2003 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe
All photo credits
- Photo: 2002 Oldsmobile Alero GX, Front Right, 09-12-2021 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2004 Oldsmobile Alero GL2 sedan, front left, 09-10-2023 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2003 Oldsmobile Alero GL Sedan, 08-10-2022 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Oldsmobile Alero sedan rear 6.15.18 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2002-2004 Oldsmobile Alero GL in Sandstone Metallic, Rear Right, 03-15-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2003 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe is a 2.2-liter inline-4 coupe with an automatic 4-speed and front-wheel drive. It starts at $23,560 MSRP and is rated at 25 mpg combined.
EPA fuel-economy estimates are 21 mpg city and 30 mpg highway (25 mpg combined).
The Alero measures 186.7 inches long on a 107.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,077 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Coupe |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $23,560 ($41,614 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.2L I4 |
| Displacement | 2.2 L |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | Automatic 4-speed |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 21 MPG |
| Highway | 30 MPG |
| Combined | 25 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
| Tank Capacity | 14 gal |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 16-in. |
| Wheels Rear | 16-in. |
| Tires Front | P225/50R16 |
| Tires Rear | P225/50R16 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 186.7 in |
| Width | 70.1 in |
| Height | 54.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 107 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,077 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.3 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.1 in |
| Legroom Rear | 36.2 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 53.6 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 55.4 in |
| Hip Room Front | 50.9 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 50.9 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2003 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 2dr Coupe with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | Not rated |
Other tested variants (1)
- 2003 Oldsmobile Alero 4-DR: overall not rated
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2003 Oldsmobile ALERO. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jul 3, 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 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.
Consequence: 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.
NHTSA campaign 14V400000
Mar 12, 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.
Consequence: 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.
NHTSA campaign 07E021000
Nov 1, 2004 · VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 124, 'ACCELERATOR CONTROL SYSTEMS.' IN HOT AMBIENT CONDITIONS, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL ARM MAY STICK AT THE ATTACHMENT TO THE BRACKET AND NOT RETURN TO THE ENGINE IDLE POSITION WHEN THE OPERATOR LIFTS HIS FOOT FROM THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL.
Consequence: FAILURE TO RETURN TO IDLE COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL ARM AND REPLACE THE ACCELERATOR AND BRAKE PEDAL ASSEMBLY WITH A NEW ASSEMBLY, IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 20, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668, OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-630-6537.
NHTSA campaign 04V528000
187 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2003 Oldsmobile ALERO
Owner Complaints
187 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2003 Oldsmobile ALERO (18 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 10 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Electrical System | 103 |
| Air Bags | 24 |
| Engine | 17 |
| Exterior Lighting | 15 |
| Service Brakes | 14 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 14 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2003 OLDSMOBILE ALERO. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.