Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (headlights, tail lights, turn signals, interior lights).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
I noticed the headlights dimming on their own about a week after I first started driving the vehicle. It occurs intermittently, and very often. I have heard the headlights switching into different modes like this both a night and during the daytime hours. This poses a serious distraction to oncoming traffic on highways and other roads and could confuse other drivers at stop signs. GM should address this issue immediately; I have seen many other complaints on this very same issue. [note: I believe this issue May also be linked to a serious issue with the turn signal relay system. I have had intermittent blinker issues and failures on both passenger and driver side since 2010, and it does not appear that the replacement of the turn signal relay system solves the problem, it did not for me (filed separate complaint for turn signal issues experienced)]
My headlights flicker and dim which is dangerous during nigh time driving, so I am unable to drive when its dark out. Also my blinkers work off and on. I feel GM should cover a recall on these problems.
I have a 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue. Since I purchased the vehicle I have noticed that the headklights flicker. And, wehn I say flicker I mean they almost go totally out then come back on. I ahve taken it to the dealer where I purchased the vehicle. Have ran a computer scan on it, which showed no error codes, they insisted that it was the A/C compressor kicking on. I admit it is possible, but not to the extent that it is happening. Which, is constantly. As long as the headlights are on. There is a flicker, I checked the bulbs, there is no corosion around the connectors, all connections are tight. I have joined an online forum for the model vehicle that I have and almost all of the other users in the group have experienced the same thing. I would like something done about this and have no idea who to contact. I have a wife and 2 small children, so, naturally I want the vehicle to be safe. …
I own a 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue and while driving down the road the headlights will go dim to the point of almost being off. Not only is this dangerous to me and my family of 4 it is dangerous to others driving towards me. I have taken this back to the dealership where I have bought it on several occasions and the problem still remains after 2 alternators and a computer was replaced. They did however find that the problem is a sensor for the antilock braking system, it is some sort of sensor that detects when a wheel isnt turning fast enough and it kicks a motor in that makes it catch up causing the loss of power to the lights, thus causing them to dim. They said it has been recalled for the same problem in the bravada, s10, GMC envoy, jimmy and sonoma. They said it is service bulletin cqb00-18. …
My blinkers on the driver's side (front and back) began to malfunction and would only work intermittently in 2010. This went on for about a year and then the passenger side blinkers (front and back) began to malfunction in the same manner about 6 months later. This went on with both sides working only intermittently for 2 years. Then, suddenly while driving at night and trying to make a left turn in mid 2012, the passenger side blinker started making very loud electrical glitch sounds and then completely blew and my car died with it. I had to replace the alternator shortly after and the passenger side blinkers worked perfectly, but I had to drive with out my driver's side blinkers until mid 2013, when I could not pass dmv required inspection. …
3 problems. I think they are all electrically related. First, is one that has been noted on this site about the interior lights and headlamps dimming occasionally for long periods of time. Second is the right front blinker doesn't always blink when signaling, it just stays on. At least the interior turn signal blinks fast to indicate that a problem exists. Lastly, the engine has "misfired" on several occasions now causing the service engine soon light to come on. Now, this problem was "fixed" at the place I purchased the vehicle. A crankshaft position sensor was replaced. For 2 months this problem didn't occur. Now it occurs more and more frequently.
I bought the car in the spring from a GM dealer. Now, that it's in the winter, when it's cold, the headlights flicker badly. It's dangerous. It's tied to engine RPM. At idle, the lights are fine. As you accelerate the engine, the lights flicker down.....they get dim and flash back to normal. I just replaced the battery and it made no difference. It's got to be in the alternator/voltage regualtor. This is a safety defect. The lights are supposed to work like the lights on every other car.... It'll be nearly impossible to duplcate because when the car gets warm, the problem goes away.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, the sunroof detached damaging the sun roof frame and vehicle. The sunroof was closed at the time of the failure. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The technician diagnosed that the laminated material had deteriorated causing the failure. The vehicle had not been repaired. In addition, the contact stated the turning signal lights failed to illuminate intermittently and in order for the lights to resume normal function the hazards light had to be illuminated. The approximate failure mileage was 290,000.
I own a 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue and the turn signal lights work intermittently or not at all. The mechanic couldn't find anything wrong with the lights when the car was put on the computer. According to consumer reports, it looks like the same problem occured in the 2000-2001 Oldsmobile alero. The only way I can get the turn signal lights to work again is by pressing the hazard warning switch twice. Sometimes this will make the turn signal lights work for a few minutes or up to a few weeks. What can I do from here?
Headlights, instrument lights, and fan dim and or flicker while driving. The problem is most prevalent when the temperature is colder and during acceleration. However problem also exists under normal city and highway driving conditions. Engine performance and radio does not falter during the dimming of the lights. Alternator was replaced following TSB 010603001 one year ago. Problem appeared resolved until cold weather set in again.
NHTSA investigations
Headlamps dim/flicker
Headlight complaints in other Intrigue years
Frequently asked questions
How common are headlight problems on the 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue?
NHTSA has 49 complaints about the lights of the 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue, 25% of the model year's 200 complaints. The component named most often is headlights (28 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue headlight problems?
No. NHTSA lists no lights recall for the 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue, though it has 4 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue headlight problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 76,000 miles, and 10% before 25,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.