Model year guide

1999 Oldsmobile Alero

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1999 Oldsmobile Alero is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 9 on record.

1999 Oldsmobile Alero — representative photo
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1999 Oldsmobile Alero at a glance

Safety recalls4
Owner complaints504
Combined22 mpg
Typical price$844

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1999 Oldsmobile Alero recalls 4

Electrical System:ignition NHTSA Campaign #14V400000 · 03/07/2014

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…

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install two key rings and an insert in the key slot or a cover over the key head on all ignition keys, free of charge. The recall began on September 9, 2014. GM's number for this recall is 14350.

Fuel System, Other:storage:tank Assembly:pressure Relief Devices NHTSA Campaign #07E021000 · 12/03/2007

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.

Fix: DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE UPR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 877-411-8770.

Structure:body NHTSA Campaign #00V140000 · 18/05/2000

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.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CONSOLE LATCH MECHANISM.

Steering: Steering Wheel/handle Bar NHTSA Campaign #98V320000 · 15/12/1998

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE STEERING WHEEL CAN COME LOOSE FROM THE STEERING SHAFT BECAUSE THE STEERING WHEEL RETAINING NUT COULD HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY TIGHTENED.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE STEERING WHEEL RETAINING NUT FOR CORRECT TIGHTNESS AND TIGHTEN IF NECESSARY.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

1999 Oldsmobile Alero common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 504 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Wheels
Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.

1999 Oldsmobile Alero MPG & running costs

Combined22 mpg
City19 mpg
Highway27 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,875

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 1999 Oldsmobile Alero worth?

Low
$550
Typical price
$844
High
$1,400

From 8 comparable 1999 Oldsmobile Alero listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1999 Oldsmobile Alero costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,375
Fuel only$14,375
Per mile$0.19

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

1999 Oldsmobile Alero trims & engines on record

Trims
GLS · GL · GX
Engines
3.4L 6-cyl · 2.4L 4-cyl

1999 Oldsmobile Alero vehicles on record

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Other Oldsmobile Alero model years

2004 2003 2002 2001 2000

1999 Oldsmobile Alero — frequently asked questions

Does the 1999 Oldsmobile Alero have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 1999 Oldsmobile Alero. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 1999 Oldsmobile Alero?

Based on 504 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, air bags, fuel/propulsion system.

What gas mileage does the 1999 Oldsmobile Alero get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 1999 Oldsmobile Alero at about 22 mpg combined (19 city / 27 highway).

How much is a 1999 Oldsmobile Alero worth?

Comparable 1999 Oldsmobile Alero listings run roughly $550–$1,400, typically around $844 (from 8 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.