2000 Dodge Neon vs 2000 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 | 2000 Dodge Neon | 2000 Oldsmobile Alero |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 337 | 557 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 74 | 367 |
| Investigations | 2 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 74 | 20 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 8 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24–27 | 21–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 63,000 mi | 65,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Neon | Oldsmobile Alero |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 66 | 130 |
| Exterior Lighting | 12 | 131 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 54 | 81 |
| Electrical System | 43 | 89 |
| Air Bags | 71 | 27 |
| Structure | 33 | 29 |
| Visibility | 12 | 49 |
| Power Train | 28 | 25 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 20 | 10 |
| Stalling | 19 | 40 |
| Vibration / shaking | 15 | 46 |
| Brake problems | 8 | 6 |
| Water leaks | 7 | 8 |
| Clunking / rattling | 7 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 8 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 13 |
2000 Dodge Neon
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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.