Tl* the contact owns a 1998 oldsmobile intrigue. While driving 45 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 200,000. The VIN was not available.
1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue: engine stalls while driving
17 of the 510 complaints about the 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue describe engine stalls while driving.
- owner complaints
- 17
- of this car's complaints
- 3%
- typical mileage
- 140,000
- recalls
- 2
Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls and 7 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Engine stalls while driving by model year
What owners say
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 oldsmobile intrigue. The contact stated that while making a u-turn, the vehicle suddenly stalled causing the power steering and power brakes to also stop working. The contact lost control of the vehicle during the incident and crashed into a curb. The contact suffered a neck injury. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 200,000.
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.
We purchased a 1998 oldsmobile intrigue in october of 2009. Within just a few weeks, we began experiencing difficulty with the passlock security system. Our keys were not being recognized. This resulted in periodic stalling, sometimes while trying to get through an intersection. The problem has gotten so bad that we are unable to start the car at all. Many people are experiencing this same problem. Please make gm pay for this repair.
Dt: 1998 oldsmobile intrigue. While driving at any speed the vehicle stalled. The dashboard lights came on only after the car stalled. Had coast to the side of the road, tried several times to restart vehicle. It finally restarted. After several days vehicle stalled again. Had the car on diagnostic test and they could not duplicate the problem or find anything anything wrong. Diagnostic test was done twice. Replaced all the gaskets, the brain box, fuel filter. Spent several thousands of dollars for repairs. This problem started about 6 months ago. *ak updated 11/02/05
While driving 65 MPH check engine light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. Suddenly, the vehicle stalled. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, an d mechanic determined that the engine needed to be replaced.
While driving vehicle stalled. The consumer was unable to restart vehicle, and had it towed to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic determined that the battery cables needed replacement due to corrosion. *ak the battery post leaked acid which melted and fused the post. The coolant light was intermittent, and the A/C control head did not read properly.
While driving at 70 MPH steering wheel locked, and consumer lost control of the vehicle. It swerved back and forth across the high way. Vehicle eventually stopped in the middle of the highway where it stalled. After a few seconds vehicle was started as if nothing had happened. *ak the vehicle spun in a 180 degree angle and had come to a stop facing traffic that followed.
While driving the consumer heard a pop then the vehicle stalled and caught on fire. *mr *ts
Consumer states a serious wiring problem exists between battery's side mounted positive terminal and the vehicle's chassis. While driving the vehicle stalled without warning. Upon inspection, consumer discovered that wiring was very tight and close to battery holder resulting in a short. Consumer states affecting wiring could possibly cause alternator and battery to fail simultaneously while driving. Ts
Ongoing problem with engine stalling/shut down intermittently. Vehicle been in dealer shop on several occasions, and problem still reoccurring. Feel free to provide any further information.
Consumer states while driving home vehicle stalled and would not start again, consumer has replaced fuel pump numerous times.
Service bulletins that may apply
- Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
- Engine coolant consumption or coolant leak (inspect for material degradation/replace intake manifolds) tt...
- New upper intake manifold and gasket kits
- New rear main seal and special tool for installation
- Some owners may comment on a repeat engine oil pan leak
- Experiencing excessive engine coolant consumption, or an engine coolant leak near or under the throttle...
Related recalls
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
- What is wrong
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 1998-1999 Chevrolet Lumina and Oldsmobile Intrigue, 1997-2004 Buick Regal and Pontiac Grand Prix, 2000-2004 Chevrolet Impala, and 1998-2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vehicles. The affected vehicles were previously repaired under recalls 08V‑118, 09V‑116, and 15V‑201 to address the possibility that engine oil may drip onto the hot exhaust manifold.
- Risk
- Engine oil that drips onto the hot surface of the exhaust manifold may result in a fire.
- Remedy
- The remedy applied under recalls 08V‑118, 09V‑116, and 15V‑201 did not adequately remove the safety risk. Under the improved remedy, dealers will replace the engines front valve cover and gasket. Vehicles that are covered by recalls 08V‑118, 09V‑116, or 15V‑201 that have not yet received the original remedy will instead receive the improved remedy under the original recall number. The recall began on February 19, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1‑800‑222‑1020, Buick customer service at 1‑800‑521‑7300, Oldsmobile customer service at 1‑800‑442‑6537 and Pontiac customer service at 1‑800‑458‑8006. GM's number for this recall is 15757. Note: Until the improved remedy has been applied, owners are advised to park their vehicle outside since the fire risk exists even when the vehicle is unattended.
Recall number 15V701000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling
- What is wrong
- General motors is recalling 1,497,516 my 1997-2003 buick regal, my 1998-2003 chevrolet lumina, monte carlo and impala, my 1998-1999 oldsmobile intrigue, my 1997-2003 pontiac grand prix vehicles equipped with a 3.8l v6 naturally aspirated engine. Some of these vehicles have a condition in which drops of engine oil may be deposited on the exhaust manifold through hard braking.
- Risk
- If the manifold is hot enough and the oil runs below the heat shield, it may ignite into a small flame and may spread to the plastic spark plug wire channel and beyond increasing the risk of an engine compartment fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the engines front valve cover and front-valve-cover gasket with new parts of an improved design and remove the engines plastic cover and plastic oil-fill-tube extension, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during may 2016. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438, oldsmobile at 1‑800‑630‑6537, and pontiac at 1‑800‑620‑7668 or http://www.pontiac.com or http:www.gmownercenter.com.
Recall number 09V116000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue stalling
Is engine stalls while driving a common problem on the 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue?
17 of 510 owner complaints about the 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue (3%) mention engine stalls while driving. The model year with the most reports is 1999.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue?
There are 2 recalls and 7 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue
Fire or smoke 31Harsh shifting 23ABS 20Steering noise 20Power steering loss 16Wipers 16Seat belt 13Premature wear 11Grinding brakes 9Knocking 8Loss of power 8Won't start 8Ball joint 7Overheating 6Steering lock-up 6Brake failure 5Check engine light 5Shudder 5Tire blowout 5Transmission failure 5
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