Is the Oldsmobile Intrigue Reliable?
1998–2002 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Oldsmobile Intrigue Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 3 | 55 | 2 | — | 54 | Fair |
| 2001 | 4 | 91 | 1 | — | 50 | Fair |
| 2000 | 4 | 124 | 4 | — | 48 | Fair |
| 1999 | 4 | 178 | 9 | 1 | 38 | Poor |
| 1998 | 6 | 367 | 6 | — | 37 | Poor |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Intrigue Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Intrigue scores 27 points below the average sedan. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Oldsmobile Intrigue Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 815 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Oldsmobile Intrigue reliable?+
The Oldsmobile Intrigue scores 45/100 on our reliability index — rated "Fair." Across 5 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 21 recall campaigns and 815 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Intrigue is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2002 Intrigue achieved the highest reliability score of 54/100 with 3 recalls and 55 complaints.
How many miles does a Intrigue last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Oldsmobile Intrigue owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Intrigue will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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