2000 Audi S4 vs 2000 Oldsmobile Alero
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2000 Audi S4 | 2000 Oldsmobile Alero |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 143 | 557 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 76 | 367 |
| Investigations | 0 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 20 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 8 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 21–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 65,000 mi | 65,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi S4 | Oldsmobile Alero |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 31 | 130 |
| Electrical System | 49 | 89 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 131 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 81 |
| Tires | 37 | 17 |
| Visibility | 0 | 49 |
| Air Bags | 6 | 27 |
| Structure | 1 | 29 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 6 | 40 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 46 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 13 |
| Overheating | 0 | 13 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 10 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 8 |
| Water leaks | 0 | 8 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 6 |
2000 Audi S4
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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.