Oldsmobile

Alero (2000)

2000 · Midsize Sedan · 7 engines
Best Engine Recommended (5.0)
581 NHTSA Complaints
5 Recalls
8 Fire Reports
20 Crash Reports

Engine Reliability Comparison

LAU - High Output engine

2.8L 6-cyl Turbo
Recommended (5.0)
1 complaint 1.0 per year Gasoline
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Complaint Breakdown

exterior
1

Known Issues

Exterior Issues (1 complaints)

Also found in

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LX5

3.5L 6-cyl
Recommended (5.0)
1 complaint 1.0 per year
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Complaint Breakdown

exterior
1

Known Issues

Exterior Issues (1 complaints)

Also found in

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D16Y7

1.6L 4-cyl / 106 hp
Recommended (5.0)
1 complaint 1.0 per year Gasoline
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Complaint Breakdown

electrical
1

Known Issues

Electrical System Issues (1 complaints)

Also found in

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LM7

5.3L 8-cyl
Recommended (5.0)
1 complaint 1.0 per year
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Complaint Breakdown

engine
1
cooling
1

Known Issues

Engine Issues (1 complaints)
Cooling System Issues (1 complaints)

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L67

3.8L 6-cyl
Recommended (3.5)
1 complaint 1.0 per year
1 fire report
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Complaint Breakdown

brakes
1

Known Issues

Brakes Issues (1 complaints)

Also found in

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LD9

2.4L 4-cyl
Avoid (1.7)
162 complaints 162.0 per year
2 fire reports
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Complaint Breakdown

exterior
48
brakes
36
electrical
27
engine
12
safety systems
11

Known Issues

Exterior Issues (48 complaints)
Brakes Issues (36 complaints)
Electrical System Issues (27 complaints)

Also found in

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LA1

3.4L 6-cyl
Avoid (1.2)
184 complaints 184.0 per year Gasoline
4 fire reports
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Complaint Breakdown

brakes
51
exterior
40
engine
39
cooling
34
electrical
29

Known Issues

Brakes Issues (51 complaints)
Exterior Issues (40 complaints)
Engine Issues (39 complaints)

Also found in

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Vehicle-Level Issues

These issues affect the Oldsmobile Alero regardless of engine variant.

Exterior Issues (90 complaints)
exterior critical
Brakes Issues (88 complaints)
brakes critical
Electrical System Issues (57 complaints)
electrical critical
Engine Issues (52 complaints)
engine critical
Cooling System Issues (35 complaints)
cooling critical

Recalls (5)

14V400000Mar 6, 2014serious
Electrical System

This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on July 3, 2014, that they are recalling 5,877,718 model year 2000-2005 Chevrolet Impala and Monte Carlo, 1997-2003 Chevrolet Malibu, 2004-2005 Malibu Classic, 1999-2004 Oldsmobile Alero, 1998-2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue, 1999-2005 Pontiac Grand Am and 2004-2008 Pontiac Grand Prix vehicles. In these models, the weight on the key ring and/or road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.

07E021000Dec 2, 2007serious
Fuel System, Other

CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, P/NOS. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, AND FP10027-11B1, SOLD AFTER JANUARY 9, 2007, AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE UNIVERSAL PRESSURE REGULATORS (UPR) WERE PRODUCED WITHOUT AN O'RING AND RETAINER.

03V327000Aug 27, 2003serious
Exterior Lighting

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES HAVE HAZARD WARNING SWITCHES THAT MAY EXPERIENCE SOLDER JOINT CRACKING CAUSED BY RAPID TEMPERATURE TRANSITIONS AND THE SOLDERING PROCESS. IF SOLDER JOINT CRACKING OCCURS AND RESULTS IN AN OPEN CIRCUIT, THE TURN SIGNALS/HAZARD LAMPS BECOME INTERMITTENT OR INOPERATIVE.

00V140000May 17, 2000serious
Structure

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: THESE VEHICLES DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE OCCUPANT PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 201, "OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT." THE CONSOLE COVER ON THESE VEHICLES DOES NOT STAY CLOSED WHEN A SPECIFIED VERTICAL LOAD IS APPLIED.

00V372000Nov 12, 2000cosmetic
Powertrain

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH MANUAL TRANSAXLES (RPO M86) FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 114, "THEFT PROTECTION." WHEN A DRIVER ATTEMPTS TO SHIFT FROM 5TH GEAR TO REVERSE, A SHIFT INHIBITOR CAUSES THE TRANSMISSION TO BE MECHANICALLY IN 4TH GEAR EVEN THOUGH THE SHIFT LEVER INDICATES REVERSE GEAR.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common 2000-2000 Oldsmobile Alero problems?

The 2000-2000 Oldsmobile Alero has accumulated 581 NHTSA complaints. The most frequently reported problem areas are Exterior, Brakes, Electrical System. As with any used vehicle, a pre-purchase inspection and vehicle history report are recommended.

Which Oldsmobile Alero engine is most reliable?

The 2000-2000 Oldsmobile Alero was offered with 7 engine options. Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 3.4L 6-cyl has the lowest complaint density and is considered the most reliable choice for buyers.

Is the 2000-2000 Oldsmobile Alero a good used car?

The 2000-2000 Oldsmobile Alero can be a solid used car purchase depending on trim, mileage, and maintenance history. With 581 total NHTSA complaints on record, prospective buyers should review the known problem areas and check for open recalls before buying.

How many NHTSA complaints does the 2000-2000 Oldsmobile Alero have?

The 2000-2000 Oldsmobile Alero has 581 complaints filed with NHTSA as of our latest data pull. Complaint counts reflect owner-reported issues and do not necessarily indicate defects or safety risks on their own.

What recalls affect the 2000-2000 Oldsmobile Alero?

There are 5 NHTSA recalls affecting some 2000-2000 Oldsmobile Alero vehicles. Recall status varies by VIN — check the NHTSA recall database at recalls.nhtsa.dot.gov with your specific VIN to confirm which campaigns apply.

What should I check before buying a used Oldsmobile Alero?

Before buying a used Oldsmobile Alero, verify all open recalls are completed via the NHTSA VIN lookup tool. Pay particular attention to Exterior, Brakes, Electrical System, which are the most commonly reported problem areas. Request maintenance records, have an independent mechanic inspect the vehicle, and run a vehicle history report to check for prior accidents or title issues.

Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 581 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: high. Last updated: 2026-04-06.

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