Oldsmobile Intrigue Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported deaths, injuries, crashes, and worst problem areas. Updated daily from federal databases.
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Oldsmobile Intrigue — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Verdict | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Deaths | Top Issue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002Best | Good | 3 | 55 | 4 | 2 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2001 | Good | 4 | 91 | 3 | 1 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2000 | Caution | 4 | 124 | 6 | 4 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 1999 | Caution | 4 | 178 | 11 | 9 | 1 | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 1998Worst | Avoid | 6 | 367 | 10 | 6 | — | Steering | Full report → |
5 model years shown. Crashes, injuries, and deaths from NHTSA complaint filings. Click any year for full details.
Most Common Oldsmobile Intrigue Problems
Based on 815 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.
Intrigue Years to Avoid
Best Intrigue Years to Buy
Not enough data to identify standout low-problem years.
Years with fewest complaints and recalls.
Oldsmobile Intrigue Problems by Year
Frequently Asked Questions — Oldsmobile Intrigue Reliability
What year Intrigue has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue had the highest combined complaint and recall count — 367 complaints and 6 safety recalls. See the full 1998 report for specific defects.
Is the Oldsmobile Intrigue reliable?
The Oldsmobile Intrigue has accumulated 815 owner-filed complaints and 21 safety recalls across all model years in NHTSA's database. There have been 1 reported deaths associated with complaints. The 2002 model year shows the fewest reported issues. Always run a VIN check before purchasing any used Intrigue.
What are the most common Intrigue problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas are: Steering (156 reports), Electrical System (140 reports), Engine And Engine Cooling (94 reports), Exterior Lighting (74 reports). Based on NHTSA complaints across all model years.
How do I check if my Intrigue has an open recall?
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