2.7

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
53,933 miles

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problem #31

Oct 152016

Intrigue 6-cyl

  • 79,300 miles
Car will not start, not turn over or anything. Security light will come on while driving. Never know when the car will start. Have been towed to mechanic 3 times in 72 hrs. He has checked all connections and all are good. He can find nothing wrong. Will start a few times then nothing. Mechanic has put on his code reader and nothing comes up. Car will just turn off whenever. Have read many forums and tons of people are having this same problem

- Muskegon, MI, USA

problem #30

Aug 202016

Intrigue

  • 247,967 miles
Speedometer, tempature gage on the opposite side. Car still over heats after extensive repairs. Cooling fans stays on while off. Potential fire because of oil compartment fire. Visible leak.

- Posen, IL, USA

problem #29

May 012010

Intrigue

  • miles
Signal lights started causing problems approx. 5 years ago. Blowing bulbs, working some time but not all the time. Bulb sockets overheating and melting. Replaced front headlight assembly right and left. Not the problem. Still have same problem. They will stop working, one side at the time and for no rational reason will start again as if a short in the electrical system. Running lights work part of time. We have replaced a ton of bulbs but to no avail. Can someone on this earth please tell me where the switches are located in the electrical system so this vehicle can be repaired. So far, no luck in this effort. My car only has 330,000 miles plus and so far this is all that is wrong.

- Eatonton, GA, USA

problem #28

May 022011

Intrigue 6-cyl

  • miles
1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle ignition key recall notice. The consumer stated the ignition module and crank sensor were replaced several times. A recent problem developed, where the consumer was unable to turn the vehicle off. There were other times, when the vehicle would not start. Also, while driving, the headlights would come on and then go out. When the cruise control was set, it would disengage by itself and air only blew out of the right double vent and the left double vent blew out hot air.

- Burlington, IA, USA

problem #27

Jun 022014

Intrigue

  • 93,000 miles
The contact owns a 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. While driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact stated that NHTSA campaign number: 14V400000 (electrical system) exceeded a reasonable amount of time for repair. The dealer stated the parts were not available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the delay. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 93,000.

- Travelers Rest, SC, USA

problem #26

Oct 312014

Intrigue

  • 182,000 miles
I'd been noticing that my car would quit at random times a little over a year ago, at first once every month or three, then gradually worked up to maybe once or twice a week. When I received the recall notice and took my key off my key ring. I had no further quitting incidents until I took my car in to the dealer October 31st. They did their thing with my key, and my car quit ten minutes later, on the way to an urgent appointment. I got it started again, then it quit again a couple of blocks down the road. I finally made it to my appointment, 5 minutes late. I put aside the "new" key, used a spare from then on, and the car seemed fine over the weekend. But on Monday morning I drove to the gym to work out, and the car would not start when I finished my workout and I walked the rest of the way to work. It started fine that evening, then again this morning, but conked out half way to work again. I got it started again before it coasted to a stop, but this is getting ridiculous. I think the recall is a failure, and GM needs to do something much more than replacing the key head for it to be effective. If I wasn't a strong man, I could have had many serious accidents by now.

- Colorado Springs, CO, USA

problem #25

Oct 012014

Intrigue 6-cyl

  • miles
2009 Oldsmobile Intrigue. Consumer writes in regards to ignition switch issue. Ld the consumer was not able to start the vehicle. The consumer has since sold the vehicle.

- Berkeley, MO, USA

problem #24

Jun 152014

Intrigue 6-cyl

  • 107,400 miles
3 months ago my electrical started going haywire. Turn signals, dash, lights, windows. Most occur while turning car on. It's hit and miss whether it starts. Battery drains sometimes no rhyme or reason. It starts without incident one day and then needs recharged the next. I've had multiple people tell me an aray of different possibilities, alternator, ignition switch, battery, worn down key, leaving something on etc. I believe the problem occurs because the key can come in and out while in any position. Because of this I believe the battery is being drained because people are unaware that they are removing the key while it is still in the acc or on position. This doesnt explain why various electrical components aren't working at full capacity all the time. I did notice that the hit and miss quality wasn't as severe once I removed all extras from the key after receiving the recall notice a week ago. I started to pay more attention to what was going on to see if perhaps the issue was related last Sunday the battery seemed dead again and the car wouldn't start. I tried several times until I got things to light up but then the key slipped out while trying to start it. I slipped the key back in and now it won't turn to either the off or start positions. It remains in acc or on positions only. Even if I charged the battery I wouldn't be able to start it or turn the electrical accessories off to keep the battery from draining again. From what I can tell, the recall doesn't actually replace the ignition switch it only modifies the keys to keep the ignition switch from becoming faulty. What am I supposed to do since the problem has already occurred" even though the part that the recall was issued for caused my problem, will I have to pay out of pocket to fix the actual problem? who do I contact if they will fix the problem"

- Sylvania, OH, USA

problem #23

Jan 012010

Intrigue 6-cyl

  • miles
This car is an electrical nightmare. The Intrigue seems to have so many of the same Alero problems, but no resolution from GM regarding them. Vehicle continually will: Not start, start and then die, have the instrument cluster go haywire (all gauges drop to the bottom, then jump back up, lights coming on then going off - ABS, check engine, service engine, etc) additionally - security (passlock) light will come on sometimes when the instrument cluster goes nuts, and then will stay on. This often leads to a no-start condition. If battery is disconnected for a few minutes, this will usually resolve the issue. Sometimes, when there's a no-start (no cranking) - turning the car to acc, and then moving the shifter through a couple gears, will resolve the issue. When there's a no-start (with cranking) - this can eventually be resolved by disconnecting the battery for a long time. The gauges going crazy while driving: Often, when not actively pressing the accelerator, the gauges will drop to the bottom (empty gas tank light comes on, RPM, gas, and heat needles drop to zero; speed usually remains functional). When pressing the accelerator, they all pop back up to functional (only to drop again when there's no acceleration). The key - can be taken out of the ignition switch while the car is running, with no resistance. I have replaced: Battery multiple times, battery cables once, the ignition switch & cylinder have been replaced at least once or twice by a mechanic trying to resolve the issue; wiring harnesses within the engine compartment and below the steering wheel have been replaced.

- Sunnyvale, CA, USA

problem #22

May 122014

Intrigue

  • 85,000 miles
The ignition switch -- which was replaced in 2012 with a new GM dealer part -- turns by itself to the acc setting while driving (engine cuts out and power steering loses power). I suspect that this is related to the GM ignition switch recall problem, but since this model is not on the recall list, I am encountering a challenge to get it repaired. Please phone only -- not an E-mail user.

- Mission Hills, KS, USA

problem #21

Oct 072013

Intrigue 6-cyl

  • 98,001 miles
When driving my 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue at approximately 45mph I hit a very large pot hole in the street. It jarred the vehicle and switched the ignition in my vehicle off. I lost power in the vehicle and my ability to properly steer the vehicle. I was thankfully in a lane where I was able to pull the vehicle over without issue (power steering was not available and the wheel was almost locked and it required a lot of pulling to be able to pull over) and restart the car. I did have a large/heavy key ring on my keys at that time.

- Phoenix, AZ, USA

problem #20

Aug 162011

Intrigue 6-cyl

  • 85,000 miles
Pass lock system started to not work sporadically. From then on it just got worse it would quit at times leaving you stranded for periods.

- Cedar Rapids , IA, USA

problem #19

Jan 152003

Intrigue 6-cyl

  • 37,000 miles
Engine and everything electrical stops instantly. Everything shuts off. During restart the vehicle cranks longer (5-6 seconds) before starting and misses for 3-4 seconds. Then runs strong as if nothing happened. Some times turn signals will stop working after a restart and other times the turn signals will stop working whether the vehicle stalled or not. At higher speeds (45mph +) the vehicle will frequently shut off but instantly come back on.

- Buckley, MI, USA

problem #18

Aug 152010

Intrigue

  • 55,000 miles
Engine shuts off while driving.

- Austin, TX, USA

problem #17

Mar 112010

Intrigue

  • 114,902 miles
Turn signal/hazard flashers.on occasion will not work period, or turn on with no blinking. Wiggling the hazard switch can bring back the flashing/flickering. Replaced part once for the same reason, was good for three months, but it came back again. The irony, the car has an no start/security light problem, but when I installed the new hazard flasher, I did not have the no start problem until the hazard switch failed again. Now it makes one wonder if the hazard switch plays a roll in the security/passkey no start scenario. Secondly, I see the recall for the Impala/Malibu/ monte carlogrand am/ Grand Prix/Alero. The security light and passlock issue, if tripped will cut fuel supply, I still hear the fuel pump priming, as passkey is not a starter kill, it is rather a fuel kill. I also replaced the starter/and ignition switch, and still this problem exists. Therefore, I have two issues, first the turn signal that dies out, until you wiggle the hazard switch might bring it back. And a second independent issue of the security light/no start issue. The security light can be on, and the vehicle will restart no problem, and times with no security light, and no start. I mean by no start, the car will not turn/crank period. General Motors should be involved in this matter, these are defective parts, that are widespread and not just at random. General Motors needs to act properly, and the NHTSA should follow up on this matter closely to find a proper repair rather than guessing what the problem is. Thank you

- Winter Haven, FM, USA

problem #16

Jul 012008

Intrigue

  • 81,203 miles
The car on intermittent basis, will not start. All systems check, good battery-starter-fuel pump primes up, but does not turn over. Give it 5-10 mins, then starts right up. Happens at least 3 times per week. This problem been on and off for last two years. Had car at dealer, said it was the starter-changed starter, still problem existed. Also security light illuminates as well.

- Winter Haven, FL, USA

problem #15

Aug 092008

Intrigue

  • 88,000 miles
I have a 1999 Intrigue that periodically does not want to start, I have read so many forums about this problem and I believe GM should recall the cars and fix the problem.

- Springfield, MO, USA

problem #14

Jan 012008

Intrigue

  • 20,000 miles
1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue: When driving in cold weather (below 40 degrees F), all lights dim and then brighten randomly, including headlights and dash lights. Sometimes headlights momentarily dim so much as to make driving temporarily unsafe. Problem has occurred every winter for several years. GM dealer claims to know nothing about it, but some web sites say a replacement Bosch alternator (approx. $450 plus installation) can cure the problem. This is a repeated annoyance that could cause a fatal crash.

- Simpsonville, SC, USA

problem #13

Apr 291999

Intrigue 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 50 miles
All electric will not remain stable.ie. Lights flicker, radio volume up/down, heat & A/C fan varies by itself. Reported it the first week I bought the car April 29,1999 ( <10 miles on odeometer).dealer could not see anything. It still has same problem.continuous..

- Chadds Ford, PA, USA

problem #12

Oct 202006

Intrigue 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 60,000 miles
Turn signals are intermittent. Sometimes they do not flash when the turn signal switch is activated. This applies to both left and right. This occurs randomly on different days, not just the single date I was forced to enter.

- Stamford, CT, USA

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