2002 Oldsmobile Alero vs 2004 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 | 2002 Oldsmobile Alero | 2004 Oldsmobile Alero |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 278 | 109 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 446 | 426 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 11 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 8 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–25 | 21–27 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 74,500 mi | 92,781 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Oldsmobile Alero | Oldsmobile Alero |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 133 | 57 |
| Exterior Lighting | 78 | 21 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 28 | 4 |
| Engine | 12 | 13 |
| Air Bags | 9 | 13 |
| Visibility | 15 | 5 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 14 | 6 |
| Steering | 11 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Won’t start | 28 | 13 |
| Stalling | 14 | 12 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 0 |
2002 Oldsmobile Alero
2004 Oldsmobile Alero
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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.