1999 Oldsmobile Alero electrical problems

89 complaints (19% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 89,100. 3 crashes reported.

owner complaints: 89
of this car's complaints: 19%
typical mileage: 89,100
crashes: 3
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Ignition
11
12v/24v/48v battery
10
Wiring: fuses and circuit breakers
5
Ignition: anti-theft: control module
5
Wiring: interior/under dash
4
Ignition: switch
4
Alternator/generator/regulator
4
Wiring: front underhood
3

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

0k-25k

25k-50k

50k-75k

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100k-125k

125k-150k

150k-175k

175k-200k

200k+

Oldsmobile Alero electrical problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 1999 Oldsmobile Alero electrical

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Power windows 18 Fire or smoke 8

Related recalls

Electrical system: ignitionReported July 3, 2014 · 5,877,718 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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.
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. GM's number for this recall is 14350.

Recall number 14V400000 · Recall details

What 1999 Oldsmobile Alero owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Oct 25, 2016 · Airbags, Electrical · GA

Takata recall I just purchased this car but it has recalls I would like to get fixed

Filed Oct 12, 2016 · Electrical · MI

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.

Filed Jul 9, 2015 · Airbags, Electrical · 170,000 miles · ID

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 oldsmobile alero. The contact stated that while driving approximately 15 MPH, the vehicle stalled and warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was unable to restart. The contact stated that this was a recurring failure. The vehicle was driven to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The technician diagnosed that the ignition switch was causing the fans, fuel gauge, and air bags to malfunction. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 170,000. The VIN was not available.

Filed Jul 7, 2015 · Electrical · 280,000 miles · TX

I want to report the ignition switch on a 1999 olds alero v6. I have replaced the ignition switch on my car 3 times now since aug. 2013. There has to be an electrical issue becasue my security light come on and my air conditioner does not come on. So I had it tested and its not getting any electrical to it to come on. And that is exactly the way it happens evertime. So I was wondering if there was a recall or would they be one in near future.... Becasue I dont 300-400 everytime it goes out.

Filed Jun 15, 2015 · Electrical · PA

1999 oldsmobile alero. Consumer writes in regards to ignition switch and key issues.

Filed May 13, 2015 · Electrical · WA

1999 oldsmobile alero. Consumer requests reimbursement for ignition recall repairs that were done prior to the recall. *smd the ignition lock cylinder and ignition were replaced.

Filed Mar 12, 2015 · Electrical · IN

1999 oldsmobile alero. Consumer writes in regards to ignition switch recall. *smd the consumer stated the vehicle was towed to the dealer. They gave her a new key according to the recall. The consumer stated the ignition switch did not work. The dealer wanted the consumer to pay for the replacement ignition, when it was supposed to be replaced for free.

Filed Feb 24, 2015 · Electrical · FL

1999 oldsmobile alero. Consumer received repair for recall for vehicle and requests reimbursement for the replacement ignition lock cylinder that was done in august 2013.

Filed Feb 23, 2015 · Electrical · 150,000 miles · IN

Tl*the contact owns 1999 oldsmobile alero. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system) however, the replacement keys failed to operate when entered into the ignition key cylinder. The remedy was insufficient and the vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.

Filed Feb 11, 2015 · Electrical · KY

1999 oldsmobile alero. Consumer attempted to get vehicle fixed due to a recall and was unsuccessful.

Questions about the 1999 Oldsmobile Alero electrical

Does the 1999 Oldsmobile Alero have electrical problems?

Owners have filed 89 complaints about the electrical of the 1999 Oldsmobile Alero, 19% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1999 Oldsmobile Alero electrical problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 89,100 miles.

Was there a recall on the 1999 Oldsmobile Alero electrical?

Yes, 1 recall: 14V400000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Oldsmobile Alero have the most electrical problems?

The Oldsmobile Alero model years with the most electrical complaints are 2002 (133 complaints), 2001 (130 complaints) and 2003 (103 complaints).