1997 DODGE INTREPID
2 recalls, 473 complaints - 88 TSBs
04V021000 Jan 13, 2004
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FLOOR SHIFTER IGNITION-PARK INTERLOCK MAY FAIL AND ALLOW THE SHIFTER TO BE MOVED OUT OF THE PARK POSITION WITH THE KEY REMOVED. AN INOPERATIVE INTERLOCK MAY ALSO ALLOW THE KEY TO BE REMOVED WHEN THE SHIFTER HAS NOT BEEN PLACED IN THE PARK POSITION.
Consequence
EITHER CIRCUMSTANCE MAY RESULT IN THE VEHICLE ROLLING AWAY WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW LOAD-LIMITING PUSH ROD INTO THE FLOOR SHIFTER LEVER OF THE AFFECTED VEHICLES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JUNE 14, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
98V184000 Aug 6, 1998
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES BUILT WITH 3.5L ENGINES. THE FUEL INJECTION DELIVERY SYSTEM CAN LEAK FUEL FROM SOME OF THE SEALING O-RINGS OR FROM HAIR LINE CRACKS IN THE THERMOSET FUEL INJECTION RAIL.
Consequence
FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL RAIL O-RINGS AND REINFORCE THE OUTLET (PASSENGER) SIDE FUEL RAIL. VEHICLES SHOWING FUEL LEAKAGE ON THE OUTLET FUEL RAIL MUST HAVE THE OUTLET RAIL REPLACED WHICH INCLUDES CHANGING THE UPPER AND LOWER INJECTOR O-RINGS. HOWEVER, IF A VEHICLE IS LEAKING FUEL FROM THE O-RI... Read more
Complaint Statistics
473 total complaints
35 crashes 29 fires 34 injuries 4 deaths
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM | 47 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 30 |
| STEERING:RACK AND PINION | 20 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 18 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE | 17 |
| STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY | 17 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 16 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM | 14 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 12 |
| AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | 12 |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Apr 11, 2015
Incident date: Apr 18, 2013
THE PRESSURE ON MY FUEL RAIL DOES NOT HOLD SO THAT MEANS A LEAK.IF I ASK FIRST CHRYSLER ANY THING THEY SAY NO RECALLS.I KNOW BETTER 98V184000. *TR
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Feb 18, 2015
Incident date: Feb 7, 2013
HARD STARTING LEAKING FUEL RAIL 3.5. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 1, 2012
Incident date: Jul 14, 2012
I BOUGHT THE CAR FOR 1500$ THE INSPECTION RAN OUT AT THE END OF THAT MONTH, INSPECTION WAS COMPLETED AS A "LICKEM STICKEM" THE CAR 2 WEEKS LATER WAS DETERMINED BY AN OUTSIDE MECHANIC UNSAFE TO DRIVE AND HAZARDOUS TO PUBLIC SAFETY, CAR WAS LEFT AT PLACE OF PURCHASE FOR TWO (2) WEEKS IN WHICH TIME NOT... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Aug 1, 2012
Incident date: Jul 14, 2012
I BOUGHT THE CAR FOR 1500$ THE INSPECTION RAN OUT AT THE END OF THAT MONTH, INSPECTION WAS COMPLETED AS A "LICKEM STICKEM" THE CAR 2 WEEKS LATER WAS DETERMINED BY AN OUTSIDE MECHANIC UNSAFE TO DRIVE AND HAZARDOUS TO PUBLIC SAFETY, CAR WAS LEFT AT PLACE OF PURCHASE FOR TWO (2) WEEKS IN WHICH TIME NOT... Read more
ENGINE
Aug 1, 2012
Incident date: Jul 14, 2012
I BOUGHT THE CAR FOR 1500$ THE INSPECTION RAN OUT AT THE END OF THAT MONTH, INSPECTION WAS COMPLETED AS A "LICKEM STICKEM" THE CAR 2 WEEKS LATER WAS DETERMINED BY AN OUTSIDE MECHANIC UNSAFE TO DRIVE AND HAZARDOUS TO PUBLIC SAFETY, CAR WAS LEFT AT PLACE OF PURCHASE FOR TWO (2) WEEKS IN WHICH TIME NOT... Read more
SUSPENSION
May 29, 2012
Incident date: May 21, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 DODGE INTREPID. THE CONTACT REVERSED AND DROVE OVER A TWO INCH BEAM. AS A RESULT, THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE CONTROL ARM FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A MECHANIC AND THE CONTACT WAS TOLD THAT THE CONTROL ARM WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE CONTACT... Read more
SUSPENSION
Nov 22, 2011
Incident date: Feb 1, 2008
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 DODGE INTREPID. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE BALL JOINTS, TIRE RODS, SWAY BAR BUSHING AND MOTOR MOUNTS WORE PREMATURELY AND NEEDED CONSTANT REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE HOWEVER, DID NOT OFFER ANY ASSISTANCE SINCE THERE WERE NO RECALLS. THE CUR... Read more
STEERING
Nov 22, 2011
Incident date: Feb 1, 2008
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 DODGE INTREPID. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE BALL JOINTS, TIRE RODS, SWAY BAR BUSHING AND MOTOR MOUNTS WORE PREMATURELY AND NEEDED CONSTANT REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE HOWEVER, DID NOT OFFER ANY ASSISTANCE SINCE THERE WERE NO RECALLS. THE CUR... Read more
STEERING
Mar 11, 2011
Incident date: Mar 11, 2011
RACK AND PINION / STEERING ISSUES IN 1997 DODGE INTREPID. AFTER JUST DRIVING 65-70 ON THE I-15 IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA, I FELT AN ODD VIBRATION AND PULL IN THE STEERING OF THE 1997 DODGE INTREPID I WAS DRIVING. EXITED THE HIGHWAY AND ATTEMPTED TO TURN INTO A BUSINESS PARKING LOT TO EXAMINE THE ISS... Read more
SUSPENSION
Apr 23, 2009
Incident date: Nov 14, 2008
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 DODGE INTREPID. WHILE DRIVING RELATIVELY LOW SPEEDS INCLUDING 10 MPH, THERE WAS SHAKING SENSATION ACCOMPANIED BY DIFFICULTY STEERING. THE DEALERS TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE CONTROL ARM WOULD COST $1000.00 TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MI... Read more
STEERING
Jan 2, 2009
Incident date: Dec 26, 2008
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 DODGE INTREPID. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE STEERING COLUMN WAS INOPERATIVE. A TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE RACK AND PINION FRACTURED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. IN ADDITION, THE BOLT IN THE KIT OFFERED BY THE DEALER HAS A SMALLER ... Read more
SUSPENSION:FRONT:STABILIZER BAR
Mar 16, 2008
Incident date: Mar 16, 2008
1997 DODGE INTREPID-169,610 MILES > > I ONLY HAD THIS CAR FOR 1-1/2 YEARS WITH LESS THAN > 3,500 MILES DRIVEN. > > TODAY ON MARCH 16, 2008 AT 1:15PM, I CAME BACK TO > COLLEGE FROM SPRING BREAK. I NOTICED THAT I WAS 29 > MILES AWAY FROM THE COLLEGE AND THE STEERING WHEEL > STARTED TO JERK ... Read more
Crash
SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING
Mar 16, 2008
Incident date: Mar 16, 2008
1997 DODGE INTREPID-169,610 MILES > > I ONLY HAD THIS CAR FOR 1-1/2 YEARS WITH LESS THAN > 3,500 MILES DRIVEN. > > TODAY ON MARCH 16, 2008 AT 1:15PM, I CAME BACK TO > COLLEGE FROM SPRING BREAK. I NOTICED THAT I WAS 29 > MILES AWAY FROM THE COLLEGE AND THE STEERING WHEEL > STARTED TO JERK ... Read more
Crash
STEERING
Mar 16, 2008
Incident date: Mar 16, 2008
1997 DODGE INTREPID-169,610 MILES > > I ONLY HAD THIS CAR FOR 1-1/2 YEARS WITH LESS THAN > 3,500 MILES DRIVEN. > > TODAY ON MARCH 16, 2008 AT 1:15PM, I CAME BACK TO > COLLEGE FROM SPRING BREAK. I NOTICED THAT I WAS 29 > MILES AWAY FROM THE COLLEGE AND THE STEERING WHEEL > STARTED TO JERK ... Read more
Crash
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Mar 16, 2008
Incident date: Mar 16, 2008
1997 DODGE INTREPID-169,610 MILES > > I ONLY HAD THIS CAR FOR 1-1/2 YEARS WITH LESS THAN > 3,500 MILES DRIVEN. > > TODAY ON MARCH 16, 2008 AT 1:15PM, I CAME BACK TO > COLLEGE FROM SPRING BREAK. I NOTICED THAT I WAS 29 > MILES AWAY FROM THE COLLEGE AND THE STEERING WHEEL > STARTED TO JERK ... Read more
Crash
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
Mar 16, 2008
Incident date: Mar 16, 2008
1997 DODGE INTREPID-169,610 MILES > > I ONLY HAD THIS CAR FOR 1-1/2 YEARS WITH LESS THAN > 3,500 MILES DRIVEN. > > TODAY ON MARCH 16, 2008 AT 1:15PM, I CAME BACK TO > COLLEGE FROM SPRING BREAK. I NOTICED THAT I WAS 29 > MILES AWAY FROM THE COLLEGE AND THE STEERING WHEEL > STARTED TO JERK ... Read more
Crash
STEERING:LINKAGES:ARM:IDLER AND ATTACHMENT
Feb 28, 2008
Incident date: Feb 12, 2008
PROBLEMS WITH THE RACK AND PINION STEERING HESITANT ON TURNS WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL. TOOK IT TO HAYWARD DODGE REPAIR THEY TOLD ME THAT I NEEDED A $4500.00 OF REPAIR THIS IS ALONG WITH SOME OTHER THINGS THEY SAY IS WRONG WITH THE VECH. THEY DIDN'T ACKNOWLEDGE THE MAIN PROBLEM OF THE STEERIN... Read more
STEERING
Feb 28, 2008
Incident date: Feb 12, 2008
PROBLEMS WITH THE RACK AND PINION STEERING HESITANT ON TURNS WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL. TOOK IT TO HAYWARD DODGE REPAIR THEY TOLD ME THAT I NEEDED A $4500.00 OF REPAIR THIS IS ALONG WITH SOME OTHER THINGS THEY SAY IS WRONG WITH THE VECH. THEY DIDN'T ACKNOWLEDGE THE MAIN PROBLEM OF THE STEERIN... Read more
STEERING:RACK AND PINION
Jan 25, 2008
Incident date: Jan 15, 2008
RACK AND PINION STEERING BROKE ON OUR 1997 DODGE INTREPID WITH NO WARNING WHILE IT WAS BEING BACKED UP, IT WAS TOTAL STEERING FAILURE. WE HAVE OWNED THIS CAR SINCE NEW AND IT HAS NEVER BEEN AN ACCIDENT. THANK GOODNESS WE HAD ALREADY MADE IT TO OUR DESTINATION AND THIS HAPPENED BEFORE WE HEADED HOME.... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Dec 21, 2007
Incident date: Dec 18, 2007
WARMED UP CAR BEFORE GOING TO WORK WHILE PARKED IN DRIVEWAY. GOT OUT TO LEAVE AND COULD SMELL GASOLINE EVEN THOUGH CAR WAS OPERATIONAL AND GOT ME TO WORK. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
Oct 24, 2007
Incident date: Aug 28, 2007
VEHICLE HAS EXPERIENCED NUMEROUS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS SINCE ITS PURCHASE REQUIRING REPAIRS AT MY EXPENSE. THE LATEST BEING A SHORT IN THE WIRING HARNESS LEADING TO A FAILURE IN THE WIRING CONNECTION TO THE RADIATOR COOLING FANS ON 2 OCCASIONS. REPLACEMENT OF THE FAN HARNESS DOES NOT FIX THE PROBLEM ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 24, 2007
Incident date: Aug 28, 2007
VEHICLE HAS EXPERIENCED NUMEROUS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS SINCE ITS PURCHASE REQUIRING REPAIRS AT MY EXPENSE. THE LATEST BEING A SHORT IN THE WIRING HARNESS LEADING TO A FAILURE IN THE WIRING CONNECTION TO THE RADIATOR COOLING FANS ON 2 OCCASIONS. REPLACEMENT OF THE FAN HARNESS DOES NOT FIX THE PROBLEM ... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT
Aug 9, 2007
Incident date: Aug 8, 2007
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 DODGE INTREPID. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE KEY FALLS OUT OF THE IGNITION WHILE THE VEHICLE IS PARKED OR IN MOTION. THE FAILURE CAN OCCUR WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED. ON AUGUST 8, 2007, THE VEHICLE ROLLED BACK AND STRUCK ANOTHER VEHICLE WHEN THE KEY FELL FROM THE IGNITIO... Read more
Crash
SEATS
Jul 16, 2007
Incident date: Mar 1, 2007
WHEN BRAKES ARE APPLIED, THEY'RE OCCASIONALLY HARD. FRONT END WILL DIP, CAR SLOWLY SLOWS DOWN, WON'T COME TO A STOP SOON ENOUGH. I HAD BARELY STARTED TO ACCELERATE AT A LIGHT WHEN THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME STOPPED SUDDENLY, I APPLIED THE BRAKES, THEY WERE HARD, BRAKES WOULDN'T ENGAGE. CAUSING ME... Read more
Crash
2 injured
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Jul 16, 2007
Incident date: Mar 1, 2007
WHEN BRAKES ARE APPLIED, THEY'RE OCCASIONALLY HARD. FRONT END WILL DIP, CAR SLOWLY SLOWS DOWN, WON'T COME TO A STOP SOON ENOUGH. I HAD BARELY STARTED TO ACCELERATE AT A LIGHT WHEN THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME STOPPED SUDDENLY, I APPLIED THE BRAKES, THEY WERE HARD, BRAKES WOULDN'T ENGAGE. CAUSING ME... Read more
Crash
2 injured
VISIBILITY:REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER
Jul 16, 2007
Incident date: Jun 1, 2003
WINDSHIELD WIPERS WILL COME ON BY THEMSELVES WHILE THE SWITCH IS OFF, IT WILL ALSO TURN OFF WHILE IN THE MIDDLE OF DRIVING AND STOP IN THE MIDDLE OF THE WINDSHIELD BECOMING IN-OPERABLE & NO VISIBILITY! I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AT 65 MPH DURING RUSH HOUR, IN THE POURING RAIN WHEN THEY STOPPED ON... Read more
Crash
1 injured
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Jun 28, 2007
Incident date: Sep 7, 2006
I HAD A RECALL PERFORMED ON VEHICLE LAST YEAR AT MARTIN DODGE IN BOWLING GREEN, KY. AFTER GETTING THE SERVICES RENDERED I NOTICED SEVERAL PROBLEMS. ONE WAS THAT THE TURN SIGNALS WERE NO LONGER OPERABLE, AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT SHIFT PAST SECOND GEAR AND WOULD MISS GEARS REPEATEDLY, AND A... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
Jun 28, 2007
Incident date: Sep 7, 2006
I HAD A RECALL PERFORMED ON VEHICLE LAST YEAR AT MARTIN DODGE IN BOWLING GREEN, KY. AFTER GETTING THE SERVICES RENDERED I NOTICED SEVERAL PROBLEMS. ONE WAS THAT THE TURN SIGNALS WERE NO LONGER OPERABLE, AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT SHIFT PAST SECOND GEAR AND WOULD MISS GEARS REPEATEDLY, AND A... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH
Jun 28, 2007
Incident date: Sep 7, 2006
I HAD A RECALL PERFORMED ON VEHICLE LAST YEAR AT MARTIN DODGE IN BOWLING GREEN, KY. AFTER GETTING THE SERVICES RENDERED I NOTICED SEVERAL PROBLEMS. ONE WAS THAT THE TURN SIGNALS WERE NO LONGER OPERABLE, AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT SHIFT PAST SECOND GEAR AND WOULD MISS GEARS REPEATEDLY, AND A... Read more
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
Jun 28, 2007
Incident date: Sep 7, 2006
I HAD A RECALL PERFORMED ON VEHICLE LAST YEAR AT MARTIN DODGE IN BOWLING GREEN, KY. AFTER GETTING THE SERVICES RENDERED I NOTICED SEVERAL PROBLEMS. ONE WAS THAT THE TURN SIGNALS WERE NO LONGER OPERABLE, AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT SHIFT PAST SECOND GEAR AND WOULD MISS GEARS REPEATEDLY, AND A... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
Jan 18, 2007
Incident date: Jan 5, 2007
TL* - THE CONTACT HAS A 1997 DODGE INTREPID THAT HE TOOK TO HIS LOCAL MECHANIC BECAUSE THE VEHICLE WAS LEAKING FUEL FROM THE FUEL RAIL SYSTEM. AT THE REPAIR FACILITY, THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THERE WAS A RECALL ON HIS VEHICLE AND TO TAKE IT TO THE DEALERSHIP (NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER : 98V184000. ... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Oct 30, 2006
Incident date: Oct 5, 2006
I WAS DRIVING HOME AFTER WORK IN MY 97 DODGE INTREPID, MY ENGINE FAILED. MY MOTOR NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. I HAD NO SIGNS OF ENGINE PROBLEMS. IF I WOULD HAVE BEEN ON THE HIGHWAY, I PROBABLY WOULD HAVE CAUSED AN ACCIDENT.*JB
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Oct 25, 2006
Incident date: Oct 23, 2006
1997 DODGE INTREPID, INNER TIE ROD BUSHING FAILED WHILE TAKING THE VEHICLE TO GET FRONT END ALIGNMENT, I WAS TOLD THE INNER TIE ROD BUSHINGS NEEDED REPLACING. I AM IN THE PROCESS OF REPAIRING THE BUSHING NOW. I HAVE FOUND ONE BUSHING COMPLETELY GONE EXCEPT FOR THE METEL BUSHING PART, AND THE OTHER ... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT
Sep 20, 2006
Incident date: Sep 19, 2006
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN A PARKING LOT, UPON ATTEMPTING TO ENTER THE VEHICLE, THE OCCUPANT'S PURSE BECAME ENTANGLED WITH THE COLUMN GEAR SHIFT ALLOWING THE GEAR SHIFT TO MOVE OUT OF PLACE WITHOUT THE KEYS IN THE IGNITION. THE VEHICLE ROLLED BACKWARDS DOWN AN INCLINE W... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
Sep 8, 2006
Incident date: Sep 7, 2006
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THERE WAS A SMELL OF GASOLINE WHILE DRIVING ANY SPEED. THIS WAS ACCOMPANIED BY A KNOCKING NOISE IN THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A PRIVATE REPAIR SHOP, WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THAT FUEL HAD LEAKED ON TO THE INTAKE MANIFOLD. THE O RINGS WERE REPLACED, AS WELL AS THE ... Read more
STEERING
Jul 11, 2006
Incident date: Jul 10, 2006
IN THE FALL OF 2005,THE BUSHINGS ON THE TIE RODS WERE REPLACED DUE TO EXCESSIVE WEAR. ON JULY 10 2006,MY WIFE BACKED OUT OF DRIVEWAY INTO STREET,BUT COULD NOT GO EITHER FORWARD OR BACKWARD. A TOW TRUCK WAS CALL QUOTED $1460.00 AND CAR WAS TRANSPORTED TO DEALER. DEALER QUOTED $1460.00 TO REPLACE STEE... Read more
SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
Jun 2, 2006
Incident date: Jun 2, 2006
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE REAR END OF THE VEHICLE BOUNCED UP AND DOWN AFTER DRIVING OVER A BUMP. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP, WHERE THE REAR STRUTS WERE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE THEN BEGAN TO MAKE A CLUNKING NOISE IN THE REAR END. THE REPAIR SHOP WAS ALERTED, BUT DID NOT I... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
Dec 28, 2005
Incident date: Dec 28, 2005
WE STARTED NOTICING A STRONG GAS SMELL IN OUR CAR AND BAD FUEL ECONOMY. THE SMELL WAS SO STRONG THAT IT WAS MAKING US SICK AFTER BEING IN THE CAR FOR MORE THAN 15-20 MINUTES. I TOOK THE CAR TO A SHOP AND THEY TOLD ME THAT IT THE "FUEL RAIL IS LEAKING AND THE FUEL INJECTION O-RINGS NEED TO BE REPLACE... Read more
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Nov 16, 2005
Incident date: Nov 15, 2005
DT: THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT. UPON IMPACT, NEITHER AIR BAG DEPLOYED. THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS HIT BY ANOTHER CAR, DRAGGING DOWN THE ROAD, AND THEN GOING INTO A DITCH. THIS WAS A FRONTAL IMPACT. THE VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. NO REPAIRS COULD BE MADE AT THIS TIME. NO WAR... Read more
Crash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 1, 2005
Incident date: Nov 1, 2005
DT:THE CONTACT STATED THE ENGINE STALLED WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. THE VEHICLE MUST STOP BEFORE IT WILL RESTART. NO INDICATORS LIGHT CAME ON EITHER BEFORE OR AFTER THE VEHICLE STALLED. THERE ARE SEVERAL RECALLS AND ALL HAVE BEEN REPAIRED IN A TIMELY MANNER. THE DEALERSHIP STATES A NEW CO... Read more
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Sep 14, 2005
Incident date: Sep 13, 2005
I WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK AND FELT A RUMBLE IN THE CAR, LIKE THE TIRES WERE OUT OF BALANCE. I CHECKED THE TIRES AT A GAS STATION BEFORE LEAVING AND ALL LOOKED FINE. THE RUMBLING GOT WORSE OVER THE COURSE OF THE DRIVE DOWN 95 SOUTH IN MASSACHUSETTS, UNTIL I GOT OFF 95 S AND WAS ON THE EXIT RAMP ... Read more
TIRES
Sep 14, 2005
Incident date: Sep 13, 2005
I WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK AND FELT A RUMBLE IN THE CAR, LIKE THE TIRES WERE OUT OF BALANCE. I CHECKED THE TIRES AT A GAS STATION BEFORE LEAVING AND ALL LOOKED FINE. THE RUMBLING GOT WORSE OVER THE COURSE OF THE DRIVE DOWN 95 SOUTH IN MASSACHUSETTS, UNTIL I GOT OFF 95 S AND WAS ON THE EXIT RAMP ... Read more
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Sep 1, 2005
Incident date: Sep 1, 2005
DT: 1997 DODGE INTREPID. THE CONSUMER STATES THE SUNROOF FLEW OFF ON THE HIGHWAY. THIS HAPPENED WHILE GOING BETWEEN 65-70 MPH. THE CONSUMER WAS TRYING TOO CLOSE IT WHEN THIS HAPPENED. THIS WAS NOT THE TYPE OF SUNROOF THAT CAME OFF AT ANY TIME. THE CONSUMER NOTICED A LOT OF AIR NOISE FROM THE ... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Aug 3, 2005
Incident date: Nov 1, 2001
DT: THE HEADLIGHTSEERE MADE OUT OF PLASTIC AND THE OUTER SHELL WAS YELLOW. HAD A HARD TIME SEEING WHEN RAINING. NOTICED MANY DODGE VEHICLES WITHTHE SAME PROBLEM. *AK
STEERING:RACK AND PINION
Jul 8, 2005
Incident date: Jul 1, 2005
DEAR SIR OR MADAM, I OWN A 1997 DODGE INTREPID ES. ABOUT A YEAR AGO, MY RACK AND PINION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. HE INSTALLED THE NEW RACK AND PINION, BUT I STILL HEARD INTERMITTENT "CLUNKING" NOISES COMING FROM THE FRONT END. I BROUGHT IT BACK TO HIM, HE CHECKED IT, TIGHTENED IT AND SAID IT SH... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
Jun 28, 2005
Incident date: Jun 25, 2005
MY NAME IS [XXX] AND I OWN A 1997 DODGE INTREPID W/86K MILES. I HAVE WELL CARED FOR THIS VEHICLE. THIS PAST WEEKEND, I HAVE EXPERIENCED THE ENGINE SEIZED/QUIT ISSUE WHILE DRIVING 75 MPH ON THE EXPRESSWAY WITH MY TWO KIDS. I FIGURED IT WAS THE HEAT; SO I LET IT COOL DOWN. STARTED BACK ON OUR ROAD... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Jun 9, 2005
Incident date: Jan 3, 2004
ACRYLIC HEADLIGHT COVERS HAVE BECOME YELLOWED AND CLOUDY, RESULTING IN DIMINISHED BRIGHTNESS OF HEADLIGHTS AT NIGHT AND IN DARK WEATHER CONDITIONS.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
May 25, 2005
Incident date: May 25, 2005
DT: THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 DODGE INTREPID. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE MECHANIC TO HAVE A COIL AND TIE RODS PUT ON THE CAR. PICKED UP THE CAR THIS MORNING AFTER SHE GOT HOME WITH THE VEHICLE AND IT CAUGHT ON FIRE UNDER THE HOOD. *AK *SB
Fire
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
Apr 1, 2005
Incident date: Nov 1, 2004
DODGE INTREPID 1997, FUEL LEAK IN THE FUEL RAIL. *BF THE CONSUMER DID SOME RESEARCH AND DISCOVERED THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE O-RINGS, HOWEVER WHEN THE CONSUMER ENTERED HER VIN INTO THE DATABASE THE INFORMATION CAME BACK AS THE RECALL ALREADY BEING TAKEN CARE OF. 8-10 MONTHS LATER THE ENGINE LIGHT... Read more
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Mar 31, 2005
Incident date: Mar 1, 2005
THE BOLT THAT HELD THE TIE ROD TO THE RACK AND PINION BROKE IN THE CONSUMER'S 1997 DODGE INTREPID WHICH CAUSED THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL TO COLLAPSE UNDER THE VEHICLE. *NM *JB
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EPA Fuel Economy, 1997 DODGE INTREPID
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.3L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 17.0 | 25.0 | 20.0 | Regular | $3,100 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 16.0 | 24.0 | 19.0 | Regular | $3,300 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 15.0 | 24.0 | 18.0 | Regular | $3,450 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Large Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1997 DODGE INTREPID
88 manufacturer communications from 82 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 6 |
| 010000 STEERING | 6 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 6 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 5 |
| 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY | 5 |
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 4 |
| 062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM | 4 |
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 3 |
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110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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3100619
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Nov 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
31-005-19
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
31-003-19
Nov 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
31-006-19
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
R2118796A
Feb 26, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
23-014-15
Apr 23, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
Child Seat Tether Anchor Installation This bulletin describes procedures to install Child Seat Tether Anchors based on Customer Request. Retrofits are subject to part availability. Vehicles in the following list that are marked **** for th
23-014-15
Apr 23, 2015
592000 CHILD SEAT:TETHER: CONNECTOR/CLIP (SECURES TOP OF CHILD SEAT TO VEHICLE)
Child Seat Tether Anchor Installation This bulletin describes procedures to install Child Seat Tether Anchors based on Customer Request. Retrofits are subject to part availability. Vehicles in the following list that are marked **** for th
1802002
Jun 24, 2002
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
FLASH PROGRAMMING FAILURE RECOVERY. *SLC
0700202
Feb 4, 2002
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
SUBJECT REGARDING LOW OR NO CABIN HEAD, ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM SYSTEM FILL PROCEDURE. *TT
1801201
May 25, 2001
350000 EQUIPMENT
SUBJECT REGARDING GENERIC SCAN TOOL (GST), PUBLICATION NO. 81-170-00008 PROVIDED WITH THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TO PROVIDE REFERENCE INFORMATION WHEN USING GENERIC SCAN TOOL ON OBDII VEHICLES. *TT
0801001
May 25, 2001
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SUBJECT REGARDING AIRBAG / CLOCK SPRING SERVICE FOR VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2002 MODEL YEAR JEEP LIBERTY. *TT
1900101
Mar 23, 2001
010000 STEERING
SOME OWNERS MAY EXPERIENCE LOOSE FEEL OR CLUNK IN THE STEERING WHEEL AS THE WHEEL IS MOVED FROM SIDE TO SIDE. *TT
2100601
Mar 16, 2001
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE ATF+4. *TT *MJ
2304600
Dec 29, 2000
220000 SEATS
ON SOME VEHICLES THE FRONT SEAT CUSHION PAN CRACKED OR THE MOUNTING WELD NUTS BROKE LOOSE. *JB
0800600REV
Dec 29, 2000
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SUBJECT REGARDING WIRE SPLICE REPAIRS. *SB
2300800B
Nov 24, 2000
220000 SEATS
SUBJECT REGARDING CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *TT
2303900
Oct 20, 2000
131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
INFORMATION ON DOOR GLASS LIFT PLATE SERVICE. *TT
1900300B
Oct 6, 2000
010000 STEERING
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE LOOSE FEEL OR CLUNK IN THE STEERING WHEEL AS THE WHEEL IS MOVED FROM SIDE TO SIDE. *TT
082700
Sep 29, 2000
140000 AIR BAGS
SUBJECT REGARDING NON-DEPLOYED AIRBAG HANDLING PROCEDURES. *TT
0042
Sep 13, 2000
010000 STEERING
ADVANCE SERVICE INFORMATION FOR LOOSE STEERING. *TT
190300A
Sep 8, 2000
010000 STEERING
EXPERIENCING LOOSE FEEL OR CLUNK IN THE STEERING WHEEL AS THE WHEEL IS MOVED FROM SIDE TO SIDE. *TT
070200
Jun 16, 2000
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT ENGINE OVERHEATING AND / OR COOLANT BOTTLE FAILURES AFTER SERVICE HAS BEEN PERFORMED ON THE ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM. *TT
190300
Jun 2, 2000
010000 STEERING
A CONDITION MAY EXIST WHERE A LOOSE FEEL OR CLUNK IN THE STEERING WHEEL AS THE WHEEL IS MOVED FROM SIDE TO SIDE. *TT
080600
Feb 25, 2000
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES A REVISED WIRE SPLICE PROCEDURE AND RELATED PARTS. *TT
0006
Feb 18, 2000
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
INFORMATION REGARDING EXTENDED WARRANTY FOR REFRIGERANT LEAKS IN THE A/C EVAPORATOR COIL ON SUBJECT VEHICLES. *TT
180100
Feb 4, 2000
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
SUBJECT REGARDING MISDIAGNOSED LEAK DETECTION PUMP SYSTEMS WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P1494, P0442 P0455, OR P0456. *TT
230200
Feb 4, 2000
175200 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LOCK
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION IS NOW OFFERING INTERNAL EMERGENCY TRUNK RELEASES FOR SELECTION VEHICLES. *TT
021699
Dec 31, 1999
020000 SUSPENSION
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CONSTANT LEAD OR PULL ON A FLAT NON-CROWNED ROAD. *TT
190899
Dec 31, 1999
010000 STEERING
INFORMATION WHEN SERVICING THE INNER TIE ROD END TO STEERING GEAR ATTACHMENTS. *TT
083799
Nov 12, 1999
145000 AIR BAGS:ON-OFF SWITCH ASSEMBLY
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION IS NOW OFFERINB AIRBAG ON / OFF SWITCHES FOR SELECTED VEHICLES. *TT
233599REVA
Oct 1, 1999
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
SUBJECT ON THE CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *MJS
090599
Sep 24, 1999
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
CUSTOMERS MAY COMPLAIN THAT THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL INDICATOR (DIP STICK) HANDLE MAY BE BROKEN OR CRACKED. *TT
233599
Sep 3, 1999
220000 SEATS
INFORMATION ON CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *TT
210599A
Sep 3, 1999
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES THE AVAILABILITY AND INSTALLATION OF A RESUABLE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OIL PAN GASKET. *TT
211099
Jun 25, 1999
105000 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE
SUBJECT REGARDING AUXILIARY DIFFERENTIAL VENT. *TT
181299
Jun 18, 1999
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
THIS BULLETIN EXPLAINS THE OPERATION AND APPLICATION OF THE LEAK DETECTION PUMP (LDP) MONITOR TEST. *TT
210699
Apr 2, 1999
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
CONDITIONS WITH INTERMITTENT LOSS OF SPEED CONTROL. *TT
210499
Feb 26, 1999
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SERVICE AND PARTS INFORMATION ON 1999 RUNNING CHANGES TO TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR (TRS) *TT
081798
Dec 30, 1998
145000 AIR BAGS:ON-OFF SWITCH ASSEMBLY
SUBJECT REGARDING AIRBAG ON - OFF SWITCHES. *YC
250298
Oct 23, 1998
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
SUBJECT REGARDING I/M ( INSPECTION MAINTENANCE ) TESTING - OBD II "CARB" READINESS MONITOR INFORMATION. *YC
190798
Oct 2, 1998
013000 STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
INFORMATION ON STEERING GEAR MOUNTING BUSHING SERVICE. *AK
183298
Sep 25, 1998
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
SUBJECT ON FLASH PROGRAMMING FAILURE RECOVERY. *YC
081798 REV B
Sep 18, 1998
145000 AIR BAGS:ON-OFF SWITCH ASSEMBLY
SUBJECT REGARDING THE AIRBAG ON-OFF SWITCHES. *YC
232898
Jul 2, 1998
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
WATER AND / OR DUST COLLECTION IN THE SPARE TIRE WELL OR AT THE TRUNK FLOOR TO QUARTER PANEL SEAM. *YC
210298
Jun 26, 1998
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
INFORMATION ON DIAGNOSTIC / DRIVEABILITY IMPROVEMENTS, TRANSAXLE THAT INCORPORATES A TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR (TRS) ONLY. REDUCES A SHUDDER CONDITION THAT MAY BE EXPERIENCED DURING LIGHT THROTTLE 1-2 UPSHIFT. *AK
980327181598
Jun 11, 1998
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
A LIGHT SURGE MAY BE EXPERIENCED BETWEEN 42 AND 50 MILES PER HOUR AFTER/DURING ELECTRONICALLY MODULATED CLUTCH CONTROL (EMCC) OPERATION. *YC
020398
May 29, 1998
020000 SUSPENSION
VEHICLE LEADS OR PULLS ON FLAT NON-CROWNED ROAD. *YC
980206091097
May 18, 1998
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
SYMPTOMS WITH ENGINE OIL LEVEL INDICATOR TUBE. *YC
210798
Apr 24, 1998
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
SUBJECT ON DELAYED TRANSAXLE ENGAGEMENT. *AK
081698
Apr 17, 1998
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
INFORMATION ON INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT. *AK
240198
Mar 6, 1998
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
SERVICE MANUAL PROCEDURES TO SERVICE THE HVAC HOUSING A/C EVAPORATOR/HEATER CORE. *YC
091097
Feb 6, 1998
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
CONCERNS WITH RUSTY ENGINE OIL LEVEL INDIACATOR TUBE. *NLM
090997
Dec 19, 1997
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
INFORMATION ON GASKET SURFACE PREPARATION ON ALUMINUM ENGINE COMPONENTS. *NLM
083997
Nov 28, 1997
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
CONDITION WITH KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) TRANSMITTER BATTERIES DISCHARGE PREMATURELY. *YC
083997
Nov 28, 1997
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
VEHICLE MAY EXPERIENCE REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY TRANSMITTER BATTERIES DISCHARGE PREMATURELY. *NLM
140897
Nov 21, 1997
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
INFORMATION ON POOR DRIVABILITY WITH HIGH DI (DRIVABILITY INDEX) FUEL. *NLM
020897
Oct 3, 1997
020000 SUSPENSION
CONDITIONS WITH VEHICLE LEADS OR PULLS ON A FLAT NON-CROWNED ROAD. *YC
970926082797
Sep 26, 1997
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
THE CD PLAYER MAY BECOME INOPERATIVE, AND WILL NOT ACCEPT THE CD WHEN ATTEMPTING TO INSERT THE DISK INTO THE RADIO. *YC
082797A
Sep 26, 1997
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
VEHICLE MAY EXPEREIENCE INOPERATIVE CD PLAYER SALES CODE RAZ RADIO. *NLM
970919083297
Sep 19, 1997
140000 AIR BAGS
AUTHORIZED AIRBAG DEACTIVATION FOR MEDICAL NECESSITY. *YC
0832097
Sep 19, 1997
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
INFORMATION REGARDING NHTSA AUTHORIZED AIRBAG DEACTIVATION FOR MEDICAL NECESSITY. *NLM
182497
Aug 8, 1997
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
INFORMATION ON NO START DIAGNOSTIC CAM/CRANK SENSOR $01 AND $28. *NLM
082797
Jul 18, 1997
114200 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
CONCERNS WITH CD PLAYER NOT ACCEPTING CD WHEN ATTEMPTING TO INSERT THE DISK INTO THE RADIO. *YC
241197
Jul 11, 1997
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
CONCERNS WITH A/C EVAPORATOR ODOR. *NLM
234097
Jul 3, 1997
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
CONCERNS WITH SUNFOOF SUNSHADE BINDING. *NLM
020697
Jun 27, 1997
021000 SUSPENSION:FRONT
VEHICLE LEAD TO RIGHT UNDER ACCELERATION. *TW
220197
Jun 13, 1997
190000 TIRES
INFORMATION ON TIRE AND WHEEL RUNOUT. *NLM
130197
Jun 13, 1997
161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
CONCERNS WITH POPPING, OIL CANNING OR METALLIC NOISE FROM FRONT OF VEHICLE. *NLM
233697
Jun 13, 1997
162700 STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID
DECK LID TORSION BAR TENSION. *TW
210997
May 16, 1997
102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
INFORMATION ON 41TE/42LE SERVICE INFORMATION. *NLM
240897
May 9, 1997
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
CONCERN ON WATER INGESTION INTO HEATER A/C HOUSING.. *NLM
240997
May 9, 1997
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES EVAPORATOR LEAKS. *NLM
070397
May 9, 1997
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
CONCERNS WITH ENGINE COOLANT USAGE. *NLM
070397
May 9, 1997
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
VARIOUS CAR OWNER'S HAVE EXPRESSED INTEREST IN USING ENGINE COOLANTS MADE WITH PROPYLENE GLYCOL INSTEAD OF ETHYLENE GLYCOL. *YC
231997
Apr 4, 1997
141000 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
IF A WARPED OR POOR FITTING PASSENGER AIRBAG DOOR EXISTS, THE AIRBAG DOOR CAN NOW BE SERVICED SEPARATE FROM THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY. *TW
970314210597
Mar 14, 1997
102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
CONDITION WITH TRANAXLE SHUDDER DURING A 3RD GEAR TO 3RD GEAR PARTIAL EMCC ( ELECTRONICALLY MODULATED CONVERTER CLUTCH) ENGAGEMENT, 3RD GEAR PARTIAL EMCC TO 4TH GEAR PARTIAL EMCC ENGAGEMENT, OR 4TH GEAR TO 4TH GEAR EMCC ENGAGEMENT. *YC
210597
Mar 14, 1997
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
CONCERNS WITH 41TE/42LE TRANSAXLE SHUDDER DURING AN EMCC (ELECTRONICALLY MODULATED CONVERTER CLUTCH) SHIFT. *NLM
230897
Mar 7, 1997
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES LOOSE BODY MOUNT DOOR WEATHERSTRIP . *NLM
210197
Feb 28, 1997
103600 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES
TRANSMISSION FLUID AUXILLARY COOLER. *TW
080997
Feb 28, 1997
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
AIR BAG WARNING LABELS. *TW
230397
Feb 14, 1997
161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
DIFFICULT TO CLEAN LIGHT COLORED "CHALKY" RESIDUE FROM PLASTIC BODY COMPONENTS THAT ARE MOLDED IN BLACK. *TW
180297
Jan 24, 1997
116200 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE
ERRONEOUS MIL ILLUMINATION WITH HEX CODE $6A, ELIMINATION OF ERRONEOUS PCM RESET. *JD
NHTSA Safety Investigations, DODGE INTREPID
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
RP04001
Opened: Mar 1, 2004 , Closed: Jun 22, 2004
REMEDY FAILURES OF RECALL 98V-184
THE PETITIONER, PHILIP MCBROOM,ALLEGES THAT THERE WAS A FUEL LEAK IN THE FUEL RAIL, AND OR FUEL O-RINGS, WHICH CAUSED AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.THIS EVENT OCCURRED AFTER THE RECALL (98V-184) REMEDY WAS PERFORMED ON HIS VEHICLE.HE HAS PETITIONED THE NHTSA TO INVESTIGATE THE REMEDY ADEQUACY OF SAFETY... Read more
EA94040
Opened: Nov 30, 1994 , Closed: May 17, 1996
TRUCK LID SUPPORT FAILURE
There is no summary currently available
PE94056
Opened: Jul 26, 1994 , Closed: Nov 30, 1994
TRUNK LID SUPPORT FAILURE
There is no summary currently available
DODGE INTREPID - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the DODGE INTREPID across all model years (1993, 2004).
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Total Recalls
8,096
Total Complaints
3
Investigations
442
Reported Crashes
244
Reported Fires
37
Reported Deaths
DODGE INTREPID - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.