1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs 1999 Volkswagen Passat
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue | 1999 Volkswagen Passat |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 256 | 664 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 96 | 122 |
| Investigations | 3 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 11 | 11 |
| Fire reports | 14 | 13 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–21 | 19–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 79,300 mi | 75,089 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Oldsmobile Intrigue | Volkswagen Passat |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 21 | 184 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 51 | 86 |
| Steering | 58 | 76 |
| Suspension | 15 | 118 |
| Electrical System | 61 | 58 |
| Visibility | 22 | 32 |
| Power Train | 16 | 29 |
| Exterior Lighting | 29 | 15 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 28 | 40 |
| Clunking / rattling | 9 | 17 |
| Won’t start | 6 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 6 | 10 |
| Brake problems | 5 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 5 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 9 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 17 |
1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue
1999 Volkswagen Passat
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.