2003 Oldsmobile Alero engine and engine cooling problems
12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine and engine cooling on the 2003 Oldsmobile Alero — 7% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl* the contact owns a 2003 oldsmobile alera. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 10 mph, the temperature gauge increased and white smoke or mist emitted from the exhaust pipe. The check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated…”
filed Apr 13, 2016
“Tl* the contact owns a 2003 oldsmobile alero. While traveling 65 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the fuel injector pump and cylinder were replaced however, the failure was not corrected. The current and failure mileages were 96,000.”
filed Apr 2, 2012
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Engine and Engine Cooling problems in other Alero years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 Alero | 4 | 4% |
| 2002 Alero | 28 | 10% |
| 2001 Alero | 46 | 13% |
| 2000 Alero | 81 | 15% |
| 1999 Alero | 85 | 18% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2003 Oldsmobile Alero
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.