1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue: won't start

Filed Oct 27, 2016 · Electrical, Engine · 79,300 miles · MI

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

Filed Feb 25, 2015 · Acceleration, Electrical · IA

1999 oldsmobile intrigue. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle ignition key recall notice. *smd the consumer stated the ignition module and crank sensor were replaced several times. A recent problem developed, where the consumer was unable to turn the vehicle off. There were other times, when the vehicle would not start. Also, while driving, the headlights would come on and then go out. When the cruise control was set, it would disengage by itself and air only blew out of the right double vent and the left double vent blew out hot air.

Filed Nov 4, 2014 · Electrical · 182,000 miles · CO

I'd been noticing that my car would quit at random times a little over a year ago, at first once every month or three, then gradually worked up to maybe once or twice a week. When I received the recall notice and took my key off my key ring. I had no further quitting incidents until I took my car in to the dealer october 31st. They did their thing with my key, and my car quit ten minutes later, on the way to an urgent appointment. I got it started again, then it quit again a couple of blocks down the road. I finally made it to my appointment, 5 minutes late. I put aside the "new" key, used a spare from then on, and the car seemed fine over the weekend. But on monday morning I drove to the gym to work out, and the car would not start when I finished my workout and I walked the rest of the way to work. It started fine that evening, then again this morning, but conked out half way to work again. I got it started again before it coasted to a stop, but this is getting ridiculous. I think the recall is a failure, and gm needs to do something much more than replacing the key head for it to be effective. If I wasn't a strong man, I could have had many serious accidents by now.

Filed Sep 23, 2014 · Electrical · 107,400 miles · OH

3 months ago my electrical started going haywire. Turn signals, dash, lights, windows. Most occur while turning car on. It's hit and miss whether it starts. Battery drains sometimes no rhyme or reason. It starts without incident one day and then needs recharged the next. I've had multiple people tell me an aray of different possibilities, alternator, ignition switch, battery, worn down key, leaving something on etc. I believe the problem occurs because the key can come in and out while in any position. Because of this I believe the battery is being drained because people are unaware that they are removing the key while it is still in the acc or on position. This doesnt explain why various electrical components aren't working at full capacity all the time. I did notice that the hit and miss quality wasn't as severe once I removed all extras from the key after receiving the recall notice a week ago. I started to pay more attention to what was going on to see if perhaps the issue was related last sunday the battery seemed dead again and the car wouldn't start. I tried several times until I got things to light up but then the key slipped out while trying to start it. I slipped the key back in and now it won't turn to either the off or start positions. It remains in acc or on positions only. Even if I charged the battery I wouldn't be able to start it or turn the electrical accessories off to keep the battery from draining again. From what I can tell, the recall doesn't actually replace the ignition switch it only modifies the keys to keep the ignition switch from becoming faulty. What am I supposed to do since the problem has already occurred? Even though the part that the recall was issued for caused my problem, will I have to pay out of pocket to fix the actual problem? Who do I contact if they will fix the problem?

Filed Jul 22, 2014 · Electrical, Engine · CA

This car is an electrical nightmare. The intrigue seems to have so many of the same alero problems, but no resolution from gm regarding them. Vehicle continually will: not start, start and then die, have the instrument cluster go haywire (all gauges drop to the bottom, then jump back up, lights coming on then going off - ABS, check engine, service engine, etc) additionally - security (passlock) light will come on sometimes when the instrument cluster goes nuts, and then will stay on. This often leads to a no-start condition. If battery is disconnected for a few minutes, this will usually resolve the issue. Sometimes, when there's a no-start (no cranking) - turning the car to acc, and then moving the shifter through a couple gears, will resolve the issue. When there's a no-start (with cranking) - this can eventually be resolved by disconnecting the battery for a long time. The gauges going crazy while driving: often, when not actively pressing the accelerator, the gauges will drop to the bottom (empty gas tank light comes on, RPM, gas, and heat needles drop to zero; speed usually remains functional). When pressing the accelerator, they all pop back up to functional (only to drop again when there's no acceleration). The key - can be taken out of the ignition switch while the car is running, with no resistance. I have replaced: battery multiple times, battery cables once, the ignition switch & cylinder have been replaced at least once or twice by a mechanic trying to resolve the issue; wiring harnesses within the engine compartment and below the steering wheel have been replaced.

Filed Jul 23, 2010 · Electrical · 81,203 miles · FL

The car on intermittent basis, will not start. All systems check, good battery-starter-fuel pump primes up,but does not turn over. Give it 5-10 mins, then starts right up. Happens at least 3 times per week. This problem been on and off for last two years. Had car at dealer, said it was the starter-changed starter, still problem existed. Also security light illuminates as well.

Filed Jul 23, 2010 · Electrical, Lights · 114,902 miles · FM

Turn signal/hazard flashers.on occasion will not work period, or turn on with no blinking. Wiggling the hazard switch can bring back the flashing/flickering. Replaced part once for the same reason, was good for three months,but it came back again. The irony, the car has an no start/security light problem, but when I installed the new hazard flasher, I did not have the no start problem until the hazard switch failed again. Now it makes one wonder if the hazard switch plays a roll in the security/passkey no start scenario. Secondly, I see the recall for the impala/malibu/ monte carlogrand am/ grand prix/alero. The security light and passlock issue, if tripped will cut fuel supply, I still hear the fuel pump priming, as passkey is not a starter kill, it is rather a fuel kill. I also replaced the starter/and ignition switch, and still this problem exists. Therefore, I have two issues, first the turn signal that dies out, until you wiggle the hazard switch might bring it back. And a second independent issue of the security light/no start issue. The security light can be on, and the vehicle will restart no problem, and times with no security light , and no start. I mean by no start, the car will not turn/crank period. General motors should be involved in this matter, these are defective parts, that are widespread and not just at random. General motors needs to act properly, and the federal safety agency should follow up on this matter closely to find a proper repair rather than guessing what the problem is. Thank you

Filed Apr 17, 2007 · Electrical · 80,000 miles · IA

Oldsmobile intrigue 1999 randomly the security light will come on and sometimes the car will not start for exactly 10 minutes. It has become very annoying because it has caused me to be late for several engagements. I have taken the car to the local gm dealer multiple times while under warranty and each time they claim they replaced the "broken part", but still after a couple of months it comes back and once again it won't start.

Filed Nov 24, 2006 · Engine · 91,000 miles · NY

Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle would not start. While examining the engine, exhaust fumes shot out into the contact's face. There was a recall #98v241000 regarding the engine and engine cooling:cooling system:hose. The dealer was contacted who determined the vehicle was not included in a recall due to the VIN. The vehicle has not been examined or repaired.

Filed Feb 13, 2006 · Fuel system · 110,000 miles · MD · 1 injury

My 1999 oldsmobile intrigue would not start. I put the hood up and told my girlfriend to start the car. When she did it backfired into the intake and blew up in my face. I lost hearing in my left ear for about 4 days. Car got towed to chance's automotive in easton, maryland. Since I have full coverage on the car I got a rental vehicle through the insurance company. Weeks later the insurance company says that there is a recall on my car. However I was never notified by any manufacturer saying so. Since there was/is a recall on my car the insurance company says that they will not pay for the cost of my car being fixed. So I call a local general motors dealership. The general motors dealership says that they do not have any information about this recall and they are not going to fix it because they do not have a record saying there is a recall on my car. I have called my insurance company numerous times trying to find what website they were using to obtain this information. Finally after weeks they give me your website. I searched the reports with 3 recall numbers(which 2 do not exist;96v1160000 and 03v473000) that the insurance company gave me. Recall # 04v09000 is listed in your database but the recall does not specifically mention my car, a 1999 oldsmobile intrigue. However the motor you specify is the same motor in my car. From this information I do not know whom should take responsibility for it. I have been getting the run around for a month now from the insurance company and the local general motors dealership. I have a rental vehicle which have to go back tomorrow, february 14, 2006. I have a 10 year old son who I have to take to school everyday and I have a career of my own. Without transportation I cannot provide for my child. I just want these mess to be solved. If you could help me in any way possible please contact me. My name is [xxx] and my number is [xxx] if no answer please call [xxx]. *nm information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6

Filed Nov 2, 2005 · Electrical · WA

Passlock system failure, car will not start, key 'chip' fading.

Filed Jul 9, 2005 · Electrical · 78,000 miles · MA

The car would not start. After several attempts the security light came on indicating a problem with the passlock system. I kept trying and the car finally started. I brought the car to a mechanic who told me the ignition switch needed to be replaced. I was told this was a very common problem with gms and gm knows about it. The switch was $185.00 and with labor the bill came to $350.00. The oldsmobile dealer said this was such a common problem with these cars that they keep many switches in stock.