1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 1 |
| 1997 | 1 |
| 1998 | 510 |
| 1999 | 256 |
| 2000 | 200 |
| 2001 | 108 |
| 2002 | 64 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
13% of complaints: steering — 68 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY8% of complaints: steering — 42 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY7% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 35 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
ABS BRAKES FAILED WHEN COMSUMER APPLIED BRAKES THE CAR SURGED FOWARD CAUSING ACCIDENT.
NHTSA ODI report, 19981014
WHEN TRAVELING AT 25-35 MP AND DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL TO MAKE A GRADUAL STOP, THE BRAKES STARTED GRABBING. PEDAL TRAVELED TO THE FLOOR, RESULTING IN EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE, CAUSING AN ACCIDENT. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED THE DEALER.
NHTSA ODI report, 19980730
6% of complaints: engine — 29 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
The engine had a fire and the ignition switch is very hard Do turn, it would be available for inspection. The fire happen while driving down the highway. I have an appointment set with dealership.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240210
MY SON WAS DRIVING THE CAR AND IT STARTED MAKING A NOISE AND I PULLED OVER AND CHECKED AND DIDN'T SEE ANYTHING AND CONTINUED DRIVING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180306
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 1998 OLDSMOBILE INTRIGUE. WHILE THE ENGINE WAS RUNNING, FLAMES IGNITED UNDER THE HOOD OF THE VEHICLE ON THE DRIVER SIDE. THE FIRE WAS EXTINGUISHED BY THE FIRE DEPARTMENT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20140918
5% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 24 distinct reports on file.
FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I AM WRITING THIS FOR MY HUSBAND. MY DAUGHTER'S CAR (WHICH IS IN MY NAME) WAS PARKED IN HER DRIVEWAY FOR 3 WEEKS WHILE SHE WAS OUT OF THE COUNTRY. THIS MORNING APPROX. 10:30AM., TUE. 17TH.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120417
SAFETY TIMELINE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE OWNER MANUALS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIREMENT INFORMATION PERTAINING TO THE VEHICLE HEADLAMP AIMING DEVICE. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FMV
Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE MAILED AN OWNER MANUAL'S INSERT WHICH CONTAINS THE APPROPRIATE INFORMATION.
Campaign 98V103000 — check if this car was fixed
REAR SAFETY BELT MALFUNCTION
WINDSHIELD WIPER
REAR SHOULDER BELT MALFUNCTION
WINDSHIELD WIPER
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES WERE BUILT WITH REAR SEAT SHOULDER BELTS THAT COULD TWIST, ALLOWING THE WEBBING TO BE JAMMED IN THE RETRACTOR. WHEN THE SHOULDER BE
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REMOVE ANY TWISTS FROM THE REAR SHOULDER BELT(S) AND INSTALL CLIPS TO THE BELT WEB GUIDE TO PREVENT TWISTING.
Campaign 00V044000 — check if this car was fixed
STEERING RACK AND PINION
POWER RACK AND PINION STEERING FAILURE
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES
POWER RACK AND PINION STEERING FAILURE
POWER RACK AND PINION STEERING FAILURE
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES HAVE LOWER PINION BEARINGS IN THE POWER RACK AND PINION ASSEMBLY IN WHICH THE RETAINER TABS WERE NOT CRIMPED PROPERLY. THESE RETAINERS COULD FAIL AND PERMIT THE BALL BEARI
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW LOWER PINION BEARING UNLESS INSPECT OF THE EXISTING BEARING INDICATES THAT REPLACEMENT OF THE GEAR ASSEMBLY IS NECESSARY. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 5, 2004.
Campaign 03V527000 — check if this car was fixed
DORMAN PRODUCTS IS RECALLING 3,900 INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFTS DORMAN PART NOS. 425-151, 425-152, AND 425-153, (SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS" BRAND NAME), BALKAMP #'S 7-3057, 7-3058, 7-3059 (SOL
Remedy: DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE STEERING SHAFTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 16, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN TOLL FREE AT 1-800-523-2492.
Campaign 08E063000 — check if this car was fixed
DORMAN IS RECALLING 979 STEERING KNUCKLES, DORMAN P/NOS. 697-902 AND 697-903, SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS<SUP>TM</SUP>" BRAND NAME, AND NAPA P/NOS. 7-8502 AND 7-8503 WHICH WERE SOLD FOR REPLACEM
Remedy: DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING KNUCKLES FREE OF CHARGE AND REIMBURSE THE REPAIR FACILITY OR OWNER FOR LABOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT D
Campaign 09E005000 — check if this car was fixed
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 EQUIPP
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ENGINEÂS FRONT VALVE COVER AND FRONT-VALVE-COVER GASKET WITH NEW PARTS OF AN IMPROVED DESIGN AND REMOVE THE ENGINEÂS PLASTIC COVER AND PLASTIC OIL-FILL-TUBE EXTENSION, FREE
Campaign 09V116000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
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.
Campaign 14V400000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
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 engineÂs front valve cover and gasket.
Campaign 15V701000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for steering issues (68 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for steering issues (42 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (35 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 98V103000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 00V044000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 03V527000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 08E063000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 09E005000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 09V116000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V400000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V701000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue?
The most-reported component is steering:rack and pinion, accounting for 13% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue have?
8 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.