2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue Exterior lighting Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 13%of 64 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 105,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the exterior lighting of the 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue, 13% of the 64 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 105,000 miles.
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.
“I have a 02 olds Intrigue and it has a flickering in intensity issue with the headlights. This is a driving distraction not just for me but anyone in front of me ...as they may feel brighted or it may distract them and they may vere away from me. I have had people slow down when directly in front of me because they thought I was signaling them with my lights, also god forbid a cop ever see my car doing this here in mo they may think I'm warning others of a cop in the area. I've read up on this and GM says its normal operation but yet many of us owners are having the same issues. …”
NHTSA complaint #11030273, filed 2017-09, 21,200 miles“Intermittent problem of dash cluster lights, steering wheel control lights,gear selector lights,climate control lights going completely out or in operative. Turning headlamp switch to on position vs. Automatic setting makes no change in problem. Intermittent nature is also tied to display in radio flashing bright a few times and then all affected lights going out.”
NHTSA complaint #10607991, filed 2014-07, 113,000 miles“The turn signal lamp and socket had to replace 3 times on passengers side and once on drivers side. The socket over heats and melts so the turn signal does not work and the light on the dash board flashes fast .it is a on going problem .I replaced the socket pig tails at 45.00 each.”
NHTSA complaint #10649562, filed 2014-10, 126,000 miles“When driving at night, the headlights flashed off and on. The owner has contacted the dealership. Pennsylvania highway patrol stopped the consumer and asked if there was problem since the headlights were flashing on and off. Consume stated what the problem was and was advised to get the vehicle off the road. Dealership was contacted and stated they were aware of the defect and it was the air pump. They considered this normal.”
NHTSA complaint #10040339, filed 2003-10“Headlights are very dim and look yellowish. Also, dealer replaced alternator, and all switches on dash get very hot. Consumer is afraid a fire may start. Please provide any further information.”
NHTSA complaint #8000702, filed 2001-12Related service bulletins
- 10249011Jan 12, 2024This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage.
- 10232136Feb 15, 2023This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10200151Jun 21, 2021This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10169354Nov 12, 2019This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10155009Dec 13, 2018This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10116890Feb 12, 2016This informational bulletin provides an out line on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage and what should be considered warranty replacement and not
- 10116874Feb 8, 2016This informational bulletin provides information on exterior lamp condinsation and replacement guidelines
Exterior lighting: other model years
Other parts of the 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue
34 complaintsSteering
10 complaintsEngine cooling
8 complaintsEngine
5 complaintsBrakes
4 complaintsAir bags
3 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaintsSeats
2 complaintsSuspension
2 complaintsFuel system
1 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2002 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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