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Fuel systemPart report

1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue Fuel system Problems

Complaints
11about this part
Share
2%of 510 total for the year
Median mileage
91,650miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 11 complaints about the fuel system of the 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue, 2% of the 510 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 91,650 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.

Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“Engine repeatedly mis-fires. Problem more common during cold or damp weather, but not limited to these conditions. Multiple parts replaced before resolving problem by replacing fuel injector for cylinder #3. Problem corresponded in close proximity (within 10 days of) the failure of ignition switch, and dealer speculated both problems related.”

NHTSA complaint #10000797, filed 2003-01, 52,596 miles

“When starting the vehicle smoke came from under the hood. Consumer was informed that intake manifold blew out. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.”

NHTSA complaint #10094952, filed 2004-10, 128,300 miles

“Dt: 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue. While driving at any speed the vehicle stalled. The dashboard lights came on only after the car stalled. Had coast to the side of the road, tried several times to restart vehicle. It finally restarted. After several days vehicle stalled again. Had the car on diagnostic test and they could not duplicate the problem or find anything anything wrong. Diagnostic test was done twice. Replaced all the gaskets, the brain box, fuel filter. Spent several thousands of dollars for repairs. This problem started about 6 months ago. Updated 11/02/05”

NHTSA complaint #10133986, filed 2005-08, 140,000 miles

“The contact owns a 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle in the garage, flames emitted from the engine compartment. The vehicle was inspected by a technician, who stated that the fuel line was faulty causing the fire. The vehicle was completely destroyed. A fire and police reports were filed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The approximate failure mileage was 55,000. Updated 10/29/14 updated 7/15/15”

NHTSA complaint #10638155, filed 2014-09, 55,000 miles

“Gasoline evaporation leak at tank hose causing engine warning light to come on. Gm dealer says hose is broke at tank and only way to fix it is to replace entire length of hose and fuel tank at a cost of approximately $780. Apparently, this is a one piece sealed system and would appear there is a defect in the material if the leak is occurring somewhere between the two ends.”

NHTSA complaint #10041602, filed 2003-10

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Fuel system: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
200212%
200122%
200053%
1999104%
1998112%

Other parts of the 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue

Steering
160 complaints
Brakes
77 complaints
Engine cooling
70 complaints
Seat belts
51 complaints
Electrical system
50 complaints
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
36 complaints
Suspension
32 complaints
Engine
29 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
20 complaints
Tires
12 complaints
Other or unknown
11 complaints
Body and structure
11 complaints

← All problems reported for the 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

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