2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue.

20002002
Complaints
173
Crashes
9
Fires
1
Injuries
5
Fatalities
Recalls
1

Worst 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue Problems

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

#122 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:84,704 mi
#219 complaints

Exterior Lighting:Headlights

Avg mileage:32,700 mi
Crash-related:1
#311 complaints

Automatic Transmission

Avg mileage:54,037 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue.

Electrical Faults
22
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
84,704
Exterior Lighting:Headlights
19
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
32,700
Automatic Transmission
11
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
54,037
Exterior Lighting:Turn Signal
10
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
51,093
Headlight/Taillight Failures
9
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
79,083
Steering Defects
6
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
101,500
Engine Problems
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
108,333
Interior Lighting
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
70,000
Airbags
4
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Exterior Lighting:Hazard Flashing Warning Lights
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Wiring
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wiring & Fuses
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Exterior Lighting:Hazard Flashing Warning Lights:Switch
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Horn
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Exterior Lighting:Turn Signal:Flasher Unit
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Floor Shift
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering:Rack And Pinion
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering:Rack And Pinion:Rack
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension:Front
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2001 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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2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue — FAQ

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

Is the 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue has 173 NHTSA complaints, 9 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 22 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (22 complaints, avg 84,704 mi); Exterior Lighting:Headlights (19 complaints, avg 32,700 mi); Automatic Transmission (11 complaints, avg 54,037 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 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 66,696 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue?
NHTSA complaints for the 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue include 9 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 5 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 2001 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 2001 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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