CarRecallWatchThe 1999 Oldsmobile Alero has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 462 complaints with NHTSA, including 14 crashes, 11 fires, 14 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Hydraulic (126 reports).
1999 Oldsmobile Alero recalls
Most common 1999 Oldsmobile Alero problems
Problem areas named in the 462 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 126 |
| Electrical System | 95 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 89 |
| Visibility | 59 |
| Exterior Lighting | 55 |
| Suspension | 49 |
| Power Train | 34 |
| Steering | 32 |
| Structure | 32 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 27 |
What owners report
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 OLDSMOBILE ALERO. WHILE DRIVING AT 20 MPH, THE SERVICE WARNING LIGHT INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT HAD NOTICED THE POWER STEERING WAS NO LONGER EFFECTIVE AND DIFFICULT TO TURN THE STEERING WHEEL. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE FAILURE FOR THE POWER STEERING WAS REPAIRED. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED NOR MANUFACTURER. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 117,000.
WHEN I GOT ACCIDENT NOVEMBER 3 2004 AND AIRBAG NOT COME BLOW YET. I GOT INJURY HEAD AND BROKE LEG ON RIGHT.
FRONT DRIVERS SIDE COIL SPRING BROKE CAUSING IT TO RUB AGAINST THE TIRE CAUSING THE TIRE TO BLOW OUT WHILE DRIVING! THIS HAPPENED ON A COUNTRY ROAD WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH! *TR
TAKATA RECALL I JUST PURCHASED THIS CAR BUT IT HAS RECALLS I WOULD LIKE TO GET FIXED
1999 OLDSMOBILE ALERO. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO IGNITION SWITCH REPLACEMENT AND SEEKS REIMBURSEMENT FOR IGNITION SWITCH RECALL REPAIRS. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THERE WERE NO OTHER KEYS ON THE KEY CHAIN. HOWEVER, THE KEY WOULD OFTEN FALL OUT OF THE IGNITION SWITCH WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND WHAT WAS MORE DISTURBING, THE KEY WOULD COME OUT OF THE IGNITION IN ANY POSITION. NUMEROUS TIMES THE IGNITION WOULD NOT TURN OFF COMPLETELY WHICH CAUSED THE BATTERY TO DIE. *JB
1999 Oldsmobile Alero questions
Does the 1999 Oldsmobile Alero have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 1999 Oldsmobile Alero: Electrical System:Ignition; Structure:Body; Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Oldsmobile Alero?
Based on 462 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (126), Electrical System (95), Engine And Engine Cooling (89).
How do I check if a recall on my 1999 Oldsmobile Alero has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.