1999 Oldsmobile Alero vs 1999 Pontiac Grand AM
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 Oldsmobile Alero | 1999 Pontiac Grand AM |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 462 | 849 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 150 | 155 |
| Investigations | 1 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 14 | 73 |
| Fire reports | 11 | 13 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–23 | 20–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 64,480 mi | 70,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Oldsmobile Alero | Pontiac Grand AM |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 111 | 203 |
| Electrical System | 89 | 132 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 85 | 133 |
| Suspension | 46 | 107 |
| Visibility | 56 | 88 |
| Exterior Lighting | 43 | 68 |
| Steering | 30 | 70 |
| Air Bags | 14 | 76 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 38 | 63 |
| Overheating | 14 | 31 |
| Stalling | 12 | 47 |
| Won’t start | 9 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 8 | 9 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 18 |
1999 Oldsmobile Alero
1999 Pontiac Grand AM
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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.