2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue.

19992001
Complaints
296
Crashes
19
Fires
4
Injuries
12
Fatalities
Recalls
1

Worst 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#153 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:133,200 mi
Crash-related:2
#228 complaints

Exterior Lighting:Headlights

Avg mileage:52,850 mi
#316 complaints

Steering Defects

Avg mileage:92,277 mi
Crash-related:3
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue.

Electrical Faults
53
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
133,200
Exterior Lighting:Headlights
28
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
52,850
Steering Defects
16
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
92,277
Headlight/Taillight Failures
13
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
98,000
Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
48,000
Steering:Rack And Pinion
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
63,926
Airbags
6
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
Avg Miles
155,667
Engine & Cooling
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
48,540
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
42,517
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
52,517
Tire Defects
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine Problems
5
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
154,613
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
113,360
Interior Lighting
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
70,500
Wheel Issues
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
61,833
Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Automatic Transmission
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
4
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Ignition
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wiring & Fuses
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Frontal
2
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Ignition:Anti-Theft:Control Module
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Ignition:Module
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~5,877,718 vehicles.

14V400000Electrical System:ignition
~5,877,718 affected

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.

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2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue has 296 NHTSA complaints, 19 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 53 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (53 complaints, avg 133,200 mi); Exterior Lighting:Headlights (28 complaints, avg 52,850 mi); Steering Defects (16 complaints, avg 92,277 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 94,466 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue?
NHTSA complaints for the 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue include 19 crash-related reports, 4 fire reports, 12 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 5,877,718 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Oldsmobile Intrigue reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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