Headlights Problems of Oldsmobile Intrigue - part 1

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. They put out different altenators but the only one I've read abt success with cost upwards of $400+ dollars. This is a defective altenator issue that drops out for a few seconds and thats what causes the pulsing of lights. If I wanted to be in a dance hall I would go, my vision is already compromised and this is a serious distraction.

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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.

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Two car crashes - one at ~35mph colliding with a tree (in late 2006) nearly head-on and a second (January 21st, 2008) at ~65mph colliding with an interstate guard rail also nearly head-on - neither of which triggered a deployment of the air bags of the vehicle. The electrical system of the vehicle is questionable as the car experienced flashes of the headlights, temporary failure of the interior lights, and other electrical issues before the most recent accident.

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1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue: when driving in cold weather (below 40 degrees f), all lights dim and then brighten randomly, including headlights and dash lights. Sometimes headlights momentarily dim so much as to make driving temporarily unsafe. Problem has occurred every winter for several years. Gm dealer claims to know nothing about it, but some web sites say a replacement bosch alternator (approx. $450 plus installation) can cure the problem. This is a repeated annoyance that could cause a fatal crash.

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Headlights flicker during cold weather causing low visibility. Cleaned ground wire w/o resolution.

Turned car off and wipers stayed up in view of driver after turning car back on. Same time low beam headlights stoped working! only high beam work!.

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.

1. Loose dashboard causing passenger seat airbag to rattle and the cover to lift above the dashboard. This could lead to deployment at anytime of the airbag. 2. Turning signal fails to blink on exterior lights when engaged, usually about twice a day. This could lead to me getting a ticket or into an accident in which case the airbag would still be an issue. 3. Headlights and interior lights flicker and dim at night. 4. The transmission jumps at certain times, usually when the car is just started and instantly put into gear. There has been no action to fix the air bag, lights or transmission. The turning signal, however, I have checked the wiring for burns and other problems but have found none.

Headlights flicker - under certain circumstances(more often in cold weather) the headlights on the car "flicker" as if I were flashing my high beams or turn my lights off and back on again. Doesn't really sound like a big issue. . . . Right. Well, that's what I thought after the dealer refused to continue to replace alternators in my car because this was a "known issue" with Oldsmobile. If you search on google or any other search engine you can find thousands and thousands of people with the same issue. Back to the safety issue. . . I didn't think it was a big deal when the deal told me they wouldn't try to fix it anymore, big deal - my headlights flicker. It wasn't a big deal until last week when driving along and a car was waiting to pull out on the 55 mph road I was traveling on. Just then, my headlights decided it was time to flicker and the car thought I was signaling for them to pull out in front o f me. I barely had time to slow down and had to pull somewhat off the road to avoid hitting them. With my one year old daughter in the car, I decided I am going to see what I can do about getting this issue fixed.

Dad: the consumer stated that the headlights had come on and had gone off intermittently and the cruise control was not working. The dealer could not identify the cause of the problem. This problem had been happening for two months. The consumer had no consultation with the manufacturer. (11/22/05) the problem was found to be a failing ignition switch.

I have almost had my car a whole 2 weeks . I have noticed the lights, dash and head lights, flickering. I called dealership I purchased the car from, and all I got was a guy that told me it was in the Intrigues nature to do that . The flickering is happening when the air pump is cycling on and off he said, again, its just in the Intrigues nature. In its nature or not its not safe ! I have a 4 year old and I can't avoid driving at night just because a car has a defect ! and to top it off no one wants to do anything about it !!.

Headlights were flickering. Similair to someone trying to blow out a candle. To the point it looked like the light were almost going out. Happened on I-83 just north of I-695.

The headlights pulsate at night. Also, the dashboard lights become dim, then become bright. The dealer finds no defects.

Pe02005 is a faulty alternator design. The dealer will replace with a newer design free of charge. This is by experience.

Clunking in steering wheel, fixed more than once. Was told it was a known problem but would only replace on the third complaint, at which time car was out of warranty. Also headlights will dim and strengthen at night.

While driving headlights dimmed without warning. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. The fan blower motor also went up and down while the headlight were dimming.

Car uses too much oil. Told by service center that vehicle should not be burning oil. However vehicle uses 6 quarts verses 5 quarts and 500 miles later, low oil indicator comes on. Service center can not explain the problem or give any insight for the excess oil used every time service is required. Also headlights cut out while driving.

Headlights flicker during cold nights (below 30 degrees). Cars think I am flashing my high beams on or off and want to pass. This has caused a number of drivers to become annoyed with me. I have not noticed this happening lately since the temperatures have been above freezing at night.

The headlights dim and then return to the normal brightness on my 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue. The problem occurs whether the lights are on dim or bright. Other lights inside the car are not affected; the problem is only with the headlights. It's almost as if they are going to flash off for a second, but it's more of a dimming action. It's frustration though, because on-coming traffic flashes their headlights on bright because they think you are doing the same to them. Gm needs to provide a fix to this problem before this headlight problem causes someone to be the victim of road rage.

Lights dimming to almost dark and coming back on. Had to replace the alternator with less than 20,000 miles on the car. Have heard that others have had this problem and it is very common. This cost me over $700 to fix.

Ref: 010603001, 010603001a, NHTSA action number: pe02005, NHTSA item number: 619178. 1999 Oldsmobile intrique, with dimming headlights. This is a constantly occuring problem. I have had it back to the dealer multiple times with no resolution. They say gm has no solution. This is a major safety issue. Many times I have been driving at night on the interstate and small country highways when the lights would flicker and almost go completely out. Nothing like driving 70 mph in bad weather with no lights!!! the headlights dim equal to candlelight. These episodes happen intermittently, mostly during cold weather, but not always. Each episode may last anywhere from 5 to 30 minutes. Several times I was fortunatly able to back off and pull to the side of the road. This happens at least 6 times per month, but only noticable at night. My VIN is 1g3w$52hoxf311164.

Fading/dimming of interior lights and exterior lights, failed power window, 4 fuel injector failures.

So much for investing in american-made vehicles. I, like over a dozen others who took the time to file a complaint, am experiencing the flicker and dim of all lighting during the evening hours - especially when the weather's colder. It is unnerving to me, and I'm sure to those drivers around me, to drive with questionable exterior lighting. And, as others have said, gm does not view this as a "safety issue". What say they have their spouse, or their child, drive a vehicle with this same "not a safety issue" and see if their view doesn't change? I work, and with daylight savings time, this means I am travelling home in the dark -- with my one-year-old and nine-year-old in the car with me. None of this matters to the folks at gm. Because they can point to the age and mileage of the vehicle to get them off the hook, they are. The fact that they issued a "bulletin" regarding this issue in feb01 doesn't seem to matter. $650+labor for a new alternator may or may not resolve the issue, but that, apparently is my money to invest in a possible, but not guaranteed, solution. Judging from the other filings here, it doesn't sound too promising, so I'm left with the debate of dump this money to *maybe* fix the problem or let it be until something bad happens? my car is too old and has too many miles for this to be considered something for which they, gm, will assume responsibility. I will never buy gm again.

I have a 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue that has headlights that dim and flicker. It is more prevalent in colder temperatures. I bought the vehicle new and have noticed it since I purchased it.

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.

While driving at 40 mph all electrical components went out. Dashboard lights went blank, and speedometer began winding forward and backwards. Windows began to roll up and down, while the headlights began to blink off and on. Dealer checked the problem but couldn't find the cause.

Lights flicker off and or dim while driving at night. Brought car to dealer, but they were unable to diagnose the problem. This should be corrected by gm. It is a serious safety problem.

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.

Headlights flicker randomly at night. Typicall number of flickers per minute is 3. Took vehicle to dealer, they were unable to diagnose and fix problem.

While driving in the cold weather the head lights dims causing low visability on the road. Mr.

Consumer states that all vehicle lights will intermittenly flicker on/off while driving. Manufacturer advised consumer that problem is "normal" operation within vehicle specifications and there is no remedy. Ts.

While driving in cold weather, the head lights would dim, which caused a loss of visability on the road. Mr.

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. The dealer (simmons-rockwell in hornell, n. Y. . Read more...

Headlights would intermittently get severely dim and cause poor visibility while driving at night. Dealer contacted. Feel free to provide any further information.

Headlights flicker on/off and dim, dealer will be notified. . Consumer stated the problem was reported and the dealer informed consumer that they are aware of the problem.