2000 BMW 540I vs 2000 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 BMW 540I | 2000 Oldsmobile Alero |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 31 | 557 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 13 | 367 |
| Investigations | 0 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 20 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 8 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–18 | 21–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 91,000 mi | 65,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 540I | Oldsmobile Alero |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 131 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 130 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 89 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 8 | 81 |
| Visibility | 1 | 49 |
| Air Bags | 8 | 27 |
| Structure | 0 | 29 |
| Power Train | 0 | 25 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 46 |
| Stalling | 0 | 40 |
| 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 BMW 540I
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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.