2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue.

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Complaints
91
Crashes
6
Fires
1
Injuries
2
Fatalities
Recalls
1

Worst 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue Problems

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

#123 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:81,331 mi
Crash-related:1
#27 complaints

Steering Defects

Avg mileage:44,295 mi
#35 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:102,200 mi
Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue.

Electrical Faults
23
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
81,331
Steering Defects
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
44,295
Engine Problems
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
102,200
Headlight/Taillight Failures
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
89,300
Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Ignition:Switch
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Exterior Lighting:Headlights
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
2
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Ignition
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Automatic Transmission
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Pump
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering:Rack And Pinion
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Frontal
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Body Control Module/Bcm
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Ignition:Anti-Theft:Control Module
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Starter Assembly
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Starter Assembly:Relay
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline:Belts And Associated Pulleys
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches / Locks
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belts:Front:Webbing
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2002 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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2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue — FAQ

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

Is the 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue has 91 NHTSA complaints, 6 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 23 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (23 complaints, avg 81,331 mi); Steering Defects (7 complaints, avg 44,295 mi); Engine Problems (5 complaints, avg 102,200 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 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 78,454 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue?
NHTSA complaints for the 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue include 6 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 2 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 2002 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 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

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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