2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue: headlights failing or too dim

Filed Sep 28, 2017 · Electrical, Lights · 21,200 miles · MO

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.

Filed Jul 3, 2014 · Electrical, Lights · 113,000 miles · WI

Intermittent problem of dash cluster lights, steering wheel control lights,gear selector lights,climate control lights going completely out or in operative. Turning headlamp switch to on position vs. Automatic setting makes no change in problem. Intermittent nature is also tied to display in radio flashing bright a few times and then all affected lights going out.

Filed Jun 10, 2010 · Electrical · 76,000 miles · FL

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 oldsmobile intrigue. The contact stated that she experienced recurring failures with the electrical system. When the hazards lights are turned on the driver's side rear window opened. The headlights intermittently turned off while driving various speeds. When the cruise control was activated, the cruise control buttons became extremely hot. The front passenger side window also intermittently malfunctions. The oil change service light shuts on and off when the vehicle does not need an oil change. The contact stated that the engine warning light intermittently turns on and off. The failures had not been diagnosed by the dealer. The failure mileage was 76,000 and the current mileage was 93,000.

Filed Feb 13, 2007 · Lights, Visibility · 00

Turned car off and wipers stayed up in view of driver after turning car back on. Same time low beam headlights stoped working! Only high beam work!

Filed Oct 21, 2003 · Lights · OH

When driving at night, the headlights flashed off and on. The owner has contacted the dealership. *ak pennsylvania highway patrol stopped the consumer and asked if there was problem since the headlights were flashing on and off. Consume stated what the problem was and was advised to get the vehicle off the road. Dealership was contacted and stated they were aware of the defect and it was the air pump. They considered this normal. *ph

Filed Jun 9, 2003 · Electrical · KY

Headlights flicker on and off while driving. When the air conditioning is engaged, problem becomes worse. Consumer has taken vehicle to dealer 4 times for repairs. Dealer has diagnosed problem as a short term voltage drop within the electrical system and has even replaced the alternator, but was unable to correct issue.

Filed Nov 22, 2002 · Electrical · WI

The headlights and interior lights would dim without any cause, intermittently. The manufacture has submitted a report about the "dim" failure. The dealership was not able to replicate failure, so no repair was performed. Please describe details. Ts

Filed Oct 22, 2002 · Electrical · AL

Consumer states her headlights goes out any time-without warning, she has had the auto repaired and looked at about three times. The last 2 times has been a problem with the headlights. She also states she has had to drive this auto about 3 miles at approx 3 am in the morning with no lights. Mr

Filed Dec 13, 2001 · Electrical, Lights · MO

Headlights are very dim and look yellowish. Also, dealer replaced alternator, and all switches on dash get very hot. Consumer is afraid a fire may start. Please provide any further information.