We taken to have the car fixed the engine light want stay out it keep coming back on what is wrong with my car.when running and when idling for e check.it want pass inspection
1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue engine problems
67 complaints (26% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 92,000. 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 67
- of this car's complaints
- 26%
- typical mileage
- 92,000
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 3
Which part fails
- Engine16
- Engine: gasoline12
- Exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe3
- Cooling system2
- Exhaust system1
- Cooling system: hoses/lines/piping/fittings1
- Cooling system: fan1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Oldsmobile Intrigue engine problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue engine
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Stalling 24Won't start 15Loss of power 8Check engine light 5Knocking 5
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
Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: hoses/lines/piping/fittings
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with a 3.8l v6 engine. Some of these vehicles were built without a heater hose clip which could allow the hose to sag and contact the oxygen sensor resulting in a coolant leak.
- Risk
- If a coolant leak were to occur, and leaking coolant contacted the hot exhaust manifold, an engine compartment fire could result.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a heater hose clip.
Recall number 98V241000 · Recall details
What 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Car will not start, not turn over or anything. Security light will come on while driving. Never know when the car will start. Have been towed to mechanic 3 times in 72 hrs. He has checked all connections and all are good. He can find nothing wrong. Will start a few times then nothing. Mechanic has put on his code reader and nothing comes up. Car will just turn off whenever. Have read many forums and tons of people are having this same problem
My 1999 oldsmobile intrigue is suffering from the same pre-existing issues as other oldsmobile intrigue's. Such as the engine and engine cooling, the exterior lighting and electrical system. I have looked on and called 18004249393 and my oldsmobile consultant 1800442653. As the only thing said is that my vehicle was not effected. I do think my vehicle was affected and here are the reasons. Tl* the contact owns a 1999 oldsmobile intrigue. The contact stated that there was an abnormal noise that progressed, which sounded like a knocking associated with the engine assembly rods. While driving an 20 MPH rate of speed, the vehicle failed to move. A local mechanic diagnosed that a rod fractured and water and oil leaked into the engine, which caused a major issue. The vehicle was was able to be driven and was parked at the home and now can only driven for a short time due to over heating (engine and engine cooling), 00v044000 (seat belts), and 14v400000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was notified, and mileage any where from 10 to 70 MPH.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 oldsmobile intrigue. The contact stated that there was an abnormal noise that progressed, which sounded like a knocking associated with the engine assembly rods. While driving an unknown rate of speed, the vehicle failed to move. A local mechanic diagnosed that a rod fractured and water and oil leaked into the engine, which caused a catastrophic engine failure without warning. The vehicle was was unable to be driven and was parked at the mechanic's repair shop. The VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 09v116000 (engine and engine cooling), 00v044000 (seat belts), and 14v400000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was not available.
Speedometer, tempature gage on the opposite side. Car still over heats after extensive repairs. Cooling fans stays on while off. Potential fire because of oil compartment fire. Visible leak.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 oldsmobile intrigue. The contact stated that immediately after servicing the vehicle under the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v701000 (engine and engine cooling). The contact noticed oil leaking from the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 210,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 oldsmobile intrigue. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v701000 (engine and engine cooling) however, the part needed to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 oldsmobile intrigue. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v701000(engine and engine cooling); however, the part to do the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect. Updated 05/03/16*lj updated 05/05/16.
Tl* the contact owned a 1999 oldsmobile intrigue. The contact stated that the vehicle caught on fire near the engine. The fire department extinguished the fire. A fire report was filed and there were no injuries reported. The vehicle was destroyed. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v701000 (engine and engine cooling) however, the remedy was not yet available. The VIN and failure mileage were not available.
Tl* the contact owned a 1999 oldsmobile intrigue. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, smoke started coming from under the hood of the vehicle. After the vehicle was parked, the contact stated that the front of the vehicle caught on fire. The fire department was able to extinguish the fire and a fire report was filed. No injuries were reported. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v701000 (engine and engine cooling). The failure mileage was 100,000.
Questions about the 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue engine
Does the 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue have engine problems?
Owners have filed 67 complaints about the engine of the 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue, 26% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue engine problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 92,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue engine?
Yes, 3 recalls: 15V701000, 09V116000, 98V241000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Oldsmobile Intrigue have bad engine?
The Oldsmobile Intrigue model years with the most engine complaints are 1998 (97 complaints), 1999 (67 complaints) and 2000 (29 complaints).
Other 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue problems
Electrical 61Steering 58Lights 31Visibility 22Brakes 21Transmission 16Suspension 15Fuel system 10Seat belts 10Body 7Acceleration 6Tires 6Airbags 3Seats 2Driver assistance 1Wheels 1
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