1999 OLDSMOBILE INTRIGUE Recalls (9)

Campaign:
98V102000 on 05/17/1998
Component:
Exterior lighting:headlights
Manufactured:
04/30/1997 - 10/30/1997
Affected:
149,342
Defect:
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 fmvss no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Consequence:
If the headlamp assemblies are replaced, customers may not be able to properly aim the headlights.
Correction:
Owners will be mailed an owner manual's insert which contains the appropriate information.
Notes:
Owner notification is expected to begin during june 1998.owners who do not receive the insert and installation instructions within a reasonable time should contact buick at 1-800-521-7300 or oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
98V241000 on 10/06/1998
Component:
Engine and engine cooling:cooling system:hose
Manufactured:
03/31/1998 - 08/30/1998
Affected:
2,732
Defect:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with a 3.8l v6 engine. some of these vehicles were built without a heater hose clip which could allow the hose to sag and contact the oxygen sensor resulting in a coolant leak.
Consequence:
If a coolant leak were to occur, and leaking coolant contacted the hot exhaust manifold, an engine compartment fire could result.
Correction:
Dealers will install a heater hose clip.
Notes:
Owner notification is expected to begin during october 1998.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contactoldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
00V044000 on 02/27/2000
Component:
Seat belts
Manufactured:
10/31/1996 - 02/27/1999
Affected:
135,475
Defect:
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 belt webbing becomes jammed in the retractor, the seat belt becomes unusable.
Consequence:
This could prevent a person from using the seat belt system, and a risk of injury to an unbelted person in a crash would be increased.
Correction:
Dealers will remove any twists from the rear shoulder belt(s) and install clips to the belt web guide to prevent twisting.
Notes:
Owner notification began august 30, 2000. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
08E063000 on 10/19/2008
Component:
Steering
Affected:
3,855
Defect:
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 (sold under the "napa" brand name), and platinum parts #'s 2425151, 2425152, and 2425153 manufactured during the month of september 2007. these replacement steering shafts can be used on the vehicles listed above. the weld connecting the inner tube to the outer tube may be defective.
Consequence:
If the weld fails, loss of steering could result, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Correction:
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.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to dorman's oe solutions brand name, balkamp's napa brand, and the platinum brand steering shafts and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by general motors corporation.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
09E005000 on 02/16/2009
Component:
Steering
Affected:
979
Defect:
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 replacement use on the various vehicles listed above. a potential material or design defect could result in the steering knuckle breaking in the hub area.
Consequence:
A broken steering knuckle could result in loss of steering control and a possible crash without warning.
Correction:
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 dorman's toll-free hotline at 1-800-523-2492 and press 5.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aftermarket dorman steering knuckles and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by general motors corporation.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:
09V116000 on 04/07/2009
Component:
Engine and engine cooling
Affected:
1,497,516
Defect:
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 equipped with a 3.8l v6 naturally aspirated engine. some of these vehicles have a condition in which drops of engine oil may be deposited on the exhaust manifold through hard braking.
Consequence:
If the manifold is hot enough and the oil runs below the heat shield, it may ignite into a small flame and may spread to the plastic spark plug wire channel and beyond increasing the risk of an engine compartment fire.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the engine's front valve cover and front-valve-cover gasket with new parts of an improved design and remove the engine's plastic cover and plastic oil-fill-tube extension, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during may 2016. owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537, and pontiac at 1-800-620-7668 or http://www.pontiac.com or http:www.gmownercenter.com.
Notes:
Gm recall no. 09047.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:
14V400000 on 07/06/2014
Component:
Electrical system:ignition
Affected:
5,877,718
Defect:
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.
Consequence:
If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Correction:
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.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
15V701000 on 10/25/2015
Component:
Engine and engine cooling:engine
Manufactured:
11/10/1996 - 02/08/1999
Affected:
1,003,556
Defect:
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. the affected vehicles were previously repaired under recalls 08v-118, 09v-116, and 15v-201 to address the possibility that engine oil may drip onto the hot exhaust manifold.
Consequence:
Engine oil that drips onto the hot surface of the exhaust manifold may result in a fire.
Correction:
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 engine's front valve cover and gasket. vehicles that are covered by recalls 08v-118, 09v-116, or 15v-201 that have not yet received the original remedy will instead receive the improved remedy under the original recall number. the recall began on february 19, 2016. owners may contact chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, oldsmobile customer service at 1-800-442-6537 and pontiac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. gm's number for this recall is 15757. note: until the improved remedy has been applied, owners are advised to park their vehicle outside since the fire risk exists even when the vehicle is unattended.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
15V701000 on 10/25/2015
Component:
Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Manufactured:
11/10/1996 - 02/08/1999
Affected:
1,003,556
Defect:
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. the affected vehicles were previously repaired under recalls 08v-118, 09v-116, and 15v-201 to address the possibility that engine oil may drip onto the hot exhaust manifold.
Consequence:
Engine oil that drips onto the hot surface of the exhaust manifold may result in a fire.
Correction:
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 engine's front valve cover and gasket. vehicles that are covered by recalls 08v-118, 09v-116, or 15v-201 that have not yet received the original remedy will instead receive the improved remedy under the original recall number. the recall began on february 19, 2016. owners may contact chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, oldsmobile customer service at 1-800-442-6537 and pontiac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. gm's number for this recall is 15757. note: until the improved remedy has been applied, owners are advised to park their vehicle outside since the fire risk exists even when the vehicle is unattended.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

1999 OLDSMOBILE INTRIGUE TSBs (78)

Bulletin:
831704
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Concerns of door handles on white painted vehicles truning yellow. *yc
Bulletin:
839607
Component:
133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:
Comments on switching between local stations or cross talk in metropolitan areas with several strong am stations. *yc
Bulletin:
98069
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
Vehicles may exhibit a no-start condition because of a discharged battery. *yc
Bulletin:
98069
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
Vehicles may exhibit a no-start condition because of a discharged battery. *yc
Bulletin:
990864006
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Subject regarding front door molding contacts rear door when closing. *tt
Bulletin:
990866006
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Customers may complain of waterleak at upper corners of deck lid hem flange. *tt
Bulletin:
990849008
Component:
133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:
Customer may complain that the chime sounds when key is removed from ignition, intermittent operation of power door locks, keyless entry, steering column lock or memory seats. *tt
Bulletin:
990603007
Component:
090000 fuel system, other
Summary:
Some customers may comment that the fuel gauge reads incorrectly / fluctuates, and the low fuel chime sounds prematurely. *tt
Bulletin:
990603007A
Component:
090000 fuel system, other
Summary:
Conditions with inaccurate fuel gauge / fluctuates, premature low fuel chime. *tt
Bulletin:
990138005
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Experiencing a lack of expected performance of the air conditioning system in hot humid weather. *tt
Bulletin:
990603007B
Component:
090000 fuel system, other
Summary:
Some customers may comment on the following conditions: 1) the fuel gauge reading incorrectly. 2) low fuel chime sounds prematurely. 3) fuel gauge may fluctuate from full to empty. *tt
Bulletin:
000730002
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Some owners of vehicles with a hydra-matic 4t65-e transaxle may comment on harsh upshifts or harsh garage shifts, soft shifts, shudders on hard acceleration, or shifts erratic. *tt
Bulletin:
000851001
Component:
135200 visibility:rearview mirrors/devices:exterior
Summary:
Some customers may comment that the black plastic housing around the outside rear view mirror turns chalky or is dull in color. *tt
Bulletin:
98055
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
This produce recall campaign to install a missing heater hose clip. *tt
Bulletin:
000604048
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit service engine soon lamp illumination with diagnostic trouble code p0410. *tt
Bulletin:
00138012
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Some customers may comment that the carpet on the front passenger side is wet. *tt
Bulletin:
010602001
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Subject regarding higher than normal temperature gauge reading or overheat condition in cold weather. *jb
Bulletin:
01-02-32-001
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Concerns with clunk noise from front of vehicle turning maneuver / steering wheel rotation.*jb (lubricate or replace intermediate shaft as appropriate). updated 10/05/07. *nj updated 4/1/08. *nj updated 7/1/2008 *pe
Bulletin:
010601007
Component:
062000 engine and engine cooling:cooling system
Summary:
Engine coolant consumption or coolant leak (inspect for material degradation/replace intake manifolds) *tt updated 11/02/07 *nj
Bulletin:
010601008
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Some owners may comment on a repeat engine oil pan leak. *tt
Bulletin:
010603001
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Some customers may comment on an intermittent condition where the headlamps or interior lights may dim for up to 10 seconds. this condition may be due to intermittent low voltage. *tt
Bulletin:
190301
Component:
221300 seats:front assembly:head restraint
Summary:
Concerns with front seat headrests that walk up. *tt
Bulletin:
200201
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some owners of vehicles equipped with the 3.5 liter engine and traction control system may intermittently experience an engine stall at slow speeds when the traction control system engages. *tt
Bulletin:
990603007C
Component:
090000 fuel system, other
Summary:
A condition may exist in which the fuel gauge reads incorrectly / fluctuates, low fuel chime sounds prematurely. *tt
Bulletin:
990730030A
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Owners of some vehicles equipped with hydra-matic 3t40, 4t60, 4t60-e or 4t65-e transaxles may comment on a grinding and / or growling noise that is noticeable when standing in park on a hill or slope with the engine running and the parking
Bulletin:
010232002
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Some customers may comment on a shudder / vibration condition while steering under low speed or stationary conditions, such as parkling lot maneuvers. *tt
Bulletin:
010523006
Component:
034510 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:caliper
Summary:
Subject regarding revised fastener requirements for front and rear brake caliper bracket. *tt
Bulletin:
010523006A
Component:
034510 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:caliper
Summary:
This bulletin is being issued to revise the fastener requirements for the front and rear brake caliper bracket replacement procedures in the disc-brake sub-section of brakes in the appropriate service manual. *tt
Bulletin:
010864001
Component:
133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:
Some customers may comment that the power window does not work or operates slowly. *tt
Bulletin:
010866010
Component:
022000 suspension:rear
Summary:
Information regarding itching type noise from rear of vehicle. *yh
Bulletin:
010232001C
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
Information regarding clunk noise from front of vehicle during turning. *yh *tt
Bulletin:
051101
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a clunk type noise especially felt in the steering wheel while turning. *tt
Bulletin:
020864001
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Some customers may comment on wind noise or a whistle around the mirrors on the front doors. *tt
Bulletin:
010730032B
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Some owners may comment on a transmission oil leak. *tt updated *eh
Bulletin:
000730007A
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Subject regarding whine noise in park or neutral, service engine soon or service vehicle soon lamp illumination. *tt
Bulletin:
020139001
Component:
138000 visibility:defroster/defogger system
Summary:
Subject regarding hvac temperature difference side to side and/or diagnostic trouble codes b0361, b0441 set. *tt
Bulletin:
150202
Component:
103300 power train:automatic transmission:gear position indication (prndl)
Summary:
Some owners may comment that the shift lever is hard to pull into manual low gear. *tt
Bulletin:
010232001B
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Some customers may comment on a clunk type noise coming from the front of the vehicle during a turning maneuver. *tt
Bulletin:
010603001A
Component:
120000 exterior lighting
Summary:
Some owners of vehicles built prior to vin 1f23f068 may comment on an intermittent condition where the headlamps or interior lights may dim intermittently. *tt
Bulletin:
010601008A
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Some owners may comment on a repeat engine oil pan leak. *tt
Bulletin:
020235002
Component:
012000 steering:column
Summary:
Concerns with tilt settering column sticking in position and unable to release. *tt
Bulletin:
020730016
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Some customers may comment that the shift lever is hard to pull into manual low gear. *tt
Bulletin:
000730002B
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Concerns with slips, harsh upshift or garage shifts, launch shudders, flares, erratic shifts and intermittent concerns, diagnostic trouble code p1811 or p0748 set. *tt
Bulletin:
020730014
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Information on servicing 4t65e transaxle spacer plate and gaskets. *tt
Bulletin:
020730014A
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Information on servicing 4t65-e transaxle spacer plate and gaskets for various models from 1997 through 2002. *tt
Bulletin:
030844005
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Poor radio reception or radio static/ increased interference with rear window defogger on or some rear window defogger grids may be inoperative. *tt
Bulletin:
030730017
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Grind noise or no vehicle movement when shifting into drive or reverse. *tt
Bulletin:
030867004
Component:
134000 visibility:sun roof assembly
Summary:
Parts availability for sunroof repairs. *tt
Bulletin:
00704A
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
The 4t65e automatic transmission may exhibit a condition of a harsh garage shift into reverse or drive on a cold start. *tt
Bulletin:
010232001C
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Some customers may comment on a clunk type noise coming from the front of the vehicle during a turning maneuver. *tt
Bulletin:
030232049
Component:
017500 steering:linkages:tie rod assembly
Summary:
Release of new outer tie rod ends for service. *tt
Bulletin:
030844005B
Component:
138200 visibility:defroster/defogger system:rear window
Summary:
Poor radio reception or radio static/ increased interference with rear window defogger on or some rear window defogger grids may be inoperative. *tt
Bulletin:
040601017
Component:
063200 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Summary:
New upper intake manifold and gasket kits. *tt
Bulletin:
040235004D
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Clunk noise from front of vehicle during turning maneuver/steering wheel rotation. *tt *nm
Bulletin:
3115
Component:
063200 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Summary:
Engine intake manifold coolant leak. *sc
Bulletin:
3097
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Hvac side to side temperature difference. *sc
Bulletin:
3180
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Dealers may comment on a chuggle, surge, misfire condition. *tt
Bulletin:
040601021
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
New rear main seal and special tool for installation. *tt
Bulletin:
030236002
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Revised steering wheel position sensor or steering shaft lower bearing replacement procedure and steering wheel position sensor centering procedure. *eh
Bulletin:
57
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
Wire harness may be stretched, or the pcs may not be oriented in the same position, after installing a service replacement valve body assembly. gm tech link. *tt
Bulletin:
050232003
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Revised outer tie rod end nut tightening specification/tie rod end jam nut tightening specification added. *tt
Bulletin:
050604058
Component:
180000 vehicle speed control
Summary:
Intermittent chuggle or fishbite on light acceleration or a highway speeds with no diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs). *tt
Bulletin:
709
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Tie rod specifications revised. gm tech link. *tt
Bulletin:
3612
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Engine lifter tick noise. *tt
Bulletin:
010232001F
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Clunk felt/noise heard from steering column, steering gear and/or front of vehicle during turning maneuver and/or steering wheel rotation. *tt
Bulletin:
060232009
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Overview of steering system noises. *nj
Bulletin:
4615
Component:
040000 service brakes, air
Summary:
Abs pump running when not needed. *nj
Bulletin:
16NA260
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to reprogram the media disc player with the latest calibrations to correct a condition of the rear entertainment system not operating as intended in colder ambient temperature areas due to calibr
Bulletin:
PIP4723B
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
This preliminary information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the tire pressure monitor, active fuel injector tester, multi media tester, pico scope, gr8 starting/charging tester and
Bulletin:
PIC4696A
Component:
353100 equipment:electrical:anti-theft devices
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are delco theftlock. technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce
Bulletin:
PIC4696B
Component:
353100 equipment:electrical:anti-theft devices
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are delco theftlock. technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce
Bulletin:
PIP5346
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about cooler line fittings that come with the 4t65e general motors remanufactured transmission may not be the same as original equipment manufacturer quick co
Bulletin:
17-NA-016
Component:
200000 wheels
Summary:
This informational bulletin provides information on wheel bearing p/n 13582664 being received new with visible rust and no action is needed as this does not affect the part performance.
Bulletin:
17-NA-016
Component:
200000 wheels
Summary:
This informational bulletin provides information on wheel bearing p/n 13582664 being received new with visible rust and no action is needed as this does not affect the part performance.
Bulletin:
PI1217
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
This preliminary bulletin provides a way to aid the technician in diagnosing transmission fluid leaking from the trans breather vent.
Bulletin:
05-06-04-035D
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
This informational bulletin provides the technician with information on what e85 fuel may due to a non e85 vehicle.
Bulletin:
17-NA-073
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information with the field action courtesy transportation policy.
Bulletin:
PIC4696C
Component:
150000 seat belts
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are delco theftlock. technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce

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