sephia | Oldsmobile Alero |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 169 | 111 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 88 | 85 |
| Electrical System | 63 | 89 |
| Power Train | 71 | 34 |
| Visibility | 18 | 56 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 43 | 25 |
| Suspension | 17 | 46 |
| Steering | 23 | 30 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 40 | 12 |
| Vibration / shaking | 38 | 38 |
| Brake problems | 15 | 8 |
| Hesitation / surging | 11 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 9 | 9 |
| Overheating | 9 | 14 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 7 |
| Electrical failures | 7 | 0 |
1999 Kia Sephia
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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.