The contact owns a 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start as intended. The contact turned the key to the on position; however, the vehicle failed to start immediately. The contact stated that the vehicle started after several attempts; however, occasionally the vehicle took one or two days to start. The contact stated that several independent mobile mechanics had stopped by the residence to inspect the vehicle and it was confirmed that the body control module had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The contact related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 14V400000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). The failure mileage was approximately 55,000.
The worst 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Electrical34
- Engine13
- Steering10
- Lights8
- Brakes4
- Airbags3
- Transmission3
- Seat belts2
- Seats2
- Suspension2
- Fuel system1
- Locks1
- Tires1
- Visibility1
- Wheels1
Specific symptoms reported on the 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue
Recalls 1
Electrical system: ignition
- What is wrong
- This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on July 3, 2014, that they are recalling 5,877,718 model year 2000-2005 Chevrolet Impala and Monte Carlo, 1997-2003 Chevrolet Malibu, 2004-2005 Malibu Classic, 1999-2004 Oldsmobile Alero, 1998-2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue, 1999-2005 Pontiac Grand Am and 2004-2008 Pontiac Grand Prix vehicles. In these models, the weight on the key ring and/or road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.
- Risk
- If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will install two key rings and an insert in the key slot or a cover over the key head on all ignition keys, free of charge. The recall began on September 9, 2014. GM's number for this recall is 14350.
Recall number 14V400000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue 350
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.
- Unknown or other
- Electrical system
- Unknown or other
- Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles
- This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as...
- This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Service Programming System (SPS)...
- This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new General Motors replacement...
- This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake...
- This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil...
2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L 6‑cyl | FWD | 18 | 27 | 21 |
What 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Parked car at work, sat for 7 hours, would not start at end of shift. Acted like dead battery but with no click. Jump started, while driving noticed the following not working: speedometer, odometer, trip mileage, fuel gage, dash lights, tachometer, other warning lights lit up. Parked at home, shut engine down, restarted, all areas functioning properly. Left over night, next morning same problems with exception dash lights came on. All lights dim when ignition is engaged.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 oldsmobile intrigue. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced a complete loss of power and the odometer failed to display the mileage of the vehicle. The contact also stated that the exterior tail lamp failed to illuminate. The vehicle was taken to cable dahmer buick gmc of independence (3107 s noland rd, independence, mo) where it was repaired per the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system); however, the failure recurred. The dealer did not diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was notified and did not assist since the recall repair was already performed. The failure mileage was not provided.
I have a 02 olds intrigue and it has a flickering in intensity issue with the headlights. This is a driving distraction not just for me but anyone in front of me ...as they may feel brighted or it may distract them and they may vere away from me. I have had people slow down when directly in front of me because they thought I was signaling them with my lights, also god forbid a cop ever see my car doing this here in mo they may think I'm warning others of a cop in the area. I've read up on this and gm says its normal operation but yet many of us owners are having the same issues. They put out different altenators but the only one I've read abt success with cost upwards of $400+ dollars. This is a defective altenator issue that drops out for a few seconds and thats what causes the pulsing of lights. If I wanted to be in a dance hall I would go, my vision is already compromised and this is a serious distraction.
Seat heater burned through the seat and melted my coat.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 oldsmobile intrigue. While driving approximately 10 MPH, the vehicle did not kick into first gear until after driving approximately three blocks. The contact also stated that the security system lock. Additionally, the brakes jerked and failed to stop the vehicle right away. The ABS indicator illuminated and disappeared. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The mechanic showed the contact how to temporarily lock the security system from the trunk until the ignition switch was replaced. The failures recurred several times. The mechanic was unable to diagnose the brake failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 136,000.
Tl* the contact owned a 2002 oldsmobile intrigue. While driving 20 MPH, the vehicle stalled in the middle of traffic and the steering wheel seized. As a result, a tractor trailer crashed into the passenger side door of the contact's vehicle. The vehicle spun around numerous times onto the other side of the road and crashed into a guardrail. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact sustained injuries to the head and right shoulder that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was destroyed. The VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v400000 (air bags). The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000. The VIN was not included.
Owner noticed car was going threw oil. At first no leak was found and owner thought the vehicle was burning it internally. Brought car in for a diagnosis for another issue that was occurring at the time and noticed that there was smoke coming from the rear manifold. Took a look and it turns out valve covers are leaking. Car was switched from conventional oil to synthetics which had made it more noticeable. Earlier oldsmobile intrigue models have a recall for the same issue but not with the 2002 models. The recall number is 09v116000. Vehicle has had no loss in performance.
2002 oldsmobile intrigue. Consumer seeks reimbursement for ignition switch recall notice repairs. *smd the vehicle would not start the brake and security lights were on.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 oldsmobile intrigue. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start and the security warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was unable to be diagnosed. The failure recurred and the vehicle was eventually repaired by a local mechanic. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 60,000.
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Questions about the 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue
Is the 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue reliable?
Owners have filed 64 complaints about the 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue, fewer than a typical Intrigue model year.
What is the 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue year score?
The 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue scores 84 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Oldsmobile Intrigue: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue?
Electrical system, with 34 complaints, typically around 76,000 miles. Next is engine (13).
How many recalls does the 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue have?
1 recall, covering electrical system.
Was there a recall on the 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue electrical?
Yes, 1 recall: 14V400000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Oldsmobile Intrigue have the most electrical problems?
The Oldsmobile Intrigue model years with the most electrical complaints are 2000 (71 complaints), 1999 (61 complaints) and 1998 (50 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue get?
Official estimates for the 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue range from 21 mpg combined. The most efficient version (3.5L 6-cyl, FWD) gets 18 city and 27 highway.
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