1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue steering problems

Filed Jun 18, 2014 · Electrical, Engine · 85,000 miles · KS

The ignition switch -- which was replaced in 2012 with a new gm dealer part -- turns by itself to the acc setting while driving (engine cuts out and power steering loses power). I suspect that this is related to the gm ignition switch recall problem, but since this model is not on the recall list, I am encountering a challenge to get it repaired. Please phone only -- not an e-mail user.

Filed Mar 14, 2014 · Electrical, Steering · 98,001 miles · AZ

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.

Filed Mar 8, 2010 · Steering · 99,000 miles · NJ

I have a 1999 oldsmobile intrigue that is having the same problems with power steering loss at low speeds that gm is having with their cobalt and pontiac models. There has been no recall on the intrigue for this problem. The mechanic can't find what is wrong with it because it does not happen all the time. This has been going on for close to 2 years. The loss of steering occurs more in hot weather.

Filed Apr 20, 2009 · Engine, Steering · 137,000 miles · NC · fire

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 oldsmobile intrigue. While driving at an unknown speed and making a left turn, the contact heard an explosion that shook her vehicle. She lost control of the steering, the battery warning light illuminated, and smoke was present underneath the hood. A relative, who is also a mechanic, stated that the fluid on the manifold caused the vehicle to begin smoking and the steering knuckle fell off of the vehicle, which could also have caused fluid to leak and smoke to appear. A few months ago, the contact heard a high pitched sound in the steering wheel. Prior to the failure, she noticed an oil leak and the dealer replaced the pistons. The VIN was unavailable. The dealer and manufacturer have not been notified. The failure and current mileages were 137,000.

Filed Nov 14, 2006 · Brakes, Engine · 104,855 miles · WI

Dt*: the contact stated on start up, the vehicle sputtered and stalled. While driving 30 MPH, the engine overheated, the check oil light and traction control lights illuminated, prior to the engine power failing. The brakes squeaked badly as the brakes were applied. The vehicle was taken to the sales/service dealer for repairs. On the first visit, the thermostat and thermostat housing were replaced. The intermediate shaft assembly was serviced and the oil and filter were replaced. The stalling continued and the vehicle was returned to the sales/service dealer, where the right portioning valve was replaced and the brake lines were bled. The oil and filter were replaced again. The power failed again while traveling 55 MPH. After inspection of the vehicle the sales manager informed the contact, the crankshaft position sensor, rear struts and steering gear needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified. Updated 12/3/2006 -

Filed Feb 22, 2006 · Steering, Transmission · 53,000 miles · NY

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.

Filed Jun 3, 2005 · Steering · 86,500 miles · MI

Steering became very loose at higher speeds (60 - 70 MPH). Difficult to maintain control.

Filed Nov 22, 2004 · Electrical, Engine · 3,589 miles · CA

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.

Filed Nov 5, 2004 · Steering · 55,000 miles · WI

When turning the vehicle it made a loud crunching sound when the weather turned cold. Consumer took vehicle to a mechanic, where it was determined that the rack and pinion steering assembly needed to be replaced.

Filed Sep 28, 2004 · Steering · 66,648 miles · KS

At approximately 66000 miles my 1999 oldsmobile intrique experienced steering problems. It wou experience very hard steering to the left. It progressed to the point that the steering rack had to be replaced at a cost of $691. They lubed to intermittent steering shaft as well. This model was not included in the recalls that was suppost to fix this problem. The intermediate shaft was replaced under warranty by oldmobile.