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1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue brakes problems

77 complaints (15% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 91,000. 5 crashes reported.

owner complaints
77
of this car's complaints
15%
typical mileage
91,000
crashes
5
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
    35
  • Foundation components: disc: rotor
    20
  • Foundation components: disc
    14
  • Foundation components
    6
  • Antilock
    2
  • Power assist: vacuum: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
    1
  • Power assist
    1
  • Pedals and linkages
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Oldsmobile Intrigue brakes problems in other years

19981999200020012002

Specific symptoms reported on the 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue brakes

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

ABS 20Premature wear 11Grinding brakes 9Brake failure 5

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Sep 18, 2014 · Brakes, Electrical · 95,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 1998 oldsmobile intrigue. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled several times. The warning indicators illuminated and the vehicle lost power each time the failure occurred. Also, excessive force had to be applied to the brake pedal in order to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 95,000.

Filed Jun 23, 2006 · Brakes · 95,000 miles · UT

I have had a problem with the ABS system on my car for a few months now. When I start my car the ABS goes to set itself and the ABS light comes on along with the brake light. As I have been researching the problem I have found that it is one of the main problems on the car, but nothing has been done about his problem. It is a very costly fix dealing with the wheel bearings and sensors. My 1998 oldsmobile intrigue is a very solid car, but I believe they have a faulty ABS system on them due to the hub assemblies. The average price for such a repair that I have seen is $500- $1100. Many drivers of these cars are not getting them fixed as it is costly. Thus this there are thousands of intrigues around with the ABS turned of increasing the chances of brake failure.

Filed May 2, 2005 · Brakes · 91,000 miles · OH

The "antilock" and "brake" light came con while driving. I noticed some change in braking and immedixately went to ge it checke out. The mechanic said it was a computer component that controlled the rear braking system and that it was common for the intrigue. I then went to my mechanic who maintains my vehicle on a regular basis and he ran a computer diagnostic on my car and also said it was the computer and the motor that operates the rear brakes. This problem is not a normal wear and tear problem for cars and has endangered me and alsois very costly. Both mechanics estamate to repalce the entire system would run about $1700 and there is no way around it. I am cuurently using only my front brakes and if I would have not known to get them checked shorly after replacing both my front rotors and pads the problem would still have gone undetected

Filed Mar 22, 2005 · Brakes, Visibility · MI

The windshield wipers do not operate properly, making it difficult to see the road during inclement weather. Abs light/check light remained on, which the owner's manual informed the consumer that anti-lock brakes may not function.

Filed Dec 4, 2004 · Brakes · 76,000 miles · TN

Have had ainti-lock brake system automatically shut off, causing the brakes to lock up and release every 5 seconds.it unfortunately does not do it everyday, in order for the dealership to see the problem, I had my rotors replaced in front and turned in the back, this still has not helped the problem. Traction control system no longer works, and now the fan that blows air out of the vents, will work once and awhile. I have been told the bearings are going out in it, which means no heat, and no air. It will cost 264.00-300.00 to fix. I have had my car for 4 years, and have had nothing but problems with it.

Filed Feb 28, 2004 · Brakes, Electrical · 67,900 miles · IN · crash

1. Rack & pinion failure, 2. Serpentine belt tensioner failure (@approx 45000 mi) 3. L rr seatbelt installed twisted at factory- shoulder strap wouldn't lock for child safetyseat, dealer fixed. 4. Warped front rotors, 5. I have experienced the dash going haywire or completely out accompanied by the sensation of a slipping trans and sluggish/clunking steering (twice, once about 8 months ago and about a week before the r&p failure) 6. Two tires have had belt separation.

Filed Jan 8, 2003 · Brakes · 52,596 miles · MA

Abs indicator light illuminated. Dealer states ABS motor pack (fp part # 18024482) failed. Dealer indicates this is "common problem" for this vehicle. Dealer replaced same.

Filed Oct 1, 2002 · Brakes, Engine · MA

All three problems (ABS failure/ windshield wipers/ oil leak) described by dealer as "very common" for 1998 oldsmobile intrigues. Mr

Filed Jan 28, 2002 · Brakes · CT

While driving and when applying brake pedal to make a normal stop, brakes are pulsating and making an unusual noise. Consumer has contacted dealer. Dealer determined that brake rotors needed to be replaced. Please provide any further details.

Filed Oct 22, 2001 · Brakes · IN

Had reported noise in ABS control module 01/12/00.

Questions about the 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue brakes

Does the 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue have brakes problems?

Owners have filed 77 complaints about the brakes of the 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue, 15% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue brakes problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 91,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue brakes?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Oldsmobile Intrigue have bad brakes?

The Oldsmobile Intrigue model years with the most brakes complaints are 1998 (77 complaints), 1999 (21 complaints) and 2000 (13 complaints).

Other 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue problems

Steering 160Engine 97Seat belts 51Electrical 50Visibility 36Suspension 32Transmission 20Tires 13Body 11Fuel system 11Lights 11Airbags 10Wheels 9Acceleration 5Locks 4Seats 3

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