When driving my 1999 oldsmobile intrigue at approximately 45mph I hit a very large pot hole in the street. It jarred the vehicle and switched the ignition in my vehicle off. I lost power in the vehicle and my ability to properly steer the vehicle. I was thankfully in a lane where I was able to pull the vehicle over without issue (power steering was not available and the wheel was almost locked and it required a lot of pulling to be able to pull over) and restart the car. I did have a large/heavy key ring on my keys at that time.
1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue: sudden loss of power
8 of the 256 complaints about the 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue describe sudden loss of power.
- owner complaints
- 8
- of this car's complaints
- 3%
- typical mileage
- 74,460
- recalls
- 3
Is there a fix? There are 3 recalls and 12 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Sudden loss of power by model year
- 20022
- 20011
- 20003
- 19998
- 19988
What owners say
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle stalled out while attempting to make a left turn at 10 MPH and there was a loss of all power. There is a the federal safety agency recall, #03v527000, regarding the steering. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it is not included in the recall due to the VIN. The vehicle was seen by a dealer and repairs were made as instructed in the recall. Updated 2/9/2006 - as of 2/24/2006 the vehicle has not been repaired. On 2/10/06 the dealer replaced the transmission pressure control solenoid and replaced mass air flow sensor.
Power steering assist (rack/pinion-long shaft) unit second failure. *bf the right rear weather strip was deformed, engine stalled shortly after starting, pulsating noise coming from the front end, tire noise, right rear window inoperative, clunking noise in the front end when turning, the battery light had come on for 20 minutes but the problem but was actually coolant light, the engine would crank but no start, the vehicle would run rough and dies, failed ignition switch, failed crankshaft sensor, remote was not working, lost power steering on a left turn and still had power on right turns, there was an oil leak, there was excessive wear of the intermediate steering shaft, and excessive play in the left front hub and bearing assembly.
While driving on icy or slippery roads, the low tracking indicator came on soon after the vehicle lost power. The consumer had to shift the vehicle into park to restart it. *ak *sc
While driving consumer lost power steering when making a left hand turn. The dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
1999 oldsmobile intrigue - this car has been nothing but trouble since the first day I purchased it. The rack and pinion steering had to be replaced, this did not correct the problem with loose steering, along the car losing power steering and stalling. I have been driving on the interstate at 50-60 miles an hour, the car will cut off on you. I make a habit to drive in the right lane, so that I can pull over and stall out on the side of the road. I try and stay off the interstate because if a truck or bad driver is behind me that could really cause problems (accident/death). I have had major mechanical repairs done to this car, nothing helps. I can not afford to at this moment get another car but as soon as I am able I am going to get rid of it. General motors should not have been allow to sell this type of dangerous product to the public. These incidents are still going on problem. The latest being yesterday, I suddenly lost my power steering while driving.
Failure has occurred 8 times over the course of 6 months. Is intermitent. Have located 6 other related complaints on website (8006686, 865102, 876204, 891030, 891223, 891505). Dealer first determined code, needed to upgrade computer. Now, new code indicates faulty crankcase position sensor. When engine dies, no indication on dashboard. Lost power steering and brakes. This is a major safety hazard.
At night while driving at 60mph vehicle lost all power and stalled without prior warning. Consumer was able to restart vehicle immediately after. Consumer contacted dealer, but dealer could not find cause, they recalculated the power train control module per a bulletin, and since then the problem still happens intermittently.
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...
- Engine lifter tick noise
- Dealers may comment on a chuggle, surge, misfire condition
- New upper intake manifold and gasket kits
- New rear main seal and special tool for installation
- Engine intake manifold coolant leak
- Some owners may comment on a repeat engine oil pan leak
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
Questions about the 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue loss of power
Is sudden loss of power a common problem on the 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue?
8 of 256 owner complaints about the 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue (3%) mention sudden loss of power. The model year with the most reports is 1998.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue?
There are 3 recalls and 12 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue
Headlights 27Stalling 24Won't start 15Fire or smoke 9Power steering loss 9Ball joint 6Check engine light 5Knocking 5Harsh shifting 5Steering lock-up 5Steering noise 5
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