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Oldsmobile Alero Recalls — All NHTSA Recall Campaigns

2 recall campaigns on record across 1 model year of the Oldsmobile Alero. Data sourced directly from NHTSA and updated daily.

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2
Recall Campaigns
1456
Owner Complaints
56
Reported Injuries
4
Reported Deaths
1 affected model years53 crash-involved complaintsMost recalled year: 2004

Affected Model Years

20042R · 70C

R = recalls · C = complaints. Click a year to see the full problems report.

Recall Breakdown by Component Category

Engine2 campaigns (100%)

Most Common Owner Complaint Areas — Oldsmobile Alero

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
205
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR
68
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS:SWITCH
54
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
53
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
53
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
45
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
43
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
42
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
32
ENGINE
31

Based on 1,456 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years. 4 deaths and 56 injuries reported.

All Oldsmobile Alero Recall Campaigns

#14V4000002004 Oldsmobile AleroEngine
Issued: Mar 7, 2014

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

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 agen…

Risk: If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: 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. …

#07E0210002004 Oldsmobile AleroEngine
Issued: Dec 3, 2007

FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES

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.

Risk: FUEL MAY LEAK, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.

Remedy: 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.

Recalls by Component

2Engine Recalls

#14V400000MY 2004

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

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 k…

#07E021000MY 2004

FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES

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 LI…

Oldsmobile Alero Recall — Frequently Asked Questions

How many recalls does the Oldsmobile Alero have?
The Oldsmobile Alero has 2 recall campaigns in the NHTSA database, spanning model years 2004 through 2004.
Is my Alero under recall?
Recall applicability depends on your specific VIN — not just the model year. Some recalls cover only certain production date ranges or trim levels. Enter your 17-digit VIN at VinCheckEngine or NHTSA.gov for an exact answer.
What is the most recalled Alero year?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2004 Oldsmobile Alero has the highest recall campaign count (2 campaigns). However, the total count of campaigns is not the same as the number of defects — some campaigns are issued as expansions of earlier recalls.
Does a Alero recall mean my car is unsafe to drive?
Not necessarily. Recalls range from critical safety hazards — where NHTSA advises against driving — to minor inconveniences like a label error. Check the consequence field of each recall to understand the severity. If your specific VIN is subject to an open recall, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Who pays for recall repairs on a Alero?
The manufacturer is legally required to pay for all recall repairs under the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer, regardless of whether you are the original owner or whether the vehicle is out of warranty.

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