Tl* the contact owns a 1998 oldsmobile intrigue. The contact stated that the windshield wipers stopped working while driving approximately 55 MPH in the rain. The failure occurred three other times and, sometimes, the wipers would remain in the up position and would not move. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired twice for the same failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The vehicle was not repaired again. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000. Updated 01/11/2017*ct
1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue: windshield wiper failure
16 of the 510 complaints about the 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue describe windshield wiper failure.
- owner complaints
- 16
- of this car's complaints
- 3%
- typical mileage
- 86,000
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 8 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below
Windshield wiper failure by model year
- 20021
- 20007
- 19992
- 199816
What owners say
The windshield wipers on this vehicle have worked poorly for years and are getting worse with time. For a long time, they would just stop. We took the vehicle in for repair and the repair man simply tightened a bolt. From that point on, we did that on our own whenever the wipers stopped. Now for the past year or so, there have been times, just like the one last week, when my husband was on his way home from work and the wipers stopped and wouldn't come back on at all! He was stuck on the side of the expressway, in a horrible rainstorm, for 40 minutes. Very unsafe. We have spent a lot of time, money and countless worry on this problem and think it should be taken care of. We would like to give this car to our son who is leaving for college in a few months, but worry about this issue.
This has happened twice so far. The first time, my windshield wipers stopped in a vertical position instead of the normal horizontal position. I was told by the dealer ship, that the manufacturer stated this happens due to the stopping mechanism getting wet. My warranty wouldn't cover it because it was a weather related repair. I guess I am supposed to drive my car with a big tarp over it, so that nothing gets wet? I paid $300 to get a new wiper motor etc. About 10 months later, the same thing happens. I am not paying another $300 to fix it, if it is going to keep happening. I think that the manufacturers should look into this as being a recall. If something is getting wet inside the wiper motor, and $300 isn't going to fix it........
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.
Wiper blades mechanism failed; first driver's side than passenger side during this winter; initially erratic behavior under load (wind load at high speeds) than mechanical failure under snow load.
The windshield wipers started out working intermittently at first, now the wipers do not work at all. The consumer was informed by a mechanic that the wiper arm needed replacement. The manufacturer and the dealer are aware of the problem.
Windshield wipers stopped/parked in the straight up position, causing visibility issues. Only happens when it gets cold .
All three problems (ABS failure/ windshield wipers/ oil leak) described by dealer as "very common" for 1998 oldsmobile intrigues. Mr
Windshiled wipers are not working. Contacted dealer, and dealer will take a look at vehicle. *ak
Windshield wipers work intermittenly. Contacted dealer, and dealer stated that is was consumer's fault that windshield wipers would not work. Consumer has had windshield wipers replaced already twice.
I have had two drivers side windshield wiper failures with this vehicle. The dealer had "tighented" a bolt after the first failure. It didnt take long for the wiper to quit working again. The first failure was during a very heavy rain - the second was while using the wiper washer control - why cant they fix this problem.
Windshield wipers failed to park correctly. They park up in the field of view.
Service bulletins that may apply
- Poor radio reception or radio static/ increased interference with rear window defogger on or some rear...
- Parts availability for sunroof repairs
- Subject regarding HVAC temperature difference side to side and/or diagnostic trouble codes B0361, B0441 set
- Some customers may comment that the black plastic housing around the outside rear view mirror turns chalky...
- Customer may complain that the chime sounds when key is removed from ignition, intermittent operation of...
- Comments on switching between local stations or cross talk in metropolitan areas with several strong AM...
- Some owners may comment that the door glass sticks in the full up position
- Condition with windshield wiper arms/blades park at incorrect location
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue wipers
Is windshield wiper failure a common problem on the 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue?
16 of 510 owner complaints about the 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue (3%) mention windshield wiper failure. The model year with the most reports is 1998.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue?
There are 0 recalls and 8 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 20Stalling 17Power steering loss 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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