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The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid. While driving approximately 50 mph, the vehicle crashed into a brick wall and severely damaged the front passenger side of the vehicle. The air bags did not deploy and the front passenger seat belts malfunctioned. The driver sustained a back injury and body bruises and the front passenger sustained broken ribs. The rear passenger sustained multiple lacerations. Medical attention was required. A police report was filed. The cause of the failure was not diagnosed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 250,000.
While starting my vehicle in my driveway the air bag deployed hitting me in the side of the head while i was leaning forward to get my date book.
As i was driving along and approached my exit, the steering wheel locked up and would not allow me to control the car.i was able to stop the car safely hitting some brush on the side of the road.no damage or injuries were incurred, but this was very frightening!now, the steering is still getting stuck on turns and i have no horn!the airbag light is now showing and i don't know whats going on with this car!something needs to be done.no warnings, or recalls have been made, and there a many concerns of others going through the same issue with this car.please advise on what is going to be done about this problem before someone gets killed!
Car was t-boned on driver side, then propelled into a tree and sideswiped a parked car. Airbags did not deploy. Hood was slightly buckled, driver side was damaged from front to behind rear door. Passenger side was damaged from front headlight/bumper area to rear door.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid. The contact stated that upon starting the engine, both the driver and passenger side air bags deployed. The dealer stated that diagnostic testing to assess the failure could be done at the owners expense. The manufacturer would not provide any assistance due to the age of the vehicle. There were no repairs made to the vehicle. The approximate failure mileage was 89,000 and the current mileage was 90,000. Updated 05/13/10. *lj
While traveling 25-30 mph, another vehicle pulled out in front of the consumer resulting in a frontal collision in which neither air bag deployed, both the driver and passenger sustained injuries. Ts*nlm*dt
While driving the vehicle had an accident the air bag did not deploy driving at 35 mph. Please provide any further information. Nlm
The consumers vehicle was hit on the front right side yet the air bags did not deploy.the seat belt also failed to properly restrained the driver andas a result the driver was thrown into the passenger seat.the consumer sustained injuries to the face, right shoulder, side and eyes.the vehicle was a total loss. *nlm
Dt: 2000 dodge intrepid bought in april used with 11,000 miles.since then it has been in shop 9-10 times, mostly consistingof steering problems, such as rack and pinion and the steering coupler.there were other issues, but this was the main concern.one week ago the consumerwasinvolved in an accident, front end impact for which the air bags did not deploy.consumersustainedinjuries.no repairs after the accident because there was over $6,000 worth of damage.emergency brake handle was loose.the dealer determined the it was not connected. The dealer repositioned/reassembled the emergency brake.the key wouldn't come out of the ignition because the shift interlock cable broke.the check engine light illuminated.the dealer replaced the wiring to the brake light switch.
Vehicle was involved in a direct frontal impact at35mph. Upon impact,air bags did not deploy. Please provide additional information.
While driving at 30 mph on a city street the consumer collided with another vehicle in an intersection.the consumer's front left side impacted with the other vehicles rear right side.none of the frontal air bags deployed in the consumers vehicle.there were no injuries to either party in the accident. *nlm
Vehicle hit a concrete post at less than 15mph.air bags deployed hitting the driver.i do not believe the air bags should have deployed.i am concerned for employee safety.we have had two intrepids deploy the air bags at less than 15 mph.
The problem i have with this vehicle is this. My daughter got into a rear end collision with this car. She hiot a van with very minimal damage to it. Air bags never deployed but vehicle had 5000 dollars woth of damage. Something is wrong. Not getting any response from dodge.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid. While the vehicle was in park the air bags abruptly deployed without any level of impact to the vehicle. The driver sustained minor injury. The authorized dealer was notified of the malfunction. The vehicle repair cost was approximately $3,500. The failure and current mileage were unknown. The vin was unavailable.
On or about the first week of october my engine light came on. The engine showed no signs of failure but the transmission seemed a little sluggish. During the first or second week of november i finally got a chance to take the car to the dealership. They did a diagnostic on the car and found nothing. The light came back on the same day i picked it up and along with that my air bag light came on and the rpm and speedometer gauges stopped working. The gauges do not work when air bag light is lite. The dealership is aware of the problem and i will be taking the car back to dealership 11/27/00. I will keep you informed of the progress.
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Aftertaking vehicle to the dealershipdealer noted thatair bagswere not working, andair bags needed to be replaced.
The consumer was involved in a 25 mph frontal collision and both frontal air bags failed to deploy. No injury was reported dealer / manufacturer were both notified.
Consumer was in an accident traveling 70mph.accident damagedright front corner panel, every thing electrical was knocked out,air bags didn't deploy, 2-3 inch crease right underneathleft head light. Sinceaccidentfuel emissions light has been off and on.vehicle has been in 5 times sincefirst week in november.dealer said it was a fuel emissions leak,consumer didn't know how to put ongas cap.after the vehicle was repaired for damages caused by the accident, the ses light came on and the vehicle was serviced four times for the same fuel emissions leaks.finally, a broken fuel line was found and was fixed.
While daugther was driving about 55 mph vehicle crashed into a guardrail. Uponimpact,air bags did not deploy.
Consumer state in result have being rear ended at 70 mph push into another vehicle eight feet away consumer air bags did not deploy at any time. Please provide further information.
When vehicle was put in park it suddenly and unexpectedly accelerated,resulting in a collision which caused property damage.also,upon impact,airbags did not deploy. *ml
When drivingat undetermined speed steering wheel failed, causing the driver to lose control the vehicle and hit another vehicle head on. Consumer stated that steering wheel locked up,and both front air bags did not deploy.consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealership for inspection, and mechanic determined that the steering column boltsnapped.
Vehicle was involved in a 55 mph frontal collision in whichdriver's and passenger's air bags did not deploy, cause unknown.please give any further details.
Upon hitting a deer t electrical box split open, and caused a fire, burningentire car. Airbags did not go off, andanti-lock brakes locked up for at least 6 feet .
Had mild tapping sound from engine a few months ago, took vehicle to the mechanic and that is where i learned the reputation of the 2.7 liter engine.he advised that we should look for another vehicle before we became the latest victim.unfortunately, on the way home from work one afternoon the engine started developing an even more pronounced clattering, knock and vibration; as if it were about to tear itself apart.pulled over to avoid subjecting engine to even more damage.had to have it towed home.will not spend another dollar on this vehicle until chrysler hands me a check from a lawsuit settlement.
The engine failed while driving between 55-60 mph.there was a knocking noise in the engineand the vehicle lurched forward, then slow down.the vehicle did this for about a mile, afterwards, it stalled.this was due to an oil sludge build up which was caused by a design flaw.the vehicle had a variety of electrical problems throughtout three years. *sc
Front automatic door locks/switches spontaneously and intermittently stopped functioning, and created inability to even manually unlock or open driver and passenger doors, trapping driver and/or passenger in car (including mechanic who test-drove car to determine source of problem) electronic power source to locks ultimately had to be disconnected for safety.
Door will not unlock manually or with the alarm keypad.*mr.the consumer stated rear occupants had to go through the front doors to exit the vehicle.
Dt*:the contact stated while the vehicle was parked in the driveway for 2 hours it caught on fire.the fire started in the engine compartment spreading thought out the entire vehicle.there was a fire report filed at the scene.there were no prior problems with the vehicle.the dealer was alerted and determined an inspector would need to inspect the vehicle.a letter received from the manufacturer stating there was no need for an inspection. Updated 7/11/2006 - the consumer contacted the manufacturer and was told not to contact their office again as the fire was not their problem.per the crd chief used the most current incident date (internet voq request).
Driving vehicle on exit 73 in lisbon,md. When acceleration halts and car will not accelerate over 60mph and was steadily decreasing. As i pulled off the exit, the car stalled and the battery light came on, then the engine light and then the transmission light, proceeding was all lights in the car blacked out and the car was only drifting off the exit. As the car stopped and i put it in park, i noticed black smoke and fire submerging in the front of the car with force. I then heard a pop to realize my tires popped from the burning heat of the fire. I exited the vehicle with nothing in tow and in fear of my life in addition to my passenger whom we both left valuable items in the burning car. This seems to fall under a form of defect in which i would like to have investigated and a claim filed as this was a very traumatic experience which i would not want to happen to anyone else. [xxx]information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Downshiffted during course of driving. Rpms went to 3500.upon slowing down, motor shut off. All accessories turned off. No warning.re-started vehicle to drive off the street. All systems shutdown again.finally restarted motor long enough to pull into a nearby parking lot. Had tow truck deliver vehicle to home.
(1)dashboard lights occasionally flickering.(2)abs brakes engaged on freeway at 70 mph without stepping on brake pedal.had battery tested. It was bad.(3)traded vehicle in for a new car two days later.did not drive car any more at freeway speeds.
I have a 2000 dodge intrepid bought almost a year ago.had a short in the ignition had to wiggle key to get somethings to kick on.then a mth ago.i was at a stop light started to take off it vibrated really bad and now it's stuck in low gear.then it had a problem starting, something drains the battery.check engine light on.2 machinics looked my car it won't read diagnostics because there's a short in electronical system.
Interior lights turned on and off intermittently which often scared and distracted the driver from the road, increasing the chance of a crash. Taken in for repairs three times, but the problem recurred.the consumer stated that the interior lights go on an off while the vehicle is not running.the consumer stated that the control module was replacedat total of 4 times.the consumer stated that the rear door lock has a buzz noise in it. The horn and alarm goes on and off.*tc
Every time i go to slow down i stall. I have taken it in to be serviced. I'm not sure what part they changed but it's still doing it. I'm afraid to drive the car.i bought it because i was told it was a good family car. I can't even see my grand kids i'm to afraid to drive it. When i say it stall all the time i live 13 miles from work and i will stall 6 times before i get there.
Intermittent flickering of all interior lights.problem will occur anytime of the day or night. Causes a distraction that could be dangerous. *nlm
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid. While driving at 55 mph, there was a burning odor. In addition, the steering wheel made an abnormal noise when turning in both directions and all lights, meters, and gauges on the instrument panel failed to function. The contact also stated that the rear lights failed to illuminate. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 135,000.
Purchased a 2000 dodge intrepid from dadeland dodge in miami, fl.the car is qualified for the lemon law 3 months after purchase, but unaware of such a law and never filed.now it is too late.it is now i decided to take action since the engine blew on 04/12/03.my brother in law was driving and the engine just stopped without warning.i called for a tow truck to be taken to the dealer.the car has about 65,000 miles, and the extended warranty should have covered the repairs; however, the dealer declined.iended up paying $2,714.87 to get the engine rebuilt.in addition, ialso don't have a car for 2 months, and disputed with the dealer and extended warranty company during that span.*la
I purchased a new 2000 dodge intrepid april 15, 2000.while on my way to thanksgiving dinner, on the expressway, the oil light came on & 2 seconds later the car stopped.i finally was able to move it to the right lane (there is no emergency parking on the van wyck) when all lights including my hazard lights went out.my family and i almost died on the expressway.i had it towed to a dealer that night and after repeated calls to them they responded six days later telling me the starter needed replacing and i needed a new battery.when i called to find out when it could be picked up, they told me i had a seased engine and they did could not tell me why.my warranty was for 7 years or 50,000 miles; however, i now had 60,000 miles there fore i am no longer covered and must pay $7000 for a new engine. I owe $13,000 on my car note, the dealer told me to pay of the note and come buy another car.i have researched and found numerous cases of seased engines on the model.the manufacturer is aware of this dangerous condition, my family was almost killed and i am sure there have been cases where this condition has been fatal.something must be done. *la
Since i bought this car on october of 1999, i have taken it to the dealer 31 times to fix things.i have been without a car 100 days.i have paid out of pocket $3,137.64.i am now on an extended warranty.i still owe $8,000.00 on my car.it has 60,000 miles.i have maintained it every 3,000 miles as suggested in the owners manual.i only use 97 octane gas.i am a very cautious driver.i take care of the car but the car has left me stranded in the middle of highways putting my life and the lives of my passengers in danger.i never know when the car is going to break down again and where so i am always under terrible stress. I pray as i drive that i make it to my destination.this car has been a lemon since i bought it.the biggest problem is the engine blowing. My brother in law was driving and i was the passenger on south dixie highway (us1) in south miami when we were at a red light and then started to go when the light turned green and without any warning lights, noises, or anything the car stopped running.it died in the middle lane.we had to push it to the side.it was rush hour and this highway is filled with very aggressive drivers.they were all cursing, beeping, signaling, and driving so close to us as to almost touch us.i was petrified.i thought a car was going to hit us. I paid for the engine repair out of my pocket, because the extended warranty company told the dealerthey could not cover it because there was sludge build up.they send an adjustor who reported it to them.the dealer told us to fight it because the sludge was normal for that type of engine.we provided the extended warranty all the receipts for the maintenance that we religiously did about every 3000 miles.we also had another mechanic go in and look at the car.the other mechanic said that these types of engines always had the problem of sludge build up and that it was normal for the engine and that the extended warranty should cover it.
The electric door lock mechanism has failed on thre of the four doors of my 2000 dodge intrepid.the last time the door could not be opened from the inside.another problem is the the clamp on the passenger side tie rod does not clear the opening in the wheel well liner and looks like it could hang up on the metal edge.on my car it abraded the insulation off the baterry cables that run right through this area.this seems like it could start a fire of short out the electrical system.dealer said that's the way it is.
Purchased a 2000 dodge intrepid from dadeland dodge in miami, fl.the car is qualified for the lemon law 3 months after purchase, but unaware of such a law and never filed.now it is too late.it is now i decided to take action since the engine blew on 04/12/03.my brother in law was driving and the engine just stopped without warning.i called for a tow truck to be taken to the dealer.the car has about 65,000 miles, and the extended warranty should have covered the repairs; however, the dealer declined.iended up paying $2,714.87 to get the engine rebuilt.in addition, ialso don't have a car for 2 months, and disputed with the dealer and extended warranty company during that span.*la
Dt:contact states when she starting thevehicle there was a loud noise.the dealership said it was the oil gasket, alternator idler pulley, and the air conditioner idler pulley.she has not contacted the manufacturer.she contacted dealer about theextended warranty. They stated the parts for her vehicle was not covered by her warranty.the dealership will repair the vehicle atcontact's expense.
As i was driving along and approached my exit, the steering wheel locked up and would not allow me to control the car.i was able to stop the car safely hitting some brush on the side of the road.no damage or injuries were incurred, but this was very frightening!now, the steering is still getting stuck on turns and i have no horn!the airbag light is now showing and i don't know whats going on with this car!something needs to be done.no warnings, or recalls have been made, and there a many concerns of others going through the same issue with this car.please advise on what is going to be done about this problem before someone gets killed!
Engine fire due to plugged pcv valve. Was not properly or fully inspected by van dyn hoven prior to sale. Also in six months after purchase, replaced mode door actuator, ignition tumbler, oil sensor and then the then the air conditioning compressor failed. Total cost of repairs for 1 year $1047. This car is a perfect example of why most people buy japanese cars.
Consumer was unable to turn the ignition key.the dealer replaced the ignition key cylinder.
Able to pull the key out of the ignition whilegear shift lever is in drive.contacted dealer.brakes shimmy, will take into dealer for repair.*ml
Engine check light came on. Dealer rewired ignition coil. Since then, vehicle has stalled twice.dealer could notremedy problem.
The consumer was unable to turn the key in the ignition.
Purchased a 2000 dodge intrepid from dadeland dodge in miami, fl.the car is qualified for the lemon law 3 months after purchase, but unaware of such a law and never filed.now it is too late.it is now i decided to take action since the engine blew on 04/12/03.my brother in law was driving and the engine just stopped without warning.i called for a tow truck to be taken to the dealer.the car has about 65,000 miles, and the extended warranty should have covered the repairs; however, the dealer declined.iended up paying $2,714.87 to get the engine rebuilt.in addition, ialso don't have a car for 2 months, and disputed with the dealer and extended warranty company during that span.*la
Dt: 2000 dodge intrepid bought in april used with 11,000 miles.since then it has been in shop 9-10 times, mostly consistingof steering problems, such as rack and pinion and the steering coupler.there were other issues, but this was the main concern.one week ago the consumerwasinvolved in an accident, front end impact for which the air bags did not deploy.consumersustainedinjuries.no repairs after the accident because there was over $6,000 worth of damage.emergency brake handle was loose.the dealer determined the it was not connected. The dealer repositioned/reassembled the emergency brake.the key wouldn't come out of the ignition because the shift interlock cable broke.the check engine light illuminated.the dealer replaced the wiring to the brake light switch.
While driving vehicle started to smoke under the hood. Consumerstopped and opened the hood, and saw fire.the fire was put out with water. Manufacturer sent a technician to assess the vehicle.the technician could not determine the cause of fire because the vehicle was burned beyond recognition.
While traveling onhighwayvehicle started smoking fromengine compartment. Vehicle caught on fire . Dealership was aware ofproblem.
2000 dodge caught fire and burned to the ground. Dodge sent an investigator who checked the vehicle and found that dodge was at fault due to faulty fuse panel under the hood and dodge would not replace vehicle. Vehicle was totaly destroyed and this happened while i was driving, i could have been killed. They are awair of this problem but will not do anything about it until someone has enough money to fight them in court and win.
The electric door lock mechanism has failed on thre of the four doors of my 2000 dodge intrepid.the last time the door could not be opened from the inside.another problem is the the clamp on the passenger side tie rod does not clear the opening in the wheel well liner and looks like it could hang up on the metal edge.on my car it abraded the insulation off the baterry cables that run right through this area.this seems like it could start a fire of short out the electrical system.dealer said that's the way it is.
Upon hitting a deer t electrical box split open, and caused a fire, burningentire car. Airbags did not go off, andanti-lock brakes locked up for at least 6 feet .
The main fuse failed causing the vehicle to loose all power (steering, brake, electric)
Due to a defective fuse box, vehicle stalled unexpectedly which could have caused a crash.there was no steering/was not able to restart the vehicle, and it was without any warning. Dealer replaced the fuse.*ml
The car was found with no oil, no signs of leakage found. Next dayengine broke down. The pannel warning lights of "check oil" or "check engine" never turned on, all pressure appeard normal. Always kept with regular maintenance and oil change. No warning sigs from the vehicle at any time.
Interior electrical light system has failed completely. This effecteddome light,/sunroof switch/ vanity mirror light, and dashboard. This problem has happened 5 times. Have been to dealership each time, and mechanic indicated that it waselectrical mobile thatwas defective. Would have it replaced, butproblem would always reappear.
My well maintained dodge intrepid has many failures starting with the cracking on the chasis and massive engine problems.
I have a 2000 dodge intrepid bought almost a year ago.had a short in the ignition had to wiggle key to get somethings to kick on.then a mth ago.i was at a stop light started to take off it vibrated really bad and now it's stuck in low gear.then it had a problem starting, something drains the battery.check engine light on.2 machinics looked my car it won't read diagnostics because there's a short in electronical system.
Dt*:the contact stated while driving 70 mph on the interstate, the engine stalled and there was a loss of all vehicle power without warning.the contact managed to pull over without incident.the vehicle was towed to the contact's residence.although the dealer was alerted, the vehicle was not inspected.the manufacturer was also alerted.
Was on vacation drove about 300 miles dodge interpid made noise and my car stalled. Was told by mechanic motor blown. Took wal-mart to court because the change my oil regliously. It was found they was at no falut. I had my car was repaired cost me over $7000. I stll owe , $5000. On vehicle.
While driving at 40 mph consumer heard a noise coming from the engine.then, stalled on the highway. Dealer thought the problemwas the timing chain. The hydraulic tensioner failed due to oil sludge in the engine according to the dealer.the engine was replaced.the driver door latch was noisy and inoperative.the door latch was replaced. *sc
Dedember 2002 started car and engine making terrible noise.took it to the dealer and the engine had went out.they had to re-do the engine that cost me $1350.00.i had been hearing a knockingfrom the front of the car and the steering was loose.when i tyrned the wheel left or right it would stick and i had loud popping from the steering.i took it to the dealer and it was the rack and pinion.that was on january 21, 2003.in the same week i noticed oil leaking.the oil light was blinking on and off.the dealer said it was leaking due to the oil switch.to fix the rack and oil leak it cost me another $1300.00.i am trying to get the dodge company to fess up and pay for the repairs.the car has been well maintanenced and only 51,000 miles.
My 2000 intrepid with only 77,000 has a blown engine.there was no warning lights, and only driving 15 minutes loud knocking noises ocurred which i pulled over to investigate and then could not restart the car.after towing to my mechanic, he advised me my engine was so hot he didn't know how it didn't start on fire. The repair cost is $6000 which i still owe $5000 for the car.we did all the required maintenace such as oil changes, filter changes, etc. There is no reason for such a vaulty motor to be allowed and with 89 complaints on this web site alone plus all the motors complaints there must be out there,something needs to be done here.i am sure if someone contact every chrysler's customer of these 2.7 liter motors i am sure there would be a class action suit.please advise me on how to have my motor repaired by chrysler.
The vehicle was being driven when all of sudden thewater pump bearings shot into the oil pan causing the engine not to operate. Owner will notify manufacturer.
Consumer was drivingat 30 mph when he heard a noise. Vehicle suddenly stopped while coming to a traffic light.vehicle was towed to the dealer, and the engine was found to be defective.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.the contact stated that while having a routine oil changed performed, the mechanic advised the contact that the oil was too thick to be released from the vehicle. The mechanic advised that the oil pump failed and was causing a backup of oil within the vehicle. The mechanic advised that the vehicle should be parked until it was repaired due to the possibility of severe stalling. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 181,253.
2000 intrepid with a 2.7l engine seized up during driving 12/3/09. Auto center suggests this is an engine failure like so many other chrysler product of this type.
2000 dodge intrpid with a blown enginie.
Engine failure of 2000 dodge intrepid. 8jb
At less than 100,000 miles the engine blew.several repair shops advised us that they are seeing a rash of the same exact problem with the dodge intrepid.after doing some research on line, we found over 100 people that logged the same problem with their intrepid.even the junk yards have told us they've had a rash of call about the engines going bad after 100,000 miles.
Enigine blew due to supposed sludge build up.$6500 repair on 3 year old car.all highway miles and regular oil changes.looks like i am another on the long list.when shop called to give me an estimate he said another intrepip just came in with the same problem.
While driving to work,i noticed the engine was making rattling noise. There was no oil indicator light on or engine light on. I took the car in to 3 separate mechanics and was informed by all 3 that the car needed a new engine. They all said that there was sludge in the engine. I took this car in as recommended every 3000 miles for an oil change. This car is barely at 62000 miles and there is no way this should have happened. I was informed it would cost me a bare minimum of $4000.00 to get the car running. I called the corporate office of daimler chrysler and they insisted they had not heard of a problem with these engines.
While driving 40 mph vehicle stalled, andwas towed once.consumer was able to restart vehicle.dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
Dt:the contact stated the engine stalled intermittently.this was an ongoing problem.the vehicle was taken into the dealership multiple times.they have been unable to duplicate the problem.
I own a 2000 dodge intrepid .i just got it back after having the "sludge" cleaned from the motor.my dealer did cover this under my extended warrenty but how long until it happens again?? there should be a recall on thie engine.
I purchased a used 2000 intrepid in may of 2001 at about 28000 miles. In january of 2004 the engine died. There was oil sludge build-up, and the timing belt fell causing great damage to the car. I called the dealer that sold the car to me and he basically said "too bad, come in and trade it in and buy a new dodge." i have been on 3 other sites with hundreds consumers with the same complaint.
While driving 50 mph vehicle stalled. Itwas towed to dealership, whodid not resolve the problem.
Had mild tapping sound from engine a few months ago, took vehicle to the mechanic and that is where i learned the reputation of the 2.7 liter engine.he advised that we should look for another vehicle before we became the latest victim.unfortunately, on the way home from work one afternoon the engine started developing an even more pronounced clattering, knock and vibration; as if it were about to tear itself apart.pulled over to avoid subjecting engine to even more damage.had to have it towed home.will not spend another dollar on this vehicle until chrysler hands me a check from a lawsuit settlement.
Steering developed 'play' in late 10/03. By 11/12/03 it was clunking, wheel was cocked to the right. Steering wheel would stick/lock up. Contacted dealer in santa rosa, ca. Was quoted $175 estimate. Later, same day learned that rack was broken and pump was leaking and cost would be a minimum $2000 to repair. I opted to go to another mechanic and had the car towed away from the dealer shop.
Second engine replacement due to the well known 2.7 l engine problems "oil sludge" ---- how can this continue to happen to so many with no class action suit taking place???
I own a 2000 dodge intrepid with a 2.7 liter dohc that the engine had siezed at 87,000 miles ,maintenance was kept as required,this seems to be a major problem among other owners with the same engine type,when we took the car to the dealer and showed him the reciepts for the oil changes,the mechanic stated that because the car was 500 miles over the limit for the current oil changethe engine had too much sludge causing the engine to sieze.price quoted for a new engine $8,000.00.
I own a 2000 dodge intrepid with a 2.7 letter engine. On june 16 2005 when returning from vacation my car while i was in transit developed a crackling noise coming from the engine which then led to the instantaneous failure of the engine. Before i even had the chance to pull off the road the engine was dead and the steering wheel locked up while the car was still in motion. The following week my dodge intrepid was towed to an authorized dodge dealer for inspection. Simply locating the problem entailed disassembling the engine which cost $700 alone. I was then informed that a rod bearing had come dislodged causing it to fall in the oil pan. The cause of the problem i was told was the result of oil sludge build up which caused a lack of oil flow in the engine. The repairs were quoted at costing $6,900 for the replacement of the engine. My car has received oil changes at the recommended intervals which i have retained documentation of and at the time of the engine failure was just due for an oil change.
While driving at low speed engine locked up. Consumer pulled over and restarted the vehicle.dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
While slowing downto make a turn, consumer states the vehicle engine died, and consumer hit a curve as a result. Please provide any further information. Ts
I am the owner of a 2000 dodge intrepid (2.7 model) while on my way to work my car began to make a strange ticking noise that grew louder i stop at a four way intersection to find outwhere the noise was coming from and that is when my car cut off and would not start back up and had to be towed to the dealership where the service manager after checking told me that my car slung a rod so to speak and would need a new engine an that a replacement would cost 4900 i am highly upset because i am still making payments on what i thought would be a decent american made carinstead i am stuck with a piece of junk that still has not been fixed i will never buy another dodge or chrysler again.
Premature engine problem. Engine fail and car was a well maintained vehichle.car engine fail without any warning and mechanics say that the engine fail due to oil sludge.
Driving along roadway car made loud noise and stalled could not restart car had towed to garage and was told engine had seized needs to be replaced had no warning will cost between 2000and 3500 to replace engine.
Dt: 2000 dodge intrepid.consumer complained aboutengine problemsabout a year afterpurchasingthe car.the engineoverheatedand caused the car to stall. Took vehicle to the dealership4 times and they said it was a sensor which theyreplaced the first threetimes free of charge.the last timetook vehicle to the dealerand they saidengine blew out.and it needed to be replaced. Consumer did not havethe engine replaced because could notfind a replacement.the only place that could get an engine was from chrysler, and that would cost more that what the car was worth.
Driving to work about 35 mph, engine just stopped, no warning, was told by mechanic rod/piston siezed up.need to replace motor. Had 85000 miles and extended warranty did not cover.
Engine sludge, cooling system problems.was driving and without warning intrepidshut down.i was told this was the timing chain.
Bought auto used with 104,000 miles.oil was new at time of purchase.five days later as son was driving home, engine died.towed to shop where mechanics said engine oil turned to sludge and motor was shot.new motors run $3000-$4000 to install.thank you dodge for such a pleasant experience.
I have been getting my oil changed regularly since i both the car in 2007. When i bought the car it only had about 65000 miles. Now in 2008 it has a little over 85000. I was driving one day and all of a sudden my car started making a knocking noise. Within a couple of miles of the noise started my car completely broke down in the middle of the street. There i was in the middle of the street not able to go anywhere. Luckily a cop came by who called a tow truck. After towing the car to the auto repair shop, i was told that my engine needed to be replaced due to oil sludge. I am very disappointed in this. I have low miles, proper maintenance to the car, and now i need a new engine.
2000 intrepid 2.7 l motor seized with only 115,000 miles, good maintenance.with no warning, noises or fanfare the motor simply seized up.we had just gotten it out of the body shop from a fender bender (to the tune of $2500) and now i have a worthless husk of a car - it costs more to replace the motor than the car is worth.....guess that is what we call a disposable society...the last mopar i will ever buy.......
While driving at approximately 65 mph, the vehicle began to jerk and the exhaust smoke was very black. The timing chain became defective and the engine stalled completely. The owner had the vehicle towed to the dealer and was informed that a new engine was needed .provide further details.
I brought the vehicle on 9/14/2004.the vehicle stop functioning on december 21. The car wasn't functioning until june of 2005. To repair the car it cost $4,500, we had to change the motor. I took the vehicle to the dealership, texas star motors in june. On december i left the car on maryland mall, and the keys at the dealership so that they could go get the car. They knew that we were going to interchange cars. On december i went out of town and no one stayed in charge of the car. On the first week of january they said the car was ready but they didn't know where to locate me. When i showed to the dealership they were already selling the car to some other people. I talked to a salesperson at the dealership, but she didn't even know what car i had exchange. The car was insured until january.i couldn't interchange the car unless she paid two more years of insurance which i had already agreed to pay only one year. By the dealership the car cost $1,785. I wanted to interchange the car and give an down payment of $1000. The owner wanted me to give the $1000 and go exchange the car in a different dealership. If i waited the two years to make the interchange it would had been too long. I stop paying on december 29, 2005. The next payment was due on january 15 and they send a letter of late payment on january 14, which made no sense because the payment was not even due on that date yet.
Engine blew up.
The engine light would come on, there was stalling and revving while at idle.*sc
2.7 liter engines in 2000 dodge intrepid without warning starts knocking then the engine lets go. This could happen at anytime or anywhere. Replace motor because the engine builds up sludge due to the oilier being to small .
While driving 45 mph engine seized then stalled.vehicle was towed. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.while driving 65 mph, the vehicle totally lost power.the contact was nearly struck by a large truck.the vehicle was towed to a chrysler dealer and the mechanic stated that the engine had a lot of oil sludge.the entire engine had to be replaced at the cost of $7,400.the manufacturer only offered to pay $1,000 of the repair cost.the contact feels that the manufacturer should cover the entire cost because this was a common failure among many consumers. The failure mileage was 106,000 and current mileage is 106,000. Updated 04/21/08
2000 dodge intrepid blew an engine at 49,000 miles and needs to be replaced.clearly the engine is faulty.the dealership who sold me the car will not offer much assistence, nor will daimler/chrysler.
When driving at any speed consumer heard a knocking noise coming from the engine.dealership was notifed, but did not see a problem.
Dodge intrepid oil sludge and timing chain.
While driving vehicle stalled. Consumer tried to restart vehicle, but was unable to do so.then, consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the engine needed to be replaced due to a blown head gasket.
While traveling the vehicle shut down.the consumer had to have the vehicle towed, and it was discovered, the engine is defective and needs to be replaced.
Engine oil sludge problem caused eninge failuer and manufacture refuses to honor warranty.only had car for 10 months and only has 48000 mile on it.i purcashed the extend plus warranty along with the car.
2.7l long block failure in 2000 dodge intepid.have done all oil changes and other maintenance at proper schedule.without warning engine started knocking terribly.noticed sludge upon checking oil.took to westgate dodge dealership in plainfield, in and they said it needed a new long block.i have not yet replaced and vehicle remainsat my home.various quotes for repair from $4000 to $6600 depending upon used or new parts.
Since i bought this car on october of 1999, i have taken it to the dealer 31 times to fix things.i have been without a car 100 days.i have paid out of pocket $3,137.64.i am now on an extended warranty.i still owe $8,000.00 on my car.it has 60,000 miles.i have maintained it every 3,000 miles as suggested in the owners manual.i only use 97 octane gas.i am a very cautious driver.i take care of the car but the car has left me stranded in the middle of highways putting my life and the lives of my passengers in danger.i never know when the car is going to break down again and where so i am always under terrible stress. I pray as i drive that i make it to my destination.this car has been a lemon since i bought it.the biggest problem is the engine blowing. My brother in law was driving and i was the passenger on south dixie highway (us1) in south miami when we were at a red light and then started to go when the light turned green and without any warning lights, noises, or anything the car stopped running.it died in the middle lane.we had to push it to the side.it was rush hour and this highway is filled with very aggressive drivers.they were all cursing, beeping, signaling, and driving so close to us as to almost touch us.i was petrified.i thought a car was going to hit us. I paid for the engine repair out of my pocket, because the extended warranty company told the dealerthey could not cover it because there was sludge build up.they send an adjustor who reported it to them.the dealer told us to fight it because the sludge was normal for that type of engine.we provided the extended warranty all the receipts for the maintenance that we religiously did about every 3000 miles.we also had another mechanic go in and look at the car.the other mechanic said that these types of engines always had the problem of sludge build up and that it was normal for the engine and that the extended warranty should cover it.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.the contact attempted to start his vehicle, but was unsuccessful.the vehicle was towed to a mechanic and the diagnosis was engine failure.the current and failure mileages were 90,000.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.while driving between 60-65 mph, the ignition light illuminated and the vehicle shut off.the vehicle restarted in approximately half an hour to forty minutes, which allowed him to continue onto his destination.the dealer stated that the motor dropped due to sludge.the previous day, the ignition light illuminated. The failure mileage was 102,000. Updated 09/10/08updated 09/19/08.
Vehicle stalled on the highway while traveling 65 mph. Driver was pulled over and tried to restart vehicle, but was able to restart it fifteen minutes later. Then,took it to dealerfor inspection, andmechanic determined that the engine needed to be replaced.
2.7 chrysler motor. The timing gears and belt were replaced by marketplace chrysler suzuki inc around 65000. Then the motor develops a lower knock. The same dealership then says chrysler made a bad motor and it will cost $3200 for a new motor. Will chrysler own up for their failure ? and put a new motor in my car free of charge.
No real events leading.it just stopped. Fine at red light. Then when pulled out i heard ticking noice.i pulled into very next off road approx 1 block. Vhenever ran again. Mech advised oil pump. Engine blew up.$7000 to repair. Mech advised chrysler has known this problem since day one. Chrysler refused to help.i am now paying the balance of a $8000 loan on a car i can not drive and had to buy another one.i work and drive the atlanta roads.when your vehicle stops in these roads.you are risking your life.
Vehicle gave no warning, was driving and engine cut out for a few seconds and then died.
Replaced timing belt at 80,000 miles. 13,000 miles later the timing belt went again and took out the entire engine. Daimler/chrysler refuses to do anything about it and was only willing to give a 2% reduction in the cost of a new vehicle. Car has less than 100,000 miles and is a boat anchor that i am still paying on.
Downshiffted during course of driving. Rpms went to 3500.upon slowing down, motor shut off. All accessories turned off. No warning.re-started vehicle to drive off the street. All systems shutdown again.finally restarted motor long enough to pull into a nearby parking lot. Had tow truck deliver vehicle to home.
Need assistance in repair to my 2000 dodge intrepid.i was told about the lawsuit against chrysler caused by bad engines.my intrepid has a 2.7 liter engine.i was current on all my oil changes, it started off smoking all the time even after oil changes,knocking noises, also experienced bad driver side window.the lawsuit was told to me by a mechanic, and was also stated that chrysler would reimburse the value of the car, or repair car need to hear from someone asap!!!!thank you
Dt*:the contact stated the check engine and oil lights illuminated while driving 35 mph on dry city pavement.a noise was heard prior to the incident.the vehicle was driven home and later towed to an independent repair shop who replaced the engine and transmission.
Major engine failure due to oil sludging: the car is a 2000 dodge intrepid with a 2.7 liter engine. We replaced the bad engine with another that is also now failing from the same problem.
Wasdriving on the interstate about 65 mph engine check lightcame on and within 5 second the car lost all power. Almost causing a major wreck on the highway.took car to dealer, andwas told to replace the engine because of a rod.anothermechanic told caller that there was a major oil sludge in the engine.
While driving my dodge interpid (that has a 2.7 liter engine) the engine started making a horrible noise. We could not accelerate over 25 mph and the engine wouldn't stay running if you hit the brake at all. While turning a corner into traffic, the engine died. After about 15 minutes of the noise beginning, the engine light came on. There was no warning sign that anything was wrong prior to it happening. We had it towed to a mechanic's garage and were told it needs a whole new engine and it would cost 5,800.00. The mechanic said this is a known major problem with this engine and the problem usually starts between 50-60k miles. (mine had approximately56,000 miles on it at the time the problem started. I also called a chrysler mechanic and was told the same exact thing about the problem with this engine.
I have also replaced front passenger side door lock actuator. Now the driver side back lock actuator is going out. I have not fixed the radio, dash lights or dome lights. I am out of money for the time being. I had to refinance and add $4900. To get most of the repairs done. My engine blew due to sludge and i now have a used rebuilt one that will probably do the same thing.
2000 dodge intrepid 2.7 liter engine. Driving vehicle at 65 mph when engine made a loud "clanking" sound. Immediately pull car over, engine stalled. Had it towed to a garage that stated that the engine must be replaced.motor is very hard to find and if you do find one, there is no warranty associated with it.recall!!!!!
I bought my 2000 dodge intrepid in very good condition.had all fluids changed on a regular basis.started noticing bluish/gray smoke.took vehicle to repair shop for diagnosis.was unable to determine cause of problems.was driving the car and had complete engine failure.good thing i live in a small town, some one could have been seriously hurt!i had no idea this motor was this poorly engineered.also know first hand of three other cases with this motor right here in my hometown.sadly, i am unable to make the engine replacement at this time because i am still making payments on the vehicle.
Car was maintained immaculately, 3 weeks before the doa date, there was a very faint ticking sound (like a roulette wheel spinning "click" sound) coming from under the hood. Took the car to the mechanic to have the oil changed and have the cars new noise checked. He said it could be a lifter ticking and the oil change solved the problem. He was correct about the sound muting however the issue may be the tiny oil port holes in these mitsubishi made mopar engines. On the day of the engines death it made the same ticking sound, my cue that i could share with anyone about to have this failure occur, when i would start the car i noticed an extra "spinning" sound under the hood when i would start the car. It is minor so listen close to your start-up. The ticking got louder and eventually at a stop light on the way to the mechanic the car stopped and would not run. Do an internet search for dodge intrepid 2000 2.7 liter motor you will find a horror show on the internet. Loved the car while it worked but the death was too premature, i only drive about 8,000 miles per year.
Dt*:the contact stated while accelerating from a stop sign, the vehicle stalled without warning.afterwards, the engine was restarted, but the engine continued to stall at various speeds.the vehicle was inspected by an independent repair shop.the mechanic was unable to determine the cause of the engine stalling.
I drive a 2000 dodge intrepid. My car has 80,000 miles on it and has always been in good condition. I have a maintenance track record proving that i keep my oil changes and tuneups, etc up to date. On december 20th my car was hit and the persons at faults insurance company (progressive) agreed to fix it. On january 9th i was told that my car was repaired and ready for pickup. As i was driving home my car made this loud sound so i immediately called progressive to have them tow it because i didnt feel safe driving it and it never done anything like that before. Progressive took it to champion chrysler to assess it i was told that my cars engine locked up while being tested by champion chrysler. So this means that progressive had my car in their pocession for over a month and now my engines locked up and stuck at champion. Progressive says i did not maintain my car and they will not fix it because it was not their fault. I since then went to jiffy lube and got a print out and it shows i did keep my oils changes regularly and the car was in good shape. I have replaced the brakes, tires, power steering system. Over all it was considered to be in good condition. Now i am stuck champion wants $6,000 that i do not have and i do not feel i am liable for. My cars not fixed and i have no car to drive. I have a job, children that have to get to school and this has been a huge in convenience. I would like to know what am i supposed to do. Is this a car malfunction or who should be fixing my car?
Vehicle 2.7l engine seized while driving 50 mph. Consumer was able to coast the vehicle over to the side of the road.vehicle was towed to the consumer home. The tow truck mechanic informedconsumer that the engine needed top replaced. The dealer was not notified at this time. *tc
Oil light came on without any other warning. Stopped car to check oil and it was full. Car would not start. Called dealer and told him what happened,they asked for oil change receipts even before the saw the car. Towed it to dealer who charged $230 to take engine apart so the extended warrantycompany could come in to see it. They denied the claim because of lack ofmaintenance. I bought the car used and it had 21,000 miles on it. The first time i took it to have the oil changed they told me it had sludge. I paid tohave the engine cleaned and changed the oil every 3,000 to 4,000 milesmyself after that. When i called chrysler to see about them covering it i was greeted with theperson telling me i should have taken my oil pan off to check for problemshen i changed my oil. He told me i was full of s**t when i told him no one does that. After that comment i asked to speak to his supervisor and wastold to go f*** myself. I tried filing a complaint with the better businessbureau and was told they couldn't do anything about chrysler's customerservice people and unless i could provide them with receipts they could file a complaint against chrysler either. Is everyone in detroit in on thisconspiracy? now i am stuck owing $5,500 on a car i can't drive or sell. Icalled a junk yard about selling it to them and they said the best theycould do would be $600. The man said he gets about 3 calls a week about theintrepid either someone getting rid of one or looking for an engine. So here the car sits in my garage while i try to find something to get meback and forth to work.
Purchased car last week (april of 08'). On my way home ( 100mi drive) from picking up car the motor started knocking then locked up in the middle of the interstate. Had to have car towed back to my dads house and are now trying to sale the car we just bought. It will be hard to sale a car with a locked up motor.
While driving vehicle started slowing down.after a short distance vehicle cut off. After beingtowed, the cam shaftsensor was found to be defective.
Engine blow out while driving . There was a knocking noise. Then,vehicle stalled.vehicle was towed to a dealership, who indicated that this occurred because of an oil sludge in the engine. Vehicle had regular oil changes in which one was performed 4 months prior to this incident.
While driving 15 mph vehicle stalled and was stuck in the middle of an intersection. There was no warning.the long block was replaced.the consumer requested reimbursement. *scthe consumer was told a new engine was due to oil sludge.
I was driving the car on a busy highway when the engine started to make a knocking noise.it stalled 2 times and then just died. I am disabled, a single mother of 2 and the car became uncontrollable for me to get it off to the side.we drifted down the road till we stopped at a better location.i called for a tow truck and help to get me and my 2 sons home.thecar was towed to brown daub dodge where it was purchased new.they said the engine failed and it wouldcost anywhere from 5,000 to 8,000 to repair.theyblamed it on maintenance.the car had been very well maintained.the service manager told me you had to use a special oil (5w30) instead of 10w30 because of problems with the 2.7l engines.ichecked my records and during the warranty period i took thecar to them every 3,000 miles and they were using 10w30 .the repair shop where i took my car to after the warranty was over was using 5w30 the correct oil. I am living on social security disability benefits to support myself and my 2 sons.i have no means of coming up with this money and should not have too.chrysler should be held accountable for the notorious engine/transmission failures in thesecars.i have a friend who use to work for chrysler and said he couldn't work for a company where the were told to "say nothing" but what the told him to tell people in these situations.thiscould have been a potentially deadly accident for us.brown daub will accept no liability for using the wrong oil and i contacted chrysler and they won't do anything either.i am know under the emotional stress of being stranded withouta car and have to rely on whatever help ican find to get myself to my doctor appts. To follow up on my disability and get mychildren where they need to be.
I have a dodge intrepid2000i have a loud motor knock, with no warning of engine light coming on at all.i was taking it down the street to the repair shop and it just died, no it will not start.i am told the engine is shot, that the timing chain tensioner failed, which caused it to knock while driving it.the dealer said the engine problem is not covered under warranty because of oil sludge build up.i only have 110,000 miles on this car, and it is already the 2nd motor that chrysler replaced.
- the contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.while driving 70 mph the engine stalled.prior to the vehicle failing there were no warnings or indicator lights present.the vehicle was towed and a new engine was installed.the vehicle failure occurred at 91,000 miles.the owner doesn't know the current mileage, and did not have the vehicle's vin.
2000 dodge intrepid 2.7 engine failure. I believe that i have a defective 2.7 liter engine that others are also complaining about. I opened a case # with chrysler and they refuse to fix the vehicle which i purchased used and have driven less than 20,000 miles.i maintained the vehicle and the engine failed at 78,000 miles.i still owe $4000 on the vehicle.i am stuck with no where to turn.i was quoted a price of $6,900 to replace the engine at the dodge dealer.
Timing chain went do to sludge build up had to replace engine.
I was on my way home, after work 6:30pm when my engine star sounding funny(tapping noise) then a loud noise, and the car stop, i'm not a mechanic so all i did was call a toll truck, and bring the car to the shop, the next day i got a call from the shop, they told me that the timing chain was broken and the valves bend, (i need a new engine) i was told that with labor and parts it'll be around $4500.00 dls. I pull the car out of the shop and bring this to my garage, where is been sitting for the last 2 weeks.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid. The contact stated that while attempting to make a lefthand turn the engine stalled. She had the vehicle towed to a local mechanic. The mechanic informed the contact that there was a build up of sludgein the engine. She then contacted the dealer and they were unable to provide any assistance because the vehicle is no longer under warranty.the vehicle has not been repaired as of current date. The failure and current mileage was 103780. (sc)updated 07/29/08.*ljupdated 08/06/08
Dt:the contact statedengine locked while driving.he had the vehicle towed to the dealership.they dropped the oil pan and found the oil was sludge, and there were metal shavings from the bearings.they stated the problem was due to improper maintenance, although they were at the service center, wheremaintenance was performed.the vehicle needed a new engine, andno repairswere made due to the expense.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.when the contact started the vehicle, he heard a loud banging and knocking noise coming from the engine.the vehicle was towed to a local dealer and they determined that the vehicle was experiencing internal failure.no repairs were performed.the contact is in the process of notifying the manufacturer.the vin is currently unavailable.the failure and current mileages were 94,000.
While driving my 2000 dodge intrepid, i felt that my life was jeopardized on 3 occasions. Once with my two children onboard. While i was driving, the oil light began to flicker and the engine shut off. I lost complete power. I was lucky the first time when i run off the road and went unto the side walk where i luckily did not injure anyone. The 2nd and 3rd time,i was on the highway, i knew i was about the loss powerbecausei notice the oil light flickering, as a precaution , i slowed down and was about to pull up to the service lane when the engine totally shut off. I had not control the steering nor brakes; nothing worked. I don't know how i got the car to stop. After that night,i called my husband crying, i was shaking,trembling and scared to death. After that i became so scared that i vowed never to drive the car again because i felt that one day i may be killed or kill my children or some innocent person due to no fault of my own.i had my mechanic pickup the car. Now he tells me that the engine died.
Early engine failure - timing chain tensioner failure in a 2000 dodge intrepid 2.7 with 56000 well maintained miles.car just upped and died with no warning. Initial problem was repaired at great expense and more periferal problems are surfacing/
Multiple low-speed stalls/engine shutdown; sometimes engine light or oil light precede the stall.unable to restart vehicle for several minutes.this vehicle has be given all regular routine service, oil changes, etc.,by dodge/chrysler dealership where vehicle was purchased new.currently only 55, 450 miles on vehicle.problems began occurring within last year.dealer unable to identify any trouble codes after evaluation of stall complaints.dealership not forthcoming with any problems with this vehicle with 2.7l engine, although many complaints have been found on internet sites including nhtsa website.apparently there exists a manufacturing defect chrysler corp does not want to acknowledge, as it is pervasive for this model.
Purchased a 2000 dodge intrepid from dadeland dodge in miami, fl.the car is qualified for the lemon law 3 months after purchase, but unaware of such a law and never filed.now it is too late.it is now i decided to take action since the engine blew on 04/12/03.my brother in law was driving and the engine just stopped without warning.i called for a tow truck to be taken to the dealer.the car has about 65,000 miles, and the extended warranty should have covered the repairs; however, the dealer declined.iended up paying $2,714.87 to get the engine rebuilt.in addition, ialso don't have a car for 2 months, and disputed with the dealer and extended warranty company during that span.*la
I own a 2000 dodge intrepid and have had several mechanical problems. I had to have the transmission rebuilt when it was only 3 years old. Just this past thursday i was driving on the highway and my engine just stopped, causing all powere steering, etc. To go out. I had it towed to a local dealership who told me the engine was locked up and estimated $3100 to rebuild my engine $3900 for used engine and twice as much for a new engine. Grant it, at this point i'm still undecided as to what i'm going to do. The dealership said that my engine overheated and locked up. My car showed no indication of overheating...no lights came on, no temperature gauge reading hot and no signs. My car was driving normally and just stopped.
Sludge build up in engine.i also have a cracked piston.car started smoking from tail pipe so i took it to a mechanic and he said i would need a new engine ($5,000).car has been sitting in drive way for 3 months now.have contacted lawyer to file class action lawsuit.
My 2002 dodge intrepid started to make a knocking sound.made an appointmentfor service/repair wiyh my local mechanic.appt was for may 5, 2002.my car never made it to the appointment.on may 4, 2002, i was driving home from a dr. Appt @ about 4:30 p.m. &my car literally shut off with no warning.i was in the middle of rush hour traffic in a no passing zone approaching a metal grate bridge wide enough for two cars to pass in opposite directions.i was able to coast over the bridge safely & had to pull over onto the side of the road (rt#322 heading west-from west chester, pa. Approx. 1 mile outside of dowingtown, pa.) & walk on the side of the road (no sidewalks) for approx. 1/4 milewith cars whizzing by me, to nearby wawa store. Had the car towed ($45.00 paid by me) to my mechanic who promplty told me that the timing belt had snapped & gone through the top of my enginge. Unfixable!contacted the dealer who sold me the car - "carsense" located at 21pottstown pike, uwchland, pa 19480.they said to have the car towed up to them ($85.00 paid by me again). Finally the next day the service rep told us the car would need to have the engine replaced to the tune of $5,600.this car only has 42,000 miles on it!i haven't even had the car for 3 years yet.i still owe $7,000 on the car.car sense will not bear the financial responsiblity for the repairs. Did some research on the internet by typing in the search words:dodge intrepid engine problems & located many sites describing the same thing that happened to me.car quits with barely a warning & dealer will not pay for repairs, but instead, blames the "lack of proper maintainance" on the owner.websites show me otherwise.also know of 2 people personally, who have experience the same scenario.these cars are all over the place & i can't imagine how many people this has happened to.this proves a real safety hazzard for many drivers of this car & other drivers near this car when it quits.
While driving at any speedenginebegan ticking. After the vehicle was taken to the dealership consumer was informed that the engine needed replacement.
I was driving down i-75 in ohio when suddenly the engine made a clanging noise and died.it happened 400 hundred miles from home.i had to pay to have the car towed home.it happened on february 22 2005.the car is still broke as i cannot afford the 4500 to 7000 repair bill.
Dt*:the contact stated while traveling 15 mph, the vehicle stalled and would not restart.the vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop who determined there was sludge in the oil and the timing belt snapped.the engine needed to be replaced.
I have found an excellent and informative website against daimler chrysler at www.daimlerchryslervehicleproblems.com for anyone who would like more information mainly in regard to intrepid, 300m, concorde, lhs premature engine, steering, transmission and other common failures. I have experienced many of these problems myself and daimler chrysler simply does not care, i could have even been killed in one instance. After own another vehicle and putting nearly 30,000 miles on it i have not had any of the ridiculous problems experienced with chrysler's dodge brand of vehicles. There is a lot of information consumers need to know that daimler chrysler does not want you to know about these vehicles and their common problems chrysler ignores, some of which are potential safety concerns such as the defective seat belt design chrysler continues to use and defective steering design and or components that can cause sudden looseness or change of response in steering, which can lead to a serious accident. These guys have been receiving complaints daily about these problems and have been referring consumers to the nhtsa, i hope that in turn the nhtsa will add this to the list of their complaints so others will also know about this. Thank you very much for your time. *nlm
Engine in 2000 chrysler intrepid started tapping noise at 58017km brought to dealer with complaint, told they would not take engine apart to check noise. I told them i had been told that the 2.7 engine had problems with sludge that prevented the oil from circulating properly. They still refused to check engine. At just over 62000 km engine became noisy. Brought it back to dealer who kept the car for two weeks, then told me engine needed to be replaced at a cost of $6500.00 and there would be no warranty coverage or goodwill. I gave them a complete history of maintenance records showing that proper maintenance was done with in the required mileage and time. They have told me that the invoices do not clearly identify my 2000 black intrepid and that it could of been another car. I only own one 2000 intrepid. The invoice shows the work the mileage and my name and date. Next me they told me the invoice numbers were too close together. The work was done at four different garages. Then they told me there was sludge that showed the vehicle was not properly maintained. Then they asked me the brand of oil the garages used as it may have been faulty. End result is that they refuse to change their position in regards to warranty coverage or goodwill repairs and i will have to replace an engine that was bought brand new in may 2001. I am frustrated and do not know where to turn. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated.
Vehicle lost speed while exiting the freeway.after towing engine had to be replaced.
I was driving along when suddelny then check engine light came on. Then the car started screeching as i accelerated. When i got to a gas station, i cut the engine off, and the cardid not want to start again. I had a mechanic look at it and he said that one of the rods had broke and that i either had to get the engine rebuilt or buy a new engine.
I was driving along when the engine oil light came on, i checked the oill ,it was full. Had the the car towed to don jordan chrysler dealership and was told by the man in the service dept that i would need to replace the engine at a cost of 7.000 plus tax. I still owe 11.000 on a car that is now sitting in my driveway, while i have to rent a car to take my son to and from school and shopping.
Vehicle was traveling at about 65 mph when all of suddenit stalled unexpectedly.as a result the driver had to pull over to the right. Then,vehicle wastaken to shop for checkup, but the cause was undetermined.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.the contact stated that the vehicle stalls without warning.the vehicle was towed to a dealer and they replaced the ecm.immediately after the repair, the failure resurfaced.she had the vehicle re-inspected and it was found that the cam sensor needed to be replaced at the cost of $429.the component was replaced.the failure and current mileages were 156,000.
Dt: the contact was having problems with the engine about one year and half ago. It was making a slight clicking noise. It made loud boom noise and it had no power .itquit running about one year ago.the contact towed it back to the house, and the dealership told him that engine malfunctioned. The contact maintained oil changes as recommended. The engine had90,000 miles on it. He reportednot having any problems with the engine prior to hearing the clicking noise.
Vehicle started making loud noise. Checked under hood and found the noise coming from front of engine.took to four different places for opinions and was told that the engine needed to be repaired due to sludge in the oil.it will cost approximately $5500 to repair.
The engine seized due to problem with oil sludge build up then it blew. *b
Dt*:the contact stated the vehicle hesitated intermittently before it finally stalled.also, the brakes did not hold properly.the dealer determined the engine needed to be replaced due to sludge.the dealer also replaced the brake pads, rotors and calipers but indicated the abs sensor also needed to be replaced.
2000 dodge intrepid motor failure due to oil sludge buildup despite regular oil changes.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 45 mph, there was a knocking noise in the front of the vehicle.this was followed by the oil light illuminating intermittently, and the check engine light illuminating constantly.the vehicle then sputtered and nearly stalled.when the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed that the timing chain had punched a hole through the top of the valve cover, which leaked oil over the engine and onto the exhaust, starting a small fire.the vehicle was not taken in for service.the manufacturer was notified.
Whiledriving at unknown speed engine seized and the vehicle stalled. Consumer managed to pull over, and had the vehicle towed. Dealership repaired the problem.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid. While driving 40 mph the vehicle began loosing power and slowing down. The contact was able to safely maneuver the vehicle to the emergency lane. No warnings lights illuminated when the failure occurred. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was determined that the motor failed and the repair cost would be $7,000.no repairs have been made. The manufacturer informed the contact to take the vehicle a different dealer to be inspected. The failure mileage was 78,000.
I tried to start my 2000 dodge intrepid one day and heard loud clinking noises coming from the engine.i had it towed to the garage and was told that a timing chain had broken and that i needed a new engine that would cost $6,000.i only have 70,000 miles on the car.my oil was changed every 3000 miles as instructed by the owners manual.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.while driving between 65-70 mph, the contact's son noticed smoke coming from the vehicle.he attempted to pull over, but the brakes malfunctioned and would not stop properly.the contact was forced to coast to a stop.he exited the vehicle and notified the police.flames began to appear from under the engine and hood.the police and fire departments arrived, stabilized the fire, and towed the vehicle.the insurance company then towed the vehicle to their salvage yard to investigate.the contact has still not heard back from the insurance company.a police report was filed.the current and failure mileages were 130,400.
My water pump blew unexpectedly while driving to the gas station without any previous problems or indications of a problem whatsoever.i thankfully was turning into a gas station when my car suddenly stalled and was able to continue rolling in the parking lot and just made it before an oncoming car almost hit me.i took the car to a local repair where it cost 834$ just to repair because of the extensive work involved in replacing a waterpump on that 2.7l v6 pos dodge intrepid.the following week while driving to class, i parked and the car engine started revving up by itself once again with no prior indication of a possible problem.i called the repair shop and he said bring it in i barely made it to the repair shop and once again as soon as i turned in the parking lot my car stalled and wouldn't turn over afterwards.by that time the check engine light had come on they said it was a generic camsensor/crankshaft error they cleared out the error code ran the car for over four hours leaving it idle, driving it, and letting it sit and cool down and doing it all over again the car never did it again so they assumed the it was just a gliche in computer and nothing was wrong.approximately a week later i was drivinghome from my friends house where my car started jerking when going into different gears.i tried as hard as i could to get it to the repair shop to avoid any further towing fees which have cost me up to about 200$ already.i was stopped by a stop light of a busy intersection that was about 3 blocks away from the repair shop&it was pouring down rain i turned on my hazard lights&my dome lights to help other cars see me so they didn't hit me. I almost got hit several times finally got help pushing off the road and waited for a tow truck for over an hour started the car and it ran so i took the chance with my father there behind me&made it to the repair shop.it was the cam sensor which was another 100$.this past week i went to start my car it wouldn't.
While driving at 45mph engine locked up, causing the driver to pull off the road.
Engine malfunctioned.no warning ,and was driving down the highwy at about 60 mph and the engine just quit running.
Dt*: the contact stated while stopped to get gas, the vehicle would not restart.it was towed to an independent repair shop who determined the engine needed to be replaced.updated 12/28/06.
I own a 2000 dodge intrepid es with the 2.7 liter engine. The vin on the vehicle is: [xxx]. I say that i own it, but there are still 13 payments remaining on it. The car was purchased from wells fargo finance company in early 2001 for my wife. At that time, the vehicle had about 12,000 to 15,000 miles on it. My wife passed away in may of 2002 and since then the car has not been driven on a daily basis.hence, the vehicle has about 37,000 - 39,000 miles on it. While running an errand with my granddaughter on july 8, 2005, the engine started to sputter and i had to manipulate the gas pedal to get the vehicle the few miles to home. The vehicle would not start after that. I called to have the vehicle towed to a nearby mechanic and he mentioned that they found about a quarter of an inch of sludge after removing the valve cover. The mechanic stated that the only thing that could be done is an engine replacement. He ensured me that trying to clean the sludge may cause further damage. I started investigating this via the internet and found your web site. I called chrysler and opened a case number with them.case # [xxx]. After about an hour on hold, a person came back to me and stated that the car came to the u.s. From canada via a leasing company and that the warranty did not transfer, therefore there was nothing he or chrysler could do. He also stated that because it came from a leasing company, there was the possibility that the engine maintenance records could not be verified. So, the bottom line is that i still am making payments on a 2000 dodge intrepid, that i can't drive, that i can't afford to have fixed, and that no one will assist. Can you provide the phone number of the "zone rep" for my area (see below).updated 07/19/2012 information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)
Whiledriving at an undetermined speed engine check lightappeared on the dash, causing the vehicle to stall. Consumercontacteddealer on two separate occasions, but the problem still occurs.
I had a dodge intrepid that has had nothing but problems with the engine.when i went online to do research i found out that there were many other complaints, the same as i had.i want to know why no-one has done anything in regards to this problem.i actually had a part person at fireside dodge in modesto tell me that a part i was buying was a known defect part and that is why they changed it but they weren't putting out a notice until they were forced to because it was expensive,i put the latest incident as the date but this is the third tragic incident with this engine.the first incident was when i had to have all my rods replaced in the engine because of a sludge build-up in the engine.the second incident was when a part connected to my radiator blew off and i had to replace that.now, this third incident and i still not have a diagnosis on what is wrong but it is leaning to the heads, head gasket, and piston rings.please look at these website and start an investigation into dodge about this engine.it is not fair that honest, hard working people have to deal with faulty engineering.i am lucky that no one has been hurt on any time my car has broken down because all three times i was on a major freeway, once coming home from stockton on highway 99 the other two happened when i was over 2 hours from home and i had to pay a $575.00 tow truck fee each time to get my car home.www.dodgechryslerengineproblems.com www.carcomplaints.com/dodge/intrepid/2002/engine www.oilsludge.comdodgestories.blogspot.com
While driving at 60 mph there was a taping noise, and the engine lost power.vehicle was taken to the dealership the following day, and dealerindicated that because of a design flaw in the engine the oil didn't flow properly, causing an oil build up.dealer stated that this was a common problem with these types of engines.
After starting the car the engine, it began to make a "rattle" noise that went away after a few seconds.took it into a shop and they said nothing was wrong.9 months later, the car would not start -> the dealership said the engine would need to be replaced (the car has ~72,000 miles).i now need to either buy a new engine, or sell it for parts (the cost of the repair will nearly equal the value of the vehicle.i would not have expected to replace a 2000 dodge intrepid engine so early.from what i can tell, many other people have had the same problem with this chrysler engine: what are my options?
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.when the contact merged into traffic at 40 mph, she heard a clicking sound and the vehicle suddenly stopped.she was able to restart the vehicle and drive home.the following day, the vehicle would not start and was towed to a repair shop.the diagnostic indicated that oil sludge damaged the engine.the repair cost was estimated at $5,000.the manufacturer will be notified.the current and failure mileages were 135,646.
I have a 2000 dodge intrepid,heard noise while driving and took into dealer.dealer says "engine is shot"and that extended warranty will not cover due to sludge.i have always had my oil changed on time and they the dealer is saying we never had oil changed and if we did the place we took it to were charging us but not changing oil.i have seen postings all over the internet of other consumers with this same problem for the same make, model and year of car.i still owe on this car and it will be a great hardship to come up with the money to get a new engine.
Engine oil sludge due to malfunctioning of oil pump (and thus low oil pressure) combined with an overheating manifold.engine rendered useless.car was just 3 years old, 64,000 miles and properly maintained.no current recall in effect on the part though there ought to be.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled several times, with the illumination of the check engine oil warning light. The timing belt also failed. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who replaced the o2 sensor, oil switch relay and the cam shaft position sensor. The failure was not corrected and the vehicle could not be driven. The vehicle was not further repaired. The failure mileage was 58,000 and the current mileage as 59,000.
Consumerpurchased a 2000 dodge intrepid, a buy back vehicle.he states that vehicle runs fine as long as it is cold, but when the vehicle gets warm or hot,it begins to bang.consumer complained to dealer and manufacturer, but they will not help. It will costconsumerapproximately$1500.00 to repair vehicle .
While driving home consumer heard a noise. Then,took the vehicle to a mechanic, who determinedthat engine was defective, and urged consumernot to continue driving the vehicle. Consumer tried to make it home, and the vehicle stopped. Ithad to be towed.
I bought my 2000 dodge intrepid with 75k miles on it and 1 1/2 years later the engine blew. The dodge dealership says it was due to sludge build up due to me not doing routine oil changes but, my mechanic begs to differ. He performed the proper oil changes on the car every three months. I still have this car sitting in my driveway from a year ago. It will cost me $4,000 for a new engine and someone to due the work.
I bought my dodge intrepid in june of 2010 knocking in the engine i have never ran the car over 55 mph no warning lights came on kept car up to date on maintenance oil changing and everything else checked oil it was out had it changed 2 weeks ago and also when i added more oil in the car the oil came up on dip stick very sludgy found out i need a new engineby a mechanic.
The vehicle stopped on its own.driver tried to restart vehicle, but was unable to do so. Had the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection, andmechanic determined that the engine needed to be replaced.
2000 dodge intrepid engine failure while driving. Loss of power steering and brakes.the engine started knocking and quit running. Cost to replace the engine is $2200.00 for used engine which does not include labor. Automobile is parked at home. This vehicle was also taken to dealer who also statedcost for new engine and labor would be $5000.00.
Auto purchased in 2/2003.in 6/2003, engine started making horrible noise.contacted a mechanic.he told us not to drive car; had to have it towed 300 miles home.several mechanics have looked at the vehicle and tried to solve problem unsuccessfully.between june and first of november, we had the car in for repairs about 11 times. Were finally told in 11/2003 that car needed new engine (at a cost of $8000) because of design flaw. This is a 2.7 litre engine in a 2000 dodge intrepid. Engine does not maintain oil pressure causing damage to belts, pulleys, and tensioner. This also causes the car to stall, which could result in serious accidents. Service manager at one local dealership has 4 cars with same problem, all needing new eninges, sitting in his lot. He has tried to get chrysler to resolve this; they refuse. If there are 5 cars just in this area needing new engines for the exact same problem, how many are there nationwide? car only has 60,000 miles on it, so there must be something that chrysler can do to resolve the problem. Any assistance you can provide is appreciated.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.while driving 55 mph under normal conditions the vehicle started shaking and making a knocking sound, and after driving another 15 miles,the engine shut off while sitting at a light.the dealer stated that the engine needed to be replaced ,but could not diagnose the cause of the failure. The failure mileage is unknown, and the current mileage was 100,000.
I was driving down a road engine sounded fine. All of the sudden there was a loud knock in the engine compartment and then the engine just stopped running. I had to drift down the hill till i could find a place to pull off. I had it towed to two mechanics and both said the engine was shot and that i needed a new one. The engine was replaced at a cost of over $4000.
While sitting at an intersection vehicle stalled.driver was able to restart vehicle,and drove it to a mechanic,who determined that the problem couldnot be duplicated. Later that day the problem recurred andmechanic indicated that the engine needed to be replaced.
Complained about dodge intrepid 2000 2.7 engine.problem began with lifter noise and oil light came on.imediately stopped and shut engine down.checked oil level which was okay.restarted engine and drove 2 miles when problem recurred.discussed with mechanic.problem wassludge buildup in oil and blocking of oil line.sludge apparently drainedwhen engine shut off.lifter noise and oil warning light stayedoff until sludge again blockedoil screen and line. Regular changing of oil seemednot to be an answer. Themechanic stated she is aware of numerous engine failures.also numerous complaints on the internet of engine failure because of sludge buildup in the 2.7 dodge engine.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 mph into a parking space, the engine stalled without warning. Upon restarting, the vehicle resumed normal function. The failure recurred twelve times. In addition, whenever accessing the exterior front and rear passenger locked power doors, they failed to release open with the key fob. The failure recurred twelve times. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 42,000. The vin was unavailable.
- the contact stated that on 02/05/07 the 2000 dodge intrepid had engine failure. While driving at 20 mph and pulling into a parking lot the vehicle lost power and smoked started coming from under the hood.there were no warning indicator lights, the engine did not have any perceptible failures.the contact had the vehicle towed to a dodge dealership, and the service mechanic informed the contact that there was oil leaking all over, but he couldn't find the source of the leak.then, they called and informed him that the head gasket needed to be replaced.the contact stated that after the repair was completedhe was informed by the service mechanic that the cause of the engine freezing up was due to a sludge buildup.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.while driving 25 mph on a dirt road and slowing for a stop sign, the engine shut off.everything else in the vehicle remained on.the vehicle was towed to a mechanic, who stated that the engine seized and the head gaskets sucked up all the oil.there was still oil in the engine, but not enough, which caused a rod to blow.the current and failure mileages were 141,389.updated07/15/08.*ljupdated 07/15/08
2.7l dodge intrepid. Went to start car one morning, car did'nt start, had car towed to dealer and was told motor blown because we did'nt flow the oil change time frame in book. I advised them we changed oil more often then book said. They wanted $6000.00 to fix car. I still owe $368.00 per month and total of $9100.00 on car for the next 3 years.i don't have, and should not have to put out 6000.00 on a 2000 dodge intrepid. I had the car towed home with all the parts in trunk. Then on thursday i saw on abc7chicago.comnews report called "the sludge report" and it was my same car with the same motor. I am now faced with the tought for (1) letting them take the car and ruinning our credit (2) leaving it in my garage until i can come up with 6000.00 to fix it. Since i have had to buy a used car + insure this car + insure the intrepid along with making monthly payment on a car that doesnt run along with towing, machanic fees, it has caused my family so much stressand financal problems it is not funny! can anything be done about it? do you know if there is a class action lawsuit and if so, how can we be a part of that? is there a message board we can go to and see postings of other people with this same problem? the report on the news said there are many, many consumers out there with this same problem with this kind of motor. What can be done about this faulty motor?
The check engine light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. A rattling noise was heard coming from the rear. Consumertook vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the engine needed to be replaced becausea rod sheared offthe engine, and poor lubrication.
Engine began making a clicking sound while driving on the highway at 55mph. Ase certified master technician looked at the vehicle and said that i need a new engine as it is about to cease up due to oil sludge build-up which is common in this particular engine. I maitained my vehicle with routine oil changes and services through my father, who is an ase certified master technician for over 35 years. I feel that daimlerchrysler corporation should be held accountable for these deffective engines.
Traveling down the highway at 55 mph and car started missing and just died as we were going down the road. We barely managed to get it off of the highway.
The engine made a loud noise while being driven eventually causing the engine not to operate.
I have a 2000 dodge intrepid with a 2.7 liter v6 engine that just turned 73,000 miles last week.on 1/18/06 was running errands when the engine light came on and approximately 20 seconds later the car shut down.it would not restart.i called aaa to have the car towed to the dealership andi called the dealership to let them know it was on its way in. The service rep.at the dealership called on thursday morning for approval to replace (2) sensors in the engine (one dealing with the crank shaft) before they could even get the car started to determine what the engine noise was. I gave the okay for the $322.00 sensors to be installed and was told they would get back to me later.the service rep. Did call a short while later and said that i needed a new engine and that the cost would be $5,300.00 plus tax (this includes the two sensors)!i asked the rep. That if i had gotten the car in sooner if i could have avoided this problem.i was told that the timing chain or tooth or something could have shifted or broken inside the engine and thatthe small pieces of metal circulating inside would have caused irreversible damage in 12-15 miles so that there was nothing i could have done. When asked if this was normal for a carwell maintained and with 73,000 miles on it, the service rep. Told me no.my husband called the owner of the dealership on thursday and asked if anything could be done about the price.the owner told my husband that he would look into it and get back to him.on friday the owner called and informed my husband that there was nothing he could do locally (after 50,000 miles the warranty is expired) and gave him a 1-800 number to call the daimler chrysler customer assistance center.i have records of every service performed on this car.the oil has been changed every 3,000 miles and all maintenance, with the exception of new tire installation) has been performed at the dealership.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 40 mph on normal road conditions, a noise was heard from the engine.there were no warning lights to alert the contact.upon arrival at the contact's residence, the engine stalled and could not be restarted.the vehicle was towed to the dealership, who determined the time belt had fractured, and the engine needed to be replaced.the manufacturer was contacted, who informed the engine warranty expired at 36000 miles.the contact was very concerned because the engine had only 97000 miles.
Consumer was unable to start ignition. Vehicle was towed to the dealership, who informed the consumer that the problem pertained to the engine blowing out.however, problem was not resolved.
I bought this 2000 dodge intrepid, v-6, 2.7 liter engine, new from a dealer in december, 1999.in 2003, with less than 40,000 miles on it, the engine seized up.the dealer contacted chrysler, and the engine was replaced as if it had been under extended warranty.interestingly, the dealership found no indication of excessive sludge buildup, which apparently is the basis of most complaints about this engine.i paid about $200, and was satisfied at that point.since then, i've had lots of (relatively minor) repairs done on this car, and i would rate it below average for reliability. The car now has about 81,000 miles on it, which means the current engine has about 41,000 miles.the engine has failed again.the only warning was an intermittent (not consistent) clicking sound, which my mechanic felt was coming from the housing over the front part of the engine (where the timing gear/belt is located).thus far, chrysler has not responded to my request for coverage as if it were under warranty.i have reviewed many of the on-line complaints about the 2.7 liter engine; i have talked to at least three local (non-dealership) mechanics, each of whom was familiar with sudden catastrophic failures of the 2.7 engine, and one of whom said he personally knew of seven such failures in this local area.none of those independent mechanics would touch this repair job.this is probably an $8,000 repair job, if i choose to have it repaired.it makes no economic sense, when the trade-in value of the car is less than $2,000.even if i replace the engine (again) i would not sell this car to another individual without describing the problems with the engine.i've read enough, and heard enough, to believe that chrysler should be forced to initiate some sort of replacement and compensation program, at least for those of us who bought our vehicle new, have owned it continuously, have maintained it properly, have not abused it in any way, but can't afford to prosecute a lawsuit.
The timing chain broke on my 2000 dodge intrepid as i was driving down the road. As a result, the timing chain and guide and all the valves had to be replaced resulting in a bill of over 6,000 dollars. This happened within 100 miles of the factory warranty expiring. The manufacturer nor the retailer would do anything whatsoever to assist in the repairs.
Hello my name paula howard. My 2000 dodge intrepid just died while driving the other day.i called my husband, when he lifting the hood of my car there was steam coming out of the engine.he then checked the oil and saw antifreeze in the oil.i have since taken the car back to my dealership since i have owned the car for less than a year.they of course will not touch it or warranty it.they want a lot of money to even look at it.i started researching and found that i am by far not the only person with this problem.can you help?
Dt*: the contact stated while the vehicle was at an idle, the oil light illuminated.the vehicle was inspected by a dealer who was unable to duplicate the problem.the manufacturer was not alerted.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.the contact stated that there were issues with her vehicle involving the engine motor.the timing chain tensioner failed, which caused the engine to knock while driving 40 mph.she consulted the dealer and they stated that the engine in that particular motor was the worst motor ever produced by the manufacturer.the contact took the vehicle to a mechanic and was informed that the parts alone would cost $400 in order to complete the repair.the current and failure mileages were approximately 116,000.
This car has been in the shop more than the road, and now we are told that the engine is beyond repair, that we will have to purchase a new or rebuilt engine. Considering that i owe $9000, to spend $4000 to repair is beyond my means. We originally started having problems in 2002 when the check engine light would come on, and according to the dodge dealer in our area, the code was for the leak detection sensor. This light would come on and stay on for a while, and we were told not to worry until it started flashing. Mysteriously, the light would then go off. We had several other repairs after that for the same code and sensors/modules replaced, then we would have the same problem. We were ultimately told it was a broken wire under the seat?. Eventually, in june 2003, my husband was driving down the road when the engine just seizure, almost causing a rear-end collision and him swerving to avoid oncoming cars and ultimately almost going in the ditch in front of a busy gas station. The car has been in the shop since, engine sent to machine shop, and we are told it cannot be repaired, and if they attempt to, they cannot guarantee for even a day. The valves all have to be replaced, and there are large indentations in the cylinder heads. Every time that something went wrong with this car, it would die in the middle of traffic. It is a hazard and a lemon!
While driving 45 mph vehicle stalled, causing the driver to drift to the side of the road.consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection.
While driving 35 mph consumer heard a knocking noises coming from the engine. Then, vehicle stalled. Consumer pulled over, and had the vehicle towed. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
I took my 2000 intrepid to the car shop because my engine light kept coming on. They couldn't find anything and they could not find anything wrong. My oil was fine. Then a month later my oil light came on again and the engine started making a knocking noise. I then learned that my engine had completely failed even after only 75,000 miles on it.
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle's engine died due to engine sludge.the service dealer stated the vehicle did not receive regular maintenance, however the contact disputed this assessment and had receipts for the maintenance.the service dealer determined the vehicle needed a new engine.
My 2000 dodge intrepid engine failed with no warning.i had the car 6 months prior to this incident.the warranty company states that it was due to lack of lubrication and there was engine sludge.i have had 2 oil changes prior to the engine failure.i paid $4428 to have my car repaired.
Oil sludge caused motor to fail at 80,000 miles.
Had car 8 months with three oil changes drove 9,000 miles total, heard clicking noise when engine started that morning, two hours later car stalled and heard loud knock from engine, had car towed and inspected by ase certified mechanic, was told car need new engine couldn't be fixed, due to sludge in engine.
While driving vehicle stalled. Driverwas unable to restart vehicle, and had ittowed to the dealer. However, mechanicstated that the problem couldnot be duplicated.
Engine fire due to plugged pcv valve. Was not properly or fully inspected by van dyn hoven prior to sale. Also in six months after purchase, replaced mode door actuator, ignition tumbler, oil sensor and then the then the air conditioning compressor failed. Total cost of repairs for 1 year $1047. This car is a perfect example of why most people buy japanese cars.
Enginefailedat 56,000 miles.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 50 mph, the engine would not accelerate normally and the oil light illuminated. The vehicle also began to emit smoke. The vehicle was towed to a local repair shop where the contact was informed that the engine had blown out and it needed to be rebuilt. The vehicle had not been repaired at the time of the complaint. The failure mileage was approximately 149,000.
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle lost oil pressure causing the oil light on the dashboard to illuminate.when the transmission was put into a gear from idle, the vehicle accelerated roughly.the contact expressed concern that the engine would fail completely.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.while driving between 68-69 mph with the cruise control activated, the temperature gauge went high and the oil warning light illuminated on the instrument panel.the contact pulled the vehicle over to the side of the road and noticed a small fire under the hood.the fuse box and several wires were melted.the contact extinguished the flames.the police and fire departments arrived at the scene and both filed reports.it was unknown if the vehicle was destroyed at that time.there were no injuries.the current and failure mileages were 114,000. Updated 07/17/09updated 07/20/09.
I have a 2000 dodge intrepid with 2.7 liter engine that is junk.also a/c has not worked in 2 years as well as door locks and windows.
I have a 2000 dodge intrepid 2.7 liter engine that failed will i was driving it. It has 80000 miles on it but absolutely no sludge. I the oil was changed every 3000-4000 miles and the miles are all freeway miles. My mechanic has stated that the rear piston and rod failed. The piston broke apart and damaged the cylinder, head and valves beyond reasonable repair. I am facing the fact that i need to buy a rebuilt engine for about $4000 and need it installed. I spoke to the dodge dealer where i leased the vehicle and they told me that there was nothing they could do. I spoke to chrysler's customer service and they told me it was past the warranty and they could do nothing.
I picked up the car after purchasing it and never made it home. The car stopped on the highway. I had just pulled off because i heard a sound and the car became sluggish. I tried to start the car up to no avail. I had it towed to a local repair shop, which stated that the water pumpfailed and flooded the engine. As a result, i was without a car for awhile. The car has been sitting because i could notafford to make the repairs at this time. I was unsure what to do until a new coworker mentioned that she had the same problem and was able to give the appropriate steps to take. The car will besitting until i can save the money to fix it.
I have a 2000 model dodge intrepid with 35,000 original miles on it and a blown engine. I have since found out that this is quite normal for the 2.7 litre v6 engine. They are very expensive and very hard to find used because there are so many incidents. You can look on ebay motors right now at the dodge intrepids and there are three with bad motors. Please help me.
Car would not restart after stopping for gas. I had the car was towed to a shop.i was told that the fuel injector was bad. Had it changed--car still would not start. Two weeks later, i was told that he could not fix it and i should take it to the dealer. He charged me $200 for the fuel injector & towing. The dealer immediately said it was the crank sensor and changed it. The dealer then called and said they changed the sensor and it still won't run. He told me "you have a bigger problem. Your engine is slugged up." i asked how that could be and was told that i must not have changed the oil often enough or used the correct oil. That is totally wrong! i took very good care of the car and always had the oil changed regularly. To repair the car will cost $1100 just to allow them to take the engine apart and further diagnose the problem (no clue how much money after that) or $6000 for a new engine.i do not have the money for a new engine--nor can i afford to make payments on a car that will not get me to work. This was the last problem in a long list of problems in the two years i have owned the car. The driver window fell off track, the pulleys and belts were repaired or replaced repeatedly, several sensors had to be replaced. This car is a total lemon!
Serviced at 66000 miles for running hot and rough. Mechanic found buildup of sludge on top of head over 1 in thick. Timing chain worn from lack of oil. Suggested new engine. Mecanics had replaced similer engine previously on another car. They saidthis was recurring problem with the 2.7 liter due to poor head and oiling design. Replacement engine was modified to correct this. Internet search returned many similar problems.
I have only had the car less than a year. Regular oil changes. Never any problems. It is a 2.7 engine. With 80,000 miles. We were driving down the hiway and the engine seized. No lights came on. No warning. Mechanic said that the engine was blown the pistons pushed up through the heads. We changed our oil at a service center regularly. The mechanic said it has happened to people all over with intrepids.
My car died on january 23rd for good while i was driving it.the day before i was driving home from college and i was only going about 40 miles per hour when my car just died. For no reason at all.i was able to start it back up and make it home.the following day my boyfriend, me and our son were on our way back home from my mothers house we turned into cvs and the car died!!!!!it started back up and we made it out of the way of the other cars behind us.when it restarted this time it was an awful noise coming from the engine.we parked it and i called my step-dad and he said to try and get it home and he would look at it the next day.we got the car home and he came to look at it and said he hasn't ever seen sludged up oil like that in his life!!!he tried to start it a few times and it wouldn't.so now i have this car sitting in my driveway undrivable!!!!! =i have two children, one in school and one not.i'm in college and this is our only vehicle!!!!!!!!!!now what do i do????????? i'm not made of money and i have no way to buy a new engine!!please find some way to help me.
While driving 45 mph the engine failed without warning. The dealer states the engine needs to be replaced. The cause has yet to be determined. Please provide additional information.
While driving 35 mph engine failed.
While driving 65 mph vehicle stalled. Consumer managed to restart the vehicle. The dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
While driving 45 mph motor blew out. Consumer was able to drive to the dealership. The problem was not resolved.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.while driving at an unknown speed, the engine sputtered.the contact drove to a gas station and turned off the vehicle.when she attempted to restart it, there was no power.the vehicle was towed to a dodge dealer.the dealer would not provide her with a rental vehicle to drive while they had her vehicle.the transmission type was unknown.the current and failure mileages were 73,000.
The engine stalled when the check oil light illuminated.when the vehicle was restarted there was a grinding noise which came from the engine.
2000 dodge intrepid 2.7 litredealerreplaced timing belt 67000($1130.00) engine seized at 71000 miles car is sitting at dealership & idon't know what to do with it.the veil of silence when speaking to anyone from chrysler.thousands of people are driving these cars & have no clue the engine is going to fail. Shamefull behavior by daimler chrysler.
While pulling into a parking area consumer heard a loud grinding noise coming from the engine compartment.a few seconds later the engine stalled.dealer found that the pistons and rods were bent in the engine.
Dt: contact owned a 2000 dodge intrepid and the engine seized whiledriving on 7-31-05.it just stopped. It had been making intermittent noises for about 1 week prior, but nothing constant. Itsputteredbefore quitting. Contact has not talkedto the dealer but she planned on doing so.
Own a 2000 dodge intrepid 2.7l engine that failed due to oil sludge at 59k miles. The car is now worthless and is sitting in my driveway. I am the original owner and change the oil arroding to the requirements in the owner's manual.
Dt*: the contact stated the engine had an oil flow problem that caused the engine to die.the service dealer previously replaced the oil flow sensor and now the vehicle needed a new engine.
While driving at 65 mph vehicle stalled and would not restart. Vehicle was towed to the dealer, who informed the consumer that there was a build up of sludge in the engine. Dealer blamed the sludge build up on the consumer, and would not repairthe vehicle free of charge.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 70 mph on a dry clear highway, the check engine oil lights illuminated and the temperature gauge rose to the maximum heat indication, just before the engine failed, and coasted to a stop. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence.the service dealer and manufacturer were notified.
While driving on the highway at 55 mphengineblew out. Contacted the dealer, and was to told to contact nhtsa.
Car exhibiting all symptoms that engine will fail--oil light comes on at stop lights, ac broken, radiator filled with sludge.i have a six year old daughter and will not our lives at stake driving a car that could potentially leave us stranded in the middle of rush hour traffic.dodge refuses to even acknowledge these cars have oil sludge problems.
I got a loan on a 2000 dodge intrepid.it has been nothing but expense after expense.it didn't want to start, so i took to a dodge service place.they said it was a crank shaft positioning sensor, which cost me $582.00 to have it fixed.two weeks later it didn't want to start again.they said it was the cam shaft sensor, which cost me another $284.00 to have it fixed.each time that the dodge service department had the car, they supposedly did a 24 point inspection after fixing it, and it passed the inspection both times.so, a week and a half later, there was some really loud knocking sounds coming from the motor.the dodge service place said that the whole lower unit on the engine is shot, so it needs either an overhaul or a new motor.i got some quotes over the phone to either fix the motor or replace the motor with a new motor.for overhauling the motor, which includes parts and labor, they want at least $4300.00. To put a new motor in they want $4600.00.i bought the car used for over $7000.00, not including the finance and interest charges.now in order to fix the car, i would have to pay out a whole lot more than half of what the car cost to begin with.the dodge service places say that the 2.7 motors are not made well, because they have too small of an opening for the oil to be dispersed correctly throughout the engine.my intrepid only has 102,000 miles on it.so i am stuck paying for a car that cannot be driven, unless i want to be stranded somewhere.i still owe on the car, so i am paying payments and keeping insurance on a car i cannot afford to fix.shouldn't there be a warning somewhere on these vehicles, about the chances of sludge build up causing the engine to fail?shouldn't dodge stand behind their vehicles, and put some kind of recall on these motors?what are people like me to do?am i just suppose to pay and pay on a car that i would have to drive at my own risk, of the engine failing at any given moment?
I purchased a used 2000 dodge intrepid in may2003. In april of 2005 while turning a corner at a busy intersectioncar stalled in the middle of the intersection. Vehicle was towed to mechanic. I was told by my mechanic that i needed a new engine. He advised me to have the car towed to a junk yard because all dodge engines were junk. I still owe $5000 for this car,and still required to maintain car insurance. It is sitting in storage. I could not afford to purchase a used or new engine. As a result, i have been without transportation for almost a year. I am a single parent on a fixed income. I now car pool and sometimes rent vehicles for transportation.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.the contact stated that the engine light remains illuminated while driving 35 mph.the dealer advised him not to drive the vehicle because at any given moment, the engine could shut off.chrysler advised the contact to file a complaint and stated that no recalls were available.the current mileage was 56,050 and failure mileage was 56,000.updated 09/10/07.
While driving 70 mph , the vehicle stalled. The consumer managed to pull over, and had the vehicle towed. The dealership was notified. The engine has had the following parts replaced:knock sensor (2), crankshaft sensor (1), all main bearings in the crankshaft, all connecting rod bearings and engine complete gasket set.these parts were installed as apart of an engine overhaul.the vehicle had ran for about 20k to 22k miles before it begun to knock again.(currently the vehicle is out of service)the knock occurred on the #6 journal of the crankshaft.mechanics suggested that something in the engine was out of alignment. *sc
The vehicles engine light came on. The consumer took car to the dealer and the replaced the oil sensor, mechanic says the vehicle needs a new motor.please describe further.
Engine failure. While driving vehicle shut down. Came to rolling stop. Wife had to push out of street. Pulled codes had a code for cam sensor. Trouble shot found cam not turning. Pulled valve cover right bank. Timing chain shattered. Guides broken, pieces everywhere. Pulled left bank found 4 valves bent. Observed nominal varnish coating on upper head valve train. Engine being rebuilt at this time.vehicle has 52334 miles was recently bought. Thank you.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.while driving 55 mph, the contact heard a pinging noise coming from the engine.the vehicle was taken to the dealer and they found sludge build-up in the engine.the diagnostic cost $235.the vehicle was taken to a local repair shop and inspected by a technician, who determined that the engine failed.the engine was replaced with a rebuilt engine at the cost of $4,210.the contact called the manufacturer and was advised to send the routine maintenance receipts to the chrysler dealer to determine if she would receive reimbursement.the contact has not received any compensation or a follow up call.the failure mileage was 82,532 and current mileage was 110,000. Updated 08/04/09 updated 08/05/09.
Engine and transmission and a/c failure of dodge intrepids.
Our vehicle is a 2000 dodge intrepid which will need the entire engine replaced due to "oil sludge" build-up in the 2.7 liter engine.the cost to replace this engine with another used engine (which may develop the same problem) has been estimated at approximately $4,000 at the local dodge dealer.to replace this with a new engine would cost an additional $1000-$1500.the dealer indicates he may not even be able to find a replacement engine.we cannot afford to have this work done, but have no choice and the cost will totally deplete our savings account.this vehicle has about 76,000 miles on it.i have learned from some investigation that this is an extremely wide-spread problem that chrysler has refused to acknowledge.i have contacted daimler-chrysler directly and they have expressed their "sincere apology", but note that there is nothing they will be able to do about it.i have read complaints from other owners on carcomplaints.com as well as other websites.this is a problem with the 2.7 liter engines on many chrysler vehicles (intrepid, sebring, etc.).consumers should not have to pay the cost of a design flaw.many of the people who have had this happen to them are still making payments and cannot even afford to have the repairs made!some have had their vehicles stop on them in the middle of the highway.we are lucky to have identified a problem (via an engine "noise") before something more serious occurred.this is a safety hazard for anyone who has a vehicle with this engine and it involves 1999-2003 vehicles.please look into this problem.it is extremely widespread and daimler-chrysler should accept responsibility for selling a defective product.
I have a 2000 dodge intrepid with 72k miles.even though it has been properly maintained, i now have complete engine failure due to poor design of the oil supply pickup tube.
I own a 2000 dodge intrepid.i started having problems with the engine stalling.plus white smoke would come out of the exhaust.i took it to the dealer and they stated it was a fuel sensor.they replaced the sensor, however the problem continued.in fact, it got worst.i took the car to a different dodge dealership and they advised me that the engine was bad due to sludge build up due to the oil not being changed.i found this very hard to believe.i changed the oil and filter every 3000 miles.the guy at the dealership wanted me to provide receipts of the oil changes.i advised him i did the oil changes myself.i do not keep receipts for oil and oil filters.even though the car was still under an extended warranty, the dealership refused to fix the engine.they advised the repair would cost over $7000.00.daimler chrysler should recall this engine.
My engine failed on my 2000 dodge intrepid. The problem started with my timing chain coming apart in the engine with the engine since quitting completely. This is the same type of problem many others have listed on the internet with the timing chain and a huge engine repair cost. I do not have the money to fix a car that is so old, and i'm left paying for a car that doesn't run. Please add my name and information to the other lists of complaints for this dodge intrepid problem.
The motor is making extreme noises and i am sure it is ready to fail.i have always changed the oil in the recommended mileages.i am afraid it will lock up on me, and the majority of my driving is highway.
While driving 35 mph the engine locked up. The dealership was notified but did not resolve the problem.
"sludge" engine failure.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.while driving 65 mph, the contact noticed smoke coming from the rear of the vehicle and steam underneath the hood.the vehicle was towed to her residence.the mechanic stated that the coolant air bleeder for the radiator became detached.a mechanic at dodge inspected the part and stated that it was defective.the current and failure mileages were 101,000.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid. The contact stated that the rod malfunctioned in the engine. There was a ticking sound within the engine for two weeks prior to the failure. The contact stated that there were no leaks coming from the engine prior to the failure. The contact was told by a mechanic that this was a common problem with the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The vin was not available. The failure and current mileages were 122000.
My car shuts off at random while i'm driving.it doesn't matter if i'm going 20 miles per hour or 45 miles per hour.. This has been happening for about this past year.in march 2007 i had it towed to the dodge dealership and paid approx $1300 dollars to correct the problem.a week later the same thing happened and has been ever since..here lately it has been shutting off 1-2 times per day and i only drive it to and from work.
While driving the vehilces oil light came on, then there wasa loud knocking noisefrom the engine, then the vehicle died out. Consumer had vehicle serviced by the dealership who indicated that the 2.05 engine had blown as a result of an oil leak. They also indicated that the part is hard to get due to this being a common problem with this make/model vehicle. Please provide more details.
Dt: car was running fine until a failure occurred. No lights or warnings prior to failure. At the intersection, driver stopped and vehicle shut off, and wouldn't start.no turn over of engine. Electric system was still working, but there were no lights or codes to indicate to driver what could be wrong. Vehicle was regularly maintained with service records available.
While my husband was on his way to work from our home in yacolt wa. Heading to salem or., the engine in our 2000 dodge intrepid quit without warning, he was on i-205 at 5:00 am in the dark he easily could have been killed as well as endangered others on the highway. This vehicle had been maintained very well and we have owned since 17,00 miles. I now am aware that there are hundreds of people that this has happened to and yet the daimler-chrysler corp. Has not acted to inform the consumers that this is a problem or a safety issue. We have three children who up until two months ago were always in this vehicle with me because it was my daily driver. It could have happened quite easily while my children were in the car on a major roadway.
In june of 2006 my 200 dodge intrepid i took my car in for routine service and found that my car had oilsludge and have not had it running since, due to the fact that i don't want to have engine failure. I have been investigating the possibilities of recompense from the motor company but have not been able to find out much as of yet except that it is still in process.i feel that i am entitled to having my engine replaced, since i still paid off the car and have not been able to drive.
I own a 2000 dodge intrepid. Earlier this year it just failed, engine seized. Come to find out there is a problem with the 2.7l engine seizing because of oil sludge. I was directed by a web site to file a complaint here because you were very interested in this specific item.
Vehicle would not start. Ithad to be towed to dealer, anddealer stated that o-rings failed,causing loss of pressure. This, in turn,caused the timing chain to jump. Motor needed to bereplaced due to bent valves. *mr
We bought a 2000 dodge intrepid, used, has 112k miles on it. Engine is ticking, about to blow a rod. My husband is a mechanic, he did some research on the engine and found the problem to be sludge build up. Jumped online and found tons of issues with these 2.7l engines. I've emailed, called, written letters to chrysler / dodge and have had no luck obtaining a response back from them. I think it's ridiculous that they created a disposable car. According to the previous owners, the engine began having heating problems, then the noise began around 95k, the parked the car and put it up for sale. That's when we bought it. We had planned on fixing it and then having another family vehicle. Now that we realize we'll have to sink about $2,000 or more into it, we're not happy.
Vehicle was taken to dealer in november of 2002, check engine light was on. Told me they needed to put on computer to diagnose problem. Replaced cam position sensor for $ 100.00 june 2003, check engine light came on, vehicle kept stalling. I told dealer thought it may be cam position sensor. Was told no diagnosis could be made without putting in on computer. Told by dealer cam position sensor needed to be replaced. Reminded dealer it was replaced previously. Told dealer there was a tick noise in engine, was told it was the timing belt and "would settle down."august 2003, vehicle making loud noise, towed to dealer. Was told vehicle is out of warranty and engine needs to be replaced. Contacted dodge customer service and was told that a factory representative would not investigate and that dealer indicated vehicle was out of warranty. Dealer nor manufacturer would not even look in to reason for failure unless i was willing to pay for additional costs.*la
I have a 2000 dodge intrepid and over the weekend the engine blew and i was almost involved in an accident due to the engine failing.i took it to a mechanic and there was sludge inside and now they are saying the engine is no good and that i need to new one. I went to google to get more information on the engine and i came across a link that there are other people in my situation. If someone can please reply back to me with any new information about the engine. I love my intrepid and wish the engine was made to last.
I would like to file a complaint on the 2000 dodge intrepid, 2.7l engine. I had a front end crash with no apparent engine damage. When the cosmetics were repaired and i cranked the engine again the oil light came on and it was not running smoothly. Oil light goes on and off at times and now has knock in engine. I blame this on a design flaw in the oil galleys of the 2.7engine.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.on november 11, 2008, the contact drove the vehicle approximately seven miles when it began to overheat.suddenly, the engine shut off and the vehicle was towed to the repair shop.the mechanic stated that the engine needed to be replaced.a report was filed with the manufacturer and they stated that the vehicle needed to be towed to a chrysler dealer for a diagnosis; however, they did not guarantee assistance with the repair.the current and failure mileages were 125,000.
The vehicle stalled unexpectedly on the road and the consumer was unable to restart it. The cause was undetermined at this time and manufacturer will be notified by consumer.
Driving at 60 mph. Vehicle engine failure due to insufficient lubrication. (working on) replacing damaged parts and or engine.
While driving to work i heard a knocking sound in the vehicle. I drove the vehcile home on my lunch hour for my husband to look at it. I turned the car off and it would not restart. We had it towed to the dealership and the mechanic initially stated that it may have been the timing chain. After he further inspected the vehicle, we were told that there was sludge in the engine. This vehicle has regular oil changes so this didn't make sense to us.also, there were no oil lights or engine problem warning lights to indicate a problem. The manufacturer refused any assistance with the repair that was to cost $6700.00.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.after a few months of owning the vehicle, it began to make rattling noises when driving beyond 40 mph.the contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was informed that the tensioner snapped due to built up oil sludge.he later discovered that this was a common failure among that make and model of vehicle.the dealer offered to replace the engine with the same type of engine, but the contact believed that the failure would eventually recur.the vehicle is currently at his residence and has not been repaired.the failure mileage was 83,000.
While driving consumer heard a loud knocking noise coming from the engine. Consumer managed to pull over, and had the vehicle towed. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.while driving 35 mph, the engine hesitated, but did not stall.the contact pulled over and the vehicle stalled.she had to make several attempts in order to restart the vehicle.once it was started, she could not drive far because the vehicle stalled once more.the vehicle was unable to be restarted and was towed to her residence.a mechanic stated that the failure was common with that vehicle, but it has yet to be inspected by a mechanic or dealer.the vehicle is currently at the contact's home and has not been repaired.the failure mileage was 117,000.
November 2002 taken to dealership to replace cam position sensor. June 2003 taken to dealer for cam position sensor. Complained to dealer of ticking noise. Dealer told me that it was the timing belt and that the vehicle was in perfect running condition. August 2003 loud noise from engine. Towed to dealer. Dealer claims vehicle needs new engine if they are available for a cost of $7000.
While driving on the highway at approximately 65 mph engine seized.there were no lights or any indications of a malfunction.
I have a 2000 dodge intrepid with a 2.7 engine.i bought the car brand new and have been the primary driver ever since.i have maintained the vehicle and there are only 60,000 miles on it.the car had been driving fine, til one day all of a sudden it started to make a terrible tapping sound from the engine.i managed to get home and after having a mechanic inspect it, he said the engine need to be rebuilt that the timing chain guide let go and that all the guides, gaskets, timing chain, gears, and crankshaft would need to be replaced.i can't believe that a new engine or a rebuilt one would need to be done on a car of this age and such low mileage.i've had a concern with the oil light coming on periodically, but everytime we've had it checked, the oil was full and no problem found, thought to be an electrical concern.now, i find out after some research that this year vehicle had a defective engine that caused sludge to build up and cause this light to go on and cause engine failure.shame on chrysler for making this engine.i think someone at chrysler should contact me and assist with this repair.i have been buying chrysler for the last 12 years.my husband and i had a neon, jeep cherokee, and currently a grand minivan.my father in law is a proud retired chrysler automaker.if chrysler knows there were problems with these engines, then i should be given some consideration.i have always intended to buy chrysler products, but after this, i don't know if i will ever buy one again, and i will tell everyone i know of this defective product.
Consumer noticed that while starting vehicleengine would not engage. Vehicle was towed to dealership, andtechnician notice determined that sludge built up in the engine, causing it to blow out.
After starting the vehicle the consumer would hear a loud knocking noise coming from the engine. The dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. The cause was not determined. *mr
My dodge intrepid with a 2.7l engine started knocking then locked up while driving so i took to dealer and they said it was neglect and i told them i follow maintence scedule to a t with 3000 mile oil changes and all they told me it was sludged up and will not fix this . This is a defective design when a well maintained car dies at 60,000 miles .
There was a loud knocking coming from the engine.consumer proceeded to the shoulder of the road, turned the vehicle off and on and the noise was still there.vehicle was towed, and the engine was found to be defective.
Engine failed during operation due to poor engineering.
Dt: engine has locked up because of sludge build up.as a result, there is a blockage to the engine .he has changed the oil 4times. Owner was turning and the engine locked up.
Engine stopped while driving at 55 mph.vehicle was taken the dealer, who statedengine needed to bereplaced.
Complaint received via e-mail. The engine failed while driving. The oil light came on, and the motor locked up before i could get of the road. I changed the oil between 2500/3000 miles all the time since i have had the car.
On 3/17/04 we had our 2000 dodge intrepid(mileage 45700 )2.7 liter engine repaired at iron river chrysler, inc..they removed & replaced the timing chain tensioner reinstalled intake manifold & valve cover. I paid $703.91 for repairs. On 10/31/04 ( with 55260 miles) the chain tensioner failed again.iron river chrysler fixed it and this time it was covered under warranty .on 12/21/05 the car would not start and was towed to a different station.they told us it was thetiming chain again. They called us a day later and told us the bolt that held the timing chain backed out and there was no loctite on the threads. When the bolt backed out the timing chain let loose and caused extensive damage to the valves and heads.we then went back to iron river chrysler and told them about the car.they told us there are issues about the 2.7 liter engine which is in our car and that the timing chain was no longer under the 12,000 - 12 month warranty.i feel that this problem was due to the cause of negligence of iron river chrysler garage.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.while driving 55 mph, the engine failed and the vehicle lost power and steering ability.the vehicle would not restart.the contact was able to coast to the side of the road.there were no warning indicators prior to the failure.the vehicle will have to be towed.the vin was unknown.the current and failure mileages were 82,000.
I have a 2000 dodge intrepid that i bought in october of 2003, in september of 2004 the engine light came on and wouldn't go off. After spending $900.00 and 2 towing bills the dodge dealer finally got the light to stay off by replacing the cam and crank sensors. Approx 6 1/2 months later in april of 2005 while driving at 20 miles per hour the engine started making a loud clicking noise. I took it to my regular mechanic that told me a rod had blown in the engine.he told me it would probably run me around $5000.00 to repair.he also said he's heard about alot of problems with these engines. I think dodge should be doing something about this especially after i see by your complaint list i'm not the only one. I still owe almost as much as they say it will cost me to repair it.
Vehicle experienced suddenstalling at60 mph, and is no longerwas able to start. Manufacturer was contacted by the consumer,and was aware of the problem.
I have a 2000 dodge intrepid and i bought it from extreme dodge in jackson mi in 2001. In june 2005 i was driving and it started make this awful noise so i pulled of into a parking lot and turned it off called my husband and when he got there the car wouldn't startso we had the car towed home and had our mechanic come over to check it out and he told us the timing chain when out.so we boughtthe parts and had him take care of it.then i drove it for about 6 months and it happened again so this time we took it to the dealerand had them fix it this time. Again drove it for about 18 monthsand now it is broke down again same thing. I cant afford to keep putting timing chains in this car every 8 to 10 months at 1,800 to 2,300 dollars a pop.and i hear so many people say how bad the interepids are known for this problems.well i wish i would have know this before i bought the car because i never would have bought it.
Engine stopped running while i was at 55mph on a rural road late at night. Had car towed to dealership that i bought car. Timing belt and guides eng due to sludge build up. I had the oil changed every 3,000 miles from when i bought it. Dealership could not find sludge but was told this was the problem. Had repairs done after continual complaints took 5 months to get car repaired. 5 months later and 10,000 miles the engine goes again.at 21 this car sits in my dad's driveway rusting. Replacement parts could not be located. Replacement of engine i can not pay for. Chrysler will not help. I've had better help from my dog!
While drivingcheck engine light illuminated and vehcile jerked. Also, made a knocking noise in the engine. Power automatically shut down while driving.radio and lights stayed on. Took vehicle todealer for repair. Dealer continuously replaced the sensors. Consumer stated that it was always a different sensor that failed.
I bought my 2000 dodge intrepid in october of 2000. Within 2 years i had the inner tie rods and weather stripping/door trim replaced. Whenever i would take my car in for an oil change every 3000 miles, the mechanic would notify me of sludge build up. Now the engine is gone. Beyond repair with only 94,000 mile left on the car. This was just after i paid to replace an evaporator coil that was leaking and the inner tie rods for the second time. I also paid over $200 to replace the weather stripping for the second time. I have replaced a radiator that was leaking and a shift cable that had seized up preventing my car from shifting into gear. I figure those were due to normal wear and tear but the engine is what really blows my mind with such low miles and regular maintanence. Please help.
This is a basic vehicle complaint that i feel dodge/chrysler should be made to fix on their 2.7l engines.i and after searching the internet have found that many people are having the same problem with this problem with their 2000 dodge intrepid and the company is doing nothing to help fix it when it is a known issue with the engine.other mechanics have said the same thing.i think that some authority should look into this and have them recall this engine.people pay a lot of money for their vehicles and need them to work.
The check light remained on while the engine tended to freeze up, could not start the vehicle. Manufacturer was contacted by consumer, and was aware of the problem.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.while driving 60 mph, the engine failed and the contact pulled the vehicle off the road.the vehicle was towed to his residence.the contact experienced issues with the check engine light prior to the failure.a mechanic stated that a new engine was needed, which would cost approximately $2,000.the purchase date was unknown.the current mileage was 100,000 and failure mileage was 90,000.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.while driving 40 mph, the motor began making a knocking noise.within minutes, the motor completely failed.the contact managed to restart the vehicle and pulled over at a gas station.he checked the oil in the vehicle and noticed that it barely had any oil.he added oil to the vehicle, hoping it would correct the failure, which it did for 3 or 4 miles.the contact then had to pull over once again for the motor noises.the vehicle was towed to a shop and the mechanic stated that the motor was shot due to a spun main bearing.the vehicle is currently at the dealer from where it was purchased and has not been repaired.the vin was unknown.the current and failure mileages were 60,000.
No events leading up to incident. 2000 dodge intrepid 2.7 motor just stopped working while car was moving with no warning. Had towed said it was due to engine sludge. Car was regularly serviced and this shouldn't have happened. I have read all the other 2.7 horror stories and i expect dodge to do something about it.
Overheating, motor died out while driving on the highway. Struggled a lot to keep control. Engine is no longer useful. Got an estimate for $14,000 on a new engine. Vehicle has 88,000 miles. Very upset....*la
The car was running fine and they one day just failed.
While driving heard bang and car lost power and began to tap.immediately pulled over and shut car down.upon inspection found motor was full of anti-freeze.water pump shaft bearings broke into "pieces" flooding engine with anti-freeze.installed new water pump and timing chain, but too much damage was already done.car repair costs too much to fix, have been advised by mechanics that problems will persist with this 2.7 motor.additionally, air conditioning fails repeatedly.power window unit fails repeatedly.front end problems.we tried to have the problem fixed, but apparently there is no "fix" for this engine.
Complete engine failure due to seizure of bearing on water pump and related damage to timing chain and engine intake and exhaust valves -- cost to repair exceeds value of vehicle -- vehicle milewage equals 85,000 miles age of vehicle equals four model years
Was on vacation drove about 300 miles dodge interpid made noise and my car stalled. Was told by mechanic motor blown. Took wal-mart to court because the change my oil regliously. It was found they was at no falut. I had my car was repaired cost me over $7000. I stll owe , $5000. On vehicle.
While drivingengine failed.consumer was concerned that the vehicle was only four years old.
Air conditioning core went out @ 50,000 miles.
The shocks and cooling fan had to be replaced.the vehicle continued in a straight path although the steering wheel was turned left.the rack and pinion was replaced. *ph*nlm
Purchased a 2000 dodge intrepid from dadeland dodge in miami, fl.the car is qualified for the lemon law 3 months after purchase, but unaware of such a law and never filed.now it is too late.it is now i decided to take action since the engine blew on 04/12/03.my brother in law was driving and the engine just stopped without warning.i called for a tow truck to be taken to the dealer.the car has about 65,000 miles, and the extended warranty should have covered the repairs; however, the dealer declined.iended up paying $2,714.87 to get the engine rebuilt.in addition, ialso don't have a car for 2 months, and disputed with the dealer and extended warranty company during that span.*la
2000 dodge intrepid,car has 2 new engines seize up,car will not start all the time, or just stop while driving regardless of new plugs, batteries.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.while driving 20 mph, the vehicle began making loud noises and would not accelerate over 20 mph.the vehicle then shut completely off and had to be towed.the engine was replaced.approximately two years later, the second engine failed.there is no recall for this failure.the current mileage was 167,000 and failure mileage was 78,000. Updated 06/03/08.*ljupdated 05/30/08
While driving at a low speed engine stalled.an independent mechanic indicated that the problem could be with the transmissionor engine. Please provide any additional information.
The vehicle's engine produced a large amount of sludge which caused the vehicle to sound very loud.the cause has not been determined.please provide any additional information.
Dt: while driving to work in the early morningthe car quit without warning.vehicle was towed home, and it was discovered that the engineblewup.the local dealer called and confirmed this.no repairs have been made.
I purchased my 2000 dodge intrepid in late 2005, had it two months and the car quit while driving on interstate highway.i immediately had it towed to a mechanic, they had it from before christmas until this month(june).they were rebuilding the engine, couldn't get it to stay in time, etc.we have now had to tow it to another mechanic and he looked at it and said he couldn't fix it.i have made seven payments without being able to drive it.i am disabled and it is a hassle when i need to go to the doctor and i have to see if i can get a ride.
Dt*: the contact stated while traveling 55mph the oil light illuminated intermittently, the vehicle shut down without any other warning.the vehicle was pulled off the side of the road without incident and towed to an independent repair shop.upon inspectiontheengine had failed.the manufacturer has been alerted.
Another intrepid 2.7 l engine failure. I was driving the car and it did stop runing without any warninig.i just came out of a twelve hundred dollas transmission repair.i know big chances are i will be ignored by chrysler people, but i will do everything i have to do to stop my relatives and 20 generations ahead, from buying any chrysler product.
While turning at 25 mph vehicle stalled.consumer managed to pull over, and had the vehicle towed,butdealer could not resolve the problem.
2000 dodge intrepid, with approx. 75k miles, engine started "ticking" and "knocking" very loud, and then car seized up.had it towed to mechanic.....bearing failure and metal shavings.....engine needs to be replaced.
2000 dodge intrepid with 37k miles had total engine failure while driving.dealership states failure was due to sludge in engine.
While driving on the expressway, my engine quit while i was in the far left lane at about 65 mph.i was able to get to the exit and roll to the shoulder.the car was towed to oakland dodge in madison heights, mi.the mechanic told me he thoughtthe timing chain broke and that if it did it may have damaged some of the valves and if that were the case it might cost a couple thousand dollars to repair.i told him to look into it.five minutes later he called back and said after speaking to another mechanic and his supervisor, that the engine is no good, because of their experience with "these intrepids".after speaking to the supervisor, i asked him to go into detail and explain how he would know this without taking the engine apart.he explained that they have had a lot of problems with the 2.7 liter engine and he could guarantee me the engine is worthless and it would cost about $6,000. To replace it which is more than the car is worth.this car was running perfectly smooth until the time that it died.i find it hard to believe that the car is now worthless.this car is a 2000 dodge intrepid, 2.7 liter engine.
My 2000 dodge intrepid wouldn't start without a jump for a few days in a row, so i brought it in and had it checked.the mechanic said he thought it was due to build up on the negative terminal. I also heard a noise in the engine, but all belts were checked and they were fine.1 week later my car just died while i was driving to work.i have now learned that i need to replace the engine at a large cost.while researching the cost of this repair, i have come to learn that this is a very common problemfor the 2.7l v6 engine, and that the maker is aware of the problem, but because there have not been enough complaints, it is not worthy of addressing! i am disgusted!the way that my car died, on the road, i could have caused a major accident.
Our 2000 dodge intrepid starting making knocking sounds.we brought it in and were told that there was sludge buildup and that a new engine is needed but it is not covered under the warranty that we purchased because the buildup is from poor maintenance.we told them that we had the oil changed regularly but this did not make a difference and we are currently trying to find a way to pay for a new engine in the car.i have checked this out on the internet and found hundreds of other people that have had the same problem and that their warranty is also not being honored.first there is an engine that is defective in the car and then they won't even honor a warranty that we paid for.i am very frustrated.
Dt: the contact stated while drivingvehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to a local dealership. They replaced the timing chain, intake manifold, coolant tube, andserpentine belt. The vehicle was driven home. The vehicle drove fine for awhile. The vehicle then experienced the sameproblem. Itwas taken back to the dealership,andthey replaced the chain tensioner. The vehicle drove fine again for awhile. Then it started experiencing the same problem.it was taken to an independent repair shop. They found that when the previous dealership had replaced the chain tensioner they had not tightened the bolts properly. This caused the valves and the head to be warped. No repairs weremade.
While driving 45 mph, the oil pressure gauge went down and suddenly the engine stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealership.the technician indicated the engine stalled because of poor maintenance.
Engine failure in 2000 dodge intrepid; car stopped while driving; there were no warnings or indications that anything was wrong with my car; i had just had the oil changed the day before.after researching on the internet, i have found that this is a common problem with the dodge intrepid, and dodge will not recall these cars to fix the problem.*la
The car was afleet vehicle with documented services completed. I bought the car in may 2003 with approximately 60000 miles on it. Continued with regular oil changes around 3000 miles. When the car reached around 100000 miles the oil light started flicking at low rpms. Even though i had just changed the oil around 1000 miles before. I just figured that the car was burning some oil since it had over 100000 mile on it so i just kept a quart in the trunk and checked the oil level when the light would start flickering and add some oil if it was low. Then coming home from work one evening the car just lost power and the engine light came on. Since the car was still running and i was in traffic i tried to get it to a parking lot when it died at a red light. Got it started and to a parking lot and that was where it expired.
Hi.my 2000 dodge intrepid blew its engine while driving it.it had under 80,000 miles on it and had been perfectly maintained.it has the 2.7 litre engine in it that i now see on the web is full of defects.i owe $8,000 on a vehicle i can't drive, trade in, or even junk!since the lender still "owns" the vehicle, i don't have the option of getting rid of it.there are so many of us that have had the exact same problem and chrysler is unwilling to help. For that matter, they don't even respond!the dealership blames chrysler but does nothing.they state that perhaps there weren't enough oil changes (even though we can document every oil change performed at 3,000 miles). Used auto parts shops cannot keep the 2.7 litre engine in stock since there are so many folks in my position desperate to get their intrepid fixed.mechanics advise that there is no guarantee whatsoever that putting a used 2.7 (or a brand new one) will fix this problem.the next 2.7 could be every bit as defective.also while driving this vehicle a short time before the engine blew, the steering column locked up causing us to swerve into oncoming traffic.this was a potentially deadly occurrence.$1,800 from the dealership that we're still paying off to repair that little problem.please help!!thanks.leo cunninghamwest seneca, ny716 821-9586.
While driving engine shut down.vehicle was towed to dealer,and it was discovered that the timing chain and crank shaft were defective.the vehicle's check engine light illuminated on five different occasion.each time the vehicle was taken to be service but no codes were found in the vehicle computer. Eventually the vehicle stalled and it was determined that a new engine was needed.
-the contact stated thatengine ran as if it had no oil.he performed routine maintenance on the vehicle. The oil heated up and the engine failed.he called the dealer, and they had known about the problem.they said they wanted to give him $200.00 for the vehicle ,but,he had spent over $6000.00 to fix the engine before and it seized for the second time. He recently purchase d the car. The mileage at the time of the incident was 65000 of which 52,000 miles were on the odometer when the vehicle was purchased. The dealer ddidnot want to repair the vehicle. He took it to a repair shop ,and they told him they would not fix these types of cars because of the inherent problems.before it seized the second time the dealer had him bring in the vehicle.they ran diagnostic tests for a few days at which point he was asked to pick up the car and the engine failed again.
I have a dodge intrepid 2000 with a 2.7 liter engine and the engine made a huge noise and it was not drivable. It was towed to the shop and after talking to chrysler corp. They did find metal shaving in oil pan and they will go 50% on cost. I have talked to several repairmen and friends having this model and they all claim that their motors have blown too! why should the consumer pay for a faulty motor. If they are willing to go 50% then you know that chrysler knows that they are having problems with this motor. Please investigate this there were no lives lost in my case, but what about the next person. Thank you!*la
I own a 2000 dodge intrepid that has 57,000 miles on it.i left work at 12pm on 1/4/08 to run an errand.i pulled into the parking space and my car was clanking under the hood. I shut the car off, ran in to complete my errand, came back out to my car and it would not turn over.i had my car towed to the mechanic and was 45 minutes late back to work.the mechanic ran extensive diagnostic tests and the conclusion was engine sludge.the mechanic stated "this is the worst engine i have ever seen".the mechanic had me come to the chop to visually see the sludge.i was shocked at the sight of sludge buildup.after extensive research, this is a known issue with the chrysler/dodge 2.7 engine and there are thousands of complaints on the internet for the same exact problem.dodge refuses to admit to a manufacture defect and refuses to fix or assist in the replacement of an engine.
While driving engine seized and shut off. Engine needed tobe replaced.
A few months ago i purchased a 2000 dodge intrepid with 84,000 mi and a week later while exiting the highway on an off-ramp, the engine stalled. It was running great one second and the next second it just quit with no warning! i had it towed to a mechanic for service and was informed that my engine needed to be replaced. I have talked to a local salvage parts dealer and was told that these engines is in very high demand.after doing a little research on my own regarding the 2.7 liter engines, i have found that this problem is more common than not.i had my engine replaced last week and it cost me over $3500.00.*la
I own a 2000 dodge intrepid with a 2.7l engine. I was driving down the highway when the oil pressure symbol popped on . The engine started to make a knocking and pinging sound that got worse as i went down the road. The motor finally stop runningso i pulled on side the road. I tried to restart it but it would not turn over. I had to have it pulled to the house . I had made it a habit to change the oil every 3,000 miles and to make sure the oil level was full every time i left the house.i don't know of anything that i did or didn't do that would have cause the motor to seize up. I do know that there are a lot of complains about the 2.7l engine and that it is not a very dependable motorthat will quit and seize up for no reason t all. I believe that this motor should be recalled and that the consumers should be compensated with a new or rebuilt 3.2l or 3.5l engine to replace the 2.7l engines in these vehicles.
While driving 40 mph, the consumer heard a loud squeaking noise coming from the front of the vehicle. Suddenly, the vehicle vibrated uncontrollably and stalled. The consumer tried to restart the vehicle and was not able to do so. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the engine neededto be replaced. Please provide further details.
Temperature gauge topped out, came down, then blew fluid on engine. Dealer said engine was gone. I still owe a significant amount of money and do not have the means to get a new motor. And the dealer is afraid i will not get a loan for a new vehicle because of the amount still owed. I still have no solution for this problem. Car is.
Vehicle has a 2.7l engine which stalled.vehicle was towed to an engine repair shop. Consumer also contacted the manufacturer, who claimed that there wasno problem with the 2.7lengine.mechanic informed consumer that the engine would need to be replaced.
Complete engine failure due to seizure of bearing on water pump and related damage to timing chain and engine intake and exhaust valves -- cost to repair exceeds value of vehicle -- vehicle milewage equals 85,000 miles age of vehicle equals four model years
Engine failure in my 2000 dodge intrepid-chrysler knows this engine is crap and will not fix it-they should be held liable and have to replace every 2.7 v-6 for free.
Sludge in the motor.
While driving the engine blew up. Consumer stated that the vehiclestalledright before it blew up. Consumer took the vehicle to the dealer, who stated that there was sludge build up in the engine.original engine was a 2.7 liter. However, consumer had this engine replaced with another 2.7 liter engine.
Blown engin at (27,000 miles.
2000 dodge intrepid, oil sludge build up caused engine to blow. The consumer believed the oil sludge problem was because the tube going out of the oil pump twist and turns up and down sp that the oil doesn't pump through as well as it should.
While driving at low speed vehicle stalled.vehicle was towed to mechanic,who discovered sludge inside the engine. The problem was not resolved. The mechanic has quoted $6500 to replace engine.consumer seeking other repair options.
Engine failure.
While driving 40 mph engine locked up andvehicle stalled without warning. Dealer stated the engine needed to be replaced.
2000 dodge intrepid engine failure - 82,000 miles.
Dt: contact stated there was a small amount of sludge in the oil system, causing the timing chain to break, causingthe valves to collapse.
The vehicles engine light illuminated and engine shut off.the vehicle was towed to the dealer and the dealer said enginelocked up and would need to be replaced. *nlm
I own a 2000 intrepid by dodge with approximately 43000 miles on it. The engine has been blown and i was informed that we have to pay for the repair to be done because of sludge in the engine.. I have an extended warranty on this vehicle that i bought at the time of purchase.. Because of the fact that we do our own oil changes and the only thing we are guilty of is not keeping receipts that we have bought oil and filters to change it.. We have documentation on dates and mileage that we have had them done.. In fact the last one was done at a place of business.the vehicle started making a clanking noise while i was driving , no warning light or any such light came on the instrument panel whatsoever i proceeded to pull over in a parking lot and shut the car off, and it would not start, ihad the car towed to dealership..they have now had my car for 3 weeks at the dealership.dodge corporate is saying that they have nothing to do with this complaint because of the fact that the extended warranty is not through them, the dealership can use whom ever they want to for extended warranties. I have searched many complaints and this is an ongoing problem with these engine's. My extended warranty is for 7 years or 75000 mile which ever comes first.. I had a different dealership look at my car first and we had to pay them almost 400.00 to have them look at the vehicle and tell us the warranty people will not fix it. They also informed us that the time chaining had blown and when that happens yes there will be sludge and whatever else. Which why you have to replace the whole engine. I have researched this and know that there is numerous complaints on this particular car and engine. Please can you advise and help.. As an added note the car also smells like it is burning oil.
While driving at 60 mph, the rpms raced up to 4000.then, the rpms fluctuated between 4000 and 2000 rpms. The vehicle finally stalled and would not restart. The vehicle was towed and after the diagnosis was performed, it was determined the vehicle needed a new engine.
At any speed consumer heard a rattling noise coming from the engine compartment. Dealer examined the vehicle and found a build up of sludge in the engine.replaced the engine.
2000 dodge intrepid 2.7 liter engine failed twice (two engines) due to lack of oil even though there was oil in the crankcase.a dodge service manager told me their is a design problem were sludge can restrict the oil flow back to the crankcase. Both occurrences were at 85 mph.
Dt*:the contact stated while the vehicle was parked in the driveway for 2 hours it caught on fire.the fire started in the engine compartment spreading thought out the entire vehicle.there was a fire report filed at the scene.there were no prior problems with the vehicle.the dealer was alerted and determined an inspector would need to inspect the vehicle.a letter received from the manufacturer stating there was no need for an inspection. Updated 7/11/2006 - the consumer contacted the manufacturer and was told not to contact their office again as the fire was not their problem.per the crd chief used the most current incident date (internet voq request).
We own a 2000 dodge intrepid.the engine seized, without any failure warnings or indications late at night (11:30 pm).i understand this is a common problem with the 2.7l engine manufactured by chrysler.
Upon pulling into a parking space there was a knocking noise coming from underneath the hood, then, vehicle stalled. Enginelocked up because of oil sludge. This occurred because engine overheated, per dealer.
While driving my 2000 dodge intrepid on the afternoon of may 17,2005 the engine (2.7l) the engine failedrendering the power steering and power brakes nearly useless while driving the twisting and turning roads of atkinson nh. After having the repair assessed (engine replacement) the cost of the repair exceeded the book value of the automobile. I have done nothing since with the exception of attaining alternate transportation (non chrysler product).
While driving the 2000 dodge intrepid, it shut down, failed to start and had to get to the side of the road and call for assistance.
Bought this car brand new in 2000 and at 3 years old with just under 80,000 miles it is shot!did routine maintenance and changed the oil on a regular basis at 3,000 to 4,000 miles even though owner's manual states oil changes at 7,500 miles. In october, 2003 the day after i had my oil changed,i started hearing a slight knocking noise and took the car to my mechanic.mechanic proceeded to tell me that my engine had sludge build up in it and would have to be replaced at a cost of between $4k - $6k.mechanic also told me that this was a very common and "known" problem with the intrepid 2.7l v6 engine but that so far dodge has refused to recall the engine.told me that oil should actually be changed at least every 2,500 miles religiously and that we should use synthetic oil (owners manual does not say this - why?!?). Mechanic was very sympathetic and said "don't take my word for it do an internet search for intrepid engine sludge and see what comes up".followed his suggestion and was absolutely shocked and disgusted at what i found! the number of people having the exact same problem as we are is just shameful!my wife and i paid approx. $22k for this car and now, 3 years later, the cost to repair the car is more than what it is valued at! finally, just this week, we all but gave away our 3 year old car for $2,000 because that is the best offer we had.my wife and i have worked hard for everything we have and we feel cheated and betrayed by dodge for putting out such a lousy product and then continually refusing to acknowledge this defect despite plenty of evidence to the contrary! please, do something to stop this!!!
Our 2000 dodge intrepid with the 2.7 l engine was purchased with a rebuilt engine and 122k miles. We were meticulous about maintaining this car, and had the oil changed every 3000 miles. At 135k miles, the timing chain broke without warning. This should not have happened on a well-maintained vehicle. The cost to repair it will be at least $2000. My son uses this car as his primary vehicle and doesn't have the money to repair it, so he is without a vehicle. This is a common problem with this engine. I feel that dodge should recall and replace the 2.7 engine with a 3.2 or 3.5.
Traveling down i-77 south going through west virginia i smelled burning oil the car lost power then shut off completely pulled off the highway and tried to restart but all it did was click.
I have a 2000 dodge intrepid w/the 2.7l motor.the motor failed at 66k miles because of sludge.i am now aware that chrysler has a major design flaw w/ these motors.i purchased the car w/an 8yr/80k mile warranty and they will not honor it.my main issue is that it failed while my wife was driving it and she could have been killed or have killed someone because of this failed engine.this 2.7l motor is very dangerous and vulnerable to failure at any time.the motor has major design flaws which makes it have excess sludge buildup. Chrysler should recall any car w/these 2.7l motors to prevent people from being killed.
The timing chain tensioner in my 2000 dodge intrepid (2.7 liter dohc v6 engine) went bad, causing the timing chain to get loose.it started slapping against the housing, making a horrible racket.i got the car to my mechanic before the timing chain broke.he replaced the timing chain and timing chain tensioner.he also found oil sludge all through my engine, which was the likely cause of the timing chain tensioner going bad.my engine did not need replaced at this time.i had 58,026 miles on the car when this happened.the oil had been changed every 3,000 miles.my mechanic said that this should not have happened at that low a mileage.i did not take this to a dodge dealer, as the car was out of warranty.i took it to an independent auto repair facility.the owner has extensive experience in major auto repair and engine rebuilding and replacement.i have just this past week traded this car off, and no longer own it.
I was driving home, on the interstate, and my engine's timing chain broke. Took it to a mechanic, he said that it will require replacement of entire engine, that this failure is very common in these engines. He referred me to this website.
Engine died due to sludge buildup. *mrthe consumer had gone to get an oil change and was told that the serpentine belt was cracking.the oil light had come on and the dealer stated that thesensor needed to be replaced.after the consumer picked up the vehicle from the dealer for the repair of the sensor, the oil light had come back on.after about two miles of driving, the engine failed.the consumer found that the engine failed due to sludge. *sc
I have a 2000 dodge intrepid that i have w/ a 2.7 engine and the engine seized/locked up on me and the heat had went out on it right before the engine seized up. I took care of the vehicle and had no problems until then.my vehicle is nice looking in and out and i cannot afford another engine for this car so it's sitting there behind my house and i have no transportation.i paid a great deal for this car and didn't have any problems w/ it until it seized and it seized up at 97,000 miles! this car is a great disappointment for me and something needs to be looked into the problems everyone has been having out of these vehicles.i ran off the road and into a small tree.it makes me and my family/friends not ever want to buy another dodge/chrysler vehicle.please look into this for me.
Dt: the contact stated while driving heard a clanking noise underneath the hood. He immediately drove the vehicle to theservice dealership for inspection. The service dealer determined thatthe timing chain stretched and released metal shavings into the engine, resulting in a complete engine failure. The engine was disassembled to estimate the damages. The final diagnosis concluded that theengine would have to be replaced. No repairs have been performed.
Consumer heard a "tapping" noise coming from the motor and front wheel area.dealer diagnosed that there was no oil on dip stick and motor oil level was low.vehicle was serviced and problem resolved.after driving for 5 days the "tapping" noise returned at speeds of 65 mph. Consumer took vehicle back the to dealer who diagnosed that oil sludged was in the motor and the rods were burned on the top and bottom of motor with metal shavings in motor. The dealer stated the vehicle needed a new engine.
2000 dodge intrepid 2.7 liter motor with 70,000 miles on it. No sign that the engine was going to fail. Car was running fine. All of a sudden the motor was knocking. Took to dealer, they said there was sludge build up due to poor maintenance(they didn't even ask how often i changed the oil). Dealer said it would cost thousands of $ to fix. I still owed $7,000 on a car that would cost that much to fix. So now i still pay for that junk car and drive a $2,000 beater until i can finish paying the dodge off.
To whom it may concern,i was around 700 miles from home for my son's wedding in may and the engine started to knock, my husband who is a certified auto mechanic by the state of ohio for over 25 years looked it over and found nothing.the next day we were driving back home and the knocking stopped . The car drove fine after that and did not make the noise again.we always had the oil changed every 3000 miles and we have always used synthetic oil in the car. 1 month later on my way to work i was driving on state route 571 when the car started jerking and stopping then starting again i almost got rearended by a semi truck before i could get the car off the road. I called my husband to tell him what had happened i was very shook up scared out of my mind i thought i was going to be ran over by a semi. He told me to drive on the side of the road until i could turn off on a side road so i did. I was able to nurse it home and take another car to work that day. We took it down to the chrysler dealer in town and they told us there was sludge in the oil and told us it would be 7200 dollars to fix the car i don't have that kind of money laying around so the car is sitting in my driveway while i try to come up with the money to fix it.
While driving on aback road at 30 mph vehicle shut down.after towing the vehiclehome, made contact with the tow driver, and was told thatengineblew out.have not had car repaired due to cost on a new motor and labor. There are numberous reports of the dodge intrepid that have the same problem blown motors, but dodge doesn't want to fix them.
During inspection dealership informed the consumer that vehicle has engine sludge. The problem was not resolved.
I purchased a new 2000 dodge intrepid es in june 2000.i had my car maintenance occasionally including oil changes, breaks, tires, etc.on may 7, 2006 my car broke down and it was reported by a mechanic that my time chaining and engine is no longer working.my car only had 47, 689 miles and i finished payments in june 2004.it is totally unfair for acar of six (6) years tobreak down for engine problem.
While driving 37 mph, the vehicle stall without warning. The driver tried to restart the vehicle and was not able to do so.the vehicle was towed to a body shop for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the engine needed to be replaced.please provide further details.
2000 dodge intrepid engine needs to be replaced.***no answer required***.*mr
Without any prior warning car would not start after stopping to get gas. Car was towed to dealer where it was discovered that the timing chain had shattered sending slivers of metal throughout the engine causing compression problem, damaging pistons, and causing water pump to seize up.needless to say i'm now looking to buy engine for a car that i've had for under 24months and still have 36+months to go on my note with the engine only having 65k.note the driver side seat back did break and i've had to have speed sensor replace all of this within the last 17 months.
Engine on 2000 intrepid blown after 60,000 miles. Mechanic said sludge is the contributing factor.have been very diligent about oil changes even before sludge was discovered by dealer in 2002. Nevertheless, engine blew. Cost to replace engine $5400. This is the 2nd chrysler car that required engine replacement.we are 3 time owners of chrysler products, and feel disappointed and disillusioned with chrysler products at the moment.
At 81,000 miles, the vehicle timing chain broke on highway causing it to lose all power, including power steering, and making it difficult to safely pull over. The owner's manual says to replace the timing chain at 100,000 miles. And the oil has been changed every 3,000 miles. According to my mechanic it is definitely a defect of the engine as he noted evidence of sludge build-up.
While driving on the highway at 55 mph vehicle jerked forward, there was a knocking noise, then the vehicle stalled. Vehicle was towed to a dealership, who indicated that the engine had blown out due to oil sludge. This occurredbecause of a defect in the engine design.
The driver is using a quart of oil every 2 days.the oil light is on even after filling up with oil.
There have been several problems with my 2000 intrepid 2.7l. I have had to replace all the door lock motors at different times, starting all the way back from 1/8/04 and the final one was just this month (february.) i was having an issue with the car stalling out while i was driving it. Some times it would start back up while it was still coasting, other times it would take a long time before it would start again, leaving me sitting on the side of the road. When hooked up to a diagnostic machine it would not show what caused the malfunction. My mechanic had to change random censors until we found the correct one. Which turned out to be the crank sensor. This problem was occurring around february/march of 2007, with only 60,121 mileage when the first one was replaced. Then this past wednesday, 2/27/08, the engine started to make a knocking sound. We thought maybe it was due to the extremely cold weather we were having. It did not due it after the car was heated up. When i was driving home from picking up my kids today, friday 2/29/08, the engine started knocking very loudly and lost power. I did make it to my driveway but just barely. I still owe quite a bit for the car and now i don't have anything to drive and can't even trade the vehicle in. After searching the internet to try to find a replacement engine i have found that this is a very common thing with this engine. I have 73,945 miles on the car.
While driving, the engine started making a loud knocking noise and then vehicle began to vibrate. The engine stopped running and had to be towed.a rep. From the dealership came out to inspect the vehicle and indicated the engine failure was due to oil sludge build up which is a common failure with this size engine.
While starting up the vehicle would not start.the driver was unable to start.the vehiclewas towed to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the head gasket had blew and the engine needed replacing.please fill in additional information.
While driving, the engine began knocking. The consumer contacted the manufacturer.the consumer took the valve covers off and found the sludge.the timing chain tensioner was broke, no pressure to keep it tight.
First my tps sensor went out no car, 2 days; then my map sensor went out no car ,2 days; then oil leaked from the engine onto the starter causing it to stop working no car, 3 days; then the engine started knocking. I stopped driving it south holland dodge gave me a written estimate of 7000 no car, 17 days and counting.
While the vehicle was idling, the timing chain snapped without warning.the actual cause of the timing chain snapping has not been identified.the dealership was contacted. *nlm the dealer refused to help.(chrysler and dominion dodge refused to help as well) *sc
The vehicle stalled without warning.
Air came from the brake pedal , upon starting the vehicle and depressing the pedal. Consumer tapped the pedal and it felt frozen.mechanic upon inspection indicated that the brake boosterhad gone out. Vehicle was flat bedded to the dealership. Dealership kept the vehicle for 7 days, ran 3 diagnostic test, before replacing the brake booster. Within 10 miles of picking up and driving the vehicle from the dealership the engine light came on.the consumer pulled over add 3 quarts of oil and proceeding on.suddenly the transmission made a clung noise ,flowed by the engine stalling. The vehicle coasted to the side of the highway. The mechanic found metal filing in the oil.
I was on the interstate when the engine light came on.before i could reach my house it blew!the engine is ruined with no warning!the car had been serviced on a regular basis and i have proof of all services...accordingtothe dodge dealership, it was "sludge" and very common in the 2.7 liter engine!great...
Engine died in the middle of traffic, and would not restart. Vehicle wastowed to a mechanic.
While starting the vehicle it failed to start. Vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the engine blew out and needed to be replaced. Cooling system was not keeping the engine oil c ool enough, causing the oil to boil. This caused the primary tensioner to fail, resulting in engine malfunctioning. New engine costm$600.00 and primary tensioner $100.00.
Engine suddenly shut off at highway speed. Consumer had to merge slowly to the shoulder to avoid an accident. Took vehicle to the dealer, anddealer claimed there was sludge build up in the engine.
While driving, the consumer heard a rattling sound.the consumer took the vehicle into the mechanic and was told the engine was defective.the consumer proceeded to drive the vehicle home at 15 mph and the engine shut down.*tc
Dodge 2.7l timing chain broke due to engine oil sludge. 87,000 miles on the car with regular oil changes. Unfortunately with this engine it doesn't matter how often you change the oil. It's going to blow on you anyway. If this has happened to you contact impartial services group (isg) at (866) 332-3746. Apparently they will work with chrysler corp to get you a settlement out of court. I am in the process now and hope to get about $1800 out of them. It's still far short of the $3000 for a new engine. Also, i have learned that the 2.7 can be replaced with the 3.2 which my mechanic is looking into. If you put the 2.7 back in it will just happen again because it is a design defect with the engine. For more information see here http://www.dodgechryslerengineproblems.com/.
The vehicle stalled without warning.
Vehicle made a clicking noise,engine shut off, and would not restart.vehicle was towed to a mechanic.the mechanic determined thatthere was slug in motor, andmotor needed to be replaced.
(1)december 02, 2003.check engine light came on and car was taken to dealership for repair.dealer specified that the the cam sensor and ignition coil needed replacing and oil was being sent throught the pcv valve hose into the air box and throttle body.their repairs repairs included "cleaning out the oil", however no mention of known quality issues in the 2.7l engine, that would eventually result in engine failure.(2)august 11, 2004.while driving down interstate 75 in the detroit metro area, the check engine light came on and the engine died.i managed to navigate the car through interstate traffic and onto the shoulder without the engine and any power steering.(3) the car is currently non-functional and estimates for repairs have exceeded $7000.upon further investigation, i have discovered that the 2000 dodge intrepid 2.7l engine has known quality issues that result in engine failure.
I have a2000 dodge intrepid sedan se that's a 2.7engine i only have 70,000 miles on it. I was on the free way on i-70 w when the car suddenly stop on me . I had to pay for a towing theshop for repaired andi've been told that the engine isbad.
Dt:while driving the consumer heard a clattering noise then the vehicle stalled.the vehicle was towed to american engine of baton rouge.sludge build up caused the oil screen to become clogged an resulted in a blown engine.service mechanic stated oil screen was defected.when the engine failed, the steering wheel locked up along with the brakes.the failure was caused by a defect in the oil pan.the vehicle had gone off the road. *sc
While driving 40 mph, the vehicle stalled. The driver tried to restart the vehicle and was not able to do so. The vehicle was towed home. The consumer was informed by the dealer the that the engine needed to be replaced. Please provide further details.
I was driving home from my daughter's house when i started to hear a slight tick coming from the motor. Being only a 30 miles from home on a sunday i decided to drive it and have the car checked out on monday. I never made it. 5 miles from home i heard a pop and the car stalled and never started again. I had it towed to the garage that told me the motor was dead and it would cost me $4500 to $5500 to fix. The oil was like sludge even though i changed it every 3000 - 3500 miles like clockwork.
There was no warning as i was driving along the street and my car died and would not restart.i had it towed to hampton's auto.upon examining the car, he called and reported to me that my engine was gone.i had 82,000 miles on the engine and had changed my oil every 3,000 miles.i bought a used engine from bohannon's auto for $2,400 and paid $1,382 to bud's engine service to install it.i have been advised by several auto repairmen that this 2.7 engine is faulty.i have one more year of payments or i would not have repaired this automobile. I am very disappointed in the performance of a car that i intended to drive for several years more.
Vehicle has sludge build up in engine.*mr the vehicle died on the highway. Consumer thought the extended warranty would cover the replacement of a new engine. The mechanic informed the consumer the warranty wouldn't cover it as a result of "excessive sludge" and the work was estimated at $8712.37.*ph
I purchased a 2000 dodge intrepid 2 years ago. In nov 2001, after 1 year of owning the car, the engine sludged, started knocking, & quit. It has been sitting in a garage for 1 year because i do not have the $5000 to get it replaced, but i am still making payments on it. I changed the oil regularly also, but after speaking with numerous mechanics, they all said the same thing. Dodge engines are terrible, & unless you use high quality synthetic oil, & change the oil consistently every 3000 miles, it will sludge and break down. The dealership i purchased this car from did not inform me of this. I have also read numerous reports regarding the problems with this engine. I cannot believe that dodge has not recalled this engine. I understand that when you get the engine replaced now, it comes with a kit to be installed to prevent this from happening.*la
My intrepid only has 69900 approx miles on it. This problem started in april 22, 2005 with bad timing guides tensioner etc... The garage had to replace 2 tensioners to get one that was good.got it home andabout june 1it started making racket again and i had it towed, this time to the dodge dealership,whom i had been in contact with.they charged me 252$ to dig into the engine and see what was wrong.supposedly there was "gunk" in the oil pan that they said should have been cleaned out before installing the tensioner, and it needed a new timing chain. They wanted to charge me over $1000.00. So i pd $252 and had it towed back to the auto shop, because i had just paid them to do it already.altogether it cost me over $1200, not counting the rental car i had to pay for because all this nonsense took so long, so i could go to work. Well on july 11 i was driving it and it started making loud noises under the hood. Had it towed once again to the dodge dealership where i bought it new, and they said i need a new engine and it would cost around 5000.00 on the low side.he said all the parts i had just put in would have to be replaced.all these parts came from there, so i am stranded with a well maintained car with no engine.
While driving 45 mph, the engine stalled. The consumer managed to pull over and had the vehicle towed. Prior to the vehicle stalling the engine was pinging and knocking.no waring light illuminated indicating a failure.after the vehicle was towed it was checked by a technician.it was determined that teh vehicle was 1 1/2 quarts low on oil although the vehicles oil was changed 3 weeks prior.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.while driving 70 mph, the contact heard a knocking sound coming from the engine.suddenly, the vehicle stopped in the middle of the highway.he took the vehicle to a mechanic, but the cause of the failure could not be diagnosed.the mechanic could not determine if the failure originated from the top or bottom of the engine.the current and failure mileages were 136,000.
The mechanics were unable to correct the stalling/rough rideproblems.in attempts to repair the problems the dealer cleaned and replaced the spark plugs and replaced the fuel system.when the vehicle felt as if it were going to stall, the consumer smelled sulfur coming from the engine area and the check engine light illuminated. *scc*nlm
On mar 29th, 2003 my 2000 dodge intrepid check engine light came on and the vehicle began stalling.i took it to a local garage.after placing it on their computer, i was told the vehicles' cam sensor needed replaced.i also had the mechanic change the spark plugs.both of which had to be ordered through the dealer.$200 dollars later, i picked the vehicle up and drove approx. 5 miles before the same thing happened again.i took it back to the garage who advised me that i should have the dealership look into it.once at the dealership, i was told i need a crank sensor.another $200 dollars later, my wife picked the vehicle up, drove it no more than 2 blocks from the dealership where it stalled on her and my two children in the middle of us 52 in ohio.now, after not having my vehicle for almost a month, i am told by the dealership the timing chain might need replaced which will easily cost $300 labor for 6hr of work, and at least $200 for the new timing chain.in less than a month i will have spent at least $900 on a problem yet to be actually verified as the problem needing fixed. *nlm
While driving a knocking noise was heard from underneath. Consumer drove vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined engine needed to be replaced due to an oil build up.
While drivingat any speed consumer heard a noise coming through the engine.the vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the technician determined theneed for a new engine at consumer's expense of $8,800.the consumer checked the web site and found many similar complaints.there was also a loss of power.the vehicle was taken to the dealer and they suggested that there was a problem with the rod bearing. *sc
2000 dodge intrepid with 2.7l engine engine failure due to oil sludge buildup at 84,000 miles.
Dt*:the contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle the engine would not start.the vehicle was towed to the dealership for inspection.upon inspection, the dealership determined the engine needed to be replaced however, no repairs have been made.the manufacturer was notified.updated 03/09/06.
Initially my 2000 dodge intrepid began making a clanking noise under the hood as i was driving about 30mph.i have always maintained regular oil changes of 3000 miles or less, but when i checked the oil, it was about a quart low (which it had not ever been low before.)when i opened the crankcase to add oil, the cap was full of sludge.i took the car in to have the engine flushed with oil, replaced the oil and filter, and also had lucas added to the engine.the noise continued.i then took the car to my mechanic.it was determined that the timing belt tensioner had to be replaced.all parts were ordered directly from chrysler.less than 125 miles later, the noise began again.i took the car back to my mechanic.he contacted chrysler, then, per chrysler, added two separate additives to the crankcase.this was supposed to make the tensioner work properly.however, the noise continued to get worse in the few days that followed.(i was told to drive the car to see if these additives would work.)the engine stopped without warning.i had the car towed to my mechanic.he eventually was able to determine that the engine failed due to low oil pressure.after notifying chrysler, i had tohave the car towed to the local dealership for a diagnostics.the dealership said that the rod bearings were bad and the engine has to be replaced.the dealership says it will be $5400 for a new engine.i do not have the money to get this fixed.i have already spent $1300 on the engine plus the cost oftwo tows.i still owe on this car and cannot use it.the car only has 39k miles on this original engine.i will never drive, rent, or own another dodge or chrysler vehicle again because i truly believe that chrysler knows that they have a serious problem with these engines and have no integrity to make it right.
My car engine on a 2000 dodge intrepid 2.7 engine blew a motor.
I purchased a 2000 doge intredpid with the 2.7l engine.it was nothing but constant problems and almost got me killed.i was having engine problems and on the way to the shop, the motor locked as i was pulling out on the highway.i was almost hit multiple times before i was able to get it pushed to the side of the road.the motor had 71kdon't buy a chrysler.
Engine seized up while driving down the road.the engine started making a horrible banging noise.right away, i knew it was a bad engine sound, so i pulled over.i had it towed to a repairman who told me the engine was gone and i needed a new one.he, also, told me of all the other 2.7 engines he has been replacing in the last few years.i contacted chrysler/daimler to get help from them.they said thanks for the input but there was nothing they could do.i will never buy dodge again...neither will anyone in my family.we had our oil changed every 3-5,000 miles and kept up the car.it never should have seized like that.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving wife heard a knocking sound in the engine. Several minutes later when stopping at a red light the vehicle stalled and would not restart. The vehicle wastowed to an independent repair shop. Diagnostic testing was performed. The repair personnel confirmed the engine was filled with sludge and the engine would have to be replaced.
Engine failure due to oil sludge; engine had to be replaced by the dealer at a cost of $3500.
My engine has sludge build up. My ex-husband and my 2 mechanics have all taken classes offered by dodge because of the defects in their 2.7l engine. They were told by a chrysler instructor during a training class for 5 star mechanics/dealerships that chrysler has identified 8items needing upgradesin regards to the 2.7l engine and that the engine was faulty from the manufacturer. I have lifetime oil changes with the dealership that i bought my car from. I take it in regular according to my owner's manual. Two days before i parked it (one week after my routine oil change) my car had a rattling sound from under the hood. I took it to my mechanic, he told me the above information. I went to my other mechanic and my ex-husband and all agreed with the above information.
Dt: the contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid. The vehicle has a knocking noise coming from the engine. The contacthad this problem before. The first time the dealership had to replace the engine. It was done under warranty. They keptcar for one month and took pictures of the car,and did not supplythe contact with a rental car. Currently,the engine needed to be replaced again. Warranty expired, and the contact willhave to pay for it. The dealership did not know why theenginehad to be replaced excessively.the dealership will not look at the vehicle becausethe warranty expired. The dealership did not tell her that they put a new engine in before she had to contact chrysler, and they told her they replaced it. The first timecar broke down at 45,000 miles, and they only gave her 1 year warranty.now at 54,000 miles the engine needed to be replaced again. The car was over warranty andmileage, butnew engine has not been in that long and didnot have a lot of miles on it.
While driving 60 mph vehicle stalled.consumer managed to pull over, and had the vehicle towed.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.while driving 5 mph the contact heard a loud noise near the engine.the dealer stated that the failure wascaused by the timing chain,and therewassludge build up inside the engine.no repairs have been made to the vehicle.the current and failure mileage were 94,000.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.while driving 55 mph, the vehicle began making a loud noise.the contact drove directly to her mechanic, who stated that there was sludge in the cylinder and the entire bottom half of the engine.additionally, the timing chain was stretched and failed.the powertrain was unknown.the current mileage was 32,114 and failure mileage was 32,110.
Engine failure on 2.7 litre engine in a 2000 dodge intrepid. I was driving on a 100km speed limit highway when i had engine failure. There was no place to get off safely so pulled over to the right as far as i could. Still traffic had to steer around my dead vehicle causing an unsafe road condition which could have ended in a bad or fatal way. There is a design flaw with this engine with many complaints registered with different entities designed to collect this information. The maker refuses to acknowledge the flaw and compensate in one form or another. This engine make is a safety hazard and the maker should be made accountable.
On february 2, 2004 car began to make a clacking noise - sounded like oil was not getting into the crankcase.had car towed to a mechanic the next day.timing chain broke when mechanic started the car to diagnose.diagnosed as engine sludge problem - mechanic said that he has seen this problem on this type of engine at much lower mileages.need to replace the engine - approximately $5000.
Premature engine failure.*la
Engine failed at 39,000 miles due to sludge.
Had oil changed at 73,000 miles.within a few weeks oil light started flickering.oil levels were okayengine began to knock at 5000 rpm.one week later engine failed on highway almost causing major accident.
While driving, vehicle shut off without warning.car was running fine.car would not restart and had to be towed.engine must be replaced.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 45 mph on a city street, there was a loud, banging noise coming from the engine compartment followed by the engine stalling.the contact coasted the vehicle to the side of the road.the engine did restart, but the banging sound was present.the vehicle was towed to a dealer who determined the engine failed and a rod was fractured.the manufacturer was not notified.
2000 dodge intrepid engine failure twice.replaced engine at less than 50, 000 miles with another dodge engine. It failed at 118,000 same problem.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.while driving approximately 25 mph on normal road conditions, the engine failed without warning.roadside assistance was called to the scene and the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic.the mechanic stated that the failure was related to an engine lock-up.currently, the vehicle is inoperable and has not been repaired.the contact was concerned of the safety risk involved.the failure and current mileages were 128,000.
Shortly after purchasing vehicle it started experiencing engine problems.consumer said that it was making weird rattling noises.after a number of inspections by a mechanic, the sound was due to lack of oil pressure. *la the engine started racing and making a louder noise.the mechanic determined that it was the tensioner which was replaced.on another occasion the vehicle chugged and was impossible to steer and would barely move.the consumer was told that the vehicle needed a new engine.there were other vehicles with the same engineproblems. *sc
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.while driving 45 mph, the vehicle shut off without warning.the contact heard a noise which sounded like rocks were in the engine.the vehicle was towed to a local mechanic who stated that the vehicle needed a new engine.the vin, purchase date, and number of cylinders were unknown.the current and failure mileages were 148,000.
1) 2000 dodge intrepid with 2.7l v6 engine purchased used in late 2002.in 2004, developed slight rattle noise at hard accelleration.checked with dodge dealer repair shop, who explained it as needing premium gas and that it was common to hear this noise.2) feb 1, 2005: wife was driving car home from work when engine began to have a metallic loud noise like a noisy valve lifter.vehicle was taken immediately to dealership for evaluation.mileage was 56002.3) dealership evaluated failure as spun #1 rod bearing.additional damage to timing chain guides with tensioner at maximum travel.metallic particulate present in upper oil passages of engine.inspection of oil pan revealed no indication of sludge present in oil as noted in typical failures of this type for this engine.car has not been repaired at present due to significant cost required to fix, which was quoted at approximately $6500.00.
Total engine failure.
Without any warning, oil light etc, my 2000 dodge intrepid would not start. All was fine before this incident. Service station informed me of timing chain problem and oil sludge build-up due to imperfect 2.7 motor. I was also advised to not fix the problem because this motor is a piece of junk. Car only has 57,000 miles.
Dt: dodge 2.7l enginefailed. About two weeks after the vehicle was purchased from a private owner the rods in the engine began knocking.the vehicle is a 2000 dod intrepid.
While driving my vehicle i heard an unusual sound coming from under the hood when i raised the hood i couldn't see anything visibly wrong. I contacted my mechanic who told me the upper end of the engine is not receiving enough oil and he called it "oil starvation to the upper end of the motor" he also noticed that the car has a blue smoke coming from the exhaust. He told me that the engine is going to lock up if i continue to drive the vehicle. He also stated that the cost to replace the engine would be between $6000.00 and $6800.00. I currently owe $6000.00 on the vehicle and also the retail amount on the vehicle is below the amount to repair. My 2000 dodge intrepid only has 63233 miles. I have maintained proper maintenance on the vehicle. We have been changing the oil very 60 days or 3000 miles which ever comes first. I drive 70 miles per day to and from work and with the vehicle sitting in the garage and not being able to use it is making things very difficult not only for me and my husband but it causing problems with my employer.
My 2.4l 4 cyl engine in my dodge intrepid failed while i was driving at night.apparently the timing chain failed which leads to the valves being crunched and the rods bent because of the close tolerances used in this engine.the car had to be pulled to the side of the road and it was inorperable, and the engine had to be replaced at considerable expense.
Consumer complained about engine problem. Sludge was found at the base of the engine. Consumer feared that the engine will stop working.consumer stated that the vehicle was being properly maintained.
I had a beautiful black 4 door intrepid that i maintained very well and at the bank it started to knock and by the time i got 2 miles to my repair shop it was done. I had the guys tear it apart and fix the problem to the tune of almost a $1,000.00. It was my only car and i just bought it so i had no choice but being a single mother of 3 kids it put a major dent in my pocket.at the repair shop they suggested i get rid of it considering they could not guarantee how long it was going to last but couldn't afford to do that at the time.4 months later it was back in the repair shop they fixed it again and bought me a for sale sign.needless to say less then a month later it seized up, the people at the repair shop made me leave it there and took me home. They put it up for sale at their lot but in the end i couldn't make payments on something i couldn't drive and gave it back to the bankthey are still trying to sell it at the auction.loved my car but it ruined my credit with all the extra repair bills i had to make on it, wish it could have been fixed the first time.
I have a 200o dodge intrepid.i am a maintenance freak, oil is always changed.on 10/10/05 i was driving my car and i started seeing the oil light flicker, i pulled over and the engine sounded terrible.oil was full.i proceeded to the closest mechanic and they told me the engine would blow soon and there was no fixing it, it would have to be replaced he would not work on the car so i asked him if it would hurt to drive, he said no, it was terminal engine failure.so i proceeded to dodge, where 5 miles later it blew.i never had any more than 8 miles of notification from the light on the dash.i bought another engine. 2100.00 later it runs, but they say this engine in horrible.i tried to trade it and they wouldn't even give me 1300.00, less than what i owe on the car.
I have a 2000 dodge intrepid.i was driving home from work.engine started making noise.stopped at a light in traffic and engine failed and would not start.i was in the center lane of a three lane highway with traffic passing on either side.was unable to even get out of my car.a police car pulled up behind and put his lights on and was able to push me to the side of the road.i then called a tow truck.it was frightening and dangerous situation.i was unable to pay for the repairs or trade the car in.i was forced to purchase another car and still pay off the remainder of the intrepid.
I purchased a 2000 dodge intrepid on 3-28-03.the car had 58000 miles at purchase, was checked out by a mechanic and seemed to be a very good reliable car with service records.i had no trouble, other than theair conditioner not blowing cool air, until 2 weeks ago i noticed a very light ticking sound during acceleration.i have changed the oil twice and now have 62000 miles on it.i took the car to 2 different mechanics both of which did not do internal work and was afraid to diagnose car if they could not fix it. I took the vehicle to the dodge dealer and was told i needed a new timing belt andrepair would run me $1,600.i was upset with the cost and before i agreed to let the dealer repair my vehicle they assured me that i was getting out cheap and if i repaired the car immediately i would not need a new motor.after a week in the shop, the dealer called me back to say i had a blown motor (even though i had drivable car when i left it) and repair costs would exceed $6,000.i still owe $6,200 on a car i have only made 4 payments on to date.i am a working mother with 2 small children and this is our primary source of transportion.after doing a little research on my own i have found that regarding the 2.7 liter engines this problem is more common than not.i have talked to 2 local salvage parts dealers and was told by both that these engines are in very high demand.when i spoke with the daimler chrysler customer service rep i was told that chrysler was aware of the problem but since they have not been forced to recall the product they are under no obligation to repair the problem.so now i am left without the transportation that i will be paying on for the next 2 1/2 years.i amfinancially devastated with no transportation and chrysler knows they are pettling junk with the 2.7 liter engine.i feel violated as a consumer that trusted what once was one of the "big 3".if anyone reading this has had similar problems or suggestions please contact me at [email protected].
Dt*: the contact stated while stopped at a red light, the vehicle stalled and would not restart. The vehicle was towed into the local dealership were the dealer determined the head gasket, tensioner, cam shaft sensor and timing chain needed to be replaced. After repairs were made, the owner drove the vehicle one mile away from the dealership, and the vehicle proceeded to stall again. The vehicle was towed back to the dealership for additional repairs. The dealer determined the engine had a complete failure due to sludge build up and would have to be replaced.......
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.on two separate occasions, while driving approximately 45 mph, the oil pressure gauge dropped.the check engine warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel.the vehicle completely shut off and restarted after approximately 30 minutes.the vehicle made knocking sounds and began smoking after it was restarted.the current and failure mileages were 136,000.
We lust purchased a used 2000 dodge intrepid it had 105,000 miles on it , it was in great condition until may 21,2010, i was on my way to my parents house and the car starting making funny noises and it just cut off with us, we tried to start it back but it failed, had it looked at, they are telling me it needs a new engine, needless to say the cost is outrageous!!!!!! i love my car, but as i read on the internet there is alot of engine problems with the 2.7l engines, is there any thing that can be done about this?
Whilst driving the vehicle home from work along a busy highway i suddenlylost all engine power.the steering, braking and allassociated systems failed with no warning.the vehicle became heavy and inoperable and i managed to swerve off the highway onto the shoulder, where the vehicle eventually ground to a halt.the vehicle was towed to a repair shop and it has been determined that the engine which isa 2.7 litre will need to be replaced entirely and the cost will be approximately $6,000.the car was bought new 5 years ago, regularly serviced and has only 70,000 miles on it.i would like dodge to replace the engine at their cost since i understand this engine failure is apparently becomming common!!
Car engine locked up while driving my car, at 55 mph. I was very lucky that i had no traffic behind me. I came to a complete stop at the side of the road and had my car towed to a local garage. And i was told that the engine of my intrepid is dead. The problem is sludge build up in the engine. I just replaced this engine 1 year ago and only use synthetic oil. This engine only has 30k miles on it.
I have a 2000 dodge intrepid with 52000 miles. I recently this car has been staling, sometimes on a freeway. It has also been driving rough. When i took it into a dodge dealership, i was told they need to place a rail on a chain to prevent a rattling noise. $400 was the quote. I told them to start work on it. Later they called and told me there was sludge on the motor and it must be replaced. $7000!!! they also told me they can not put the motor back in. That it would not start. They (oakland dodge in madison hts, mi) also told me that i have not been changing my oil regularly. This is a false accusation, however i do not have oil change receipts. I have also changed my own oil several times. I am now stuck with a rental car until i can afford $7000.
2000 dodge intrepid with approx 46,000 miles on it.prior to failure everything seems normal.driving 35 mph engine begins to tick very loudly.am able to stopat my destination and return home.once home and inspecting the noise have to have the car towed to the dealership following day.the engine has failed due to sludge and is not covered under the extended warranty.nothing has been done to correct the failure as of yet as they want $7200.00 to replace the faulty 2.7 liter engine.i still owe on the car and it is dead @ a mere 46,000 miles.
Timing chain broke and valves were damaged, which (according to mechanics) virtually is unheard of on such a late model car.not only are mechanics refusing to repair the problem (because of the type of engine), they are saying i will probably need a new engine (upwards of $3500 in cost).several mechanics expressed that they have seen several people with this problem who have the 6 cylinder, 2.7 liter engine on this year, make and model of car.basically, i was told that working on this problem with this type of car is a big headache, and "they won't touch it".why hasn't this problem been recalled?
The consumer experienced a problem with the engine. The consumer was driving at approximately 20 mph and the vehicle just shut down. The consumer had the vehicle towed to an after market garage and was informed that it was due to sludge build up which is why the engine seized up.provide further details.
Engine and transmission and a/c failure of dodge intrepids.
Dt*:the contact stated while driving 65 mph the vehicle stalled without warning.the vehicle was moved off the road and towed to the dealer.it was determined to have engine sludge and the engine needed to be replaced.updated 05/22/06- the consumer maintained that he had regular oil changes performed on the vehicle.
(1) i was driving my 2000 dodge intrepid and a clicking noise began to come from the engine area. The clicking noise proceeded to get louder and louder at which point i parked the car in a parking lot and called a relative to pick me up. I originally purchased this previously owned vehicle from carmax in 2001 with 20,000 miles. The car now has 80,000 miles and has received regular maintenance.(2) i had my vehicle towed to a local shop and was informed the engine needed to be replaced due to sludge buildup in the engine. Two other local shops also suggested replacing the engine due to the same reason. I was further notified that many people have had the same engine problem with this vehicle and that there should be a recall for this problem.(3) currently, i am getting engine replaced with remanufactured engine for around $4,900.
While driving home april 20, 2005 my car began sputtering and stalled out. I got it home and called my mechanic to come over and check it out. He immediately told me that i had a rod knock, and that i needed to replace the cam sensor. On april 22, 2005 i had the sensor installed, $37.00 for part. The car was then driven approximately 15 miles and the knocking in the engine got increasingly worse until it went bang and would no longer run. The engine had thrown a rod. Now we are looking at a replacement engine, at an approximate cost of $3,500.00 to $5,000.00. This for a vehicle with only 44,000 miles. It should be just breaking in at this point, not breaking down, especially from a blown engine. This vehicle has been properly maintained, having had the oil changed regularly at 2,500-3,000 miles.i have seen several postings regarding this engineering fault created by chrysler in the 2.7 litre engine and it would seem that the manufacturer should do something to offset the major expense caused by their design.
The rack and pinion was replaced at 24,000 miles and was covered by warranty.the rack and pinionfailed again at 39000 miles and had to pay a $300.00 deductible. Also the valve cover gaskets leaked.
I own a 200 dodge intrepid that has been in the shop since march 28, 2004. The initial diagnosis was sludge in the engine (cylinder head, tensioner to the timing chain) the warranty company refused to pay. I agreed to the 1500 repair. After the repair then they say the oil pump is broke and the warranty company pays for that. After that is replaced they call and state that the valves are bent. After six weeks, the service manager states that he told the warranty company that he recommended that the engine be replaced. I was never told about an engine replacement until then and i let the service manager know that at this point i feel that they did not know what they were doing and that i would have removed my car from the shop. Well my car is still at ewald automotive this day i brought a replacement car at an auction on may 8, 2004. My son has talked with the general manager who stated that he was not aware of the problem. Although nice, he has not done anything to remedy this dilemma. I have since done research on the net and have found a lot of the same story with the car. I did email chrysler on the onset of this problem asking why no warning. The response from them was that the car was not equipped to give me a warning.
While driving down the road at approximately 25 mph vehicle stalled. Vehicle had to be towed to dodge dealership.
My oil light would blink on and off when i was stopped at a red light.the car only has 102,000 miles on it and the engine started to knock really loud.i have taken it to a garage to see about getting it fixed but will need a new engine.with what i still owe on the car and the price of these engines (they are hard to find because so many people have needed to replace them) it is not even worth getting fixed at this point.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.while in motion the vehicle produced a knocking noise in the engine compartment.the vehicle shut off and was towed.the mechanic diagnosed the noise as the tensioner failing.the vehicle was also found to have sludge in the engine, and a new onewas needed.the vehicle has not been repaired.the current and failure mileage were 98,099.
Dt:while driving in a snow storm the engine failed in the middle of the road. One month prior to this engine failed while getting an oil change.the mechincenoticed that there was sludge in oil. Had it towed home, andconsumerwastold the engine was too small for this car.
My car suddenly began to stall.i drove it to the dealer today.it stalled several times on a busy road on the way to the dealer.luckily, the car was followed by someone who was giving me a ride home.the dealer told me that my car, a 2000 dodge intrepid, had an engine full of sludge and needed to be replaced for $7300.chrysler will only help if i can provide proof of oil changes every 3000 miles. I did change the oil regularly but often had it done here at home and have no such proof.this stalling was dangerous and could have resulted in an accident.
I have had a problem with sludge build up in the oil since i bought the car. I have had the engine flushed, had regular oil changes with premium oil and maintenance with no avail. On december 15, 2005 my engine locked up on me while driving almost causing me to have an accident. Now i must pay $5000 for a rebuilt motor on a car that only had 111,000 miles on it.
Sitting in traffice when oil light came on. Immediatly pulled into parking lot and turned off car.blown engine. Company said it was due to sludge in engine even though i changed the oil regulary. Called chrysler about the warrenty and they refuse to replace it because of lack of maintanance. Was treated rudly and cussed at by thier customer service rep.can't afford the 6500 dollars to replace it.
At my latest oil change, the guy doing the oil change said that there was some sludge in the oil.i had him flush the system as a part of the oil change.now, just a month later, my wife tells me the intrepid has started making a loud rattlling noise.i went to go check it out and couldn't get the car to start.i had the car towed to a service station and they told me that the engine is probably totalled and will need to be replaced.i haven't had it towed to the dealer yet as i really don't want to spend another $200 getting the car towed there and having a diagnostic to find out what i already know.daimler chrysler really needs to do right by their cars.i spoke with them and they said i'd have to provide proof that i've been having the oil changed every 3000 miles.even then, they said i'd have to prove that the service station was reputable and used high quality oil.basically they said i was screwed.thanks dodge. *la
While driving 60 mphengine failed. Dealer stated the engine heads blew out,and needed to be replaced.
2000 dodge intrepid with 60,000 miles started knocking, then changed oil (had run synthetic life of car) and it was sludge. Then, a few weeks later car died and showed oil light when off; making loud rod knocking noise. Cannot drive. Needs $5,000 engine, and still owe chrysler for 3 years.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.while driving 30 mph, the vehicle shut off.the vehicle was towed to a local mechanic shop and they stated that the failure was caused by antifreeze mixing with engine oil.no repairs have been made to the vehicle.the current and failure mileages were 100,000.
The engine on my 2000 dodge intrepid just died on the highway.
Dt: the contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid. The engine failed which spun a rod bearing into the engine. This happened on august 8, 2005. The dealership stated this wouldcost $600 to repair it. He has spoken to several other people that stated chrysler was having problems with the 2.7l engines and were not doing anything about this problem. The dealership stated that the engine failed due to sludge build up and not changing the oil like he should. The current mileage on the vehicle was 60,000 miles. Hekept up on the maintenance, however he didnot have service invoices available.
As i drove south-bound on interstate 95 (in maryland) i noticed my oil light blinked 2 times; a short time later, i heard a tapping sound under the hood.
Whiledriving down the highway, the consumer's husband heard a clicking noise and then the vehiclecut off and would not restart.the consumer's husband had the vehicle towed to the mechanic, who determined that the engine failed.the consumer had to purchase a new engine for the vehicle.the mechanic suggested that the problem was with engine sludge build up due to the exhaust going through the engine because the catalytic converter was under the engine instead of under the vehicle. *sc
Engine began making a loud knocking noise.i took it to four different places and was told anything from a lifter problem to a new engine was needed due to sludge build-up and the timing chain tensioner.i have been in touch with chrysler and they said they did not have a recall on the engine and could do nothing at this time.i have only had the vehicle for about three months.oh!! this is a 2000 dodge intrepid with a 2.7l engine.
2000 dodge intrepid, 2.7l engine failure, timing chains, crank shaft, that is a continual problem on these engines.
Re: gunn dodge s169880404. Soon after the "service check engine light" illuminated, the consumer learned the engine had to be replaced.the dealership was contacted and their response was that they couldn't do anything because it had been three years. The consumer noted her complaint and there was no reason why a three year old vehicle needed to have the engine replaced.*ph*tc
Engine blown at 48,500 miles.was told it was the 2.7 engine that sludge had built up in it even though we maintained it regularly.cost about $6,000 when was said and done. We contacted chrysler as we heard they were having problems with this engine and that they are aware but refused to help in anyway.rude! we were told this engine needed oil changed every 1,500 - 2000 miles to keep from sludging up.. This is not right...*nlm
Motor blew while i s was driving causing me to almost go into the ditch .i lost all power and then it had to push it away from the highway.i then find out the warrenty magicaly does not cover it and diamond crysler was not helpfull at all.. I have proof that the moters are faulty made ...please help me.
Dt:there was a persistent noise coming from the vehicle.the consumer thought it was the engine. The consumer had not even travelled a mile when this happened and was going 45 mph. The consumer pulled over to a garage when the noise began and took the keys out of the ignition. Themechanic at the garagethought it was the engine or the timing chain.
Sludge problem in engine of 2000 dodge intrepid. *mrthe consumer was told that a new engine was needed.the consumer had taken the vehicle in for routine maintenance/oil changes.the consumer had heard engine knocking. *scc
I am a 35 year old woman who was travelingwith my mentally challenged and autistic daughter from ohio to missouri.while nearing indianapolis, in. My 2000 dodge intrepid it started "ticking" very loudly and then would not go over 40 mph.i pulled off on the median where my car just died as i was trying to slow down to stop.this was the most terrifying, inconvenient and costly experience.my autistic daughter was screaming while we waited for help.i spent my entire vacation calling the dodge dealer where my car was towed, my extended warranty company and rental car places.i first spoke with the dodge dealer who informed me that my engine was "blown" and it would cost me $8800.00.they informed me that my engine was full of "sludge".i then called my extended warranty place to make sure they were going to cover the damages.i was then informed that i needed to prove to them that i had my oil changed every 3,000 miles.i then spent the remainder of that day calling the three different places back in my hometown that i took my car trying to get proof faxed that i did get my oil changed every 3,000 miles.once this was accomplished i was informed that my warranty would not cover the $8800.00 but would only pay the nada value of the car which was $2650.00.i then spent the next few days calling around trying to find someone who would rebuild my engine for $2650.00.that i found was impossible.i called around to junk yards to see if they would buy the car.after several calls, the most i was offered was $150.00.i was informed by one junk yard employee that my car was not worth anything because "the engine is the only thing worth getting from those cars" and that he had 12 other intrepid's sitting in his yard with the same problems i had. I was so stressed out over my car situation that i cut my vacation short.this entire situation was the biggest nightmare with my autistic daughter and has not only stressed me out but left me with no car.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.while driving 30 mph, the contact heard a knocking sound coming from the engine.the contact shut the engine off and was unable to restart the vehicle.the vehicle was towed to a mechanic, who stated that the vehicle needed a new engine.the current and failure mileages were 62,000.
While driving 30 mphengine failed. As a result, consumer had to get the vehicle towed. The consumer indicated that dodge is aware of a defect in their 2.7l engines.apparently the oil does not circulate properly and sludge builds up in the engine.
Vehicle stalled in the middle of the intersection. Engine must be replaced.
Vehicle is leaking coolant from the release valve located behind the radiator. Please send in further information.
Dt*:the contact stated the check oil light illuminated however, when the accelerator pedal was depressed the light went off.there was a knocking sound coming from the engine.after inspecting the vehicle the dealership found the engine needs to be replaced.
Last week i was exiting the highway on an off-ramp and noticedthe engine had stalled.it was running great one second and the next second it just quit with no warning!i had it towed to a mechanic for service and was informed that my engine needed to be replaced.the mechanic said that it looked like a bomb went off in my engine and he was not sure of the cause but it was most likely because the timing chain broke.
Vehicle stalled while driving.driverwas unable to restart vehicle, and had it towed to the dealer. Mechanic determined that the engine needed to be replaced.
The check engine light sensor was replaced at 29709 miles.at 31900 miles the oil light sensor was replaced.both said to be faulty.on frievemar 14, 2008 with 39,250 mileage & with no warning, the engine began making a terrible clanking noise.the oil cap was full of sludge.i had the timing chain tensioner replaced.the tensioner failed after 11 days.my mechanic, per chrysler, put in 2 additives to make the tensioner work properly.only days laterthe engine seized.i had the car towed to the dealership where they determined the engine had to be replaced.it would cost me $5400.chrysler was "kind enough" to offer me a new engine for $3500.i was able to prove with receipts that the oil & filter had been changed 5 times in less than 10,000 miles.i do not have the money to have this car fixed.when i spoke to carol, a rep at the chrysler corp, trying to make her understand my frustration about this issue, she had the audacity to tell me that i"needed to take responsibility for the problems in my own life."this problem was not something i brought on myself.incidentally, if the car had to have both the "check engine" light &the "oil sensor" light replaced, why did neither give me any warning of a problem?
Dt:had to replace 2.7 liter e engine with 54000 miles on vehicle. Had a totally different engine put in the vehicle. The vehicle was stalling and the timing chain broke. After a field adjuster cameto the dealership they recommended it be replaced. The engine went out on april 8, 2003.
While driving 40 mph, the vehicle stalled.the driver was able to avoid a collision and get the vehicle to the side of the road.the dealer determined that the engine must be replaced.please provide further details.*ph
While driving at 45 mph consumer heard a rattling noise. Engine blew out.this was caused by sludge due to oil build up, per dealership.also,dealershipindicated thatoil build up was caused by lack of oil change. Vehicle had regular oil changes every 3500 miles.
While driving the engine produced a loud knocking noise.as a result the engine needed to be replaced. The cause has not been determined. Please provide additional information.
Dt*: the contact stated when the vehicle was started; the engine was chugging and would not accelerate properly while traveling 30 mph.the vehicle was taken to the nearest repair shop.after six weeks, diagnostics and physical inspection showed a valve part may have fallen into the motor causing damage and there was a severe sludge problem requiring the engine to be replaced.the service dealer bought the vehicle from the contact.the manufacturer was not alerted.
I have experienced the well-documented problem with the failure of the 2.7l engine in dodge intrepid. Timing chain tensioner failed on start, timing chain slipped and bent all intake valves. Total engine replacement required.
My vehicle just had the oil changed before my husband and i took a trip out of state.when we returned my vehicle stalled before going into second gear and the engine began knocking.we have taken my car to a mechanic and the estimated cost of repair is around $5,000.
While driving 20 mph vehicle stalled. Driverwas not able to restart vehicle , an dit was towed to driver's house.the cause had not been determined.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.while driving 50 mph, the contact heard a banging sound coming from the engine and the vehicle began to lose power.the vehicle did not shut off during the failure.prior to the failure, she noticed that the vehicle would lose power while beiing driven.the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed for complete engine failure.the current and failure mileages were 63,000.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.while driving 30 mph, the vehicle began to shake.the vehicle was pulled over and towed.the dealer stated that the engine needed to be replaced, but had not determined the cause of failure.the engine was previously replaced due to sludge build-up.the current and failure mileages were 74,000.updated 09/18/07.
I have a defective 2.7 l engine in my car. I had just pulled into a driveway when it quit. The timing chain guides broke, and there was so much sludge in the engine it looked like the oil had never been changed. I have always had my oil changed every 3000 miles. I had the engine steamed 7 months prior to this incident for sludge buildup. I also spent around 2000.00 having every single sensor replaced, as well as all of the hoses in the engine and transmission. I had to have the steering line fixed less than 2 months after i purchased the vehicle. I had no idea that there were so many people with the same engine problems as i have had out of this car. I have lost my job, and my children have missed so many doctor and dentist appointments that i have lost count i still owe 2 years on this car, but how do you pay for something that has turned out to be america's biggest death trap when you can't keep it running?
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 40 mph, the engine ran sporadically and hesitated.a bluish smoke was noticed coming from the exhaust. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who determined the engine needed to be replaced. Updated 1/19/2007 -
I have a 2000 dodge intrepid with a 2.7 engine.at 96000 miles i have experienced engine problems.the dealership where i took it to be repaired said that there was a problem with the 2.7 engine and said that i should have the engine replaced at a cost of $5000.00.they did not advise me to try to fix the existing motor because of a problem with oil sludge build up.
Dt*: the contact stated the engine would not start after multiple attempts.there were no warning lights illuminated to indicate a failure.the vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop, who determined the engine had seized, and needed to be replaced.the manufacturer was alerted.
I have a 2000 dodge intrepid with a 2.7l v6 engine.the vehicle was properly maintained and only has 44,000 miles on it and never traveled farther than 300 miles on any trip.i stopped the vehicle at a local store and when i returned it would not start.the vehicle was towed to a local garage who would not work on it because they expected it to be the timing chain which they said was a common occurance with this model due to a design deficiency.the car was towed to the dealer who confirmed that the timing chain broke and the engine was full of sludge and would have to be replace.this is unbelievable for a car with only 44000 miles.i have researched the nhts site and have found hundreds of similar reports for the same engine.my lawyer has recommended we begin a class action suit.
Engine is bad. Loud knocking. Originally thought it was main seal that went out but upon further investigation and several mechanics, the engine is gone. Second thought was the oil pump went bad, no luck there either. No known reason for engine to go out and no warning signs. No "check engine" lights or anything else. Car has less than 52,500 miles. Up to this i never had any problems with the vehicle, other than the weather stripping around all four doors keep coming off, even after it was replaced at dealership.
My daughter owns a 2000 dodge intrepid with the 2.7l engine. It was acting up on her and on her way to the dealer it stopped running. After their mechanics worked for two hours just to get it into the shop they said the engine was seized and she would need a new one.
On, april 13th, 2006 while driving down interstate 75; my 2000 dodge intrepid began making a knocking noise. I was traveling in rush hour traffic and immediately following the knocking noise the car began to loose power. I was attempting to move my car to the nearest emergency lane when the engine quit and locked up. After causing a major traffic jam i was able to get my car off the road. The tow truck operator who came to pick up my car stated that the intrepid with the 2.7l engines have a defect and i would need to file a complaint. He stated that his company could put a rebuilt engine in the car, it would cost 4500.00. But he suggested just getting another vehicle. He said it is an engine problem and even a new engine would have the same problem. I was fortunate to not have my two young children in the car when this happened and that i was not injured when my car suddenly stopped while every other vehicle around me was traveling at 65 mph.
Dodge intrepid 2000 with 58,000 miles on it, has engine failure.was told the timing chain broke, needs cylinder heads, valves and rods replaced.extended warranty company is giving the dealer a hard time about fixing the problem.looks like the car will need a new engine.very disgusted with chrysler and their lack of ownership on a problem they know occurs (friend is a mechanic for dodge, says this is a very common problem that chrysler is aware of).i have a small child and fortunately the engine died in the driveway and not on the highway with him in the car.don't even want to think of the tragedy that could have caused.chrysler needs to be responsible for their engine troubles.i have been reading a lot of postings and this is not an uncommon problem.it looks like it happens more often than not.bought this car used in 2003, still owe 3 years of payments. *nlm
I was driving to work in connecticut. I was in heavy traffic just past the george washington bridge when my 2000 dodge intrepid car stalled and overheated. I manged to pull off the road safely at about exit 12 in the bronx after waiting 3 hours for a tow truck, one finally show up (from autorama towing). I was towed to their car shop. Upon arrival at their shop they asked me what happened with the car. I went on to explain what happened. The car stalled temperarily and the temperature needle climbed quickly to hot. Luckily imanaged to get off to the side on the highway after struggling with the steering wheel. I waited for awhile to let the car cool off and then tried to start the car. It didn't. The car was disabled. It was not drivable at that point. The only recourse was towing. At firsty the car shop mechanic diagnosed the car as having a cracked thermostat housing cover. And that the themostat had seized from overheat. The mechanic proceeded to do the repairjob. Upon his completion (as he was getting ready to turn the car over to me) he called me over and said, i have bad news. He told me that the engine was also damaged. At first he tried to turn on the car, and it did momentarily but then it stalled. He proceeded to show me that the engine oil and antifreeze had mixed so much that the engine seized. At this point i was told that the engine was unusable and needed replacement. I had the car towed back home in staten island where i got a second opinion to confirm that my engine was not useable and had to be replaced. I am now in the process of doing that at my cost. Not a cheap thing to do, not to mention that safety worries and aggravations i've experienced. As a consumer i don't claim to know alot about cars, but in my opinion this engine has gone bad prematurely and is unreliable.
While drivingat 55 mphengine failed without warning. Dealer refused to giveconsumer any type of information regarding enginedefect. Failure occurred while consumer was driving on a busy highway.*ph
While driving about 55 mph on the highwayengine locked up and shut down on the highway. Vehicle was towed to the dealership. Mechanic told the driver that corrosion mixed with oil was the problem. Engine had to be replaced.
I recently bought a 2000 dodge intrepid in february 2003 with37,000 miles on it. I started to notice that the steering had a lot of play in it and pulled to the right. I took it in to a chrysler dealership to check why it is doing this. They checked it and told me that it just needed to have an alignment done. So i went ahead and had an alignment done. The more i drove the car the worse the steering became. It got to the point where i couldn't control the car. I called the dealership and told them about this. They told me to bring the car in asap and not to drive it anywhere else. I had a friend follow me to the dealership (thank goodness it is not far from my house) where they told me they would check it out and give me a call back. They called me and told me that the rack and pinion needed to be replaced and it would cost an estimate of $1300.i just bought the car and i would already have to pay over a thousand dollars to have it fixed. To make a long story short, i complained to the daimlerchrysler corp. And they paid for half of the cost because i told them that i knew that this car has had a lot of problems with the rack and pinion. Well, it's now march 2004 and my engine as well as my timing chain has went out. The dealership says that there is a build-up of sludge in the engine and it is going to cost me over $7700 dolars to fix. I am now finding out that this is also a serious problem with these engines (2.7 liter). I am finding that this engine is in such demand that it is even on back-order at most shops. I would like theses cars to be recalled because these are some serious issues that we are dealing with. If the whole car can't be recalled, i would like something to be done that can help us consumers get through these problems. My car is still sitting at the dealership because there is no way i can come up with $7700 dollars to fix it. I have also missed work because i have no way of getting there. Something needs to be done to daimlerchrysler!
Internal engine failure. Replaced engine (crysler 2.7l).
Engine locked up, and the air conditioner malfunctioned.
Purchased a 2000 dodge intrepid new from dealer. Take amazing great care of my car and have records to prove that. Just hit 59,000. Miles and my motor blew up. Im now looking at spending $4000. To replace motor or purchase a new car. Listening to all the problems with these motors that are well documented i have decided to purchase a new car a honda. I will never again buy american made. How can they be let to get away with this. Every consumer should be compensated for there lose. We all do the right thing, pay our taxes, our monthly car payments with high interest rates, but when it comes to crappy products we just have to eat it. That's why there people out there trying to beat the system. I say then go for it. I want $3500.00 for my useless car. That's what my book value is. I also want $3500.00 i have to spend for the down payment for my new car and two weeks of begging family and friends for rides, and all the stress related to this mess. Someone needs to take responsibility for these poorly made motors. They know there crap and there aloud to get away with it.
I heard a knocking in my engine. The next day i got my oil changed. After my oil was changed the knocking started get worse and louder. Later on that day, while at a busy intersection my car died. Lucky i got to the other side of the road. Got my mechanic to come get my car, but he suggested i not try to fix it because of the problem with this type of engine.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.while driving 60 mph, the contact noticed smoke coming from the rear of the vehicle.he depressed the brake pedal, but the vehicle would not stop.he was forced to coast to a stop.the contact exited the vehicle and noticed flames underneath the hood and the undercarriage of the vehicle.prior to the failure, the contact noticed that the vehicle overheated occasionally.the fire department arrived to extinguish the fire and the vehicle was towed to a storage area.the vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealer. Updated 09/15/08 updated 09/18/08.
Engine died while driving. Would not restart. Repair shop would not touch it. Showed me the oil on the dipstick, a milky brown color. Will have to put a remanufactured engine in the vehicle. Approx. 92,000 miles on vehicle when this occurred.
While drivingat an undetermined speed vehicle stalled, causing the driver to drift off the road.mechanicdetermined that the enginefailed.
Dt:the contactheard a ticking noise coming from the lower end of the engine.approximately a week agothe contact'sson told him the oil light was flickering on and off.when he changed the oil he found a metallic shimmer in the oil with larger flakes of metal.the vehicle has been routinely maintained.the vehicle has not been inspected by the dealer to determine the problem.
While driving at an undetermined speed the oil light appeared on the dashboard and the vehicle stalled. The consumer was able to steer the vehicle to the side of the road where she restarted the vehicle.
Approximately 15 months after purchasing our used intrepid, the engine locked up. Up to that point it was almost perfect, other than the crazy noise that came from the window mechanism.while driving to work about 4am the car just quit. I lost power steering and brakes when it went. I was able to avoid the other vehicles on the road and made it to the side of the road and hit a road sign, which damaged the hood of my car. I went to get an opinion and an estimate, i was told this was a common thing happening with the 2.7l engines in the intrepid and i needed a new engine! $5,500.00, not my idea of possible. It is still sitting in my driveway an eyesore and a financial burden. I maintain the payments and the insurance on the car although i can't drive it, and like most of the other people affected by this mess, i had to get another vehicle to replace it. I personally, am ready for a fight.
Dt*:the contact stated the vehicle would not restart after being parked for a few minutes.it was towed to an independent repair shop.the mechanic determined the engine had failed.there were no prior warnings indicating any engine problems.the vehicle was properly maintained.
I have a 2000 dodge intrepid that at approximately 80,000 miles the cam censor went out,then about 10,000 miles later then crank censor went out. When the car had 106,000 miles on it my wife was driving home from work when she heard loud knocking coming from the engine,took it to a repair shop to find out the engine seized due to sludge. This car has had the oil changed every 3,000 miles. The mechanic said it would about $4,000 to replace.now i come to find out that chrysler knows they had a problem with these engines and won't fix them.i bought this car new and never expected that chrysler won't stand behind their product.
The vehicle stalled, which caused the consumer to pull over abruptly.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 30 mph, the engine operated at a reduced speed and stalled without warning.the contact managed to coast the vehicle to the side of the road without incident.after being towed to an independent repair shop, a diagnostic test was performed, which indicated the engine needed to be replaced.the manufacturer was not alerted.
I have the same old dodge 2.7l engine complaint. My 2000 dodge intrepid with only 90k miles started making noise, than boom... The end of another 2.7l motor. Found it was combo of sludge and timing chain. Our local junk yards won't even take the car because they have to many as it is!!! so i get to stare at my expensive lawn ornament from my door every day.
Upon entering the vehicle engine would not start.tookvehicle to dealer, and the timing chain was replaced.the problem has recurred, engine won't start. Dealer stated engine needed to be replaced.
Similar to an extraordinary amount of complaints, the engine in my 2000 dodge intrepid has siezed, due to oil sludge, per many auto mechanics.because i have seen the numerous similar complaints, i am to believe that this is not just a coincidence or my car in particular.i believe at this time that it is a manufacturer defect and that the consumer should not be made to suffer because of it.
While driving 60-70 mph there was a loud noise under the hood; then,vehicle stalled. Consumer opened hood, and saw several large cracks on engine, oil was everywhere. Vehicle towed to repair shop.mechanic determined that tensioner spring broke. Engine needed to be replaced.
I was driving my 2000 dodge intrepid with my wife and son on the highway when suddenly, there was a loud clicking noise coming from the enginethe following day i took the car to my dealer, who informed me that i needed a new engine because the rod had went. The car has only 48000 miles and i have the maximum care protection which covers just about everything.coverage was denied because i did not have the receipts for oil the changes i had performed religously and the engine had developed sludge.i have since read on several sites that this is a problem with 2.7l engine and chrysler refuses to due anything about it.i am now stuck paying for a car that needs approx.$6000 dollars worth of work.the only thing i am grateful for is that nobody was hurt.thank god the rod did not go through the engine wall.
2.7 l motor on 2004 dodge intrepid has excessive sludge build up resulting in blown motor. Car is in excellent shape and has been carefully maintained. Bad engine design that is well known to mechanics.
While applying the brake pedal, the vehicle stalled.the consumer was able to restartthe vehicle, and took it to the dealer for inspection. The mechanicdetermined that theengine needed to be replaced.
Dt*:the contact stated while traveling 40 mph, the oil light illuminated and the engine began to knock, then the engine stalled.the vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop, where it was determined the timing chain snapped because of oil sludge build up.
While driving 35 mphengine failed. The consumer stated that the timing belt failed and destroyed the engine.dodge service dealer stated that oil sludge build up destroyed the engine.*tc
Consumerstated thatengine shut down completely. Consumer took the vehicle to a mechanic who had a dodge representative there. It was determined that the engine was dead and a replacement would cost several thousand dollars.the engine would knock and generated very little power.the manufacturer is unwilling to repair or replace the engine although they are aware of the2.7 liter engine's problem.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.while driving 45 mph, the contact attempted to bear to the right and the vehicle suddenly shut off.the contact was unable to restart the vehicle.there were no warning lights illuminated prior to the failure.the dealer has not diagnosed the failure.the current and failure mileages were 145,000.
Knocking sound in engine compartment at 65000 miles.told by local dodge dealer that i had a case of catastrophic engine failure - price for new engine & labor $6500.had a local mechanic replace rod bearings and so far, it is holding together, but i am concerned with the number of engine failures i have seen.check out "dontbuyone.com"
Car would not start - now the dealer is telling me my engine needs replacing - have 26,500 miles on it .
While driving 30 mph, the consumer heard a loud knocking noise coming from the front of the vehicle, suddenly the vehicle vibrated uncontrollably. The consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle and drove it to a garage for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the engine needed to be replaced. Please provide further details.
Started car on a saturday morning only with the same small tapping noise as from the last couple of days. No check engine light had come up until going down the freeway a very loud noise, lost of power and finally a check light came on. Exited freeway drove a couple of miles to a friends home to leave car. After calling the huntington beach dodge service dept on monday and providing oil change records . The extended warrinty service people have decline my claim to fix engine claiming that the oil change service dept at walmart started the engine without oil and cause engine faliure. I find this claim by the first extended service corp to be wrong, since in my personnal experience and by viewing all the oil changes that have been taken care of by walmart , they have never started a cars engine without oil.
A banging noise was heard coming from the front of the vehicle and then the vehicle stalled.the consumer tried to restart the vehicle, but was unable to do so. The consumer had the vehicle towed.the consumer believed the problem was with the engine.
There was a loud noise, smoke came from the back tail pipe, thenvehicle stalled while driving at 65-70 mph. This was caused by the engine blowing out.
Dt*:the contact stated while driving 30mph, the engine stalled.the vehicle restarted and was driven to an independent repair shop for inspection.the mechanic determined the engine failed due to sludge build up and would have to replaced.
I own a 2000 dodge intrepidwith the 2.7 l engine.in january of 2003 a tapping in the engine occurred, but every time i took it to the dealer it would stop.it had gone on for quite awhile as the dealer couldn't do anything until he heard the noise.when they finally could hear the noise, first they said the engine had blown, then called back to say the timing chain tension had broken apart.they repaired this.in january 2004 the same thing happened again.we went through the same sequence of events with the noise as the first time.it was march 2004 when they were finally able to detect the noise and made an appointment to have it repair in four days.their comment to me when i asked if i should be driving the car was, "we wouldn't let the car go if we didn't think it was ok."i drove it the next day and the tapping was present; the following day it wouldn't start.they towed the car in.the prognosis was, the engine had blown.the rods went through the pistons.this was at 80,000 miles.the car was out of commission for over a month.i have the 100,000 mile extended warranty and they wouldn't cover the cost of repair.the car was only worth $5,500 and repairs extended beyond that.i had the engine rebuilt from a private business.a dodge mechanic later informed us that they have replaced many of these particular engines along with the mechanic who rebuilt mine.i guess now i know why the dodge intrepid can't hold it's value.only 4 years old and with a depreciation of $5,000 per year.i was told to keep all the old parts in case a recall occurred.*la
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 65 mph the engine made a knocking sound and failed.the vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop for inspection.the mechanic determined the engine needed to be replaced, however no repairs were made.the dealership and manufacturer were not alerted.
Engine unexpectedly will not start. Consumercontacted manufacturer, and wasinformed that this vehicle was no longer under warranty, and needed a new engine in order to repair.
Engine lower end failure while driving. Related to long term condition..starting at 30,000 miles. Engine sludge due to engine design defect..car was immaculately maintained...oil changed every 3k without fail.. By 60k engine light ran intermittently bad bearing knock...chrysler refused to acknowledge problem,,until final catastrophic failure at 92k.. Car had to be scrapped... 2.7l engine well documented online with sludge lower end damage problems.
At low speedsvehicle will stall. Consumer feels this is unsafe because theres a chance of vehiclebeing rear ended. Driver contacteddealer, and dealer replacedcrank sensor. Please provide any further information.
Dt: the contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.purchased vehicle with 50, 000 miles on it. The next day drove carand felt vibration in front end.thought it may be tires. Consumer had the tires balanced and that did not fix the problem. Then, the oil light came on.the pressure gauge came on during idling. Took vehicleback to dealership and they replaced the oil pressure gauge. But, problem still not fixed. The transmission acted funny , when applying brakes vehicle would notslow down , it was like it wasstill in gear .the steeringmade noises when turning it to the right or left,a clanking noise . The rear suspension clanked every time hittinga bump. The engine had a high pitched wining. This happened as soon as vehicle was purchased.
My 2000 dodge intrepid with a 2.7 liter engine has failed due to engine sludge.the sludge caused my timing chain tension device to fail as well as my oil pump rendering my vehicle inoperable.as a consequence, the vehicle will towed to a salvage yard with only 34,000 miles.
The car was driving good. I noticed a little jerking but was not too worried as i just had an oil changed recently. When leaving from my work for lunch, the car began to jerk and stall badly. I turned around and parked the car my engine light came on. The next day i took it to aamco thinking it was the transmission. They performed tests and the report said crank shaft sensor. I started the car up and the light was no longer on. I took it to my mechanic and he took off the oil pan and discovered scraps of metal in my oil.he stated that this is something to do with the engine.i drove the car for about 2 more weeks and decided to get another vehicle instead of taking my chances with this one since the repair cost is more than $5000.while getting my other vehicle serviced, i decided to drive the intrepid.while on the highway going at about 55mph, the car shut down completely.luckily i was on the right lane of the highway and pulled to the shoulder.if i had been going slower, it would have come to a complete stop. Since i still owe for the car ($8000), it was hard to trade so i kept it and now have two car payments. After councel, i had no choice but to file for chapter 13 bankruptcy in order to counteract my living expenses with the two car payments.i am a single mother of four children, work full time, and presently in my last year of college for my bachelors degreee.i had no choice but find good transportation because i could not afford to repair the intrepid and go without transportation for 2 months while i paid it off. For repairs, i have been advised to upgrade the engine to a 3.5l and use a conversion kit from a reputable company to complete the job. The 2.7l are not good engines and they stated that if that one failed, another most likely would do the same in the near future.you know what i found interesting was that the 3.5l is actually 1/3 cheaper than the 2.7l!that is because the 2.7l are hard to find because they are always going out!
It is very simple, it is the well known and well documented defective failure of the 2.7ll v6 engine made by chrysler, we took good care of it, and it died just like the others, engine sludge destroys engine, we were driving 65 mph on rte 90 (mass pike).lost power, made viscous knocking noises, stalled......had to have it towed.
-heavily sludge engine, bent valves, replaced with a used engine.-
Engine ticking noise resulting in replacing engine. All expense was out of my pocket even after contacting chrysler.
2000 dodge intrepid with 2.6l engine, 51,500 miles. Driving very slowly in residential neighborhood car shut down and rolled to a stop. No warning lights came on. Atempted restart, engine turned over making a metallic clicking sound. Had car towed to shop and told that engine needs to be replaced. At least one valve is bent and damaged and large metal fragments are in intake manifold. Oil has been changed regularly between 3,ooo and 4,000 miles. Repair estimate is 4-5k. Engines are not supposed to blow at 51,000 miles, this is a flawed design.
My 2000 intrepid started knocking and then blew with no advance notice. After researchingthis problem i see why. Sludge build up even though i followed all maintenance schedules. I have replaced all the front end parts at substantial costs ,oil pressure sending unit, also the brake a number of times .
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.while driving 70 mph the engine shut off without warning.she was unable to restart the vehicle.the vehicle was towed to a mechanic who stated that the problem was caused due to engine sludge, which caused the timing chain to break.the manufacturer stated there was nothing they could do.the current and failure mileages were 88,000.
Inherent poor design of dodge 2.7l v-6 engine.*la
Dt: the contactheard a knocking sound in the engine. The vehicle remained parked and not driven for one week. When the contact tried to start the vehicle itwould not start. The vehicle wastowed to a certified dealership, whodetermined the engine failed due to sludge build up. The vehicle has not been repaired.
While driving on the freeway at approximately 70 mph, the engine seized without warning. Owner had the vehicle towed to a mechanic and was informed that the engine needed to be replaced.updated 1/19/2006 - the oil light illuminated on the dash then the engine seized.the vehicle was sent to the salvage yard.the weather strips at the doors were leaking.
We have had regular oil changes on the car.a week or two after the last oil change, it started to knock.while on my way to work one morning it died on the highway.we have gotten estimates from the local dodge dealer, and a couple other mechanics, and we need a new engine and it will cost a lot more than what the car is actually worth.
1) engine light came on2) engine shut down while driving3) mechanic replace fuel pump then computer car would still not start.chrysler confirmed that the engine had sludge problem and said the engine needed to be replaced.i could not afford the $5000 to replace the engine.
The 2000 dodge intrepid all at once would not start.i came out of the grocery store and it had a weird "clicking sound".my mechanic said the timing belt broke.he said that this model is notorious for this, that the oil reservoir gets clogged no matter the maintenance and that the breaking of the timing belt ruins the engine, unlike other cars that have safety measures to prevent engine failure.the oil can no longer reach the top of the engine and it burns up breaking the timing belt.the oil level when checked was fine.a full tune up was done on the car just a few months before, same mechanic.the new engine, because dodge does not sell the old one any more,i wonder why, is $5400.i still owe $4500. On this car.dodge, from what i gather on the net, has thousands in class action suits over this.they will not change out the engines for us or recall of any kind.this car was sold to me off a lot, the guy took me right to it.i bit.i'm '!@#$%.there is no correcting the problem.i don't have the money to fix dodges' way of making millions off the consumer.we will not buy american again.and yet they will go to the senate and ask for more money to get out of their jam.i say let them sink until they make a better product.every other business out there has to learn and do the same in america, why not them??!!!!why are they not held accountable??!!!! i hope my words make a difference. Sincerely,
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.while driving 50 mph, the vehicle began making a clicking noise.the vehicle began to slow down on its own and then shut off and failed to restart.the vehicle was towed to a repair shop and the mechanic stated that the timing chain failed due to oil sludge build-up.the contact was informed that a new motor would be needed.the chrysler manufacturer stated that a recall would have been issued if there were issues with the motors in the vehicles.the failure mileage was 65,000.updated 04-24-09 updated 04/27/09.
While driving vehicle stalled.consumer hadvehicle towed to the dealer for analysis, and mechanic determined that the engine needed to be replaced due to sludge build up.
Without warning, the timing belt shattered metal throughout the engine and the vehicle stopped. Manufacturer notified.
While driving the fuel light illuminated on the dashboard then the vehicle stalled.consumercontacteddealership on four separate occasions, but the problem still occurs.after further inspection it was determined that the engine had blown.
The dealer has installed two rebuilt engines in the vehicle within the last year.the dealer could not determine why the engines continue to malfunction.please provide any additional information.
This is not a safety issue, it's an expense & aggravation issue.i bought a 2000 chrysler (made in canada) intrepid from a local chrysler dealer.i have less than 51,000 miles on it and the engine is destroyed.two repair garages have told me the 2.7 ltr engine in these cars have been faulty.i called chrysler's home office today.there is no extended warranty and they are offering no reimbursement.a remanufactured engine was estimated at almost $5,000.i would like to know if there is a class action suit against chrylser re: this engine at this time and how i would go about joining in it, if so.
Whiledriving at undetermined speed vehicle stalled.consumer towed vehicle towed to the dealer, and mechanicdetermined thatenginefailed.
2000 dodge intrepid threw a rod at 80,000 mi. Having engine replaced from mid-atlantic. After they sent one to our auto shop, they could not get it to stop leaking in various places. Sent it back now waiting for another engine for this car. Been without this car now for 3 weeks.first engine failed now brand new engine could not work.*la
While driving 50 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The driver tried to restart the vehicle and was able to do so.the vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the engine needed to be replaced. Please provide further details.the consumer stated that oil sludge is the result of the engine failure.the consumer stated that he is paying for a vehicle he can not drive.*tc
I purchased a 2000 dodge intrepid with a 2.7l engine from a previous owner.i put an additional $400.00 in maintenance and repair parts (including fresh oil and filter) into it and the engine literally blew up the first time it was driven 20 miles.i am a 55 year old woman that had to abandon the vehicle on the road and arrange for removal.replacing the engine with a non-defective one is cost prohibitive to me.
Car stalled out in december 06 and battery replaced.stalled again in march 07 and have been told the timing belt broke and new engine needed at only 81,000 miles. Tried to see if used engine available and was told none could be found because this was typical to the intrepid. Also told a new engine cost and labor is about $3500. We owe $4400 and pay $163 every month with two years left to pay. Were already on the brink of foreclosure on our home and we were struggling to make these car payments, we willl struggle to pay for a car that we can not even drive. I will be contacting the dealership who should have been aware of these complaints from what i've read here, and i will be contacting chrysler who really needs to stand behind there product!no wonder everyone is going foreign!to the ceo's, enjoy those huge homes and paychecks while the rest of us pay for chrysler's mistakes!my brother died in a chrysler when he was 20 years old because of a steering default!this was 23 years ago, i really should have known better!!!!i'm very glad to see from these complaints that few are getting killed from this engine defect. Lucky for chrysler,they don't have to pay up!even more lucky for the owners of these cars and anyone driving around them when they stall!!!
While driving at 50 mph vehicle stalled. Drivermanaged to get vehicle out of traffic. Had tried to restart vehicle and it rolled backwards. Driver waited 30 minutes and then restarted vehicle. Took vehicle to dealership, and mechanicdetermined engine failed,needed to be replaced.
The consumer was backing out of the driveway, when the engine locked and would not restart.the vehicle was checked and oil sludge was found in the engine.
While driving 45 mph, the vehicle started making a loud noise coming from the front end of the vehicle. Without warring vehicle engine stall. Vehicle was towed, techniciannotice engine needed replacement. Please provide further details.
While driving at approximately 55 mph, without warning, the timing chain broke causing the engine to seize. Owner had the vehicle towed to an independent garage.provide further details.
First the oil light flashed. Then the light became a constant.i was heading back home when at a stop light the car died without a sound.it kept shutting off at the lights.i never made it home.i made it to a parking lot,this became all to familiar to me, ( i had engine problems before with this car due to sludge, but it was determined that i had kept up with my maintenance after a long investigation and was fixed)i knew i needed to get a tow truck.the car was towed to south chicago dodge in chicago,il.after their initial inspection,the cost was already at $2417,it would cost me $360 definite labor just to continue the inspection to determine additional problems (this cost was just to take the part apart, i would have to pay $360 again to have it put back together.i am a single mother and i do not have that kind of money. A long story,short i am now stuck with a car that i have three more payments on and is inoperable.i was advised that i could get a used engine, but that only came with a 12 month warranty, or i could get a re-manufactured engine w/3 year warranty. However, they both cost too much. I have read that chrysler is not aware of the problem with the engine, this is a big cover-up.they know, or they are just not interested in a good customer product.i know about iso standards and the big 3 automobile regulators, my question is how did this engine meet regulations?what auditor let something like a engine with faulty valves get produced over and over again.i bought my car in good faith and the same was not delivered.yet chrysler can continue to produce expensive commercials with mr. Iocola and snoop dogg etc.this problem needs to be attended to.americans who buy american made products, should receive a product they can trust. I have to borrow carsor take public transportation.if they do not want to recall the engine then they need to provide a lifetime vehicle warranty on the engine so we can at least get it fixed.
Engine light comes on during a road trip with my daughter to woodfield,oh from columbus.mechanic says i'm lucky the engine didn't blew up before i got there.mechanic says there was only a pint of oil in my car yet i saw no signs of oil burning or leaking and an oil change had been done earlier in the year.mechanic puts new oil in, scans and resets the car so the engine light doesn't stay on.after that, i started my trip back home and everything seems fine, then 10-15 minutes in the trip the engine light comes back on so i turn around and head back to the mechanic.on the way back i could feel the engine kicks back and almost stall out.again, i was lucky to make it back to the mechanic.while car is parked and engine is running, you could hear the engine revving up and then it would idle back down.it would do this a few times and then stall out.mechanic does another evaluation and determines that a new engine is needed and the car cannot be driven.a week later i got my car towed back to columbus (the car broke down in woodsfield, oh) and had it checked again by a mechanic in columbus.they told me the same thing that the engine needs replaced because the water pump housing is damaged andthere is no coolant in the overflow and felt that i could not have prevented this.so i called around to get estimates on replacing the engine and every place i called, they said that they've had lots of complaints about the dodge intrepid's 2.7 liter engine.they say that the oil is not getting to the top of the engine.one place told me they replaced this engine almost once a week.so now i'm stuck with having to come up with several thousand dollars to replace a faulty engine.the fact that the safety of my daughter and i was jeopardized because this is becoming a common problem, and that there isn't even an investigation going on, leaves me very upset.i hope something will be done about this soon.*la
Oil sludge in 2000 dodge intrepid with 3.2 6 cyl engine.noted noisy valve in left cylinder head.during inspection of valve train found rocker arm shaft filled with sludge blocking oil passage to rocker arms.right valve trained also had a large amount of sludge in rocker arm shaft.cleaned shaft and inspected valve train for excessive wear.valve train wear still within limits as prescribed by chrysler/dodge.inspected oil pan and noted a large amount of sludge in the pan.further inspections revealed oil pick up tube 90% blocked, and the oil pump housing scored from damaged gear out of the factory.replaced oil pump assembly, pick up tube, crankshaft bearings, and connecting rod bearings.this defect was caught and corrected before any severe damage to the engine occurred.had it not, result would be an engine locked up due to lack of lubrication.this car is maintained regularly, with frequent oil changes, and has highway mileage on it.dodge denies any oil nitration/sludge problem on the 3.2 engine.noted several reports of the same problem from several owners.
When driving the vehicle there was a knocking noise.the consumer is concern that a rod may break in engine and cause the engine to lock up.the dealer has been contacted.please provide any further information.
The consumer was on the freeway going 65 mphwhen the engine stalled. The consumer made it across five lanes and the vehicle stopped and waseventually towed. The engine was defective because sludge was found in the engine. .
While drivingengine failed without warning.dealer stated that sludge build up in the engine which caused it to fail.
Consumer took vehicleto dealerfor stallingproblem,and consumer thought it was the starter.however, the motor was rattling so badly that consumer had to turn it off. It was then determined that the 2.7 liter engine failed.
2000 dodge intrepid with 2.7l engine seized with only 59000 miles.
I own a 2000 dodge intrepid 2.7 engine that has failed at 76,000 miles after searching the internet, i have noticed there are a lot of 2.7 engine owners that have failed as well. Please help and lets stop chrysler from ripping the general public off by selling an engine that is not reliable. Thanks for any help, even the chrysler dealership tells me that the 2.7 engine is junk and was junk when it was new.
Dt:the contacthad the oil changed,and less than a week later she heard a knocking in the engine.the vehicle was towed to a repair shop, and the mechanic determinedthat the oil change caused sludge from the oil pan to get into the engine.this caused the engine to blow out. The vehicle needed a new engine.no repairs have been made due to the expense.
I was driving on the freeway at a speed of 60 mph when the engine on my dodge intrepid 2000 2.7l failed.i had to stop on the freeway with heavy traffic, a dangeruos situation because there was not much space to stay on the side of road. My life was at risk staying on the freeway and waiting for towing.
While driving at 25 mph, the consumer heard a rattling sound coming from the engine.a few seconds later the vehicle stalled and wouldn't restart.the vehicle was towed to a dealer, who informed the consumer that the engine had a build up of sludge.a new engine was needed at that time.the manufacturer is aware of the problem. *phwhile driving at 25 mph vehicle experienced a rattling noise coming from the the engine.vehicle stalled and would not restart.vehicle was towed to dealer where sludge was found in engine.*mr
Dt: the engine died, had it towed to a mechanic: "premature engine failure". Will tow to a dealer, and chrysler said they might assist with the problem. No engine light, or prior indication before engine died.
While driving my 2000 dodge intrepid to work on a busy interstate, i noticed a loud knocking noise coming from the engine and the accelerator not responding properly.the engine then started bucking and racing while i tried to wrestle it to the next exit.the car got as far as the end of the exit ramp before it stopped running and would not restart.the vehicle was then towed to a local repair shop.later that day, i was informed by the owner of the shop that the timing chain broke, resulting in bent valves and the engine needing replacement at a cost of approximately $4000!!i just finished paying off the vehicle in september.with only 69,000 miles and the manufacturers routine maintenance schedules adhered to, this vehicle's engine should not have failed this early in the game.
Engine failure, left alone, wife and two kids 30 miles from nearest town on two lane road, on vacation in florida, 400 miles from home.
I have a 2000 intrepid with a 2.7l engine.i was driving on main street andengine seized. Dealership says timing chain broke and i need new engine.i have 72,000 miles on car.on a previous visit to the dealer shop, i specifically asked about the timing chain, they said it would be good for 120,000 miles.at that visit they told me i had oil sludge and they flushed the oil, gas and transmission lines out.i have spend thousand of dollars keeping this car in good maintenance condition and now it's worthless.
2000 dodge intrepid v6 2.7 engine. Stalled in after work high traffic. Would not start. Had to be towed. Bottom line is engine is bad . Unable to repair/replace. Still owe 2 yrs on the car.
While driving 55 mph engine check light appeared on the dashboard and remained on.then,vehicle stalled. Consumer restartedvehicleand pulled over.consumer hadvehicle towed to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the engine needed to be replaceddue to sludge built up.
I was driving south bound on interstate 15 in centerville utah at approximately 65 miles per hour.i was in the center lane of three lanes.the engine suddenly lost all power.i was fortunate in steering the vehicle to the right and ended up, stalled, in the median of the on-ramp and the far right hand lane.
While driving at 40 mphconsumer heard a light tapping sound coming from the engine.several weeks later,engine started to tap very loudly.a certified mechanic examined the vehicle and found that a new engine was needed.engine and belts were replaced.
While driving 45 mph a loud noise was heard coming from underneath the hood; vehicle stalled.consumer was able to pull over to the shoulder, and tried to restart vehicle. Then, driver had the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection, andmechanic determinedthat motor blewout and needed to be replaced.
While driving 35 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning.the driver tried to restart the vehicle and was not able to do so. The vehicle was towed to a dealer for inspection.the mechanicinformed the driver that the engine needed to be replaced. Please provide further details.
While driving 40 mph, consumer noticed that oil light came on, and then vehicle stalled.consumer tried to restart vehicle several times,but to no avail.
Consumer heard a loud noise coming from the engine before it eventually stalled.took vehicle to dealer for check up, and results showed that the vehicle needed a new engine. ....
I have a 2000 dodge intrepid with 2.7 engine that stopped running while i was on the freeway. I luckily was able to merge over to the side of the road with no power without getting in an accident. My car had to be towed to a chrysler dealer.we were quoted $6,500 for a new rebuild engine due to our old engine being full of sludge. Our warranty was 75,000 miles and they refuse to help us.we are finding out more and more information about the chrysler 2.7 engine andit's problems. The dealer wants you to believe the engine failure is your fault butit is clearly an engine defect that causes the sludge build up. We now have a carthat is worth nothing because it isn't running and still owe about $9,000 on the loan. Please review this and other complaints and have chrysler do the right thingand recall these motors and help the consumers. Thank you!
While driving 45 mph vehicle stalled. Consumer was unableto restart vehicle,and had ittowed to the dealer for inspection. Mechanic determined that the motor needed to be replaced.
While driving at 70 mph on the highway vehicle stopped working. Vehicle was taken to a repair shop,and the engine wasrebuilt.several months later, vehicle stalled again, and consumer returned the vehicle to the finance company.
2000 dodge intrepid 2.7l engine failure......2nd time.
While driving home from work, car started to make noises under hood and smoking. Replaced motor. 2 years later and we are having the same problem.
I own a 2000 dodge intrepid 2.7 liter and it started making a ticking noise and then one day in april my engine just quit while i was driving it down the road.i sent them a letter and they said there was nothing they could do because my warranty was up, but who puts a 36,000 mile warranty on a vehicle unless they know the engine is junk.they need to fess up to their defect of this type of engine and recall it.it is not right.i am a 23 year old single mother who still owes 10,000 dollars on a car that i can't even drive because i didn't have 6,000 dollars to give them for a new engine.
While driving 55-60 mph engine dropped to 30 mph. Consumer was able to pull out of the road where the vehicle stalled. Vehicle was towed to the dealer, and mechanic determined engine needed to be replaced.
The enginein my dodge intrepid began making a minor rattling noise, the noise proceeded to get progressively worse until the engine started rattling loudly. I took the car to a mechanic because i thought it was the transmission, which i had repaired the car continued to make the same loud noise not less than 2 weeks the car made this tremendous rattling as if something had come a loose it started smoking and then the engine died. I took the car to another mechanic who rebuilt the engine in little over a month the engine went out again.
I was driving down the road when, all of a sudden, i heard a noise, my engine and oil lights came on, and my car quit running.fortunately, i had enough momentum going to pull off on the side of the busy highway.
Purchased a 2000 dodge intrepid from dadeland dodge in miami, fl.the car is qualified for the lemon law 3 months after purchase, but unaware of such a law and never filed.now it is too late.it is now i decided to take action since the engine blew on 04/12/03.my brother in law was driving and the engine just stopped without warning.i called for a tow truck to be taken to the dealer.the car has about 65,000 miles, and the extended warranty should have covered the repairs; however, the dealer declined.iended up paying $2,714.87 to get the engine rebuilt.in addition, ialso don't have a car for 2 months, and disputed with the dealer and extended warranty company during that span.*la
Engine seized due to sludge.vehicle was taken to the dealer.
Engine of well maintained dodge intrepid 2.7l seized during rush hour on busy road. Wife panicked but was able (luckily) to swing in a parking lot. There was heavy traffic behind her (trucks).mechanic: checked engine: no sludge was present, no signs of sludge (remarkable!)timing chain broke down and water pump is about to break down (in that case engine would be a total loss). This is the 3rd intrepid 2.7l that week with exact same problems around same mileage! since there was no sludge the problems seem not only to be sludge related. Oil change interval: every 3000 miles (proof) w. Synthetic oil.no sludge means that previous owner also mainted the car well!i'll have the mechanic state in his report that no sludge was found for future reference.warranty company kicked in eventually since they could not use the 'sludge' argument against me.
While driving, suddenly there was a banging and clanging noise , from the engine compartment. It was discovered that the timing belt came off the tensioner pulley.please provide additional information.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.while driving less than 50 mph, the motor failed.one week prior to the incident, repairs were made to the vehicle, including the water pump.the vin was unknown.the current and failure mileages were less than 135,000.
While driving50 mph the lifters started rattling which indicated that vehicle needed oil.consumer stated after putting oil into the vehicle and attempting to start vehicle became inoperable.
Dt*:the contact stated without warning, at 55 mph, the engine began to make a loud banging noise.the vehicle was pulled over and turned off.when attempting to restart, the engine did not respond.the vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop, where it was determined the timing chain failed because of oil sludge.the consumer was told the engine was bad, it was not the timing chain. Updated 12/28/06.
I own a 2000 dodge intrepid with a 2.7 engine. This is not my first car by far and i don't race it or anything. I began having problems with it in 2007 with approximately 80,000 mile on it. I had an oil sludge problem and had to replace the engine. I paid 3500 us dollars to replace it and now at 102000 mile the same problem. The engine is under warranty but i still have to pay for the labor which is 1000 dollars. This is really not good the car is a good car when running correctly but this engine issue is very poor and not something expected for a dodge car or engine. Something must be done.
On june 14th 2006 my 2000 dodge intrepid was parked in my drive way and at about 1:00 a.m. I was awaken to my door bell ringing and my neighbors screaming get out the house there's a fire i didn't hesitate i was going out the back door to find out it was my vehicle that was on fire by the time i had made it out the car was starting to pop and was about to explode. The milwaukee fire dept. Arrived and put the fire out and had determined the fire started in the engine. I contacted damiler chrysler and was told someone would be out to do an inspection in a few days. Days passed and i called back on june 19th and spoke with someone named jay who said there was no inspection needed. I then received a letter from the company saying that it was not their problem and to take the matter up with my insurance company. I tried calling the co back but was told there was nothing they could do for me.my serious concern is that daimler chrysler was not concerned about the vehicle starting on fire especially in the engine.and their lack of concern for the consumers buying their vehicles and their safety. And why wouldn't they come out and do an inspection with something this serious. This makes me wonder what kind of company they are. Are they that big that their consumers safety doesn't matter and do they feel they are untouchable when it comes to serious matters. What if i would have been in the car with my children? and we all would have died? then what? i have never in my life been treated this way with something so serious and then being told not to call their office again makes me really think something is wrong. I tried contacting the dealership andrew chevy and was told that there was nothing they could do for me.
While driving between 65 - 70 mph consumer heard a flapping noise.consumer pulled over and turned vehicle off to inspect. Vehicle wouldn't restart. Vehicle was towed to a dealership, and mechanicindicated that noise was due to engine failure. The engine had sludge build up.prior to the engine failure vehicle hadhad an oil change. This might have been caused by fuel pump failure.
2000 intrepid 2.7l engine started with frequent oil loss starting at 1.5l between oil changes and ending at nearly 6l between oil changes. No signs of burning, or leaking, and no oil was found in the coolant. Then a noise could be heard in the engine a, rattling noise, engine quit before noise could be diagnosed. A few weeks later it was discovered that the cam sensor was out, replaced it car run. The noise persisted and was diagnosed as the crank bearing was shot. The engine failed critically shortly after. 1998 concord, purchased to replace intrepid, engine already failed and was replaced with a new engine from chrysler by the time i bought it the new engine had roughly 85 000 km on it. This concord has a complete service history through our local mechanic since day of purchase in 1998. The previous owner kept up to date on all oil changes up and until i received the vehicle. I have been driving the vehicle for about 1 or 2 months and recently had its oil changed at the 6000km mark. Only a day or 2 ago the car on start up has been making a rattle noise for about 2 sec then stops. That means i have between 2 cars seen 2 2.7l catastrophic failures and am probably going to see a third. One i could admit to maybe being my fault in some way, 2 is defiantly stretching it, 3.... There is a problem and its not the fault of the consumer, something needs to be done. Chrysler needs to resolve this issue for all impacted customers.
On dec.26 2004, as we were leaving our house the car starting making a ticking sound, we pulled back into the driveway and checked the oil, transmission fluid and hoses. No lights were on to indicate a promblem but we parked the car since it was a noise we had never heard.the next morning, monday, we called our mechanics and had the car towed in, the mechanic asked about the oil changes and i told him to check the date on the window i knew it was recent.he stated he was shocked due to the sludge build up in the engine.i infromed him i have regular oil changes and have the receipts.he suggested to clean adn replace the oil pan and filter totaling $800.00, he did the work.thursday dec 30 i got the car back but did not drive it due to the holiday weekend.monday morning on a 2 lane road 37 miles from home the car would not accelerate the all the sudden the car started to rapidly decrease speed and then shut off.i was able to barely get the car off the road before being hit by an oncoming 18 wheeler.i had the car towed back in and was told that due to the oil sludge i needed a new engine. The promblem is they refused to "get involved" due to the numerous complaints and class action law suits regarding the 2.7 engines. I contacted my local dodge dealer and was told "i sympathize and have heard of this before but the best i can do is $7800-8200.00 for a new engine but can not warranty sludge build up. I only owed $6000on the car. After contacting 2 more dealers and being told they could not warranty it against the same thing happening again they did not want to do the work.this engine is a sludge engine and almost cost me mylife as well as my 2 kids that were in the car! something needs to be done!
I do not have the date of my very first incident.i was sitting at a stop light and the engine cut off.it started up with no problem so i continued my errands.at my next stop, when i came out to leave, the car would not start.i had to call for roadside assistance thru my insurance company.the person was able to start my car.on the night of october 29th at about 9 pm my daughter and i were both in the car when all of a sudden the rpm guage went to zero and the engine quit right in the middle of the road.the power stearing went out but i was able to get us to the side of the road before being hit by another car.i tried at least eight times to start the car without success.so we sat there hoping we would not be side swiped by the cars coming up behind us.i tried to start the car one more time before i called for roadside assistance and the car started.we went down the road and turned around to head back home.about a mile from our home the engine died again.i just thank god that again i was able to get us over to the side of the road without being hit by another car.this time the engine started on the third or fouth try and we were able to make it home without incident.the car has been parked every since.i plan to take it into the local dealer for service on 11/04/05 and was doing research online about the problem i was having with the car and discovered a website that described my incident exactly.now i know it is an engine problem.
I was driving my2000 intrepid when i heard a noise from the hood. I had it towed to the dealership, and was told that the engine had sluge on it. He said that is the problem they are having with that type of engine that's in that car. The cost for repairs woud be 6,000 dollars. I started checking around and found that other people where having the same problem and that dodge would not do a recall.
2000 dodge intrepid, 2.7 engine.oil sludge defect at 92000 miles.no warning.vehicle was traveling 70 mph and timing chain failed, causing spin out with near crash. Vehicle was perfectly maintained using synthetic oil at 5000 intervals.had to get hotel room with 2 kids at christmas time, and wait for repair to car, which included new top end and timing chain set.$2600 spent.
Engine broke down.most likely typical engine fproblems of the 2.7 l engine.
2000 dodge intrepid w/ 39919 mi. And all maintenance met or exceeded, broke a valve spring, dropping the valve into the cylinder, breaking the piston, w/ the final result being engine replacement paid for by the owner( me). Daimler chrysler's comment was " the warranty period was over 3919 miles ago, you have no complaint. Why are you calling us? " i said valve springs on a passenger car get weak, they don't break after 39000 miles. Daimler offered no help, but the local dealer helped a little, because engine and car condition were excellent.
On february 14, 2006 my husband was coming home when the car quit.he let it cool off and then proceeded to drive home.the next day he was going to work and when he pulled into his employers parking lot he noticed his car was on fire.he put it out right away.we called a tow truck to have it towed to the dodge dealership.we were informed that the water pump went out and needed to be replaced.they also replaced the timing chain and other parts.in may we were going to a graduation in wyoming when our car broke down on interstate.again we had to have it towed to a dealership where we were informed we needed a new engine at the cost of $6000.00.we do not have that kind of money to fix the car.we are now renting a car until we can decide what to do with the car.we would like to get information on what dodge is doing to help other customers who have had this same problem.
- the contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.while driving 30 mph the engine stalled without warning. The check engine light turned on.the failure mileage was 112,000.the vehicle was towed to a dodge dealer.the vehicle was diagnosed as having engine sludge.the vehicle required a new engine.
Engine died while driving.
2000 dodge intrepid, 2.7l engine.163,000 miles.last month: heater suddenly stops working except at highway speeds.on two occasions: exited highway, engine temp gauge maxes out, turned off heater, dial immediately returns to nominal temp.this month: heater stops working entirely.last night: car would not start -- battery cranking but engine did not catch until i gave it some gas.drove it to mechanic with engine light on.mechanic called to confirm sludge build up in the engine.another case of http://www.oilsludge.com/.
One morning in mid oct 05 after dropping my daughter off for school,the car was running fine. On the return trip home, the car engine just died. With no warning, no noise, no smoke and no engine lights. After making many attempts to restart engine, all fell. Left with no other choice i had the car towed to a local mechanic shop. Later to find out that the engine was blown. Information from mechanic, it is a known condition with the 2.7 liter engine which i have.as of today, no action has been taking to correct the failure. The cost for repairs will run from 8.000 to 11.000. The engine has less than 40,000 miles.
Sludge in the motor was causing engine failure.
Dt: engine seized.consumer readon ralph nader's center for auto safety that this is a common problem: "broken timing chains and sludge build up". Took to a chrysler dealer, and they said there was sludge and they don't cover that. Took to another mechanic and they replaced the engine for $6000.00.
I own a 2000 intrepid with 29000 on it andthe engine has blown on it(premature engine failure) and it is still under warranty and daimler chrysler has refused to pay costs related to this because i don't have all my receipts for oil changes.it is a 2.7 l engine and they are aware of engine sludge problems with this engine and they will not pay any costs toward a repair bill whichthey have quoted at $8000.00.initially the engine caught on fire and they made my insurance company pay for the repairs and then 30 miles later the engine was blown and they say because my husband did the oil changes and we don't have all the receipts for oil purchases they will not pay the bill. We have the receipts for the winter months( of which i have only had the car for one winter and i have that receipt and the receipt for oil and flushing fluid after the fire started they now say we need the receipts for all oil changes.i have looked at other web sites for premature engine failure with that same engine size and there are many under chrysler engine sludge and i have a family member who has worked in the auto industryfor 20 years and knows that chrysler is having a problem with this particular size having engine sludge and it is well known among the mechanics but they will not come forward for fear of losing their jobs.*nlm
The vehicle stalled while driving, the consumer noticed that the check engine light flashed on then off.the consumer tried to restart the vehicle but was unable to do so. The consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealer.the mechanic informed the consumer that the engine needed to be replaced due to sludge build up.
I own a 2000 chrysler intrepid v6-2.7 liter vehicle.at 57,442 miles i noticed a ticking noise coming from the engine of the car.the dealership i purchased the car from diagnosed the engine noise as a non-compressing or extending timing chain tensioner.the tensioner was replaced and the cost was covered under my 60,000-mile warranty.last week i noticed the same ticking noise while i was driving the car.before i could reach a safe destination the car engine completely stopped running at 64,222 miles.after coming to a stop the car would not start again.i had the car towed to the dealership to be looked at and told the service advisor i heard the same timing chain noise that occurred at 57,442 miles.the dealership service advisor stated that they were able to start the car for a short period of time and also checked the engine oil.the service advisor informed me that i would need a new engine at a price of approximately $6,700.00?!i asked the service advisor if a diagnostic test was performed and he said ??no??.by looking at my oil level and listening to my engine noises the service advisor recommended an entirely new engine.i was accused of not changing my engine oil regularly even though i do.i asked about repairing non-working parts of the engine but the service advisor told me it would most likely cost more than a new engine considering the labor hours involved with this type of repair.the service advisor was so sure that i needed a new engine after only checking the oil and listening to the engine noises.i have found web sites with hundreds of people having similar problems with the v6-2.7 liter dodge/chrysler engine (engine failure without warning, very prematurely, and dealerships they went to said they didn't change their oil often enough).*nlm
Dt:the contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid. The contact stated that her air conditioner was not working.the engine also stalled while she was trying to accelerated from a stop on a hill.the vehicle began to roll backwards. After the vehicle stall it could be restarted,the vehicle would stall repeatedly for the rest of the day but the next day it would run properly.the dealership has attempted to repair the problem three times but they haven't been able to permanently rectify the problem.the transmission is an automatic. The consumer is also having problems getting recall work done on her brakes. All the dealer would do is run a diagnostic test and charge her more money.the manufacturer has not been contacted as of yet.
Complaint regarding 2000 dodge intrepid.*mrthe vehicle's engine made noise when started on cold days.the vehicle was taken to the dealer several time but they were unable to duplicate the problem. The service manager later informed the consumer that the engine had sludge in it due to lack of lubrication.the dealer later indicated that the vehicle's warranty would not cover the repairs.
While driving at 65 mphoil pressure gauge went down and suddenly consumer heardnoisecoming through the engine. Vehicle was taken to the independent shop and service techniciandetermined engineneeded to be replaced.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.while driving 65 mph, the vehicle completely shut down in the middle of traffic.the mechanic stated that the failure was caused by engine sludge.the manufacturer stated that they could not assist due to improper maintenance of the vehicle.the failure mileage was 131,340.
Engine seized.
The engine stalled without warning, prior to the incident, the vehicle made a ticking noise.
The timing chain tension mechanism failed prematurely which in turn destroyed the engine.*ph
Engine failure due to malfunction of oil distribution of the 2.7 liter engine.
Engine failure at 51000 miles chrysler says sludge caused engine failure due to maintenance. This engine is known for this problem but chrysler refuses to acknowledge. Result 6300.00 for new engine.
The vehicle stalled on numerous occasions the driver was unable to restart and the driver had the vehicle towed to the dealer.the mechanic informed the driver that the problem can not be duplicate.the driver informed the mechanic that this problem has happened on more than once and has not been resolved.
Engine failure on a 2000 dodge intrepid with 64,000 miles.no warning signs, no rough running.the oil pressure light came on and pulled over right away.as soon as i did the engine quit.after having it towed to the chrysler dealership, i was told that the engine is full of "sludge" and had to be replaced.cost of new engine is approximately $8,500 which is more than the wholesale value of the car.seems to be a common problem with the 2.7 engine on the dodge intrepid's.see this web-site:http://anyboard.net/autos/cars/cars/>.*nlm
The vehicle started to shake and the check engine light appeared on the dashboard.
Dt: owner was driving down interstate 95 about 70 mph and theengine failed when a rod blew through it.this occurred on 7-2-05. There was no warning prior to the rod blowing. The enginesuddenly sounded like someone dropped marbles in a bucket. The vehicle was taken to aprivate repairshop where the enginewas replaced. Chrysler was contacted, but they were not willing to repair the vehicle under warranty.a tow truck took the vehicle to the private repair shop.
While driving 60 mph vehicle stalled.vehicle was towed to the dealer, and technician indicated that engine needed to be replaced.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.while driving 60 mph, the vehicle began to vibrate, stall, and the check engine light illuminated on the instrument panel.when the contact attempted to pull to the side of the road, the vehicle suddenly shut off and could not be restarted until thirty minutes later.prior to the failure, the contact noticed that the oil light would illuminate periodically.the vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealer.the current and failure mileages were 152,000.
Engine was replaced because of a sludge build up. Vehicle was making a noise.consumer took the vehicle to the dealer,and the engine had a sludge build up.
Upon startingvehicle consumer heard a rattling noise from under the hood.without any indication vehicle stalled/ shut down. Dealertoldconsumer that the engine needed to replaced.
While driving at 45 mph, suddenly there was a knocking noise in the engine. The vehicle was taken to the dealership, who indicated that the engine had gummed up, which caused the timing chain tensionor to stick in the opened position. They also, indicated that this is a commonproblem with these engine and the manufacture was aware of the problem, but a remedy or improvement part hasn't been found. The entire engine needed to be replaced.
I purchased a 2000 dodge intrepid 2.7 engine. The engine locked up while driving on a highway, luckly i was able to control the car eno0ugh to pull it to the side of the road. My family was in the car. I had the car towed to a garage where the macanic had told me that this has been happening quit frequently with this model car. So i began to look online and i found thousands of people who had experiencd the same problem. This is a danger and should be checked into before there are fatalities, and there very well may be. These cars should be recalled for engine failure.
My 2000 dodge intrepid presently has sludge in the engine, and my extend warranty will not pay for any repairs. My car sounded like a diesel engine as if something had broke within the engine, this all happen on march 5th, 2003 i supplied documentation to show that my oil was changed as required but to know avail would the warranty company assist me in repairing my engine or even given me any alternatives other than it would cost me $10,500.00 to repair.the shop manager explained to me that the 2.7 engines are really crap and there is not much that can be done to correct this obvious defect.i am extremely disappointed that these engines were not recalled, for as long as i have been an owner of cars i have never had an engine go out or will be going out without any warning.i want to be included in the class action suit that is pending with dodge/intrepid problems. *nlm
While driving 60 mphengine failed.dealer stated the engine needed to be replaced because of sludge build up.
While driving 45 mph vehicle stalled.consumer was unable to restart vehicle, and had it towed to the dealer for inspection, andmechanic determined that engine blew out, and needed to be replaced.
We regularly serviced our car and did not have any problems leading up to our engine failure.after leaving work one evening, i started my car up and it sounded like a muffled motorcycle in the engine.we had just checked the oil level five days prior to the engine going out and the level was fine, but upon checking it that night it read that there was no oil in the car.we took took it to our shop; they recommended that we take it to the dealer.the mechanic at the dealership told us that there was major sludge build up and the oil must be burning internally. Our indicator lights, which work, never even came on to alert us to a problem with the oil or engine, and we never experienced any oil leaking.after them taking it apart to find the problem and putting it back together they said that the timing was off and they could not guarantee how long the car would drive.it cost us $600 and we had to have it towed home because the car would no longer run.it would have cost us another $250 for them to put it back together with not even a day guarantee of running.we opted for the $75 tow..they told us at the dealership that a used engine would run about $3000/new $6000 or we could trade our car in, which we still owe $9000 on, and they would give us $300 on the trade-in.they said that they could get us a "new" dodge intrepid that has the "new" engines in them.the mechanic stated that not only did he have the same car with the same problem (which he got rid of) but that there were two other intrepids there for servicing with the exact same problem.obviously, there is problem with these cars.we are now left with trying to buy a used engine or buy a used car.either way we are left with a hefty note to pay and a car that looks nice but doesn't run.
My 2000 dodge intrepid motor blew without any warning.i changed the oil on or before it was due.no lights came on to warn me that the engine was getting hot. At 108,000 miles i have no car to drive but i still have 3500. To pay on it.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.while the contact's daughter was driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle began to smoke and make a grinding noise.she drove the vehicle back home.a mechanic stated that the engine failed.the failure mileage was 128,000.
The tensioner unit on the timing chain caused the timing chain to fail completely, causing engine failure to the tune of $2,100.00.only 60,500 miles on vehicle.also had cam sensor replace two days prior to the failure of the timing change, cam sensor cost was $205.00.
Traveling at 70 mph when a light tapping followed by an immediate loss of power and steering causing an emergency pull off from the passing lane of the highway. Several attempts at a restart resulted in a sound like bolts in a coffee can. Engine oil filler tube showing severe sludge deposit.this car has been well maintained.
Defective 2.7 liter dodge intrepid (2000) engine.engine sludge buildsup with proper maintenance. Time chain broken 1st time at 62837 miles, sensors problems because of sludging at 64694 miles. Timing chain broke again 12/04. Car in not running at this time.
Dt:the contact stated that vehicle was making a ratcheting sound.there were no warning lights illuminating,indicating that there was a problem with the vehicle.upon inspection, a local mechanic found there was massive sludge build-up in the engine. The mechanicreplaced the timing chain, timing chain cover, and the oil pan.the engine may have to be replaced, but at this time they were going to try to repair the vehicle.there has been routine maintenance performed on the vehicle.updated 1/11/2006.the replacement parts did not resolve the problem and the engine had to be replaced.
Dt*:the contact stated the check engine oil light illuminated, the vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop.the repair shop determined the oil pressure was low and the engine would need replacing soon.no repairs made and the vehicle was sold.
While turning a corner at 15 mph the consumer heard a popping sound coming from the engine.the engine was idling roughly just before the vehicle stalled.the vehicle was taken to the dealer, who found that there was a build up of sludge in the engine.
Purchased a 2000 dodge intrepid 2.7l engine from a local dealer less than 8 months ago. We provided regular maintenance and performance checks on this vehicle. Without warning, while driving down a busy road (45 mph) the engine started making a tremendous clattering, and lost a great deal of power. I nearly missed being rear-ended with my 3-yr old son in the back seat!!!! i still owe $5000 on this car, have been quoted $5000-$6000 to repair it, and must carry full coverage insurance for it to sit in my driveway. When contacting daimler-chrysler, i am put on hold and no one ever comes back on the line to finish my complaint.
When starting the vehicleconsumer noticed a loud knocking noise coming from the engine.
Motor sludge,timing chain,motor locked up after $1500.00.
The engine on my 2000 dodge intrepid, with 64k miles; simply died.towed it to my independent mechanic, who said the engine was worthless, because of no oil in the passages. This cars oil has been changed religiously, and has never had the oil light register a problem.after investigating the problem, just a bit on the internet, as well with the local dodge dealers, i found: in just 2small dealerships in my area, 17 autos have had the same problem and had to either discard the auto or replace the engine ($4900 approx.) the internet showed numerous other complaints, including one who was starting a class-action suit.i hope your agency can help me and other owners with this serious consumer problem.thanks.
While driving at 50 mph uphill, engine stuck in passing gear then lost power. Valves started knocking, engine died shortly thereafter. I was advised by my dealership repair shop that engine must be replaced. Estimated cost $3500 for a used engine. Another mechanic advised me not to bother because it will just happen again due to the timing chain design and the sludging effect to the engine. I bought my intrepid 1 year ago, still owe over $6000 on it and it's not drivable. This engine design is defective. You can have mine to see the results.
The engine on my 2000 dodge intrepid failed at about 55,000 miles.
My 2000 dodge intrepid with 2.7l engine just turned 80,000 miles on the odometer then wouldn't start one day after work. Had it looked at by 2 mechanics whom both told me the timing chain and rocker arm was completely shot and car basically would need a new engine because of sludge build up. They also stated that this is extremely common for this car. Approximately cost of new engine is $5000, more than trade-in value so decided to buy another more reliable car.my intrepid still is sitting unrepaired in my driveway, however i'm still making payments on it. I'll never buy a dodge/chrysler vehicle again!!!
My 2000 dodge intrepid had an engine problem at 69,000 miles.apparently this is a problem with these 2.7 liter engines and is not backed by chrysler.i would like to add my name to the list of complaints.
While attempting to make a left turn onto the freeway vehicle stopped.vehicle was towed, and it was discovered that engine was defective.
I have a 2000 dodge intrepid and had a sudden engine failure on june 12, 2003 it caused rapid acceleration/ deceleration and there could have been serious injury to other parties and myself, had in it occurred in a populated area instead of the country road i was on.the engine failed and had to be replaced.*nlm
While driving the engine light illuminated, and blinked. Then, engine completely shut down. It was later determined that there was sludge in the engine. The vehicle's rack and pinion also failed.
While driving heard bang and car lost power and began to tap.immediately pulled over and shut car down.upon inspection found motor was full of anti-freeze.water pump shaft bearings broke into "pieces" flooding engine with anti-freeze.installed new water pump and timing chain, but too much damage was already done.car repair costs too much to fix, have been advised by mechanics that problems will persist with this 2.7 motor.additionally, air conditioning fails repeatedly.power window unit fails repeatedly.front end problems.we tried to have the problem fixed, but apparently there is no "fix" for this engine.
Consumer took vehicle into the dealer for engine noise, dealer stated needed to replaceengine.
Ltr fm gregory roszel (ny) re his 2000 chrysler dodge intrepid, vehicle has a defective engine, wants his car repaired at no charge.*phthe consumer stated while driving, the timing chain broke.
Engine power loss due to severe lower end rod knock
While slowing down at a stop lightvehicle stalled.consumer tried to restart vehicle,but was not able to do so.vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection, andmechanicdetermined that engine needed to be replaced.
Engine dead.car acted like it was going to cut out, got loud then died.the loss created being without a car for some time over three months without a reliable vehicle.the car was towed to a garage as of yesterday 3/28/06, i was going to have them do work on it.when i was told to contact nhtsa, i had asked them to wait.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.while driving 68 mph, the contact heard a clicking noise and the engine stalled without warning.the vehicle was towed.a local mechanic diagnosed the vehicle as needing a new engine.the current and failure mileages was under 62,000.updated 02/01/08. *ljupdated 02/01/08
The car was found with no oil, no signs of leakage found. Next dayengine broke down. The pannel warning lights of "check oil" or "check engine" never turned on, all pressure appeard normal. Always kept with regular maintenance and oil change. No warning sigs from the vehicle at any time.
Engine faliure while driving- no warning.
About 3 weeks ago while driving vehicle stopped suddenly.consumer was able to get it restarted and drove it home.engine light came on.mechanic saidproblem was the sensor, later, after 2 diagnotic testings, she found out that valve spring was broken.**jg
Dt*:the contact stated while driving at 45 mph, the engine stalled.the vehicle was towed to the dealership for inspection.the dealer determined the engine would have to be replaced due to sludge buildup. Updated 04/06/06.
Defective engine failed due to timing chain issue.car has only 41,000 miles on it and has been well maintained with oil changes, etc.chrysler does not want to take any responsibility for the faulty design in the engine.engine cannot be repaired, must be replaced at a cost of $6,000.00.i am still investigating other complaints and gathering more back-up material before i am willing to give up my fight with chrysler.
Knocking in engine. Crank bearings damaged. Replaced.40k mi later clanking in engine. Hydraulic timing chain tensioner failure.-both failures due to poor engine oil circulation and sludge.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.while exiting the expressway at 40 mph, the contact heard a strange noise and pulled into a gas station.when she attempted to restart the vehicle, the engine shut off.the contact will have the vehicle towed to her residence.the vin was unknown.the current and failure mileages were 130,000.
Engine began making loud noises, took to wildle dodge chrysler who informed me that the engine is knocking, sludge, noisy, and that i need a new engine.at 77,620 miles, and still owing $4300 in the vehicle, i did not feel i should have to spend $5000 for a new engine.when we called the manufacturer, they stated that i did not regularly change my oil causing my own problem.i was very frustrated at that accusation since we did change the oil regularly, we just didn't have all the receipts to prove it.i don't understand how chrysler can get away with this since there are over 400 customers that this happened to.they should be ashamed.
2.7 bad motors.
2000 intrepid w/54k miles blew (2) holes in the timing chain covers while driving on highway route 422 in ohio at 11 pm 2/5/06. Towed car in for repairs and sludge build up was under the valve covers. Purchased car from halper chrysler dealership on 2/17/05.we only added 13k miles on it in 12 months. We did regular oil changes but it still built up sludge in the motor. Our 19 year old son was driving our car back to college when it blew.we are glad he is safe and he is a strong enough young man to hold the wheel when this happened.the add on warranty we purchased will not cover this repair since it appears the oil was not changed regularly so we now have a $7k in repairs to make or a $7k driveway ornament until it's paid off.
- the contact stated that while drivingthe2000 dodge intrepid at35 mph the vehicle slowed down to5 mph without warning. This occurred when she attempted to depress the brake to stop at a red light. She felt as if the vehicle was out of control. The the lights on the dashboard started blinking.the vehicle then lost power. The contact stated that she was unable to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to a mechanic, and they advised the contact that there was a problem with the engine. Also, the vehicle was taken to a different mechanic, and they informedthe contact of the samething . The vehicle had 39,700 miles.
Dodge intrepid motor locked up due to sludge.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.the engine failed while turning into a parking lot.the contact coasted the vehicle into a parking space and pushed it the rest of the way.when he restarted the vehicle twenty minutes later, he heard a knocking sound coming from the engine.he shut off the vehicle and later had it towed to the chrysler dealer.the engine was replaced 9,000 miles prior to this recent failure.the dealer stated that there was no oil in the engine and, as a result, the failure was not covered under warranty.the contact called the manufacturer's costumer service hotline and they stated that they would have the dealer diagnose the failure again.he is still awaiting their response.the contact discovered thousands of complaints on other websites related to this engine failure.the speed was unknown.the current and failure mileages were 87,000.
Dt*:the contact stated while driving at 55 mph the vehicle hesitated and stalled.the vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was determined to have engine sludge.the engine will need to be replaced.
While traveling on the highway without prior warning, the vehicle shut down.the dealer was made aware of the problem. *ph *sc
My engine died at 45,000 miles.we had regular maintenance, including oil changes, done by our mechanic, and have all of our receipts.
While driving vehicle stalled.consumer tried to restart vehicle, but was unable to do so. Consumer coasted the vehicle to the shoulder.then,had the vehicle towed torepair shop, and mechanic determined that the engine needed replacement due to a blown head gasket. Consumer informed the mechanic that this problem occurred more than once, and the problem had not been resolved.
Engine made noise. Took to dealer who stated the car needed a new engine. The car has 85,000 mile, used by experienced drivers. Serviced fairly regularly approximately every 4000 to 5000 miles. Dealer says car has lot of sludge. We fail to understand why a serviced car should have lot of sludge. Was the service done properly? is the intrepid designed badly?
Vehicle's time chain broke and head cams blew out.*mrwhile driving the vehicle stalled.the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was determined that the timing chain broke and in turn destroyed the engine.the vehicle was equipped with a jasper motor.the consumer is requesting assistance. *nlm
Engine failure on 2000 dodge intrepid while driving on us interstate 77 south no previous warning.
2000 dodge intrepid with 57,000 miles that has oil changed like clock work. Car has thrown a rod and is needing a new engine. My extended warranty company is refusing to pay due to saying my engine had sludge on it.
While driving at 35 mph and without any warningengine stalled. Vehicle was taken to independent shop, mechanic indicated engine had a lot of sludge and needed to be replaced.dealer stated it was consumer's fault due tom poor maintenance.
My engine failed while driving from pittsburgh,pa to charlestown,va. I was unable to get any help from chrysler. I have a 2.7 liter engine. I own a 2000 intrepid. It died last year in 2007. The car just had turned 80,000 miles during the trip. It was just paid off. It cost me over 5,000 dollars to replace it.
30 miles from home jan. 2010 driving a 2000 dodge intrepid without warning blinking oil light, hammering engine, less than a minute later complete engine failure. Car now sits in my driveway.have made no repairs as it is $3500, i've been quoted. Still 10 payments to go on this vehicle. Car ran like a dream before this experience. No problems at all, reg oil changes and maintenance.
Dt*:the contact stated upon starting the vehicle the engine knocked.the vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was determined engine sludge was the cause of the problem and the engine needs replaced, however no repairs have been made.
My 2000 dodge intrepid just blew two rod bearings and the chain in the front crank case cut all the throughthe metal after 81,000 miles and 6 years of owning the vehicle. The problem all started when i had to have my seat replaced via the seat recall dodge issued (which the dealership did not notify me about, i had to find this out myself via the internet). So, i took my 2000 dodge intrepid into my local dealership, to have the seat replaced and while they were at it, i authorized some other repairs that needed to be done to my intrepid (all out of warranty). I get the car back a day or two later, drive it off the lot and start to hear a ''knocking'' sound when the rpm''s would hit around 4000 '' 5000 rpm''s. The ''knocking'' went on for another day or two without clearing up, so i took my 200 dodge intrepid back to dealership to find out what the deal was, since they just serviced my vehicle. The dealership told me that i would have to pay them another $380.00 to have my engine pulled apart to diagnose the problem. I was very upset about this, but gave them permission to do pull the engine apart to fix the problem, figuring this would all be covered by their 12 month or 12,000 mile warranty they provide on their work/repairs they do. I get a call 2 '' 3 hours later stating that the news is not good and that my 2000 dodge intrepid had two blown rod bearings, as well as the chain had cut all the way through the crank case. The dealership blamed this on being poorly maintained, then when i told them that was not accurate, as i was very religious on changing my oil every 3,000 miles, they tried to blame the problem on oil sludge caused by the oil i was using (pennzoil). I asked dodge how pennzoil would feel if i told them that dodge was telling their customers that pennzoil oil caused oil sludge and the dealership had no comment. They also didn't have any comment on why other engines run & last using pennzoil oil and their engines do not, still no good answer from them.
While drivingat low or high speeds engine was knocking. Dealer stated theneed toreplace the engine at owner's expense of $ 6,000 dollars.independent mechanic found alot of sludge in the engine.
I own a 2000 dodge intrepid. The engine failed to run with just over 75,000 miles. I had the engine diagnosed and was told that it was sludge that caused the timing chain tensioner to freeze and knock the timing chain off which in turn caused a complete failure due to this being a interference engine. I was surprised when my local dealer was not aware of any problems with the 2.7 litre engine. I called jasper engines, who is the nations leading seller of remanufactured engines, and they told me the design flaws in the original engine. I feel that if i was able to learn the truth, the manufacturer should have been able to.
2000 dodge intrepid low oil warning light on even after engine flushing and numerous oil changes.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 30 mph on a city street, the oil and check engine light illuminated and the engine stalled without warning.the engine would not restart.the vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop, who determined there was excessive oil sludge, and the engine needed to be replaced.the manufacturer was not alerted.
Dodge 2000 2.7 liter dohc v6 engine failure with only 80k miles. Had to replace entire engine due to "sludge". Bought used, told not covered under warranty. Dealer stated this is a common problem with this engine (wish they had told us before purchased the car).
The engine blew and the vehicle stalled. This occurred when the accelerator pedal was depressed to increase speed upon changing lanes.the consumer was able to coast over to the median. The dealership indicated that the crank shaft bearing had seized up which stop the flow of oil to the engine.
I purchased a new 2000 dodge intrepid april 15, 2000.while on my way to thanksgiving dinner, on the expressway, the oil light came on & 2 seconds later the car stopped.i finally was able to move it to the right lane (there is no emergency parking on the van wyck) when all lights including my hazard lights went out.my family and i almost died on the expressway.i had it towed to a dealer that night and after repeated calls to them they responded six days later telling me the starter needed replacing and i needed a new battery.when i called to find out when it could be picked up, they told me i had a seased engine and they did could not tell me why.my warranty was for 7 years or 50,000 miles; however, i now had 60,000 miles there fore i am no longer covered and must pay $7000 for a new engine. I owe $13,000 on my car note, the dealer told me to pay of the note and come buy another car.i have researched and found numerous cases of seased engines on the model.the manufacturer is aware of this dangerous condition, my family was almost killed and i am sure there have been cases where this condition has been fatal.something must be done. *la
Motor seized up on a trip to chattanooga about an hour drive from our house. *la
I have a 2000 dodge intrepid with the 2.7l engine heard loud chattering noise coming from front of engine. Took to mechanic and had to have all rocker arms replaced and a timing chain haven't had any problems since. I was told sludge was the problem and i was told not to use any oil with paraffin wax in it which is most of your oil change places. I also hear a clunk in the right front tire area hope it is just a strut and not my rack and pinion system.
Our 2000 dodge intrepid experienced an engine failure that resulted in loss of the vehicle because it would be more expensive to repair than it was worth.we had to have the vehicle towed and the repaid technician alerted us to the fact that this particular engine was known by chrystler to have engine oil sludge problems due to faulty design.dodge should stand behind their product.this was our first and only chrystler product we will ever purchase...we are going to purchase our first foreign made vehicle, a honda this time!!!
When making a left or right turnvehicle just cut offwithout prior warning.dealershipwas aware ofproblem.
While driving 55 mph the vehicle lost all power and steering.none of the dash light illuminated to indicate a problem.the vehicle was towed and it was later determined that the engine had blown.the consumer stated that no engine light came on.the engine had 84000 miles on it.*tc
The engine failed while driving between 55-60 mph.there was a knocking noise in the engineand the vehicle lurched forward, then slow down.the vehicle did this for about a mile, afterwards, it stalled.this was due to an oil sludge build up which was caused by a design flaw.the vehicle had a variety of electrical problems throughtout three years. *sc
Dt: the contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid. After running the car for just under 5 years with less than 78,000 miles the engine broke down without warning.after taking it to the dealership the service technicianindicated the engine was filled withsludge, and repairs would cost $7000.the car was adequately maintained according to manufacturer'srecommendations. Chryslerrefused to help with the cost of the engine. Individuals spoken with at national center, and dealership was surprised that the chrysler manufacturer would not cover cost of engine.
2000 dodge intrepid;began making knocking noise in engine and took to mechanic and he advised that engine was about to fail. It wasn't but a week later that my wife enroute home and the engine quit.
2000 dodge intrepidthis 2.7 engine has a major engineering flaw in the motor. Even though i have maintained oil changes there is still engine sludge in the motor which has disabled my motor and i cannot drive it anymore.the extended warranty refuses to pay for the repairs even though i had proof of oil changes.there are numerous people with the dodge intrepid's with the 2.7 engines who are experiencing the same problems yet the auto maker refuses to see there is a problem.my check engine light has never come on and had the ticking noise in the engine not become so obvious in the last week or so before taking it in to the shop, i would have probably at some point locked the motor up not knowing there was an engine problem causing problems for myself as well possibly other people on the highway. This car had a slight ticking in the engine when i purchased it but was told it was normal engine noise.when i bought the car it had a little over 31,000 miles on it and have only had it two years this past jan.(04) and it has a little over 58,000 miles now and now the motor is shot i still owe over 11,000 on the car and they are quoting me a price of 4,800 and some odd dollars to fix it.this is a problem that needs to be addressed and a recall needs to be done on these 2.7 engines.after researching the net. I have discovered that numerous people have this problem and are done the same way i have been done.chrysler needs to stand behind their work and acknowledge there is a problem with the 2.7 engines instead of giving customers like myself who have maintained oil changes grief.
My 2000 dodge intrepid engine failed with no warning while driving, almost caused a bad accident.
Engine failure many censors blew in a span of a year.
I purchased a 2000 dodge intrepid from gary smith ford of fort walton beach in early june 2005. Every since the day i purchased it,the vehicle has been overheating and breaking down intermittently. In the first month of ownership the vehicle was in the playground automotive repair shop (fort walton beach, fl) a total of 16 days. The repair shop kept stating they could not find anythingwrong with the vehicle. The 2000 dodge intrepid has continued to overheat and breakdown sometimes in heavy traffic and numerous accidents have been narrowly averted. Gary smith ford has been no assistance in correcting this problem and they have told me it's my problem not theirs. What are my options at this point?
Was driving home from work and engine started making a loud horrible knocking sound.had it checked by a mechanic and he said there was sludge in it.
At 90,015 serviced miles, the vehicle was traveling at 60 mph.check engine light came on and the engine failed.driver coasted to a stop several hundred feet.tensioner failed after motor seized up.dealer offered to install new engine for >$4500 and was told to call national number.dodge told me that my only recourse was in court, and that was the end of the conversation. *nlm
Contact states:contact has had the engine redone twice. The valves to the enginemade a noise.the first time the engine failedthe car stopped completely while driving on the highway. Took vehicle to the dealer, and the dealer saidengineneeded to be replaced again.it has only been 12 months since the last engine was redone.whenvehicle shut offon the freeway it almost caused an accident.
2 yrs. Ago i had bought a 2000 dodge intrepid, now the engine is about to blow, there is a loud knocking noise, sometimes the car gets hot and shuts down, check engine light goes on all of the time, oil changes are done regularly with synthetic oil. Engine sounds very rough and idles very high. Started doing this at about 75,000 miles - just in time for my warranty to be up. I have seen a lot of complaints on line about the same thing. I tried to trade it in, no one wants it because they say the engine is about to blow and i still owe too much, way more than they say it is worth.i can't afford to buy a whole new engine.this is my only form of transportation.please help.
Stopped at intersection engine died. Towed home. My husband who is a master tech. Says the engine has 1&2 rods burned to the crank. Car has 78,000 miles. My husband said we changed to syn.oil at 40,000 to get rid of the sludge, it did not work. So i am 63 and my car is ruined we can not afford another. Thanks chrysler you have made my life.
Dt: the contact states vehicle stalled and the engine died immediately.she was unable to restart the engine.the vehicle had to be towed to an independent repair shop.the mechanic discovered sludge in the engine.he rebuilt the engine, and suggested that the contactuse a thinner type of oil in the future.currently, the problem recurred.
Bad engine {sludge}.*nlm
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.the contact heard a buzzing noise and the engine shut off without warning.the vehicle has not yet been diagnosed.the purchase date was unknown.the current and failure mileages were 139,000.
Check engine and oil light came on car began to slow down in rush hour traffic, got off to side of road. Car would not re-start. Towed back to dealer said nothing wrong.
Going down road the car just locked up.
I have a 2000 dodge intrepid 2.7 liter engine within the last 7 months i have had engine failures. I have a little over 60000 miles on the car. I have been informed even by my local dodge dealer and other mechanics this is a common thing. My local dealer wants me to put in a 3.2 liter motor.
2000 dodge intrepid with 56000 miles with blown engine. The car suddenly seized up with no warning. I was told the car was not worth reparing.
My dodge intrepid, 65000 miles, purchased brand new, had its oil light come on and a knock start in the engine. After bringing it to a dealer, was told that i need a new engine for $5700.. Out of warranty, claim through daimler chrysler was denied, citing failure to follow scheduled maintenance. I supplied dates and mileage and receipts showing all but one oil change done under the recommended 7500 mile limit. Now being told it should be every 3 thousand miles. This is not what the warranty book says.
2000 dodge intrepid 2.7l dohc - 47000 miles -complete engine failure - less than 30 seconds before failure - engine light came on, then all systems shut down while going 45 mph - car skidded off road - luckily no one was physically injured - just emotionally distraught - cost of replacement engine $3500.we had followed maintance procedures - engine had all appropriate levels of fluids including oil.this could have been a fatal situation under different circumstances, such as weather, road conditions and experience of driver.car was out of warranty.
Engine check light came on. Dealer rewired ignition coil. Since then, vehicle has stalled twice.dealer could notremedy problem.
Also experiencing engine problems, all four window reglators replaced, and door panels need replacement, and was never notified of recall on seat belt latches.
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Engine made noise upon arriving work parking lot.sounded like fan blade on shroud.examined, found no evidence of problem.after workthe car sounded fine. Drove home, approximated 10 miles.noise reappears and very quickly engine seized at very low speed on residential street.would not turn over properly.failure is to rod bearings 3, 5 and 6.main bearings and other rod bearings appear to be ok.heads appear to have sludge on top.oil pan is relatively clean.oil and filter have been changed regularly since i purchased car.
2000 dodge intrepid 2.7 engine developed a knockingdealer stated sludge build up in engine, due to lack of maintenance.this has happened to a good percentage of thease engines. Must be a design flaw. Daughters car, father is retired army motor sgt, father maintained the car, with the large number of these instances, why isn't the government investigating?
2.7 v6 engine began to make noises like the valve train was starving for oil. Loud clatter. Took to a local mechanic who tried to repair the engine by replacing the timing chainm tensioner. Engine was never correct after that and failed. William t. Pritchard dodge's service writer told me to get rid of the car and that the 2.7 v6 daimler chrysler engine was nothing but junk!
I had a engine seize up after 22,000 miles because of engine sludge. I have had at least 4 oill changes on the vehicle about every 5,000 miles . Manufacturer recommended states that maximun is 75000 miles. I have a 3 year old car with 22,000 miles on it and a seized engine. Can you help????
Engine failure at 70,000 miles.
Car was exiting highway and while on exit ramp a popping sound was heard in the engine compartment. Car was immediately pulled over on the side of the ramp and engine was turned off. The car was towed to a repair garage. The mechanic stated that one cylinder had no compression and the top of the engine was disassembled. The mechanic found that the piston was detached/broken from the crankshaft and would require a major engine overhaul or engine replacement.
Car went off while turning turn it back on it made a rattle noise in the engine
Consumer states engine seized without warning while driving on highway.checked by dlr who could not determine problem. Mr
Vehicle randomly stalls at 65 to 70 mph. Dealer has been contacted.please provide any further information.
At under 60,000 miles on my 2000 dodge intrepid, w/2.7l v-6 engine developed an extremely loud engine knock.in speaking with others in the automotive industry, that make their living working on cars, they've all told me that "yes, this is indeed a problem with that engine", and that they're personally aware of numerous others that have experienced the same fate. Chrysler corp is doing nothing about it whatsoever, and i'm left with a non working car that i still owe $4,000 on, and for a new engine, i'm looking at close to $6,500, and the car can't be sold for that much.something needs to be done to get chrysler corp to step up to the plate, and honor their name, and pay for or reimburse the thousands of consumers across the country that have had the same problems with their vehicles.just do a search on the internet, and you'll find endless complaints of the same exact thing, low mileage engine failures on that particular engine, the 2.7 l v-6.
On feb 17,2006,my kids was goingout of town after about 55 miles out of town. My daughter heard a sound under the hood,the oil light came on she pulled over on interstate 10 . Then she tried to start it up again and it wouldn'tstart. The tow truck came after about an hour. Took it to the shop and we was told the engine had locked up (blew). It only have about 71,000 miles, bought at about 18,300 miles paid cash. I was told it is hard to find a used motor and it will cost from 2,500-3,000 to fix it and a new motor will cost 4-6,000 dollars.we can't afford that we have 2 kids in college and 2 kids to graduate next year and plus 2 smaller kids,on a fixed income and my husband is disabled. Someone needs to do something about this problem because i have read a lot of complaints tonight. I would have never known this many people was having the same problem i am having. This is a shame. Please do something. Thank you
Engine failed without warning at 90k miles.it was always maintained with synthetic oil.the engine had to be replaced and i have the old parts available.
My wife and i were driving home last week, when i noticed a rattle in the engine under acceleration. No oil light. I pulled over and checked the oil level. It was fine.we drove home with no problems. A couple of days later my wife was driving home when the motor stalled and would not start again. We had the car towed to a garage, where the engine was inspected and shown to have bottom-end damage. Final analysis: replacement of engine. Total cost $5,400.00
The oil lamp came on while sitting at a stoplight, the engine tachometer read below 500rpm and the vehicle was up to temperature. Once the vehicle accelerated through the light the oil lamp turned off. At the next stoplight the oil lamp again came on under the same conditions. After this the vehicle seemed ok. A few days later the oil light came on under the same conditions. An appointment was then made to have the vehicle serviced. Before taking the vehicle in to the dealership the engine was started and made a light ticking noise. This noise did not continue after the engine was shut off and allowed to cool down overnight. The vehicle was towed to the dealership for fear of damaging the engine further. The dealership found that the oil sending unit was not working properly, and also was leaking oil. They found no problems with the oiling system and assured me that the oil pressure and volume was within chrysler's specifications. The dealership replaced the oil sensor for time and material being the vehicle was out of waranty. On the way home from the dealership the engine started making a very loud knocking sound although the oil lamp was not on. The car was then taken to a local repair shop and the timing chain tensioner was found to be stuck allowing slack in the timing chain. After replacing the tensioner with a new tensioner from the dealership and reassembling the engine, the knocking noise was noticibly quieter but still indicated a problem. (note: the engine made no knocking noise at all when cold, it only knocked when up to temperature) the repairman contacted a contact at a different dealership and was informed off of the record that they also had an intrepid in for the same thing, and they had to also replace the timing chain and timing chain guides to rid the vehicle of the knocking sound when up to temperature. The vehicle is curently at the repair shop waiting for the additional parts to see if this remidies the problem.
I was driving home, stopped at a light, the car hesitated and knocked then went. I drove a little further and it began knocking and loosing power. I was traveling up a hill with no shoulder. Pulled over in a safe location and called for help.i had the car towed to graphs automotive. They informed me the engine blew due to the #4 piston. I towed the car back home.
1. No engine problems, regular oil changes, car kept in good mechanical condition2.engine failure @ less than 65,000 miles3.could not afford 6,000 for a remanufactured engine.
2000 dodge intrepid with 2.7 l engine without warning or prior problem blew up while wife driving on freeway. Lost steering due to anti-freeze on belt. She was able to get off roadway without losing control. This engine has thousands of complaints about blown engines due to sludge buildup/water pump/design problems. My vehicle was properly maintained and engine replacement will cost $5000. Chrysler should be held accountable. Us govt. Should step up and enforce recall of defective 2.7l dohc engines!
Consumer stated that2.7 liter engine caught on fire. Consumer was driving andnoticed the smoke under the engine. Consumer opened the hood and the engine was engulfed in flames. There was evidence of motor oil all over the engine. Vehicle was towed to the dealer,who insistedafteran inspection thatvehicle was fine. However, the vehicle had serious engine problems. Consumer'sinsurance company refused to assist stating that this problem was the manufacturer's fault. Consumer contacted the manufacturer, and was told that warranty expired. This vehicle had only 53,000 miles, and became totally useless.
While driving, my dodge intrepid started to shudder.after pulling over and turning off the car, it would no longer restart.it was towed to a service station and they informed me that the 2.7 engine was shot due to sludge.i was shocked since the car was 5 years old, had roughly 78k miles, and was well-maintained.so far chrysler has been unresponsive to my problem.
Going down road the motor locked up.
Complete engine failure for 2000 dodge intrepid 2.7l engine with no prior warnings. Failure caused engine to die, but luckily road was empty and no injuries or damage occured. After exhaustive research on the web, found this problem to be spreading like a wildfire on the same exact engine. Maintenance on my engine has been on schedule with quality parts and oil. Replacement parts are unbelievably high due to the recent high demand on this engine and its situation. Reports of engine failure due to oil sludge and/or timing chain failure can be found easily by searching for 2000 dodge intrepid 2.7 engine problems. Something has to be done regarding this situation before someone actually dies due to engine failure on a busy highway. Most of the time it takes someone dieing before anything happens, but maybe this time something can be done beforehand.
Consumer complained about anengine problem.consumer heard a knock in the motor, and the motor locked up without warning.
Events leading up to the failure included flickering oil light, loud knocking from the engine.the consequences of the failure resulted in complete destruction of the engine.my mechanic advised that the only remedy would be to replace the whole engine.i traded the car in at a severe financial loss.
Premature engine failureon a dodge intrepid 2000 the only 56,000 miles
2000 dodge intrepid engine failed two days after oil change at dealership. Technician stated sludge in engine due to lack of oil change (not true) warranty company refused to pay. Dealer installed new engine at cost of $6485.00.many many complaints about chrysler 2.7 engine with same problem and get the same results from chrysler. Anything you could do would be greatly approiated.
I have a 2000 dodge intrepid with 83,000 miles on it and the engine has quit. This is a common problem with the 2.7 liter and chrysler will not do anything about it.
While driving about 50 mph engine stalled without a prior warning until vehicle had to be towed.
I bought a new 2000 dodge intrepid for 22k, nice car but pc of crap engine. I was aware of the 2.7l piece of crap engine one before my engine died.. I check/change the oil regularly around 2800-3000 miles... Dodge denies consumers do this though..for the last year or so, every 1500 miles i was always down a quart of oil...?no leaks, can't see any smoke.. My engine sensor light came on. Within the next few days my car was acting like i had no oil in it.. No power with engine. I was on the highway right next to a dodge dealer which was convenient. They had diagnosed that my crank and cam sensor were "no good".. And replaced them for $400..a month later i was coming home from work and my oil light came on...? i pulled over into a parking lot to check the oil.. I was only down maybe a pint. The next morning i checked/added the oil and went to work. I never made it to work. About 1/4 mile from work the engine sounded like i was out of oil?? i brought to the repair shop near work. They said it was internal and would touch it after draining some oil and saw metal flakes...i spoke with my mechanic and he told me all about the lovely 2.7 engines.. I went on the internet and have read horror stories about this engine, as well asdodge dealers would do nothing for the consumer. I've been telling everyone i see with a dodge 2.7 to get rid of it fast. And never to buy a "dodge/chrsyler" product until they recall and replace this engine..
My 2000 dodge intrepid 2.7l dohc engine needs to be replaced. I heard a noise that could be described as a "diesel engine" sound while my car was idling and running at lower speeds. I had several friends listen to it and they could not diagnose the problem without getting "inside the engine". I planned on taking my car to the shop the next day, and while my car was parked and in idle, the car died. When trying to restart it, it would run for 5 to 10 seconds and then die again. I had the car towed to a repair shop and the mechanic spent three hours diagnosing the problem and creating an estimate. The bill was $280.00 including the tow and labor. The mechanic indicated that the timing chain broke and subsequently cracked the valve cover and damaged the valves, among other components. The estimate to replace my engine is $4500.00 including parts and labor. I had approximately 70,000 miles on my intrepid. Upon researching this issue on the internet, i found that many other vehicle owners with this same engine came into the same problem, most losing their engine between 30,000 and 70,000 miles. I have not had the work done to my car yet, due to the outrageous cost, and i have to decide now if it is worth it to repair it myself or just purchase another vehicle. Something should be done about this if many other people have had the same problem.
My 17 year old daughter was driving my 2000 dodge intrepid with the 2.7ltr when all of a sudden the motor seized left her with no power starring or brakes thank god she was on a back road when this happened and not the highway who knows what could a happened she was terrified and could not control the car, she managed to stop on the side of the road thankfully she was alright something has to be done about this before people start getting killed in these death machines.
While driving on the freeway vehicle completely shut down. Consumer had the vehicle towed to a repair shop.there, it was discovered that the engine had a build up of sludge,and the check engine light came on and stayed.
After drivingconsumer parkedvehicle inside of a garage and went insidethe house. Then she noticed that smoke was coming from garage, and saw vehicle on fire. Consumer believed that fire had started in the engine.
While traveling at about 30 mphengine sensor light started to flash.consumer started to exit highway whenvehicle completely died.consumer states this was a very dangerous situation because ofoncoming vehiclesthat were speeding in that direction. Vehicle was towed to dealer.dealer stated that motor was locked andengine exploded. But, consumer heard no explosion.dealer saidengine needed replacement.please provide any further information.
Bought car used from dealership, next day car ran out of gas, guage registered over quarter full, took to dealership, was supposedly "repaired", 5 days later ran out of gas same place on fuel guage(just over a quarter tank), took it to dealership, has been in the shop for 4 days so far, hopefully they'll fix it this time.much inconvenience, loss of work.but dealership has covered all repairs.worried about oil sludge problem.
When driving at any speed or at any given time vehicle will cut off withoutprior warning which caused loss of all power. Enginechecklightilluminated on the dash.dealer believed problemwas linked tobattery terminal ortransmission. Please provide any further details.
I have a 2000 dodge intrepid with a 2.7l engine. My wife, with my daughter, was driving the vehicle in frankfort, kentucky when the engine began running extremely rough at a stop light. The car would barely move causing her great difficulty in getting out of the intersection. We had the car towed to the jeff sach's dealership in frankfort, ky for repair. We were then told that the engine would have to be replaced due to the engine type.they said that they could re-build the engine but could not guaranteethat the engine would last a week. This vehicle has 80,000 miles on it and is half paid for and chrysler says that the design causes it to be replaced once it goes bad. The dealership informed us that chrysler knew it was a poor design but that was the trade off for more power out of a smaller engine. We called chrysler and were informed that it was not under warranty so there was really no need to call them. In a day where tune ups are not required for the first 100,000 miles on most vehicles,one would seem to expect an engine that did not fail before then either. I have since discovered that this problem is extremely common. Fortunately my wife was stopped and not driving in traffic when the engine failed. If that had been the case she would not have had power steering or brakes with which to control the car.
My engine failed on my 2000 dodge intrepid. The problem started with my timing chain coming apart in the engine with the engine since quitting completely. This is the same type of problem many others have listed on the internet with the timing chain and a huge engine repair cost. I do not have the money to fix a car that is so old, and i'm left paying for a car that doesn't run. Please add my name and information to the other lists of complaints for this dodge intrepid problem.
Dt: contact statesvehicle quit running while backing up to park.the service dealer stated the timing chainbroke which caused no oil in the engine.
Purchased a 2000 dodge intrepid from dadeland dodge in miami, fl.the car is qualified for the lemon law 3 months after purchase, but unaware of such a law and never filed.now it is too late.it is now i decided to take action since the engine blew on 04/12/03.my brother in law was driving and the engine just stopped without warning.i called for a tow truck to be taken to the dealer.the car has about 65,000 miles, and the extended warranty should have covered the repairs; however, the dealer declined.iended up paying $2,714.87 to get the engine rebuilt.in addition, ialso don't have a car for 2 months, and disputed with the dealer and extended warranty company during that span.*la
While driving vehicle stalled. Consumer managed to pull over and had the vehicle towed.dealership informedconsumer that the problempertained to the timing chain failure.
2000 dodge intrepid timing chain failure. This appears to be a common defect with the 2.7l engine. This repair may cost $1,500.
While driving the consumer heard a "knocking" noise coming from top of engine and pulled over.the vehicle was towed to dealer who diagnosed that the tensioner failed which caused the engine to seize. *nlm
While driving at 45 mphvehicle suddenly lostpower.consumer pulled off the road by coasting the vehicle to a complete stop.vehicle was towed to a dealership, who determined that the timing beltbroke and damaged the engine motor.
On christmas day, i was driving on interstate 5 in california on my way to disneyland with my family and very quickly my engine overheated and stalled in the fast lane, thank goodness it was christmas day and there were'nt very many vehicles on the highway. We made it to the shoulder and had a tow truck pick up the vehicle for $120. My vehicle arrived at my mechanic and after a day of reviewing my vehicle he called me and told me that the timing belt failed and i broke 2 piston valves. I needed a new engine. The cost of the engine in $3,000 this is not a cost that is reasonable for a well maintained vehicle repair.
I purchased a 2000 dodge intrepid on 3-28-03.the car had 58000 miles at purchase, was checked out by a mechanic and seemed to be a very good reliable car with service records.i had no trouble, other than theair conditioner not blowing cool air, until 2 weeks ago i noticed a very light ticking sound during acceleration.i have changed the oil twice and now have 62000 miles on it.i took the car to 2 different mechanics both of which did not do internal work and was afraid to diagnose car if they could not fix it. I took the vehicle to the dodge dealer and was told i needed a new timing belt andrepair would run me $1,600.i was upset with the cost and before i agreed to let the dealer repair my vehicle they assured me that i was getting out cheap and if i repaired the car immediately i would not need a new motor.after a week in the shop, the dealer called me back to say i had a blown motor (even though i had drivable car when i left it) and repair costs would exceed $6,000.i still owe $6,200 on a car i have only made 4 payments on to date.i am a working mother with 2 small children and this is our primary source of transportion.after doing a little research on my own i have found that regarding the 2.7 liter engines this problem is more common than not.i have talked to 2 local salvage parts dealers and was told by both that these engines are in very high demand.when i spoke with the daimler chrysler customer service rep i was told that chrysler was aware of the problem but since they have not been forced to recall the product they are under no obligation to repair the problem.so now i am left without the transportation that i will be paying on for the next 2 1/2 years.i amfinancially devastated with no transportation and chrysler knows they are pettling junk with the 2.7 liter engine.i feel violated as a consumer that trusted what once was one of the "big 3".if anyone reading this has had similar problems or suggestions please contact me at [email protected].
I have a 2000 dodge intrepid that has about 91,500 miles. I purchased it from a dodge dealership as a program car. My wife and i have maintained the regularly scheduled maintenance on the vehicle for as long as we've had it. On 3/2/04 my wife took the vehicle to have the oil changed and the fluids checked. On 3/3/04 my wife noticed the engine making a strange "knocking" noise. We took the vehicle back to where we got the oil change done on 3/5/04 and they stated that the noise had nothing to do with the oil change. We parked the vehicle until 3/6/04, and when my wife went out to start the vehicle and take it to the dealership, it wouldn't start. I then had the vehicle towed to the dealership on 3/8/04. The vehicle sat at the dealership from 3/8/04 to 3/12/04. On 3/12/04 i went to the dealership to find out what was going on and they said it "sounded" like the timing chain was broken. I told them i would take my vehicle to another mechanic to get a second opinion, and they gave me a diagnostic sheet with "engine failure" and a quoted repair cost of $3,100. I had the vehicle towed back home on 3/12/04 where it sat until 3/15/04. The vehicle was then towed to another mechanic where he took the time to open the engine and tell me exactly what the problem was. He advised that the timing chain tensioner was broken, which in turn threw off the timing and caused the valves to bend. He stated it would be cheaper to get another engine than try to fix this one. The cheapest used engine he could find for me was $3,650. I called the dealership back and told them my findings and they claimed it could have been because of poor maintenance. I asked how much a new engine would cost and he stated between $6,000 and $7,000. I then called the 800 number for customer service and then stated that then couldn't help.while looking through my owners manual, the timing is not scheduled to be checked until 100,000 miles.
Dt: the contact stated while drivingvehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to a local dealership. They replaced the timing chain, intake manifold, coolant tube, andserpentine belt. The vehicle was driven home. The vehicle drove fine for awhile. The vehicle then experienced the sameproblem. Itwas taken back to the dealership,andthey replaced the chain tensioner. The vehicle drove fine again for awhile. Then it started experiencing the same problem.it was taken to an independent repair shop. They found that when the previous dealership had replaced the chain tensioner they had not tightened the bolts properly. This caused the valves and the head to be warped. No repairs weremade.
While drivingtiming belt failed and damaged theengine. Vehicle was taken to the dealer, and technicianreplacedthe engine at consumer's expense of $7,500.
While driving at 60 mph consumer heard a loud noise, then vehicle stalled.towed vehicle to anindependent repair shop, and technician stated that timing belt broke, and damaged the engine.
Timing chain wears out prematurely.
While driving approximately 40 mph engine inadvertently stalled. When taken to get it serviced it was determined that stalling was due to the timing chain.
When driving at an undetermined speed andwithout warningvehicle stalled. This caused the driver to drift to the side of the road. Consumer towed the vehicle to the dealership for inspection, and mechanicdetermined that timing chainfailed.
Dt:the contact stated the timing chain tensionerwas replaced three times.it was replaced 500 miles ago, and is currently working correctly.updated 12/27/2005 - each time it failed it caused the engine to seize and result in loss of power steering and power brakes.the timing chain has been replaced at 64306 miles, 72687 miles and 80982 miles.
Timing chain of 2000 chrysler intrepid broke while traviling at highway speed on m84 between saginaw and bay city.
A knocking noise was heard and vehicle was taken to the dealer.the dealer stated that timing belt has to be replaced.
Upon entering the vehicle engine would not start.tookvehicle to dealer, and the timing chain was replaced.the problem has recurred, engine won't start. Dealer stated engine needed to be replaced.
Timing chain broke @ 69,000 miles.2.7 l engine needs to be replaced.
Rattling was heard coming from the engine motor upon starting the vehicle.the vehicle was towed to a mechanic, who indicated that the noise was due to an interference motor.the timing chaincame off of the engine.this engine was in high demand due to thehigh failure rate which wouldcost $45000-$65000 to replace.*sc
2000 dodge intrepid 2.7 l v6 - timing chain failed while in traffic making the car inoperable.time cover exploded.valves are bent.cannot be repaired. Will require entire new motor.
Dt: contact stated there was a small amount of sludge in the oil system, causing the timing chain to break, causingthe valves to collapse.
We have a 2000 dodge intrepid.the engine failed just past our warranty.the dealership where we purchased the car and chrysler corporation both dismissed our complaint as quickly as possible.after talking to several auto industry workers and researching this engine online, we have come to realize that this is a huge problem that has probably affected thousands of intrepid owners.
Dt*:the contact stated there was a noise coming from the engine.it sounded as though valves were clanking.the noise occurred one day prior to the vehicle not starting.the vehicle was towed to the dealership.the dealership determined the timing chain broke causing the valves to fall into the pistons.the engine needs to be rebuilt as a result.
While drivingoil pressure light illuminated on the dashboard followed by unwanted deceleration.vehicle was taken to the dealership, who indicated that oil pressure sensor failed, and needed to be replaced. The sensor was replaced, the engine was flushed, and an oil change performed.the failure recurred.dealership then replaced the oil pump.the unwanted deceleration recurred without the oil light coming on, and vehicle lost oil pressure.dealership replaced thetiming belt, and gear shift.also, had to drop the oil pan to check for sludge in the engine.
2000 dodge intrepid. Timing chain failure at 79,000 due to oil sludge.vin# [xxx]. Dealer and dcx not supporting. Reviewed on case by case basis.updated 07/27/2012 information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)
Check oil light kept coming on, took to dealer and they repaired problem, two times to get it done.dealer said oil pressure was fine/28/04 - timing chain failure, only 37,000 miles on car.bought new in 2000. Engine valves were damaged.dealer took 2 1/2 weeks to repair lso had to replace tie rod ends.
While driving at 35 mph, suddenly a loud tapping noise was heard from engine compartment.then, the vehicle stalled.vehicle was towed to the dealership.the timing chainbroke.this was a common problem with these my vehicles.
While driving 15 mph vehicle stalled.consumerwas unable to restart the vehicle, and had it towed to a garage for inspection. Mechanic determined that thesteering power assist pumpand timing belt needed to be replaced.
Dt: the contact stated while driving heard a clanking noise underneath the hood. He immediately drove the vehicle to theservice dealership for inspection. The service dealer determined thatthe timing chain stretched and released metal shavings into the engine, resulting in a complete engine failure. The engine was disassembled to estimate the damages. The final diagnosis concluded that theengine would have to be replaced. No repairs have been performed.
Consumer complained aboutengine problems.vehicle was taken to a dealer, where the mechanic found sludge on the timing chain.this caused internal damage to the engine, and the enginehad to be replaced.
Consumer noticed that the engine began making loud noises.the vehicle was serviced by a dealership who informed the consumer that the timing chain needed to be replaced. *nlm
While driving timing chain broke. Tookvehicle ito dealer to have it repaired,and was told that vehicleneeded an new engine.
Dt:contact states when she starting thevehicle there was a loud noise.the dealership said it was the oil gasket, alternator idler pulley, and the air conditioner idler pulley.she has not contacted the manufacturer.she contacted dealer about theextended warranty. They stated the parts for her vehicle was not covered by her warranty.the dealership will repair the vehicle atcontact's expense.
I was driving to work, low oil pressure light came on. Car stopped working had and extended warranty, took it to a mechanic. Mechanic found that the timing chain had broke causing the motor to go out. Per tech sludge cause the timing chain and motor to go out. Not covered under warranty due to lack of maintenance. Have only had car less than 4 months. I know their is alot of class act lawsuits on dodge intrepid for motor failing. Pls help!! per tech stated that their was lots of sludge in the car. I have read all the complaints on this car and they all state about the same failures. Sludge making motors and timing chains go bad.
While driving a noise was heard coming from the engine.the dealer determined that timing belt broke, and sludge had built up in the engine.the engine had to be replaced.
Dt:on august 18, 2005 the engine stalled while the consumer was stopping at a stop light.she was able to get safely off the road. When she took vehicleto dealer for repairs they told her that the timing chain failed and would need a new motor.there had been no previous problems with the vehicle.there were no accidents.
We begain experiencing an engine knock. Dealer diagnosis "rattle noise in the engine area -- noise found to be timing chain hitting front cover.motor slightly sludged -- replaced timing chain, tensioners and guides, flused motor and changed oir and filer"total repair cost $1355.55.
This is a basic vehicle complaint that i feel dodge/chrysler should be made to fix on their 2.7l engines.i and after searching the internet have found that many people are having the same problem with this problem with their 2000 dodge intrepid and the company is doing nothing to help fix it when it is a known issue with the engine.other mechanics have said the same thing.i think that some authority should look into this and have them recall this engine.people pay a lot of money for their vehicles and need them to work.
Consumer was in an accident traveling 70mph.accident damagedright front corner panel, every thing electrical was knocked out,air bags didn't deploy, 2-3 inch crease right underneathleft head light. Sinceaccidentfuel emissions light has been off and on.vehicle has been in 5 times sincefirst week in november.dealer said it was a fuel emissions leak,consumer didn't know how to put ongas cap.after the vehicle was repaired for damages caused by the accident, the ses light came on and the vehicle was serviced four times for the same fuel emissions leaks.finally, a broken fuel line was found and was fixed.
Dear sir:my dodge intrepid engine seized up on me while driving on 5/27/04 in the middle of a busy road and someone almost hit me as my car stopped sudennly, plus cars started to pass me on a one lane road which was a dangerous situation. I took the car to my mechanic, who diagnosed a blown engine with sludge but it had a full oil pan. He said the car had full oil but the engine was not getting oil so it blew so it is a defective product. It is a dangerous product as well. I bought this car about a year ago thinking it had a life of about 10 more years and it was in great condition. I maintained the car as recommended per the owners manual and had it in for service including oil changes every 3000 miles or 3 months. I took care of this car but dodge did not take care of me by selling a car with a defective engine. I will do whatever i can to punish dodge for what they did to me and to recoup my losses. I would appreciate any help you could offer me.thanks,keith barnes.
White smoke was emanating from the engine motor upon take off.dealership indicated that the valve cover gasket and seals needed to be replaced because they were leaking. Vehicle wastaken to another dealership to get a second opinion. They indicated that it was the pcv valve, and this was a common failure with these model vehicles.*tc
Flapping noise in engine, then without warning, the intrepid shut down and would not restart. This was the first car i ever bought and i bought it used. Obviously, i have no warranty on it. The car broke down yesterday. My mechanic said it's the timing chain and he's checking to see if there's any valve damage. If so, he said it would be cheaper to replace the whole engine rather than repair it. My wife and i work two different schedules and need our second vehicle. I can't afford the repair.
While driving, vehicle'sengine died without warning. Dealer notified. Please provide additional information. Ts
The consumer received a recall on her vehicle.one day while driving the vehicle started smoking and caught fire.at that time the doors locked and became stuck.the vehicles occupants were removed from the vehicle moments before the vehicle exploded.*nlm
Engine failure @ 136,000 milesoil changed regularly. Motor failed at 65 mph.was able to get off the road. Have had 2 egr valves replaced, and was told the rest of the motor was healthy.
My 2.7 v-6 engine in my dodge intrepid blew up because of a timing chain failure do to sludge in the motor due to a engine design defect. The car was well maintained. All service records are available for review. I was left stranded on the road at night in a bad neighborhood.
I was driving my dodge 2000 intrepid and suddenly without warning my car started making a loud noise and smoke was coming out from under the hood and the tail pipe of my car.my car stalled and the power steering and brakes locked up. My car was towed to the dodge dealership and i was later told that my engine had failed due to a sludge problem. I was told that my car's warranty had expired even through i have 2,000 miles left for the 36,000 mile warranty.i was told because i purchased the car in december 1999 my warranty was for three years or 36,000 miles which ever comes first.i made a phone call to the manufacturer to see if there was any recalls, since i had moved from my previous address, but there was not.i could not believe that this engine failure was due to something i did.i contacted a repair shop to find out the cost of repair.the repair person called me back and i was told that the manufacturer of a rebuild engine company was aware of a defective engine that caused a sludging problem and premature engine failure.the engine is a 2.7 liter that chrysler made between the years of 1998,1999 and 2000 and that the engine design had changed in 2001. I then went on line and discovered that i am not the only one with this problem there are quite a few people pursuing chrysler corporation for the same problem and there is also a class action lawsuit regarding the matter.i am now faced with this out-of-pocket expense and am looking at approximately $4,700.00 in replacement costs.this is placing a severe hardship on me.i am a dislocated worker and am presently living off of unemployment compensation and have recently went back to school for retraining.this is my sole source of transportation.i am also in the process of finding out how i can become invovled in a class action lawsuit that others have filed against chrysler in the hopes that i can gain some compensation or reimbursement for my loses.
I bought 2000 dodge on6/09/2001 with 24269 miles on it also bought exteneded warranty .on oct.4,2001 input sensor went out of it. Now on sept.4,2004 the output sensor went out.car only has 58122 miles now.i bought car at whlteys automall and they say sensors are not covered on this car. I think these companys are ripping comsumers off.this car has been taken care of.dodge has a problem with these sensors and they should do a recall on them. Thank you for your time.i would like to know how many other people have had problems with this kind of thing.
Dt: the contact stated while drivingvehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to a local dealership. They replaced the timing chain, intake manifold, coolant tube, andserpentine belt. The vehicle was driven home. The vehicle drove fine for awhile. The vehicle then experienced the sameproblem. Itwas taken back to the dealership,andthey replaced the chain tensioner. The vehicle drove fine again for awhile. Then it started experiencing the same problem.it was taken to an independent repair shop. They found that when the previous dealership had replaced the chain tensioner they had not tightened the bolts properly. This caused the valves and the head to be warped. No repairs weremade.
Here is oil leaking into engine manifold, causing a skipping/hesitation in engine.please provide any additional information/attachments.
While driving consumer noticed smoke coming from the rear. Consumerwas able to maintain control of the vehicle, and drove it to the dealer for inspection.
My wife was driving the car and it stopped. We took it to the dealer the company we bought the warrenty from won't pay because there was sludge in the motor.we only had the car 8 months.the oi l& filter was changed.the car as been at the dealerfor 4 months.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid. When the contact entered the vehicle, a fuel odor was detected. The contact lifted the hood and noticed the odor as well as fuel leaking from under the vehicle. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who diagnosed that a new manifold needed to be installed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer and dealer were not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 129,000.
Had short block replaced by warranty, timing chain let go one night just off the highway which was not covered by the warranty. After not being able to drive it for the last 2 years, i just paid it off !!!!
Dt*: the contact stated while trying to change a flat tire and lifting up the vehicle the wrench for the jack bent.also, a screw came loose in the jack.then while trying to loosen the lug nuts, the wrench broke.the manufacturer was alerted.
I have a huge loan left on my 2000 dodge intrepid and now i have to put more money into it to get a new engine. I was driving to work one day and i heard a knocking sound in my engine but there wasn't any lights that came on that said 'service engine soon'. I had my mechanic look at it and he found that the tming chain broke. I looked on the internet and this is happening a lot and not just with the 2000 dodge intrepid, it's with whatever vehicle's that have a 2.7 liter engine in them. Please look into this and let me know if there is anything i can help you with.
2000 dodge intrepid blew then moter i am stuck with out a vehical and still making payments. When i contacted the plac3e they said that i would have to prove that the moters were junk i need help
I have also replaced front passenger side door lock actuator. Now the driver side back lock actuator is going out. I have not fixed the radio, dash lights or dome lights. I am out of money for the time being. I had to refinance and add $4900. To get most of the repairs done. My engine blew due to sludge and i now have a used rebuilt one that will probably do the same thing.
Air conditioner will not work. It needs a new evaporator. The whole dash has to be torn out to replace it about $1200.00 for repair. I bought this car three years ago, and been with out ac for 1.5 years. I am driving a 2000 dodge intrepid. I have been a gm/ foreign car owner. This is my first and last chrysler product.
Engine fire due to plugged pcv valve. Was not properly or fully inspected by van dyn hoven prior to sale. Also in six months after purchase, replaced mode door actuator, ignition tumbler, oil sensor and then the then the air conditioning compressor failed. Total cost of repairs for 1 year $1047. This car is a perfect example of why most people buy japanese cars.
Dt:contact states when she starting thevehicle there was a loud noise.the dealership said it was the oil gasket, alternator idler pulley, and the air conditioner idler pulley.she has not contacted the manufacturer.she contacted dealer about theextended warranty. They stated the parts for her vehicle was not covered by her warranty.the dealership will repair the vehicle atcontact's expense.
Engine locked up, and the air conditioner malfunctioned.
I have a 2000 dodge intrepid, purchased at 54,000 miles.i have already replaced the transmission and the front wheel bearings roar very bad, a/c went out needs evaporator, and the car rarely starts unless you rock the whole car, i am very displeased and no one will trade it in , when the transmission went out the car pulled to the left and i ran off the road. *nlm
The jack collapsed which caused the vehicle to fall, while the consumer changed a tire, consumer stated the jack was not strong enough to support the weight of the vehicle.
I have also replaced front passenger side door lock actuator. Now the driver side back lock actuator is going out. I have not fixed the radio, dash lights or dome lights. I am out of money for the time being. I had to refinance and add $4900. To get most of the repairs done. My engine blew due to sludge and i now have a used rebuilt one that will probably do the same thing.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid. While driving at 55 mph, there was a burning odor. In addition, the steering wheel made an abnormal noise when turning in both directions and all lights, meters, and gauges on the instrument panel failed to function. The contact also stated that the rear lights failed to illuminate. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 135,000.
The headlights have maintained a yellowish tint to them and driving at night is very hard as the lighting is impaired.this has gone on for about 6 years now.the local dealership where purchased has offered to buff and clean them at $100.00.there are cracks in the plastic covers.the car has not been in a crash.although when we took car for 6000 mile oil change an employee parked the car behind a dodge truck.the owner of the truck chose to leave and backed over the front end of the car.we finally worked out the details and had to replace the hood and fenders at a local body shop and was paid for use of arental vehicle.the interior and exterior lights have been blinking off and on for about 5 years now.i have taken the car to the dealership on several different occasions to check the wiring, switches, connections, etc, but they are unable to find problem.it doesn't matter if the lights are turned on or turned off-the blinking occurs randomly during the day or night when driving.it's scary at night as other drivers may feel i am flashing my lights at them.originally when the car was made the rubber covering the door windows was for the stratus so i had to have them replaced.they have not remained in place since them.they are constantly coming off.the dealership wants to charge me for fixing the problem so i have just dealt with it.while car was still under warranty the drivers seat mechanism to adjust for your back failed and would cost me over $800.00 to fix.so i have just let it go.it seems like the extended warranty i purchased rarely covered anything.i would like to have the headlight covers replaced and the entire lighting repaired to prevent a serious accident or death.
Engine in 2000 chrysler intrepid started tapping noise at 58017km brought to dealer with complaint, told they would not take engine apart to check noise. I told them i had been told that the 2.7 engine had problems with sludge that prevented the oil from circulating properly. They still refused to check engine. At just over 62000 km engine became noisy. Brought it back to dealer who kept the car for two weeks, then told me engine needed to be replaced at a cost of $6500.00 and there would be no warranty coverage or goodwill. I gave them a complete history of maintenance records showing that proper maintenance was done with in the required mileage and time. They have told me that the invoices do not clearly identify my 2000 black intrepid and that it could of been another car. I only own one 2000 intrepid. The invoice shows the work the mileage and my name and date. Next me they told me the invoice numbers were too close together. The work was done at four different garages. Then they told me there was sludge that showed the vehicle was not properly maintained. Then they asked me the brand of oil the garages used as it may have been faulty. End result is that they refuse to change their position in regards to warranty coverage or goodwill repairs and i will have to replace an engine that was bought brand new in may 2001. I am frustrated and do not know where to turn. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated.
Had mild tapping sound from engine a few months ago, took vehicle to the mechanic and that is where i learned the reputation of the 2.7 liter engine.he advised that we should look for another vehicle before we became the latest victim.unfortunately, on the way home from work one afternoon the engine started developing an even more pronounced clattering, knock and vibration; as if it were about to tear itself apart.pulled over to avoid subjecting engine to even more damage.had to have it towed home.will not spend another dollar on this vehicle until chrysler hands me a check from a lawsuit settlement.
I have2000 intrepid, the headlights are badly discolored almost as if the lens are melted. I have seen a number of other dodge vehicles with the same problem, intrepid, mini vans etc. This is such a problem that driving without the high beams at night is nearly impossible due to lack of light coming through the defective lens.i also own a 2004 dodge durango that was resently rolled over, the roads were snow covered. I was traveling 15 mph max when the durango slide sideways off the road and the back end started to slide over a small embankment and then rolled over, i do not feel that it was steap enough that the durango should have overturned. Luck is no one was hurt.
The specific reference i have is a 2000 dodge intrepid.the issue is the plastic cover for the headlamps have undergone a material failure?they have a series of micro-structured cracks throughout the entire plastic cover that scatters a significant portion of the light from lamps preventing normal function and good vision for the drivers. Plastics do not crack on their own and this event is not from an accident or other unique event on this car.i have a ph.d. In chemistry from harvard university and my expertise is in micro/nano-technology.this education which is unique has enabled me to investigate the reason of a ?hazy? headlamp cover.the dealership mis-diagnosed the problem and initially sold a ?costly? ($50 plus labor) cleaner kit.micro-cracks cannot be fixed but such a method and when i called the dealership back to explain the this was not dirt or a haze but cracks; they admitted they did not look closely at the problem and did not know what to do and suggested calling chrysler directly. I contacted customer service at chrysler who basically ignored my comment, said that they would do nothing about such a claim, and told me since the car was too old i had to pay all expenses out of my pocket.i turn to you because i do not have the resources to see if this is a larger problem; which from my experience with materials believe it has to be.unlike with brake pads or other consumable/wear-down items in a car, the plastic covers for lights should not fail over time.since the car still runs and the lights are technically on although the visibility is greatly diminished, they might not realize their safety is at risk with diminished visibility. I also believe that crash investigators do not look at the quality of the plastic covering the headlamps and the possibility of micro-cracks limiting visibility before the accident occurred.thank you for your time in reading my comments.sincerely,adam winkleman, ph.d.
- the contact stated that in approximately january of 2006 he developed a crusty, foggy film on both head lights of his 2000 dodge intrepid.the failure mileage was approximately 30,000.the contact stated thatthis inhibits the amount of light.the dealer said this condition came from the heat on the headlights and they have a process to clean the headlights.the contact stated he would have to pay for the repair and does not feel that this is reasonable.. Updated 2/16/2007 -the light output has been reduced by about 50% of the original output and continues to get worse over time.
Headlight lenses became discolored.this caused poor visibility when driving at night. Dealer was notified, and informed consumer that the headlight lenses were not covered under a recall.
When driving at night in fog head light beams projectsoff a bright light. The light is so bright that it causes the driver to have poor visibility. Ts. Headlight beams project off a bright light. Light beams are reflected up directly in front of vehicle. The light iluminates the fog, and visibility is greatly reduced.
I have2000 intrepid, the headlights are badly discolored almost as if the lens are melted. I have seen a number of other dodge vehicles with the same problem, intrepid, mini vans etc. This is such a problem that driving without the high beams at night is nearly impossible due to lack of light coming through the defective lens.i also own a 2004 dodge durango that was resently rolled over, the roads were snow covered. I was traveling 15 mph max when the durango slide sideways off the road and the back end started to slide over a small embankment and then rolled over, i do not feel that it was steap enough that the durango should have overturned. Luck is no one was hurt.
The headlights lensdeveloped a milky white color which reduced the lights illumination.this resulted in poor visibility. The entire headlight assembly needs to be replaced to correct the issue. Please provide additional information.
There was no accident.my cars clear plastic headlight covers have been getting more and more yellow through the years. At night i can barely see the street as the yellowed covers substantially decrease the amount of light the headlights can give off.the cost of replacing the covers is prohibitive for me as you need to replace both assembly's completely. This situation is dangerous and could cause an accident. Maybe you can get chrysler to replace them. I will do the labor but need the new assembly's. Thank you
2000 dodge intrepid. Head lamps. Plastic lens cover is deteriorating and becoming cloudy/translucent. Head light intensity is decreased due to discoloration and fogging. No visible moisture inside lens. Appears to be uv damage to the plastic. Cost per unit is over $300.00. Was told by manufacturer that the vehicle is out of warranty (3 years/36,000 miles) and this is a maintenance item not a safety item. At end of the warranty there was no evidence of this problem. Local dealer said there was nothing they could without direction of manufacturer.
There was a yellow substance outside the headlights lens. The dealership was notified.
Tried to open driver window, and it would not go down.when using the switch, you would notice that the headlights would flicker.it is noted as a tsb, but the garage has not been checking on the problems with the vehicle.
Since i bought this car on october of 1999, i have taken it to the dealer 31 times to fix things.i have been without a car 100 days.i have paid out of pocket $3,137.64.i am now on an extended warranty.i still owe $8,000.00 on my car.it has 60,000 miles.i have maintained it every 3,000 miles as suggested in the owners manual.i only use 97 octane gas.i am a very cautious driver.i take care of the car but the car has left me stranded in the middle of highways putting my life and the lives of my passengers in danger.i never know when the car is going to break down again and where so i am always under terrible stress. I pray as i drive that i make it to my destination.this car has been a lemon since i bought it.the biggest problem is the engine blowing. My brother in law was driving and i was the passenger on south dixie highway (us1) in south miami when we were at a red light and then started to go when the light turned green and without any warning lights, noises, or anything the car stopped running.it died in the middle lane.we had to push it to the side.it was rush hour and this highway is filled with very aggressive drivers.they were all cursing, beeping, signaling, and driving so close to us as to almost touch us.i was petrified.i thought a car was going to hit us. I paid for the engine repair out of my pocket, because the extended warranty company told the dealerthey could not cover it because there was sludge build up.they send an adjustor who reported it to them.the dealer told us to fight it because the sludge was normal for that type of engine.we provided the extended warranty all the receipts for the maintenance that we religiously did about every 3000 miles.we also had another mechanic go in and look at the car.the other mechanic said that these types of engines always had the problem of sludge build up and that it was normal for the engine and that the extended warranty should cover it.
Consumer was in an accident traveling 70mph.accident damagedright front corner panel, every thing electrical was knocked out,air bags didn't deploy, 2-3 inch crease right underneathleft head light. Sinceaccidentfuel emissions light has been off and on.vehicle has been in 5 times sincefirst week in november.dealer said it was a fuel emissions leak,consumer didn't know how to put ongas cap.after the vehicle was repaired for damages caused by the accident, the ses light came on and the vehicle was serviced four times for the same fuel emissions leaks.finally, a broken fuel line was found and was fixed.
While driving between 65 - 70 mph consumer heard a flapping noise.consumer pulled over and turned vehicle off to inspect. Vehicle wouldn't restart. Vehicle was towed to a dealership, and mechanicindicated that noise was due to engine failure. The engine had sludge build up.prior to the engine failure vehicle hadhad an oil change. This might have been caused by fuel pump failure.
Transmission failed without warning while driving at 48000 miles.consumer states that the fuel sending unit failed.
Vehicle would not start. Ithad to be towed to dealer, anddealer stated that o-rings failed,causing loss of pressure. This, in turn,caused the timing chain to jump. Motor needed to bereplaced due to bent valves. *mr
The consumer experienced intermittent difficulty when filling the fuel tank. The consumer had to pause then pump and allow air pressure to decrease when filling or tank will not fill completely.*scc
Driving vehicle on exit 73 in lisbon,md. When acceleration halts and car will not accelerate over 60mph and was steadily decreasing. As i pulled off the exit, the car stalled and the battery light came on, then the engine light and then the transmission light, proceeding was all lights in the car blacked out and the car was only drifting off the exit. As the car stopped and i put it in park, i noticed black smoke and fire submerging in the front of the car with force. I then heard a pop to realize my tires popped from the burning heat of the fire. I exited the vehicle with nothing in tow and in fear of my life in addition to my passenger whom we both left valuable items in the burning car. This seems to fall under a form of defect in which i would like to have investigated and a claim filed as this was a very traumatic experience which i would not want to happen to anyone else. [xxx]information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Purchased a 2000 dodge intrepid from dadeland dodge in miami, fl.the car is qualified for the lemon law 3 months after purchase, but unaware of such a law and never filed.now it is too late.it is now i decided to take action since the engine blew on 04/12/03.my brother in law was driving and the engine just stopped without warning.i called for a tow truck to be taken to the dealer.the car has about 65,000 miles, and the extended warranty should have covered the repairs; however, the dealer declined.iended up paying $2,714.87 to get the engine rebuilt.in addition, ialso don't have a car for 2 months, and disputed with the dealer and extended warranty company during that span.*la
I own an auto repair shop and i have seen this problem on these vehicles more than once and cannot figure out how dodge is getting away with not recalling these vehicles for a fuel leak on the pressure line at the back of the engine. It has a steel line that comes from the tank up to the engine and the last approx. 8 inches turns to plastic. The plastic part cracks after time and it sprays fuel onto the exhaust system which seems to me that should fall under a recall. If you search the internet you will see this is an ongoing problem with these vehicles for several years. The vehicle i have here came in doing this and i couldn't find any recall for this problem. I do believe this should be addressed as it could very easily catch fire. Thank you for your time
Interior lights turned on and off intermittently which often scared and distracted the driver from the road, increasing the chance of a crash. Taken in for repairs three times, but the problem recurred.the consumer stated that the interior lights go on an off while the vehicle is not running.the consumer stated that the control module was replacedat total of 4 times.the consumer stated that the rear door lock has a buzz noise in it. The horn and alarm goes on and off.*tc
Interior electrical light system has failed completely. This effecteddome light,/sunroof switch/ vanity mirror light, and dashboard. This problem has happened 5 times. Have been to dealership each time, and mechanic indicated that it waselectrical mobile thatwas defective. Would have it replaced, butproblem would always reappear.
Consumer stated the instrument panel lightsflashes on and off intermittenly.contacted dealer , had problem repaired but problem still exist. Please add vin.
Interior dome, door & door handle lights will flash on & off while driving, creating a startling & distracting situation, as well as a safety issue when driving at night.
My well maintained dodge intrepid has many failures starting with the cracking on the chasis and massive engine problems.
Car purchased march 2000 switch failure sep 2002, switch failing again: lights flicker on and off.
Interior lights come on and off sporadically.
Intermittently the interior lights flashed on and off. When this occurred it obstructed the driver's visibility.dealership lubricated the headlamp switch controller, but the problemrecurred.dealership indicated that thiswas a common problem and they were waiting for the manufacturer to send them the repair kit.
Dt: there is an issue with the automatic front driver/passenger door locks, two of them have stopped operating-they can be locked and unlocked manually,but they do not unlock with the keyless entry.while driving down the road, the door locks lock makes a scary shrill noise that frightens passengers as well as the driver.took vehicle to a dealer and they offered to replace the locks but it would be at the consumer's expense.consumer did replace one of the door lock mechanisms, this was on the driver's door.no problems since the repair of that door lock.no explanation as to why thedoor lock has stopped operating.consumer has not contacted chrysler corp on this issue at this time.both front power windows have stopped operating as well, the power will raise window up and down but the window glass is off track.one of the two window bracketsbroke, causing the window to be off track-no repairs for this as well. The consumer was unable to close the window , someone would have to stand on the outside of the vehicle to physically hold the glass on the track.
Back lock on passenger side has gone bad.it makes a weird noise when the car automatically locks.it makes the same sound when you unlock the doors.that particular lock will not unlock, you can not pull it up sometimes and that is frightening.
Interior lights turned on and off intermittently which often scared and distracted the driver from the road, increasing the chance of a crash. Taken in for repairs three times, but the problem recurred.the consumer stated that the interior lights go on an off while the vehicle is not running.the consumer stated that the control module was replacedat total of 4 times.the consumer stated that the rear door lock has a buzz noise in it. The horn and alarm goes on and off.*tc
Power locksfailed. As a result, consumer had to use the key in order to get into the vehicle.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 mph into a parking space, the engine stalled without warning. Upon restarting, the vehicle resumed normal function. The failure recurred twelve times. In addition, whenever accessing the exterior front and rear passenger locked power doors, they failed to release open with the key fob. The failure recurred twelve times. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 42,000. The vin was unavailable.
Interior electrical light system has failed completely. This effecteddome light,/sunroof switch/ vanity mirror light, and dashboard. This problem has happened 5 times. Have been to dealership each time, and mechanic indicated that it waselectrical mobile thatwas defective. Would have it replaced, butproblem would always reappear.
Electronic locks malfunctioned. Consumer was concerned that he might be locked inside the vehicle.
Today the third power door lock when out on my 2000 intrepid. Considering there are only four on the car i would think this is more then the norm. The first went out under warranty, the last two are on me. In addition to the locks, over the course of my ownership i have had to replace a power window motor, trunk lifts (that still don't work in cold weather), electrical system moduals, have the doors adjusted several times (they still don't fit right) and various misc. Items. This third out of four power locks is the clincher. My last three cars have been dodges and this is my last dodge. Has anyone else had problems with their locks?
Had mild tapping sound from engine a few months ago, took vehicle to the mechanic and that is where i learned the reputation of the 2.7 liter engine.he advised that we should look for another vehicle before we became the latest victim.unfortunately, on the way home from work one afternoon the engine started developing an even more pronounced clattering, knock and vibration; as if it were about to tear itself apart.pulled over to avoid subjecting engine to even more damage.had to have it towed home.will not spend another dollar on this vehicle until chrysler hands me a check from a lawsuit settlement.
Defective power door locks.locks produce a loud screeching noise upon locking or unlocking.doors then fail to unlock when the door handle is pulled.this can create a safety concern when driver and passengers attempt to egress vehicle in an emergency.this is a 3 time recurring problem which first happened while the vehicle was under warranty and has again occurred in january 2003
When the door was unlocked it would not open.when the vehicle reached 15 mph the doors automatically locked.the passenger door could not be opened once the vehicle was stopped.there was a loud noise also coming from the latches. *nlm
2000 dodge intrepid door latches are defective due to a solenoid defect.
The locks on the doorsare defective, you have to open the window, and stick your hand out the window to open the door.the locks involved are:the driver side, the rear passenger right side, and the passenger front.the driver side passenger door has been repaired.
While driving at 40 mph consumer heard a noise coming from the engine.then, stalled on the highway. Dealer thought the problemwas the timing chain. The hydraulic tensioner failed due to oil sludge in the engine according to the dealer.the engine was replaced.the driver door latch was noisy and inoperative.the door latch was replaced. *sc
Drivers side rear door electric door latch.when the latch starts to make noise and than fails, it fails in the locked position.you are unable to open the door from the inside or outside.you are also unable to pull up the door lock lever that indicats if the door is locked.this makes it very unsafe for anyone in the back seats if the lock should fail because it fails in the locked position and you are not able to open the doors in an emergency.
Car is a well maintained (all recommended service done at dealership).driver side door failed to open using the inside door handle.had to roll down window and reach to the outside door handle in order to open door.feels like handle is no longer engaging the door lock.experienced initial panic when i thought i was trapped in the car.
Electric rear door lock failed to open.part replaced by dodge at 28,000 miles .now the passenger door lock has failed.no manual override and it doesn't unlock with a key.it's a safety issue.i will have this replaced too, but what happens if the driver's door lock fails?
The vehicles door locks would not unlock properly.*nlm
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.while driving 50 mph the door lock mechanism failed three times and the locks were replaced.the driver side door requireedhim to apply pressure to open and close the door.the electric lockswerenot working.the locks made a grinding noise every timetrying to open and close them.the passengers rear lockalso failed.the first two failuresoccurred within two weeks.when he would pull the handle and roll the window down, nothing would allow him to open the locks. The failure occurred in november on the first two doors.when driving over 50 mph the automaticlock made a grinding noise.the front driver door locked, and therewas no way you could get out. Sometimes the noises would allow him to exit.he took the vehicle to the dealer to have the door failure diagnosed, and it was repaired it for $600.they did not offer any explanation as to why the locks failed.the failure mileage was 65,000.the current mileage was 73000.
Thepassenger door failed to unlock, preventing entry and exit from the vehicle. Taken to dealer for repair once, but the problem recurred.
The front driver's door and the rear right passanger's door actuator for the automatic door locks are going bad (very loud buzzing noise when they engage at 11 mph).the service manager says that if not fixed the actuators may render the door unopenable if the unit goes in a neutral position.the veh is a 2000 dodge intrepind se purchased in may of 2000.
The automatic door locks keep failing on the vehicle. All four doors were effected.the driver must pull the lock lever up and down while pulling on the handle to get the doors to open.provide further details.
Approximately 2 years ago i had to replace the electric locking mechanism on the rear driver side door of my 2000 dodge intrepid.the unit began making a loud, sharp grinding noise when the car reached 15 mph and the lock automatically locked.the unit had to be replaced because it quit working.now i find the both passenger side units are making the same noise and have quit working.interestingly enough, the rear door cannot be manually unlocked unless the master control is put in the up position for all doors, but the front unit is opposite so it can't be unlocked unless the master control has been put in the down position. This is a real safety issue and something should be down about it.i especially object to the cost of replacing these mechanisms.
Passenger door lock actuator makes loud grinding noise when door locks.this is the thrid door on this vehicle to have this problem
There have been several problems with my 2000 intrepid 2.7l. I have had to replace all the door lock motors at different times, starting all the way back from 1/8/04 and the final one was just this month (february.) i was having an issue with the car stalling out while i was driving it. Some times it would start back up while it was still coasting, other times it would take a long time before it would start again, leaving me sitting on the side of the road. When hooked up to a diagnostic machine it would not show what caused the malfunction. My mechanic had to change random censors until we found the correct one. Which turned out to be the crank sensor. This problem was occurring around february/march of 2007, with only 60,121 mileage when the first one was replaced. Then this past wednesday, 2/27/08, the engine started to make a knocking sound. We thought maybe it was due to the extremely cold weather we were having. It did not due it after the car was heated up. When i was driving home from picking up my kids today, friday 2/29/08, the engine started knocking very loudly and lost power. I did make it to my driveway but just barely. I still owe quite a bit for the car and now i don't have anything to drive and can't even trade the vehicle in. After searching the internet to try to find a replacement engine i have found that this is a very common thing with this engine. I have 73,945 miles on the car.
Vehicle:2000 dodge intrepid; approximately mileage 39,100; garage kept; passenger side front power lock started making a very loud grinding noise in november 2004.i took the car to the dealership and the lock was replaced - cost was $250.i do not have the old door lock part.in december 2004, the passenger side back power lock started making the same noise.in february 2005, the drivers side back power lock started making the same noise.also, this door would not unlock or open.the lock was stuck until the next day.i have not had these two door locks replaced yet.i called the dealership today, march 7, 2005, to see if there was a recall on the power door locks.they told me no but they had replaced numerous power door locks on intrepids.they told me to call the dodge customer assistance phone number.the customer assistance told me that there was nothing they could do until i had the dealership verify that the locks needed repair.even then, they couldn't guarantee anything.the noise that the door locks make is incredible.i have to listen to this noise whenever the speed of the car hits 15 mph.the noise is very distracting.the first time it happened, i had no idea what it was.it was so loud that i thought i had hit something or something had fell off the car.
Dt*: the consumer stated the door locks will not lock. It was taken to a dealership where they replaced the defective solenoid in the power door locks. This defect has happened to all doors in the vehicle on different occasions. The manufacturer has been contacted.
Purchased a 2000 dodge intrepid from dadeland dodge in miami, fl.the car is qualified for the lemon law 3 months after purchase, but unaware of such a law and never filed.now it is too late.it is now i decided to take action since the engine blew on 04/12/03.my brother in law was driving and the engine just stopped without warning.i called for a tow truck to be taken to the dealer.the car has about 65,000 miles, and the extended warranty should have covered the repairs; however, the dealer declined.iended up paying $2,714.87 to get the engine rebuilt.in addition, ialso don't have a car for 2 months, and disputed with the dealer and extended warranty company during that span.*la
Consumer got out of the vehicle, put it in park, and pulled the parking brake, the consumer got out of the car and turned around because she heard a noise and saw the vehicle going down the hill, the park gear snapped and the parking brake failed, the passenger in the vehicle tried to control the vehicle from the passenger side but could not, the vehicle ended up hitting a small tree, hitting another vehicle, and crashing into a wall.
Dt: 2000 dodge intrepid bought in april used with 11,000 miles.since then it has been in shop 9-10 times, mostly consistingof steering problems, such as rack and pinion and the steering coupler.there were other issues, but this was the main concern.one week ago the consumerwasinvolved in an accident, front end impact for which the air bags did not deploy.consumersustainedinjuries.no repairs after the accident because there was over $6,000 worth of damage.emergency brake handle was loose.the dealer determined the it was not connected. The dealer repositioned/reassembled the emergency brake.the key wouldn't come out of the ignition because the shift interlock cable broke.the check engine light illuminated.the dealer replaced the wiring to the brake light switch.
The shifter cable broke, which caused the transmission to lock up.
Engine in 2000 chrysler intrepid started tapping noise at 58017km brought to dealer with complaint, told they would not take engine apart to check noise. I told them i had been told that the 2.7 engine had problems with sludge that prevented the oil from circulating properly. They still refused to check engine. At just over 62000 km engine became noisy. Brought it back to dealer who kept the car for two weeks, then told me engine needed to be replaced at a cost of $6500.00 and there would be no warranty coverage or goodwill. I gave them a complete history of maintenance records showing that proper maintenance was done with in the required mileage and time. They have told me that the invoices do not clearly identify my 2000 black intrepid and that it could of been another car. I only own one 2000 intrepid. The invoice shows the work the mileage and my name and date. Next me they told me the invoice numbers were too close together. The work was done at four different garages. Then they told me there was sludge that showed the vehicle was not properly maintained. Then they asked me the brand of oil the garages used as it may have been faulty. End result is that they refuse to change their position in regards to warranty coverage or goodwill repairs and i will have to replace an engine that was bought brand new in may 2001. I am frustrated and do not know where to turn. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated.
Our 2000 dodge intrepid transmission went in to the limp mode (locked in to second gear). Took to dealer. Needed to replace the input and transmission range sensors. Other internet sites indicate that there have been 32 tsb's on these transmissions and that the dealer should bill chrysler for any repairs. Can this be confirmed and what can i do about it? secondly, i had to pay for cleaning carbon from the throttle body system. Previously, i had a 93 dodge intrepid and had to pay for the same service. I run the recommended octane gas & don't understand why the maintenance manual does not include adding a fuel additive at various mileage intervals if this is a problem that continues to occur with dodge engines. I appreciate any response to these two concerns.
I was driving home from having body work done, the engine light came on, then 3 seconds later the motor stalled. I put transmission in neutral and started the engine and drove for 50 feet before it happened again. This time engine would not restart. I pulled off the road and called the company that did the body work. They retrieved the car soon after. Subsequently, was told my engine failed due to lack of maintenance, ie; oil change.
Since i bought this car on october of 1999, i have taken it to the dealer 31 times to fix things.i have been without a car 100 days.i have paid out of pocket $3,137.64.i am now on an extended warranty.i still owe $8,000.00 on my car.it has 60,000 miles.i have maintained it every 3,000 miles as suggested in the owners manual.i only use 97 octane gas.i am a very cautious driver.i take care of the car but the car has left me stranded in the middle of highways putting my life and the lives of my passengers in danger.i never know when the car is going to break down again and where so i am always under terrible stress. I pray as i drive that i make it to my destination.this car has been a lemon since i bought it.the biggest problem is the engine blowing. My brother in law was driving and i was the passenger on south dixie highway (us1) in south miami when we were at a red light and then started to go when the light turned green and without any warning lights, noises, or anything the car stopped running.it died in the middle lane.we had to push it to the side.it was rush hour and this highway is filled with very aggressive drivers.they were all cursing, beeping, signaling, and driving so close to us as to almost touch us.i was petrified.i thought a car was going to hit us. I paid for the engine repair out of my pocket, because the extended warranty company told the dealerthey could not cover it because there was sludge build up.they send an adjustor who reported it to them.the dealer told us to fight it because the sludge was normal for that type of engine.we provided the extended warranty all the receipts for the maintenance that we religiously did about every 3000 miles.we also had another mechanic go in and look at the car.the other mechanic said that these types of engines always had the problem of sludge build up and that it was normal for the engine and that the extended warranty should cover it.
Car was running great, without any indication of problems. Car died and would not start. Resulting in engine failure.
Car won't go into park. Has to be started in neutral. Car has tendency to roll. Wheel(s) has to be blocked.stationary.
The car was driven into the driveway and put the car in park. He got of the car and opened the gate.at that time, the vehicle slipped out of park and began rolling down the driveway.it hit the curb, then a small tree on the front lawn of the house across the street and finally came to rest on the front stoop of the said house.
Transmission failed at seven hundred miles.vehicle was hauled to the dealer, after inspectionit was determined that pieces oftransmission came apart which possibly caused additional problems with.also, when drivingbrakes kick inwithout operator depressingbrake pedal brake light illuminated on the dash. Please provide any further details.
I have a defective 2.7 l engine in my car. I had just pulled into a driveway when it quit. The timing chain guides broke, and there was so much sludge in the engine it looked like the oil had never been changed. I have always had my oil changed every 3000 miles. I had the engine steamed 7 months prior to this incident for sludge buildup. I also spent around 2000.00 having every single sensor replaced, as well as all of the hoses in the engine and transmission. I had to have the steering line fixed less than 2 months after i purchased the vehicle. I had no idea that there were so many people with the same engine problems as i have had out of this car. I have lost my job, and my children have missed so many doctor and dentist appointments that i have lost count i still owe 2 years on this car, but how do you pay for something that has turned out to be america's biggest death trap when you can't keep it running?
I own a 2000 dodge intrepid and have had several mechanical problems. I had to have the transmission rebuilt when it was only 3 years old. Just this past thursday i was driving on the highway and my engine just stopped, causing all powere steering, etc. To go out. I had it towed to a local dealership who told me the engine was locked up and estimated $3100 to rebuild my engine $3900 for used engine and twice as much for a new engine. Grant it, at this point i'm still undecided as to what i'm going to do. The dealership said that my engine overheated and locked up. My car showed no indication of overheating...no lights came on, no temperature gauge reading hot and no signs. My car was driving normally and just stopped.
Consumerwas driving and heard a ticking sound. Then,engine surged and stalled.consumerreplaced the transmission, but problem recurred.
Dt*:the contact stated the check engine and oil lights illuminated while driving 35 mph on dry city pavement.a noise was heard prior to the incident.the vehicle was driven home and later towed to an independent repair shop who replaced the engine and transmission.
While driving, the transmission failed.
Transmission failed without warning while driving at 48000 miles.consumer states that the fuel sending unit failed.
My transmission went out on me on 11/22/02. I got up on a long birdge called the buckman bridge with my 3 children and 2 nephews coming home from school when the car wouldn't move. I was very terrified because i could have been rear ended and knocked off of the side of the bridge. It was very cold on that night and me and the 5 children had to walk down a bridge at night with no side rails on it. I had to call a tow truck to tow it to my house. I had a mechanicdo a diagnostic test and it read a transmission code. So, therefore, i had it towed to transmission shop that reprinted the transmission was gone out and several components had to be replaced. Now, i'm out $2000 dollars for a car i have had for 10 months. After talking to several of my co-workers at least 4 of them know someone that owns a 2000 dodge interpid and has had this same problem within the last month. I'm a single mother and thought i was getting a dependable car. I have since searched the internet and have found that dodge/chrysler has experienced alot of complaints about transmission problems and i can't believe that it going to take someone dying because of failure of transmission for this to be resolved. Please advise me on actions i can take.dt
I have a 2000 dodge intrepid, purchased at 54,000 miles.i have already replaced the transmission and the front wheel bearings roar very bad, a/c went out needs evaporator, and the car rarely starts unless you rock the whole car, i am very displeased and no one will trade it in , when the transmission went out the car pulled to the left and i ran off the road. *nlm
Failure of transmission input sensor caused transmission to lock into 2nd gear at 60 mph, causing a rapid deceleration to 35 mph w/o applying the brakes. This nearly caused a rear end collision. Dealer service knew of the problem; said they had lots of incidents of the same problem due to heat, and replaced input sensor with a newerversion.
While driving at any speed and without warning the vehicle will not shift gears causing a distraction to the consumer. Dealer notified. Ph
Dt: 2000 dodge intrepid bought in april used with 11,000 miles.since then it has been in shop 9-10 times, mostly consistingof steering problems, such as rack and pinion and the steering coupler.there were other issues, but this was the main concern.one week ago the consumerwasinvolved in an accident, front end impact for which the air bags did not deploy.consumersustainedinjuries.no repairs after the accident because there was over $6,000 worth of damage.emergency brake handle was loose.the dealer determined the it was not connected. The dealer repositioned/reassembled the emergency brake.the key wouldn't come out of the ignition because the shift interlock cable broke.the check engine light illuminated.the dealer replaced the wiring to the brake light switch.
Engine and transmission and a/c failure of dodge intrepids.
I have found an excellent and informative website against daimler chrysler at www.daimlerchryslervehicleproblems.com for anyone who would like more information mainly in regard to intrepid, 300m, concorde, lhs premature engine, steering, transmission and other common failures. I have experienced many of these problems myself and daimler chrysler simply does not care, i could have even been killed in one instance. After own another vehicle and putting nearly 30,000 miles on it i have not had any of the ridiculous problems experienced with chrysler's dodge brand of vehicles. There is a lot of information consumers need to know that daimler chrysler does not want you to know about these vehicles and their common problems chrysler ignores, some of which are potential safety concerns such as the defective seat belt design chrysler continues to use and defective steering design and or components that can cause sudden looseness or change of response in steering, which can lead to a serious accident. These guys have been receiving complaints daily about these problems and have been referring consumers to the nhtsa, i hope that in turn the nhtsa will add this to the list of their complaints so others will also know about this. Thank you very much for your time. *nlm
While driving at 30 mph speedometer failed to work properly.also the emissions light came on, and the vehicle stalled on the highway.mechanic informed determined that the transmission computer failed.
I was driving on the highway at 60 mph when suddenly i began to hear a whining noise.i thought it was a belt.i immediately slowed down.a few minutes later, the car began to have a problem shifting, almost like the gearing couldn't catch.then, my check engine light came on.i pulled off at the next exit.upon stopping at the red light, i had extreme trouble trying to get going again.the transmission just wouldn't work.i finally got going enough to turn the corner, and then coasted to an auto garage.basically, the transmission failed.i have been the single owner of the car from the start and know it was maintained well.at 65,000 miles, i don't expect to have to put in a new $2000 transmission.this is discusting.
While turning off of highway onto exit rampvehicle kept turning off while continuing home; tow truck came by to pick up vehicle and carry it to a dealer. Vehicle was inspected and hadtransmission replaced.
While driving at a low speed engine stalled.an independent mechanic indicated that the problem could be with the transmissionor engine. Please provide any additional information.
When driving at any speed or at any given time vehicle will cut off withoutprior warning which caused loss of all power. Enginechecklightilluminated on the dash.dealer believed problemwas linked tobattery terminal ortransmission. Please provide any further details.
On or about the first week of october my engine light came on. The engine showed no signs of failure but the transmission seemed a little sluggish. During the first or second week of november i finally got a chance to take the car to the dealership. They did a diagnostic on the car and found nothing. The light came back on the same day i picked it up and along with that my air bag light came on and the rpm and speedometer gauges stopped working. The gauges do not work when air bag light is lite. The dealership is aware of the problem and i will be taking the car back to dealership 11/27/00. I will keep you informed of the progress.
Metal chips were found in the oil from the transmission and it had to be replaced. Car only had 30,000 miles on it. I got the car with 21,000 miles on it. Now the car has 50,000 miles on it and the transmission needs to be replaced again.
Purchased a 2000 dodge intrepid from dadeland dodge in miami, fl.the car is qualified for the lemon law 3 months after purchase, but unaware of such a law and never filed.now it is too late.it is now i decided to take action since the engine blew on 04/12/03.my brother in law was driving and the engine just stopped without warning.i called for a tow truck to be taken to the dealer.the car has about 65,000 miles, and the extended warranty should have covered the repairs; however, the dealer declined.iended up paying $2,714.87 to get the engine rebuilt.in addition, ialso don't have a car for 2 months, and disputed with the dealer and extended warranty company during that span.*la
Dt: the contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.purchased vehicle with 50, 000 miles on it. The next day drove carand felt vibration in front end.thought it may be tires. Consumer had the tires balanced and that did not fix the problem. Then, the oil light came on.the pressure gauge came on during idling. Took vehicleback to dealership and they replaced the oil pressure gauge. But, problem still not fixed. The transmission acted funny , when applying brakes vehicle would notslow down , it was like it wasstill in gear .the steeringmade noises when turning it to the right or left,a clanking noise . The rear suspension clanked every time hittinga bump. The engine had a high pitched wining. This happened as soon as vehicle was purchased.
Also experiencing engine problems, all four window reglators replaced, and door panels need replacement, and was never notified of recall on seat belt latches.
Dt*:the contact stated while driving 55mph on the highway under normal conditions, the engine revved up and down without warning.the vehicle was inspected by a dealer who determined the power control module of the engine failed.the power control module was replaced along with the cam/crank shaft sensor.afterwards, the check engine light illuminated without incident.the vehicle was taken to another dealership for further inspection, it was determined there was a failure of the power control module.the manufacturer was not alerted.
On 2 separate occasions vehicle experienced input and output sensor failure.the sensor controls and communicates with the rpms and transmission, per consumer.when this failure occurs vehicle immediately drops into second gear and accelerates from 30 - 60 mph,without accelerator pedal being depressed. The dealership and manufacturer are aware of the failure and are replacing sensor with a newer model.
While attempting to put the floor shifter lever into reverse the shifter separated from its linkage and broke in half.consumer rigged the lever to drive the vehicle to dealership. Dealership indicated that the cable may have binded and shifter needed to be replaced. The shifter was replaced, but the failure recurred.
While drivingoil pressure light illuminated on the dashboard followed by unwanted deceleration.vehicle was taken to the dealership, who indicated that oil pressure sensor failed, and needed to be replaced. The sensor was replaced, the engine was flushed, and an oil change performed.the failure recurred.dealership then replaced the oil pump.the unwanted deceleration recurred without the oil light coming on, and vehicle lost oil pressure.dealership replaced thetiming belt, and gear shift.also, had to drop the oil pan to check for sludge in the engine.
Unable to drive car, because it would not shift out of park. I had the car repaired under warranty and less than a year later it had the same problem again. I see that the 1999 were recalled for the same problem, why not the 2000?
Dt*:the contact stated the floor shifter ignition-park interlock failed allowing the shifter to move out of the park position with the key removed.the vehicle rolled in the direction of the incline each time.there is a nhtsa recall, # 04v021000, regarding the floor shifter.the vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it is not included in the recall due to the vin.
I stopped at a stop sign, turned left, accelerated to about 35 mph and heard a "clunk", the engine stopped running and i coasted to the side of the road, got out and looked under the hood and saw the timing chain sticking through the housing. I called a tow truck and had the vehicle towed to a repair shop. The repair shop is waiting for the after-market warranty company to decide what they will pay for and what is to be done.
The car started making a kind of clacking noise, and after a few minutes it felt like it dropped into a low gear and started knocking extremely loud.fortunately i was only a few blocks from home and as soon as i got to my driveway the car just died, everything shut down.the motor was pulled and the bearings that hold the pistons and rods together were totally gone.the mechanic says that they were no were to be found, he doesn't know what happened to them.the car is a 2000 intrepid with 95,000 miles.car has cost more money than it's worth.thanks chrysler dodge, i'm a single mother who thought she was buying reliable transportation for my child and myself.thanks for nothing.
Purchased a 2000 dodge intrepid from dadeland dodge in miami, fl.the car is qualified for the lemon law 3 months after purchase, but unaware of such a law and never filed.now it is too late.it is now i decided to take action since the engine blew on 04/12/03.my brother in law was driving and the engine just stopped without warning.i called for a tow truck to be taken to the dealer.the car has about 65,000 miles, and the extended warranty should have covered the repairs; however, the dealer declined.iended up paying $2,714.87 to get the engine rebuilt.in addition, ialso don't have a car for 2 months, and disputed with the dealer and extended warranty company during that span.*la
Consumer got out of the vehicle, put it in park, and pulled the parking brake, the consumer got out of the car and turned around because she heard a noise and saw the vehicle going down the hill, the park gear snapped and the parking brake failed, the passenger in the vehicle tried to control the vehicle from the passenger side but could not, the vehicle ended up hitting a small tree, hitting another vehicle, and crashing into a wall.
This complaint is regarding the daimlyr chrysler seatbelt defect on 1993-2002 cars and trucks.the seatbelt (latch 3 type) becomes undone when involved in a crash.there currently is a class action suit pending and chrysler will not at this point recall the seatbelts for safe belts (latch 4).
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid. While driving approximately 50 mph, the vehicle crashed into a brick wall and severely damaged the front passenger side of the vehicle. The air bags did not deploy and the front passenger seat belts malfunctioned. The driver sustained a back injury and body bruises and the front passenger sustained broken ribs. The rear passenger sustained multiple lacerations. Medical attention was required. A police report was filed. The cause of the failure was not diagnosed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 250,000.
The consumers vehicle was hit on the front right side yet the air bags did not deploy.the seat belt also failed to properly restrained the driver andas a result the driver was thrown into the passenger seat.the consumer sustained injuries to the face, right shoulder, side and eyes.the vehicle was a total loss. *nlm
Car have several recall, maker no helpful about report on recall, 2 of passanger serious injured we several fractures one thrown out when seat belt was wore from passager we broken fractures of neck and stitches seat belt not luck and other became undown.dt
I am filing this complaint for the gen-3 seatbelts in my intrepid and request that a recall be enforced.
Both front seat belts were hard to unbuckle, dealership informed consumer that they needed to be replaced.
Gen 3 seatbelt release failure proven to cause death.chrysler corp. Should recall.
Both front seat belts were hard to unbuckle, dealership informed consumer that they needed to be replaced.
Also experiencing engine problems, all four window reglators replaced, and door panels need replacement, and was never notified of recall on seat belt latches.
Upon receipt of recall notice consumer brought his car in for service, consumers recall work was never completed due to parts not being available, when the part did arrive consumer disocvered that the part was sitting on the counter and no one was working on his vehicle.*jg
Upon receipt of recall notice consumer brought his car in for service, consumers recall work was never completed due to parts not being available, when the part did arrive consumer disocvered that the part was sitting on the counter and no one was working on his vehicle.*jg
My engine failed on my 2000 dodge intrepid. The problem started with my timing chain coming apart in the engine with the engine since quitting completely. This is the same type of problem many others have listed on the internet with the timing chain and a huge engine repair cost. I do not have the money to fix a car that is so old, and i'm left paying for a car that doesn't run. Please add my name and information to the other lists of complaints for this dodge intrepid problem.
While drivingat 10 mphseat back broke, causing the seat back to fall back into a reclining position. Dealer stated there was no recall on any seat.
As i sat in my car to drive, the driver's seat leaned back unexpectedly.it can not be raised.i have a bucket and box behind the seat to hold it in place, but it is still not in an upright position.this is a safety issue.
Dt*:the contact stated that upon entering the highway at the stop sign, the driver seat fell backward without any warning.the dealer was contacted and determined that the bolt parts needed to be ordered to fix and replace the bolt.the manufacturer was contacted and determined that the vehicle needed to be taken to the dealer for a diagnostic test and suggested that an extended warranty should be purchased.
My 2000 dodge intrepid has a defective drivers seat. Fortunately, in 2003 i stopped my car to let a passenger exit and my driver's seat fell completely backwards. In 2006 i learned that my car dealer fixed the seat again. In 2010, i was stopped at my mailbox and my seat fell completely backwards again. The dealer & dodge company refused to pay for a seat replacement. Why not?
While driving, the front seat all of a sudden broke.
Driver's power seat back broke. Two (2) recliner bolts (screw hex 23043027) were replaced.incident happened while driving normally along a busy major city road. Seat back broke completely that it hit the rear seat.
I was grocery shopping and when i got in the car to go home there was a clunk noise and i was reclining in the drivers seat. I could not upright the seat so it would stay in place. I put the seat belt on and held down the console and made it home scared but safe.i looked under the seat and found a bolt broken off. I did receive a recall notice for the bolts some time ago and took the car to the local dodge dealer. I assumed theproblem was fixed although i had not had a problem until today. Can i go back to dodge to have it fixed? obviously it wad either not replaced or i got a faulty bolt. Please help.
Consumer stepped on the gas pedal and the driver side recliner seat collapsed all the way down to the rear seats.*ph
The consumers vehicle experienced symptoms of recall number03-v-035-000 related to the seat back recliner breakage.*nlm
Dt:consumer was driviing on the freeway and the back seatjust fell down.
This is a corrected complaint, the complaint i filed previously had incorrect information. Driver's side seat back began reclining unexpectedly.local dodge dealer performed recall service on recliner bolts, butseat still continued to recline, happening repeatedly on numerous occasions, very nearly resulting in an accident with a child on a bike.final repairs performed at local body shop, nylon gear in seat track was stripped.was repaired with parts from a used seat assembly in good condition.nylon gears responsible for the movement of seat back are inadequate and should be replaced by daimler chrysler corporation with stronger quality gears.body shop kept old seat track with defective gear and may still be available.
The consumer received a recall notice to replace the driver recliner seat bolt,however the dealership refused to fix it.
The consumer was adjusting the recliner on the driver's seat when it broke and caused the seat to collapse.*nlm
After having the bolt ondriver's seat repaired through a recall the seat broke.no recall found.
Recall # 03-v-35-000. There was a recall regarding the seat bolt, however the dealer stated they were not aware of any recall.
Dealership refused to replace the recliner bolt as indicated in the seat back recliner bolt recall 03v350000. Theyreplaces another part of the seat that wa s not indicated in the recall.
Consumer received a recall for the seat bolt on driver's side. Bolt was not holding the seat in place,and the seat fell backward after the hingebroke.
While driving seat back reclined unexpectedly, consumer was able to pull out of the road. Dealer notified.
The driver seat back collapsed while driving.
Consumer called complaining about having problems with the seats. Manufacturer was not contacted at the time of this call.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.while driving 40 mph, the driver's seat suddenly reclined all the way to the back seat.the contact slipped under the steering wheel and could not touch the accelerator pedal.the vehicle was taken to the dealer and stated that it was not included in a recall.the failure mileage was 100,000. Updated 07/15/08. *ljthe consumer was informed the recall was done and had bee performed correctly. The recall involved replacing the driver seat recliner bolts. The bolts were intact and installed correctly. The dealer stated the problem was internally in the seat recliner mechanism and that was not apart of the recall. Updated 07/15/08
Problems involving the recall repairs for 2000 dodge intrepid. *mr the consumer was concerned that the bolts would break. The consumer was having a difficult time with the dealer getting the recall done in a timely fashion.*sc
In may, while driving my 2000 dodge intrepid on the penn turnpike, the back of the driver's seat suddenly collapsed to a horizontal position.fortunately, i had just reduced speed as i was approaching a toll booth, thus avoiding an accident.there were less than 33,000 miles on the car at the time.in 2003 this vehicle was part of recall 03v-035; it was serviced immediately after notification in an effort to prevent this from happening.
We have a 2000 dodge intrepid es sedan that we bought new in august of 2000. In 2003 chrysler issued a recall on a seat bolt that could break and cause the seat to fall completely backwards into the back seat.we took our car in to have the part replaced.the other day the drivers seat broke and fell back into the back seat.fortunately the car was being parked at the time and no one was in the back seat.if we had been on the freeway or had one of our small grandchildren in the back seat theconsequences could have been serious. We took the car into the dealership to have the seat repaired assuming this was the same part that was recalled.we were told this was a different part and was not underrecall. If it is a different bolt as the dealer claims it should be under recall too.we were fortunate that no one was hurt.the next person this happens to may not be so lucky.the part to repair the seat is $800.00, this will not include labor and chrysler will not cover any of it.if you can draw attention to this serious defect in the dodge intrepid we would sincerely appreciate it.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.on june 11, 2007, while driving 5 mph, the driver's side seat failed.the contact made several unsuccessful attempts to put the seat back up.safety recall # 03v035000 (seats:front assembly:recliner) was found.the contact stated that this recall repair was performed on january 14, 2004.the mechanic stated that the power seat adjuster needed to be replaced.the purchase date and engine size were unknown.the current and failure mileages were 95,388.
While driving, the recliner portion of the driver's seat collapsed suddenly. *ph when the incident happened it caused the consumer to go from a vertical position to a horizontal position in a split second and the consumer lost control of the vehicle and hit a snow bank. The consumer was told there was a recall open on the driver seat recliner bolt.
2000 dodge intrepid driver side seat collapsed into a horizontal position. This occurred while the consumer was driving.the vehicle was taken to the dealer and repaired.the repair cost $1000 because the entire seat assemblyhad to be replaced, including parts that were not broken.after the repair was made the consumer received a recall on the seat recliner (recall number 03v035000) and had that part replaced as well.
Passenger side seatback reclines unexpectedly. However thereis a recall for the driver's side, but not for the passenger's side.
I am experiencing the issue of the seat back reclining unexpectedly.it was serviced at our local dodge dealer, pursuant to the recall of the recliner bolt.however this did not remedy the situation, as the seat back still reclines on it's own, and has occurred several times while driving. The service tech's at our local dealer did a diagnosis prior to my finding out about the recall, and claimed there was a problem with the seat track.i strongly feel that a new recall should be issued, because this issue may still exist with other intrepids that may have already had the recliner bolt serviced.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.while driving 20 mph, the driver's seat reclined backwards.the dealer stated that the vehicle needed a new seat track.the cause of the failure was unknown.the vehicle was previously serviced for nhtsa campaign id number 03v035000 (seats:front assembly:recliner).the current and failure mileages were 73,512.
Purchased a 2000 dodge intrepid from dadeland dodge in miami, fl.the car is qualified for the lemon law 3 months after purchase, but unaware of such a law and never filed.now it is too late.it is now i decided to take action since the engine blew on 04/12/03.my brother in law was driving and the engine just stopped without warning.i called for a tow truck to be taken to the dealer.the car has about 65,000 miles, and the extended warranty should have covered the repairs; however, the dealer declined.iended up paying $2,714.87 to get the engine rebuilt.in addition, ialso don't have a car for 2 months, and disputed with the dealer and extended warranty company during that span.*la
Air came from the brake pedal , upon starting the vehicle and depressing the pedal. Consumer tapped the pedal and it felt frozen.mechanic upon inspection indicated that the brake boosterhad gone out. Vehicle was flat bedded to the dealership. Dealership kept the vehicle for 7 days, ran 3 diagnostic test, before replacing the brake booster. Within 10 miles of picking up and driving the vehicle from the dealership the engine light came on.the consumer pulled over add 3 quarts of oil and proceeding on.suddenly the transmission made a clung noise ,flowed by the engine stalling. The vehicle coasted to the side of the highway. The mechanic found metal filing in the oil.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid. The contact stated that during break application he hears a grinding noise.break failure can lead to increased stopping distances, which increases the risk of vehicle crash. All the components in the break system were replaced. After the repair the failure resurfaced. The current and failure mileages were 99275.bl
Dt:the contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid. The contact stated that her air conditioner was not working.the engine also stalled while she was trying to accelerated from a stop on a hill.the vehicle began to roll backwards. After the vehicle stall it could be restarted,the vehicle would stall repeatedly for the rest of the day but the next day it would run properly.the dealership has attempted to repair the problem three times but they haven't been able to permanently rectify the problem.the transmission is an automatic. The consumer is also having problems getting recall work done on her brakes. All the dealer would do is run a diagnostic test and charge her more money.the manufacturer has not been contacted as of yet.
Able to pull the key out of the ignition whilegear shift lever is in drive.contacted dealer.brakes shimmy, will take into dealer for repair.*ml
Engine in 2000 chrysler intrepid started tapping noise at 58017km brought to dealer with complaint, told they would not take engine apart to check noise. I told them i had been told that the 2.7 engine had problems with sludge that prevented the oil from circulating properly. They still refused to check engine. At just over 62000 km engine became noisy. Brought it back to dealer who kept the car for two weeks, then told me engine needed to be replaced at a cost of $6500.00 and there would be no warranty coverage or goodwill. I gave them a complete history of maintenance records showing that proper maintenance was done with in the required mileage and time. They have told me that the invoices do not clearly identify my 2000 black intrepid and that it could of been another car. I only own one 2000 intrepid. The invoice shows the work the mileage and my name and date. Next me they told me the invoice numbers were too close together. The work was done at four different garages. Then they told me there was sludge that showed the vehicle was not properly maintained. Then they asked me the brand of oil the garages used as it may have been faulty. End result is that they refuse to change their position in regards to warranty coverage or goodwill repairs and i will have to replace an engine that was bought brand new in may 2001. I am frustrated and do not know where to turn. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated.
Since i bought this car on october of 1999, i have taken it to the dealer 31 times to fix things.i have been without a car 100 days.i have paid out of pocket $3,137.64.i am now on an extended warranty.i still owe $8,000.00 on my car.it has 60,000 miles.i have maintained it every 3,000 miles as suggested in the owners manual.i only use 97 octane gas.i am a very cautious driver.i take care of the car but the car has left me stranded in the middle of highways putting my life and the lives of my passengers in danger.i never know when the car is going to break down again and where so i am always under terrible stress. I pray as i drive that i make it to my destination.this car has been a lemon since i bought it.the biggest problem is the engine blowing. My brother in law was driving and i was the passenger on south dixie highway (us1) in south miami when we were at a red light and then started to go when the light turned green and without any warning lights, noises, or anything the car stopped running.it died in the middle lane.we had to push it to the side.it was rush hour and this highway is filled with very aggressive drivers.they were all cursing, beeping, signaling, and driving so close to us as to almost touch us.i was petrified.i thought a car was going to hit us. I paid for the engine repair out of my pocket, because the extended warranty company told the dealerthey could not cover it because there was sludge build up.they send an adjustor who reported it to them.the dealer told us to fight it because the sludge was normal for that type of engine.we provided the extended warranty all the receipts for the maintenance that we religiously did about every 3000 miles.we also had another mechanic go in and look at the car.the other mechanic said that these types of engines always had the problem of sludge build up and that it was normal for the engine and that the extended warranty should cover it.
When the brakes were applied, smoke came from the left front tire, the brake pads were replaced twice.
I have also replaced front passenger side door lock actuator. Now the driver side back lock actuator is going out. I have not fixed the radio, dash lights or dome lights. I am out of money for the time being. I had to refinance and add $4900. To get most of the repairs done. My engine blew due to sludge and i now have a used rebuilt one that will probably do the same thing.
(1)dashboard lights occasionally flickering.(2)abs brakes engaged on freeway at 70 mph without stepping on brake pedal.had battery tested. It was bad.(3)traded vehicle in for a new car two days later.did not drive car any more at freeway speeds.
When brakes are hot vehicle will not stop.pedal will go to the floor/ pumping brakes does not work anymore.please provide any further information.
Dt*:the contact stated the vehicle hesitated intermittently before it finally stalled.also, the brakes did not hold properly.the dealer determined the engine needed to be replaced due to sludge.the dealer also replaced the brake pads, rotors and calipers but indicated the abs sensor also needed to be replaced.
Upon hitting a deer t electrical box split open, and caused a fire, burningentire car. Airbags did not go off, andanti-lock brakes locked up for at least 6 feet .
When depressingbrake padel abs did not lock which caused brakes to fail. Please provide further information.
While driving and with no warninganti lock brakes will lock up,causingextended stopping distance. Dealer notified.
Brake fluid for abs system leaked intoengine. Also,when coming to a gradual or a sudden stopvehicle shook intermittently. Dealer has been contatced, butwas unable to locate source of problem.while driving, consumer heard a dinging and then the brake light illuminated, consumer checked the brake fluid and found there was not any in the fluid container, consumer has had to add brake fluid every 1000 miles.
Transmission failed at seven hundred miles.vehicle was hauled to the dealer, after inspectionit was determined that pieces oftransmission came apart which possibly caused additional problems with.also, when drivingbrakes kick inwithout operator depressingbrake pedal brake light illuminated on the dash. Please provide any further details.
Brake fluid for abs system leaked intoengine. Also,when coming to a gradual or a sudden stopvehicle shook intermittently. Dealer has been contatced, butwas unable to locate source of problem.while driving, consumer heard a dinging and then the brake light illuminated, consumer checked the brake fluid and found there was not any in the fluid container, consumer has had to add brake fluid every 1000 miles.
Brakes are warped. Dealership is aware ofproblem.
Brake pad on right rear (outboard pad) was on rivets and suddenly grinding into rotor with no warning. Only one pad was worn completely out- the pedal dropped and stopping distance was affected. All of the other pads have quite a bit of material left on them-about 25000 miles worth.(the car is all highway miles- approx 100 a day)why are there are no wear warning sensors on any of these brake pads- that should be a safety issue.there was a brake master cyclinder recall, but we have not been notified if this car is affected.the caliper is not seized. The piston on that caliper slid back freely as did the slider sleeves. There may be a safety defect here- the rest of the pads are fine with a lot of material left. The dome light is very distracting-especially at night as it is intermittent and illuminates at random times-no rhyme or reason. Dealer can not duplicate-so of course-no fix yet. The light will come on briefly and then go out just as quick. It doesn't matter if you are turning or just driving straight ahead- i can not seem to find any pattern, but it is a safety problem as an unsuspecting person may be startled and have an accident.there must be an electrical short somewhere. Car bought from doan dodge in rochester, but i will be taking to closer dealer (barry)as we have moved.i had to replace the brakes and rotors, but i have saved the parts. The car is all highway miles, and it is not simpily that the brakes are worn. The rest are ok, just one worn completely down into rivets.
Rotors have warped again after only 4000 miles. Contacted after market manufacturer, and they stated it was a known problem to everyone but the car maker. ******dims 11 ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut-over to artemis*****760826. Jb
The vehicle failed the state safety inspection due to rusty brake rotors. The brake pads passed inspection.
With 13,000 miles on vehicle front brake rotors are warped which may cause extended stopping distance,and result ina crash.please provide further information.
Brake rotors warped every 15,00 miles. As a result, the brake pads burned, causing the brakes to fail.
While driving vehicle & started to apply the brakes, the 2 front wheels started smoking. Steering wheel shook violently.nearly rearendedanother vehicle due to lack of brakes. Took vehicle to dealer & informed consumer brakes burnt out. The brakes were glazed over & the rotors warped.
Dt*: the contact stated drove vehicle 6 miles from home to a business appointment. After the appointment started the vehicleand the brake pedal went to the floor. Had very little braking power. Next day brake pedal was up.there is a nhtsa recall # 00v180000 regarding the master cylinder.this vehicle was not included in the recall due to the vin.the manufacturer wascontacted and explained there was no recalls for this vehicle.the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who bled the brakes.
No summary listed for above vehicle.
My 2000 intrepid s engine blew up 2 years ago and again 2days ago there was no warning. Master cylinder is failing and the steering pin broke in the car and left me helpless i ended up in a ditch. I called dodgeand they said they couldn't help because it was out of warranty past 7 years and its only been 2.
While driving vehicle experienced the very same symptomsas stated inrecall campaign00v180000 concerning brakes master cylinder.
2000 intrepid brakes failed. The vacuum booster was full of water and froze leaving the consumer with no brakes.
Steering mechanism feels loose.at a high way speedvehicle need continualadjustment it wanders.this defect is not allowing consumer to have full control ofvehicle. Dealer has not acknowledged defect or provided remedy.the vehicle was at the dealership three times but the problem was not solved and the vehcile is unsafe.
Steering developed 'play' in late 10/03. By 11/12/03 it was clunking, wheel was cocked to the right. Steering wheel would stick/lock up. Contacted dealer in santa rosa, ca. Was quoted $175 estimate. Later, same day learned that rack was broken and pump was leaking and cost would be a minimum $2000 to repair. I opted to go to another mechanic and had the car towed away from the dealer shop.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.when turning the vehicle, the steering would not return to its normal position.the contact had to pull the steering wheel back manually.the vehicle then began making a clunking noise in the front end.the diagnosis was that the rack and pinion steering had internal play and the steering gear needed to be replaced.the contact referenced technical service bulletin number 1900101 (steering).the current and failure mileages were 67,445.updated 10/03/08 updated 10/06/08.
When drivingvehicleand making a left turn steering wheel will turn, but wheel won't follow through.connection is not able to impact. Consumer was traveling about 35mph onhighway, went to turn vehicle left, andvehicle went straight.he ended up in a ditch.
My 2000 intrepid s engine blew up 2 years ago and again 2days ago there was no warning. Master cylinder is failing and the steering pin broke in the car and left me helpless i ended up in a ditch. I called dodgeand they said they couldn't help because it was out of warranty past 7 years and its only been 2.
I have found an excellent and informative website against daimler chrysler at www.daimlerchryslervehicleproblems.com for anyone who would like more information mainly in regard to intrepid, 300m, concorde, lhs premature engine, steering, transmission and other common failures. I have experienced many of these problems myself and daimler chrysler simply does not care, i could have even been killed in one instance. After own another vehicle and putting nearly 30,000 miles on it i have not had any of the ridiculous problems experienced with chrysler's dodge brand of vehicles. There is a lot of information consumers need to know that daimler chrysler does not want you to know about these vehicles and their common problems chrysler ignores, some of which are potential safety concerns such as the defective seat belt design chrysler continues to use and defective steering design and or components that can cause sudden looseness or change of response in steering, which can lead to a serious accident. These guys have been receiving complaints daily about these problems and have been referring consumers to the nhtsa, i hope that in turn the nhtsa will add this to the list of their complaints so others will also know about this. Thank you very much for your time. *nlm
The 2000 dodge intrepid es 3.2l model has a rack and pinion problem. Mine started around may of 05 at about 63,000 miles. It started out just as a clunking noise. I had replaced all kinds of parts within the past few years like lower and upper ball joints, inner tie rods (twice), front end alignments, etc., thinking that the noise would be fixed. After all that was replaced on this car, i figured that the car was just made that way. As of this year, the steering started making a louder clunking noise when turning and straightening the wheels. At this point it just keeps getting louder and louder. I've had this looked at twice by different mechanics. The dealer in pittsburgh says that the replacement is $875.00 (which does not include labor) and that it is on back order and that the remanufactured ones are no longer available.i went online and found an unbelievable amount of consumers having the same type of problems with many chyrysler/dodge vehicles. It seems alot of them have been sent to you. The one site is: http://www.dontbuydodgechryslervehicles.com/dodge_chrysler_steering_problems.htmthere was another site that i contacted earlier this year (www.dodgechryslersteeringproblems.com) (which as i looked today are no longer there) and they said to contact you which i am doing. Please reply to this.this seems to be a very serious problem. When i asked the dealer about this, they said my year should not have this problem! guess what... It does!as i look at the questions that are listed below, luckily i can say i don't have to click on yes to any of them or to put in the number of deaths.....and hopefully i won't need to. But from what i'm seeing, my days are numbered.
The steering locked up, which caused consumer to loose control of the vehicle.
Almost lost control of the steering while driving on the interstate highway.car started shaking so we pulled of to the side of the road as soon as possible.the inner tie rod bushings were completely gone with just the bolt and washer holding the tie rod on the steering rack.had to replace the inner tie rods, but still need to replace the steering rack.
2000 dodge intrepid the power steering started acting up, problem's like wining and hard to steer at times. Than finally it went out all together we took the car to the local shop after two power pumps and a new steering rack-n-pinion the mechanic still couldn't figure what the problem was.when he called and said that there was nothing else he could do about the steering problem and he didn't know what was causing it to steer so hard,so he told us to come and get the !@#$%'thing out of his sight ! so that's when i went on line and read about all the problem's everyone else was having and also confirmed my suspicions on what might be the problem. (the wrong fluid in res.)so now that i drained the fluid and flushed all the lines a couple times the thing works fine .
As i was driving along and approached my exit, the steering wheel locked up and would not allow me to control the car.i was able to stop the car safely hitting some brush on the side of the road.no damage or injuries were incurred, but this was very frightening!now, the steering is still getting stuck on turns and i have no horn!the airbag light is now showing and i don't know whats going on with this car!something needs to be done.no warnings, or recalls have been made, and there a many concerns of others going through the same issue with this car.please advise on what is going to be done about this problem before someone gets killed!
Loss of steering control. Vehicle veered right and would not respond.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid. While driving at 55 mph, there was a burning odor. In addition, the steering wheel made an abnormal noise when turning in both directions and all lights, meters, and gauges on the instrument panel failed to function. The contact also stated that the rear lights failed to illuminate. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 135,000.
Steering sticking while turning car. Nability to correct turn once inputed, has lead to the car leaving the road several times.
The vehicle's steering wheel had so much play. The vehicle crossed the center lime of the highway which forced the oncoming cars to the shoulder.*ph *nlm
Vehicle has excessive play in steering which causes car to wander while driving, especially at higher speeds. Requires constant adjusting while driving this car is unsafe and makes me a little leary about driving it at all. This seems to be a big promblem with this vehicle and i wonder why the dept. Of transportation and highway safety hasn't done anything about it!
Engine in 2000 chrysler intrepid started tapping noise at 58017km brought to dealer with complaint, told they would not take engine apart to check noise. I told them i had been told that the 2.7 engine had problems with sludge that prevented the oil from circulating properly. They still refused to check engine. At just over 62000 km engine became noisy. Brought it back to dealer who kept the car for two weeks, then told me engine needed to be replaced at a cost of $6500.00 and there would be no warranty coverage or goodwill. I gave them a complete history of maintenance records showing that proper maintenance was done with in the required mileage and time. They have told me that the invoices do not clearly identify my 2000 black intrepid and that it could of been another car. I only own one 2000 intrepid. The invoice shows the work the mileage and my name and date. Next me they told me the invoice numbers were too close together. The work was done at four different garages. Then they told me there was sludge that showed the vehicle was not properly maintained. Then they asked me the brand of oil the garages used as it may have been faulty. End result is that they refuse to change their position in regards to warranty coverage or goodwill repairs and i will have to replace an engine that was bought brand new in may 2001. I am frustrated and do not know where to turn. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated.
Backing out of a parking space in 2000 dodge intrepid es with 140k miles, there was a loud pop and had complete loss of steering in the front left wheel.the bolt that secures the tie rod to the rack and pinion had completely pulled out of the rack and pinion. If this had occurred while driving, it would have resulted in a major accident.rack and pinion needs to be replaced to fix the problem. I did not have the part replaced, so i still have the old part. I have parked the car and refuse to drive it.
Traveling at 70 mph on interstate 65, the vehicle was drifting right and then veered right. Vehicle would not respond. Vehicle hit right guardrail and was deflected to the left across 3 lanes and impacted the center concrete divider.
While driving at any speed and with no warning steering bolt willlose and it is causing the steering wheel to jump around, makingit hard for consumer to steer the vehicle.
Dt: 2000 dodge intrepid bought in april used with 11,000 miles.since then it has been in shop 9-10 times, mostly consistingof steering problems, such as rack and pinion and the steering coupler.there were other issues, but this was the main concern.one week ago the consumerwasinvolved in an accident, front end impact for which the air bags did not deploy.consumersustainedinjuries.no repairs after the accident because there was over $6,000 worth of damage.emergency brake handle was loose.the dealer determined the it was not connected. The dealer repositioned/reassembled the emergency brake.the key wouldn't come out of the ignition because the shift interlock cable broke.the check engine light illuminated.the dealer replaced the wiring to the brake light switch.
Steering on car makes loud clunking noises and freezes/locks at low to medium speeds( preventing any operator control for 1 to 5 seconds). Usually seems to be when turning left however that is not steadfast either. Even turning wheel to back car out of driveway will make large clunking sound in front end. Seems to be usually within first five to 10 minutes of car running however that is not steadfast. This car has not crashed yet but the potential has presented itself more than once. At thispoint i refuse to let my small children ride in car.
Since i bought this car on october of 1999, i have taken it to the dealer 31 times to fix things.i have been without a car 100 days.i have paid out of pocket $3,137.64.i am now on an extended warranty.i still owe $8,000.00 on my car.it has 60,000 miles.i have maintained it every 3,000 miles as suggested in the owners manual.i only use 97 octane gas.i am a very cautious driver.i take care of the car but the car has left me stranded in the middle of highways putting my life and the lives of my passengers in danger.i never know when the car is going to break down again and where so i am always under terrible stress. I pray as i drive that i make it to my destination.this car has been a lemon since i bought it.the biggest problem is the engine blowing. My brother in law was driving and i was the passenger on south dixie highway (us1) in south miami when we were at a red light and then started to go when the light turned green and without any warning lights, noises, or anything the car stopped running.it died in the middle lane.we had to push it to the side.it was rush hour and this highway is filled with very aggressive drivers.they were all cursing, beeping, signaling, and driving so close to us as to almost touch us.i was petrified.i thought a car was going to hit us. I paid for the engine repair out of my pocket, because the extended warranty company told the dealerthey could not cover it because there was sludge build up.they send an adjustor who reported it to them.the dealer told us to fight it because the sludge was normal for that type of engine.we provided the extended warranty all the receipts for the maintenance that we religiously did about every 3000 miles.we also had another mechanic go in and look at the car.the other mechanic said that these types of engines always had the problem of sludge build up and that it was normal for the engine and that the extended warranty should cover it.
The steering wheel makes a squeaking noise when vehicle is cold, consumer was informed that a new steering column was needed and it would take 8 weeks before the part could be replaced, a few days after the steering wheel began to make noise again.
While driving then stopping steering wheel will lock up,making a turn. Could occur without a prior warning.
When drivingat undetermined speed steering wheel failed, causing the driver to lose control the vehicle and hit another vehicle head on. Consumer stated that steering wheel locked up,and both front air bags did not deploy.consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealership for inspection, and mechanic determined that the steering column boltsnapped.
While driving home, all of a sudden the steering wheel loosened up and vehicle was almost unable to steer, vehicle was taken into dealership and consumer was informed the tilt mechanism was coming apart at the column, steering column was replaced, consumer is also requesting reimburesment for rental fees that were incurred due to dealer having vehicle for over three weeks.
The day after we had gotten new tires put on and aligned on our 2000 dodge intrepid the car pulled strongly to the right and made loud sounds on turns.took it to the dealer and had him look at it and said steering gear had dropped and had to be replaced. Replaced the steering gear and did an alignment to the turn of $1400. Went to the dealer in the first place to get seat fixed on free recall and ended up spending over $1800 dollars there.noticed lots of complaints about steering on mycarstats - is this a mfg defect that should be covered?
The power steeringhits against a fitting and it puts a hole in the power steering line. Thiscausedpower steering fluid to leak, and when turning the vehicle a whining noise was heard and that was when consumer discovered the defect.the consumer stated that the vehicle had a premature engine, door lock , ac failure.the vehicle power steering pump makes noise.*tc
While driving 15 mph vehicle stalled.consumerwas unable to restart the vehicle, and had it towed to a garage for inspection. Mechanic determined that thesteering power assist pumpand timing belt needed to be replaced.
While drivingat any speed consumer heard a noise coming through the engine.the vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the technician determined theneed for a new engine at consumer's expense of $8,800.the consumer checked the web site and found many similar complaints.there was also a loss of power.the vehicle was taken to the dealer and they suggested that there was a problem with the rod bearing. *sc
Noticed play in steering getting worse as time went on so i went to a local firestone to have tires replaced and complete alignment done on vehicle. They replaced the tires but refused to do an alignment because they said there was too much play in the inner tierods and that the steering gear may need to be replaced. They quoted me a price of 300.00 for each inner tierod and said i would have to find a different shop to replace the rack and pinion because they can not. Car still drifts all over the road and the steering still has play. I refuse to have my two small children in this death trap.
While traveling on the highway, the consumer heard a knocking noisecoming from the front of the vehicle, causingrack andpinion to go out. . the consumer noticed slack in the steering and rattling in the front at around 75000 miles. The steering becamestuck during left and right turns. . the tie rods were replaced and also the rack and pinion needed to be replaced, however the consumer declined the repairs.
2000 dodge intrepid, the consumer was traveling westbound, when his right front tie rod broke causing him to go off to the left side of the roadway striking the concretemedian. (ohio traffic crash report # 10-0344-91)updated 08/06/10
Dt:2000 dodge intrepid with 60,000 miles.the steeringfailed.it started with a lot of loose play in the steering. Wheel. Currently when driving straight the wheel was upside down.this problem started approximately 10,000 miles ago, complete failure occurred on july 27, 2005.the vehicle becameimpossible to drive in a short period of time.the vehicle is currently at the dealership, and they have not looked at it. It showedrack and pinion steering failure symptoms.chrysler was not willing to help with the problem.the vehicle did not go in a straight line, the tires were recently replaced and the vehicle was balanced and aligned.the tie rod was replaced.
Check oil light kept coming on, took to dealer and they repaired problem, two times to get it done.dealer said oil pressure was fine/28/04 - timing chain failure, only 37,000 miles on car.bought new in 2000. Engine valves were damaged.dealer took 2 1/2 weeks to repair lso had to replace tie rod ends.
I purchased my 2000 dodge intrepid with only 26,000 miles in nov. 2001.since then i have replaced my input/out transmission sensors, and have been told that i must now replace my rack and pinion assembly due to steering problems.after doing some research i have found that this premature failure is very common and an on going problem with dodge intrepids.the manufacture should be held accoutable and forced to recall all vehicles having these and other common problems with defective parts.the problem with the steering defect on this vehicleis a very dangerous and will cost lives if not address by nhtsa. Mr
I bought my 2000 dodge intrepid in feb. 2003 with 37,295 miles on it. Started to notice the car pulling to the right and a lot of play in the steering wheel. I took the car to keystone chrysler to be serviced on may 15, 2003. Steve haller(rep.) said it sounds like an alignment problem. When i called mr. Haller to check how things were going, he said they were having some trouble trying to align the car, but they will get it done. I dropped the car off at 7 a.m. And the car was not finished until 2:30 that afternoon. That seems like a long time for an alignment. When i picked the car up, i still noticed a lot of play in the steering wheel and the drifting to the right. It was as if i had no control over which direction the car was going. I then took the car back to the dealership and they said they would correct the problem. Mr. Doolittle(another rep.) then called me at home that afternoon to tell me that there is no alignment problem, but there is a problem with the rack and pinion. He said it needs to be replaced soon, but will cost $1200. He also told me that the car is unsafe to drive and he recommend that i do not drive it home. Well, i had no other choice but to go pick up the car and drive it home. I did not have $1200 to fix the rack and pinion. On june 14, 2003, my car lost control. It pulled to the left and would not budge. It now sits in my driveway collecting dust. I recently been investigating into this rack and pinion problem with intrepid's and i realize i am not the only one with this problem. Yet the problem is so common that the part is on back order because of high demand. Doesn't that say anything to the chrysler corporation?the steering problems with the dodge intrepid is so serious, it is taking lives and injuring many people. I feel the rack and pinion should be recalled and fixed before it injures or kills anyone else. *nlm
Steering clunks and sticks at random with no warning, told rack and pinion is in need of replacement.vehicle has only a little over 48,000 miles on it.
Consumer requesting refund for work done on vehicle.*mrthe steering was loose due to internal play in the rack and pinion.the rack and pinion was replaced.scc
While traveling on the highway, the consumer heard a knocking noisecoming from the front of the vehicle, causingrack andpinion to go out. . the consumer noticed slack in the steering and rattling in the front at around 75000 miles. The steering becamestuck during left and right turns. . the tie rods were replaced and also the rack and pinion needed to be replaced, however the consumer declined the repairs.
Steering very loose.my mechanic identified problem.i took vehicle to a chrysler dealership, where they confirmed that the rack and pinion needed to be replaced.vehicle 2 yrs. Old.problem started before 45,000 miles.spoke to dealership, who consulted with chrysler.will not even provide partial compensation.mechanic deems vehicle unsafe.steering could go completely.
While driving my 2000 dodge intrepid i lost all steering the dealership told me it was the rack and pinion this is the second time this part has failed the first time was in july of 2002.
I thought i had filed a complaint about this incident before but it does not show up in the searches. The steering would lock-up when turning to get the car to straighten out i would have to force the steering wheel with all of my strength later the steering failed completely the dealer replaced the rack and pinion. I noticed that there are a lot of complaints about this component failing more than once on several vehicles.
While going 20 mph steering became impossible to control. Consumer took the vehicleto a mechanic, whodetermined thatrack and pinion steering was defective.
Dt:2000 dodge intrepid with 60,000 miles.the steeringfailed.it started with a lot of loose play in the steering. Wheel. Currently when driving straight the wheel was upside down.this problem started approximately 10,000 miles ago, complete failure occurred on july 27, 2005.the vehicle becameimpossible to drive in a short period of time.the vehicle is currently at the dealership, and they have not looked at it. It showedrack and pinion steering failure symptoms.chrysler was not willing to help with the problem.the vehicle did not go in a straight line, the tires were recently replaced and the vehicle was balanced and aligned.the tie rod was replaced.
Dt:on 8-17-04 the consumertook the vehicle tofor regular maintenance, and the dealership told him that the steering needed alignment and the tie rod ends needed to bereplaced.the consumer had not been experiencing any problem at that time.the consumer had the outer tie rod ends replaced and the front end aligned.afterwards, on 9-15-04, the consumerexperienced too much free play in the steering wheel.the consumer took vehicleback to the dealership, and they told him that the gear in the steering rack was worn out,andhe needed to replace the rack and pinion. The consumer had not had it fixed as of yet.the steering rack got much worse and now has to be manually pulled back to center when turning.
Consumer stated while driving on the highway, the steering became more difficult while being driven. Before total loss of steering, there was a loud squealing noise that came from the engine compartment.*ph
After puchasing my 2000 dodge intrepid es in november of 1999 and began noticing a steering vibration at approximately 37,000 miles.the vibration increased to steering difficulties while at various speeds.after opinions received from three separate mechanics, the rack and pinion assembly required replacement at a cost of approximately $1,700.00.after numerous attempts to find any recall notice for the intrepid, no dealer was able to provide any assistance.several other claims of similiar occurances have been found posted on the internet all matching the descriptions of steering assembly failures.the original rack and pinion assembly was inspected by the mechanic and was noted to have "fractured" thereby causing the steering problems.
I bought my 2000 dodge intrepid from ideal auto exchange. In a few days i heard some knocking on turns. I took the vehicle to my mechanic who states that rack and pinion has a problem , and must be replaced. I have a warranty with dealer under "lemon" law to replace rack and pinion. However, dealer states that after careful check on the vehicle they can't see any problems, and external knocking sound on turns is normal. Afterwards they refused to replace the part. Please advise what should i do.
In jan 2004, our 2000 dodge intrepid experienced 3 separate occasions where we would turn the steering wheel to the right and after about 2/3 steering wheel turn, it would stop.we would turn the wheel back to the left and then to the right noting that it would then turn as if nothing was wrong.when we went to the dealer, they said that the rack and pinion would need replacing.i described the problem on a newsgroup and it was suggested to change the power steering fluid.we did (since it was cheaper) and the problem didn't reoccur.about 3 weeks ago, we would notice an occasional rattle from the front end.i initially attributed it to normal suspension wear since it was aperodic and no consistancy to it.as time went on, the rattles would occur more often.it would do it going over rough roads or railroad tracks. Finally, i could get the rattle to occur regularly while driving by putting the car into neutral and then back into drive and letting the car perform a "jerk" as the transmission engaged.that prompted me to to a search on alldata for tsb information about the suspension.i came across tsb 19-01-00 that matched my experience to the letter.i took the car to the dealer and they replaced the steering gear (rack and pinion).replacing it also "cured" a "knuckling" sound that i again attributed to just an "age" noise.*mr
Steering wheel has a knocking noise due to the rack and pinion.dealer contacted.
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.while driving 50 mph, the vehicle would veer to the right.the repair shop performed an alignment and the power steering pump was replaced.however, the failure still occurred.the vehicle was taken to another repair shop and they stated that the steering gear rack and pinion needed to be replaced.a complaint was filed with the manufacturer and the contact was issued reference number 16542975.the current mileage was 114,000 and failure mileage was 100,000.
The rack and pinion was replaced at 24,000 miles and was covered by warranty.the rack and pinionfailed again at 39000 miles and had to pay a $300.00 deductible. Also the valve cover gaskets leaked.
Consumer states while driving the rack and pinion went out causing lost of steering.mr
I picked up my car from the dealership after the rack and pinion was replaced and noticed a problem on the way home it was very difficult to turn left and extremely easy to turn right i returned the car to the dealership and they checked it again the rack and pinion is bad and needs to be replaced.
Noticed play in steering getting worse as time went on so i went to a local firestone to have tires replaced and complete alignment done on vehicle. They replaced the tires but refused to do an alignment because they said there was too much play in the inner tierods and that the steering gear may need to be replaced. They quoted me a price of 300.00 for each inner tierod and said i would have to find a different shop to replace the rack and pinion because they can not. Car still drifts all over the road and the steering still has play. I refuse to have my two small children in this death trap.
While driving at 60 mph steering wheel shook andpulled to the left or right. Vehicle was taken to independent shop,and technician determined thatrack and pinion needed to be replaced at consumer'sexpense.
My dodge intrepid has 73000 highway miles.i am having severe steering problems that will require me to replace my rack and pinion steering to correct. The cost of this replacement will be $1500.00. I feel the rack and pinion steering problem should be considered a safety failure subject to recall. *nlm
I was making a right hand turn.the steering wheel locked up on me and i went over the sidewalk and off the road into some ones front yard. Luckly this was late at night and no one was on the sidewalk. I had the car towed to a mechanic. He said it has a bad rack and pinion. I havea2000 dodge intrepid that i had since new with only 49,000 miles on it.the mechanic said their is no way this should have went out. It cost me over $1200 to fix this . Please check this out before some one gets seriously injured. Thanks.
Vehicle's steering wheel is malfunctioning. The dealership indicated that the rack and pinion has to be replaced. Ph
The service department told me they had also had this problem with a chrysler concorde at about 60,000 miles. No safety defect stated.
Rack and pinion steering system failed causing wheel position to lock up on a left hand turn. Had to physically correct the wheel, almost caused a collision.
Rack and pinion failed with steering getting stuck.driver describes that there is extensive amount of play and binding.please describe details.
I have only made 4 payments on this car, and i am scheduled for my 7th repair attempt on 12/3/02. To date, i have had 2 steering pump replacements, 1 rack& pinion replacement, a complete steering fluid change with fluid supposedly specified by dodge, 1appointment that ended up being a test drive only-was advised to take car home pending response from dodge on how to proceed with repairs..(was told response "didnt really pertain to my car.."), 1 vent wire and oil sender unit replaced, and in august 02, i had a 1 month auto check up. These repairs, while not all in sequence,took place between 9/17/02-11/20/02.my steering problem returned in full force 11/25/02. The steering is loud and does not quiet when driving. I am terrified to drive this car for fear of causing an accident. This car, in my opinion, is very dangerous! of late, dodge is covering it's inability to repair this car with arrogance, and i'm frightened enough of this car that i intend to start alemon law arbitration. As you may notice, i was unable to answer some of the mechanical questions on this form, so i left them as they were. Dt
The shocks and cooling fan had to be replaced.the vehicle continued in a straight path although the steering wheel was turned left.the rack and pinion was replaced. *ph*nlm
It started with a "small" noise in the right front end.the dealer said they couldn't find anything.after 2 years of listening to the "small" noise, the steering started acting strange.when making a turn, it wouldn't go back to the center.then it started locking up and would not return to the center position unless i use all the strength i have.i took it to the local dodge dealership but "they couldn't find anything".i took it to a local repair shop and they determined the entire rack and pinion steering is shot and needs to be replaced at somewhere around $1000.00.so as it stands, i have a 2000 dodge intrepid with 35,000 miles, no warranty, and no help from dodge either.
While driving the engine light illuminated, and blinked. Then, engine completely shut down. It was later determined that there was sludge in the engine. The vehicle's rack and pinion also failed.
Consumer states while driving and rack and pinion . Please provide additionalinformation .ts
The problem started with the steering wheel sticking and making loud clunking noises when attempting to make turns. I took mycar to my mechanic who couldn't identify the problem. Needless to say, the problem got progressively worse. The steering was so loose, i could turn the steering wheel from the 10 o'clock to the 2 o'clock position and the wheels would not even move.on november the 19th, i took my car to a dodge dealership who identified the problem as the rack and pinion....a problem that would cost me over a $1000 to repair. I had no choice but to come up the money or risk killing myself or some one else due to steering failure. My car is less than 3 years old and has approximately 68000 miles.after much research, i have discovered that there are many people who are experiencing the same problem. This is a serious safety issue that needs to be properly addressed. Undoubtedly a recall is in order and a reimbursement for those who have already had to pay for these repairs. *la
Vehicle information:98,975miles on the car bushings broke september 18, 2007 took the car in for steering noise and accessive shaking they werereplaced and within that same day the bolts broke off in my drive-way than my mechanic did his homework and found this defect online....car is no longer driveable.what do we do???do we fix the car and park it until dodge does something or leave as is....please help....
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December of 2003 steering started grinding and making a clunking noise when beginging to drive and drifting when driving.took it to dealer, had to replace rack and pinion steering system.april of 2004 same problem only this time steering completely went out.not the power steering, there was no way to steer the vehicle. Replaced rack and pinion steering system. November 2004 same problems again got it there before the steering complely went out again.once again replaced rack and pinion steering system.
Dedember 2002 started car and engine making terrible noise.took it to the dealer and the engine had went out.they had to re-do the engine that cost me $1350.00.i had been hearing a knockingfrom the front of the car and the steering was loose.when i tyrned the wheel left or right it would stick and i had loud popping from the steering.i took it to the dealer and it was the rack and pinion.that was on january 21, 2003.in the same week i noticed oil leaking.the oil light was blinking on and off.the dealer said it was leaking due to the oil switch.to fix the rack and oil leak it cost me another $1300.00.i am trying to get the dodge company to fess up and pay for the repairs.the car has been well maintanenced and only 51,000 miles.
My 200o dodge intrepid has 61,000 miles on it. I started having problems with the steering at about 58,000. Whenever i made a turn left or right my steering wheel would lock and i would not be able to straighten out. I would sometimes have to turn it forcefully and it would make a terrible clunking and grinding noise. I have almost been in a terrible accident on more than one occasion. The wheel lockedup as i made a right turn and i was forced down an embankment, fortunately i was alone in the car and no one was on the embankment as they usually are. I have brought the car to a dodge dealer and they are repairing it for $1067.00. They said it is the steering gear and rack. After reading all the complaints on this vehicle with the exact same problems. I fee this is a safety issue an should be on a recall status.i was hoping to purchase a 300 chrysler now i'm not sure if i want to stay with this company.
My 2000 intrepid has a steering problem that causes the steering wheelto lock-up intermittently, especially in cold weather. This is extremely dangerous as you might expect. Dodge service told me the car needs a steering rack, along with stabilizer links and bushings costing $1,500. Thecar is out of warranty ( and i do not have an extended warrant) butit as less than 25,000 miles. I called customer service (case # 12074847)andspoke to damon who said that he could offer no assistance. He seemed to befixated on the fact that several days after my purchase, i dropped myextended warranty coverage. In my mind, this does not change the fact thati have no extended warranty coverage, and it should not matter when imadethe decision not to have this coverage. I dropped it because i wasrelyingon dodge standing behind a quality product and that the car would lastwithout a major repair for at least 50,000 miles. I did not plan on keepingthe car much longer than 5000-0 miles. Mon refused to consider providingme with any financial assistance with this repair. I would have been happywith 50% of the cost of the parts. Still frustrated that a 3 year old carwith under 25k miles should need this kind of safety-compromising repair, icalled the nhtsa and learned that they are currently investigating steeringrack problems on this car and that they would be very interested ininspecting steering rack that failed prematurely. So i've asked the servicemanager to keep it for me. They did not and said the core had to returned for remanufacturing. I can't believe that dodge is not willing todo that right thing and accept some of the responsibility for this repair.
Dt: while driving i noticed the steering wheel was off set.the steering locked up.after driving home the wheel locked up again.tookvehicle to mechanic, and they said the rack and pinion was completely broken. Also, theysaid that it would be dangerous to drive the car. Called the manufacturer,and they said that they could do nothing.this was going to cost consumerabout $900.00 to repair.
2000 dodge intrepid with 47,000 miles just got 2 months ago.steering wheel had 2" of play in it but still drove okay and i thought i could live with it untill i could save enough $$ to get new rack and pinion. Was turning left and steering locked up, had to slam on the breaks before i hit someone walking!!!guy thought i was trying to kill him and he gave it to me.i yanked on the steering wheel and got the heck out of there.now when i drive the car i expect the lock up and able to control it but is very scary because its getting worse and i cant afford to get it fixed and its my only car.oh well just have to die to get action.thanks for not helping us out here.
Car steering wheel play left and right and hang up after sharp turn. Took in for problem and was told not safe to drive. Dealership replace steering rack. Car only had 46000 miles.
Steering failure - broken rack in 2000 dodge intrepid. Mileage 68,254.*la
While driving 40 mph, the rack gears stripped off without warning. As a result the vehicle lost steering. No impact reported. *tc
Steering rack problems in a 2000 dodge intrepid with less 40,000 miles.read onwebsites that this is a common problem for this make/model.why not a recall?accident potential as well as some reported.costly replacement for consumer.this has turned me off to chrysler products and i am very upset.i am a single parent with two kids and can't afford costly repair bills.this is obvious a manufacturer defect with so many complaints.why isn't something being done to help us consumers?we need safe, reliable vehicles to provide transportationfor our families.what is the problem here?!
Windshield keeps breaking,air system is releasing carbon monoxide into the cabin of the vehicle.rubber trims for all four doors shrunk. Contacted herb chambers (dealer),i got the usual run around.contacted the manufacturer via e-mail, they advised me to go back to herb chambers and work out warranty related issues. Mr
My well maintained dodge intrepid has many failures starting with the cracking on the chasis and massive engine problems.
Dash board is cracking near airbag and lights flicker on and off we have to hit the dashboard for it to stop.
Water leaked into the rear driver side door seal of the vehicle.
Engine is bad. Loud knocking. Originally thought it was main seal that went out but upon further investigation and several mechanics, the engine is gone. Second thought was the oil pump went bad, no luck there either. No known reason for engine to go out and no warning signs. No "check engine" lights or anything else. Car has less than 52,500 miles. Up to this i never had any problems with the vehicle, other than the weather stripping around all four doors keep coming off, even after it was replaced at dealership.
While driving on the freeway at approximately 70 mph, the engine seized without warning. Owner had the vehicle towed to a mechanic and was informed that the engine needed to be replaced.updated 1/19/2006 - the oil light illuminated on the dash then the engine seized.the vehicle was sent to the salvage yard.the weather strips at the doors were leaking.
Consumers thumb became stuck in change holder onconsole,. Emergency medical assistance had to saw plastic holder away from occupant's finger to release it. Please provide further details.
2000 dodge intrepid. Weather stripping/molding on the doors has shrunk and separated from the mounting area. This is the second time this has occurred. Had the weatherstrip replaced under warranty at 31154 miles. The dealer has acknowledge that the weatherstrip has again shrunk over time. The cost to replace is $136.00 each door, parts and labor.
Front driver and passenger door locks and also rear passenger door locks had to be replaced due to defects .the front driver and passenger door locks were cover under the orignal warranty and the rear passenger door locks were covered under my extended warranty in which i ended up paying a fifty dollar deductible . I would like to know are there other people having to replace their door locks.
Receive electrical shock when touching the driver's side door after operating.
Defective weatherstripping on all 4 doors - dealer states that it is obviously a defect - but cannot fix it because it is not under the initial 3 year warranty - chrysler offers me a discounted price - i do not want to pay anything to chrysler because there are 4defective items onmy $30,000 vehicle that i am still working hard to pay off. I brought it to them in august because i had time of from work, and they saidif i would have brought it in 2 months ago it would have been covered.load of crap that i did not meet the dead line on defective items in my car to be fixed for free.chrysler gives a '!@#$% about their customers and i will spread the word.
The back doors of the vehicle are inoperable. The doors have locked and cannot be opened manuelly or with key entry system. Took to the dealer dealer will not remedy the problem. Please provide any further information. Mr
Door molding is separating from its frame,causing several gapes.the cause of the frame shrinking is yet to be determined.
While backing out of a parking stall, front drivers side wheel lower control arm broke free from engine cradle resulting in total immobilization of vehicle. Upon inspection it was obvious that the mounting bracket which is welded to the engine cradle frame had rusted out causing failure. Similar failures on older models have had nhtsa recalls, see nhtsa campaign id # 99v215000, issued due to loss of power or control resulting in a potentially life threatening condition. It is understandable for wear parts such as brakes, shocks and suspension joints to fail due to use and mileage but frame members should be made solid and the responsibility of the auto manufacturer to ensure long term reliability.
Vehiclepulled to the left while traveling at any given speed.vehicle has been in dealer'sshop on two occasions, and problemstill reoccurring.
Engine in 2000 chrysler intrepid started tapping noise at 58017km brought to dealer with complaint, told they would not take engine apart to check noise. I told them i had been told that the 2.7 engine had problems with sludge that prevented the oil from circulating properly. They still refused to check engine. At just over 62000 km engine became noisy. Brought it back to dealer who kept the car for two weeks, then told me engine needed to be replaced at a cost of $6500.00 and there would be no warranty coverage or goodwill. I gave them a complete history of maintenance records showing that proper maintenance was done with in the required mileage and time. They have told me that the invoices do not clearly identify my 2000 black intrepid and that it could of been another car. I only own one 2000 intrepid. The invoice shows the work the mileage and my name and date. Next me they told me the invoice numbers were too close together. The work was done at four different garages. Then they told me there was sludge that showed the vehicle was not properly maintained. Then they asked me the brand of oil the garages used as it may have been faulty. End result is that they refuse to change their position in regards to warranty coverage or goodwill repairs and i will have to replace an engine that was bought brand new in may 2001. I am frustrated and do not know where to turn. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated.
Since i bought this car on october of 1999, i have taken it to the dealer 31 times to fix things.i have been without a car 100 days.i have paid out of pocket $3,137.64.i am now on an extended warranty.i still owe $8,000.00 on my car.it has 60,000 miles.i have maintained it every 3,000 miles as suggested in the owners manual.i only use 97 octane gas.i am a very cautious driver.i take care of the car but the car has left me stranded in the middle of highways putting my life and the lives of my passengers in danger.i never know when the car is going to break down again and where so i am always under terrible stress. I pray as i drive that i make it to my destination.this car has been a lemon since i bought it.the biggest problem is the engine blowing. My brother in law was driving and i was the passenger on south dixie highway (us1) in south miami when we were at a red light and then started to go when the light turned green and without any warning lights, noises, or anything the car stopped running.it died in the middle lane.we had to push it to the side.it was rush hour and this highway is filled with very aggressive drivers.they were all cursing, beeping, signaling, and driving so close to us as to almost touch us.i was petrified.i thought a car was going to hit us. I paid for the engine repair out of my pocket, because the extended warranty company told the dealerthey could not cover it because there was sludge build up.they send an adjustor who reported it to them.the dealer told us to fight it because the sludge was normal for that type of engine.we provided the extended warranty all the receipts for the maintenance that we religiously did about every 3000 miles.we also had another mechanic go in and look at the car.the other mechanic said that these types of engines always had the problem of sludge build up and that it was normal for the engine and that the extended warranty should cover it.
Consumer was in an accident traveling 70mph.accident damagedright front corner panel, every thing electrical was knocked out,air bags didn't deploy, 2-3 inch crease right underneathleft head light. Sinceaccidentfuel emissions light has been off and on.vehicle has been in 5 times sincefirst week in november.dealer said it was a fuel emissions leak,consumer didn't know how to put ongas cap.after the vehicle was repaired for damages caused by the accident, the ses light came on and the vehicle was serviced four times for the same fuel emissions leaks.finally, a broken fuel line was found and was fixed.
Consumer took vehicle to dealership for maintenance.while traveling onhighwayfelt vibration inside ofsteering wheel.
Excessive play in steering system, created a loose steering feel, which requires over corrections and directional wandering at highway speeds, the problem has not been corrected. Cj
Dt:on 8-17-04 the consumertook the vehicle tofor regular maintenance, and the dealership told him that the steering needed alignment and the tie rod ends needed to bereplaced.the consumer had not been experiencing any problem at that time.the consumer had the outer tie rod ends replaced and the front end aligned.afterwards, on 9-15-04, the consumerexperienced too much free play in the steering wheel.the consumer took vehicleback to the dealership, and they told him that the gear in the steering rack was worn out,andhe needed to replace the rack and pinion. The consumer had not had it fixed as of yet.the steering rack got much worse and now has to be manually pulled back to center when turning.
Consumer was concerned about steering wheel having a 3 inch play while driving. Also, heard a knocking sound when driving 15 mph or more coming fromfront of vehicle. Dealer was notified.
Upper and lower ball jointsfailed.
While driving 55 mph a loud rattling noise was heard from rear.consumerdrove the vehicle to dealer for inspection, andmechanic determined that upper and lower ball joints needed to be replaced due to corrosion.
Upper and lower ball jointsfailed.
While driving 55 mph a loud rattling noise was heard from rear.consumerdrove the vehicle to dealer for inspection, andmechanic determined that upper and lower ball joints needed to be replaced due to corrosion.
The shocks and cooling fan had to be replaced.the vehicle continued in a straight path although the steering wheel was turned left.the rack and pinion was replaced. *ph*nlm
I have a 2000 dodge intrepid, purchased at 54,000 miles.i have already replaced the transmission and the front wheel bearings roar very bad, a/c went out needs evaporator, and the car rarely starts unless you rock the whole car, i am very displeased and no one will trade it in , when the transmission went out the car pulled to the left and i ran off the road. *nlm
My well maintained dodge intrepid has many failures starting with the cracking on the chasis and massive engine problems.
When driving up the hill there is a rattling noise, like something is loose in the rear of the vehicle. Consumer statesthe noise is getting louder.causeunknown.
While driving 70 mphback end was weaving,next day at 70 mph vehicle was fishtailing, consumer was not able to pull over and vehiclewent on it own ,went over an embankmentand made 180 degress turn and then vehicle stopped but engine did not stop running.had vehicle towed out of mud and drove to dealer who foundthat a strut was bent and had to be replaced.
Engine in 2000 chrysler intrepid started tapping noise at 58017km brought to dealer with complaint, told they would not take engine apart to check noise. I told them i had been told that the 2.7 engine had problems with sludge that prevented the oil from circulating properly. They still refused to check engine. At just over 62000 km engine became noisy. Brought it back to dealer who kept the car for two weeks, then told me engine needed to be replaced at a cost of $6500.00 and there would be no warranty coverage or goodwill. I gave them a complete history of maintenance records showing that proper maintenance was done with in the required mileage and time. They have told me that the invoices do not clearly identify my 2000 black intrepid and that it could of been another car. I only own one 2000 intrepid. The invoice shows the work the mileage and my name and date. Next me they told me the invoice numbers were too close together. The work was done at four different garages. Then they told me there was sludge that showed the vehicle was not properly maintained. Then they asked me the brand of oil the garages used as it may have been faulty. End result is that they refuse to change their position in regards to warranty coverage or goodwill repairs and i will have to replace an engine that was bought brand new in may 2001. I am frustrated and do not know where to turn. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated.
A few days before the failure, we noticed a vibration in the front of the car. We thought it was a balance problem and made arrangements to have it re-balanced. Two days before that appointment, we had a catastrophic blow-out at highway speed. (65 mph) the left front tire separated completly where the tread joins the side wall.the car was controlled to a stop. When we contacted good year, they said there were no problems with a blow out of this type and we would be compensated with a pro-rated discount for one new tire, as there was only a 38% usage on the separated tire. Maybe good year would have felt differently if we were killed in a crash, rather than just lucky.dt
I purchased my 2000 dodge intrepid with only 26,000 miles in nov. 2001.since then i have replaced my input/out transmission sensors, and have been told that i must now replace my rack and pinion assembly due to steering problems.after doing some research i have found that this premature failure is very common and an on going problem with dodge intrepids.the manufacture should be held accoutable and forced to recall all vehicles having these and other common problems with defective parts.the problem with the steering defect on this vehicleis a very dangerous and will cost lives if not address by nhtsa. Mr
Dedember 2002 started car and engine making terrible noise.took it to the dealer and the engine had went out.they had to re-do the engine that cost me $1350.00.i had been hearing a knockingfrom the front of the car and the steering was loose.when i tyrned the wheel left or right it would stick and i had loud popping from the steering.i took it to the dealer and it was the rack and pinion.that was on january 21, 2003.in the same week i noticed oil leaking.the oil light was blinking on and off.the dealer said it was leaking due to the oil switch.to fix the rack and oil leak it cost me another $1300.00.i am trying to get the dodge company to fess up and pay for the repairs.the car has been well maintanenced and only 51,000 miles.
Since i bought this car on october of 1999, i have taken it to the dealer 31 times to fix things.i have been without a car 100 days.i have paid out of pocket $3,137.64.i am now on an extended warranty.i still owe $8,000.00 on my car.it has 60,000 miles.i have maintained it every 3,000 miles as suggested in the owners manual.i only use 97 octane gas.i am a very cautious driver.i take care of the car but the car has left me stranded in the middle of highways putting my life and the lives of my passengers in danger.i never know when the car is going to break down again and where so i am always under terrible stress. I pray as i drive that i make it to my destination.this car has been a lemon since i bought it.the biggest problem is the engine blowing. My brother in law was driving and i was the passenger on south dixie highway (us1) in south miami when we were at a red light and then started to go when the light turned green and without any warning lights, noises, or anything the car stopped running.it died in the middle lane.we had to push it to the side.it was rush hour and this highway is filled with very aggressive drivers.they were all cursing, beeping, signaling, and driving so close to us as to almost touch us.i was petrified.i thought a car was going to hit us. I paid for the engine repair out of my pocket, because the extended warranty company told the dealerthey could not cover it because there was sludge build up.they send an adjustor who reported it to them.the dealer told us to fight it because the sludge was normal for that type of engine.we provided the extended warranty all the receipts for the maintenance that we religiously did about every 3000 miles.we also had another mechanic go in and look at the car.the other mechanic said that these types of engines always had the problem of sludge build up and that it was normal for the engine and that the extended warranty should cover it.
Engine check light came on. Dealer rewired ignition coil. Since then, vehicle has stalled twice.dealer could notremedy problem.
This car has been in the shop more than the road, and now we are told that the engine is beyond repair, that we will have to purchase a new or rebuilt engine. Considering that i owe $9000, to spend $4000 to repair is beyond my means. We originally started having problems in 2002 when the check engine light would come on, and according to the dodge dealer in our area, the code was for the leak detection sensor. This light would come on and stay on for a while, and we were told not to worry until it started flashing. Mysteriously, the light would then go off. We had several other repairs after that for the same code and sensors/modules replaced, then we would have the same problem. We were ultimately told it was a broken wire under the seat?. Eventually, in june 2003, my husband was driving down the road when the engine just seizure, almost causing a rear-end collision and him swerving to avoid oncoming cars and ultimately almost going in the ditch in front of a busy gas station. The car has been in the shop since, engine sent to machine shop, and we are told it cannot be repaired, and if they attempt to, they cannot guarantee for even a day. The valves all have to be replaced, and there are large indentations in the cylinder heads. Every time that something went wrong with this car, it would die in the middle of traffic. It is a hazard and a lemon!
I have only made 4 payments on this car, and i am scheduled for my 7th repair attempt on 12/3/02. To date, i have had 2 steering pump replacements, 1 rack& pinion replacement, a complete steering fluid change with fluid supposedly specified by dodge, 1appointment that ended up being a test drive only-was advised to take car home pending response from dodge on how to proceed with repairs..(was told response "didnt really pertain to my car.."), 1 vent wire and oil sender unit replaced, and in august 02, i had a 1 month auto check up. These repairs, while not all in sequence,took place between 9/17/02-11/20/02.my steering problem returned in full force 11/25/02. The steering is loud and does not quiet when driving. I am terrified to drive this car for fear of causing an accident. This car, in my opinion, is very dangerous! of late, dodge is covering it's inability to repair this car with arrogance, and i'm frightened enough of this car that i intend to start alemon law arbitration. As you may notice, i was unable to answer some of the mechanical questions on this form, so i left them as they were. Dt
Takata recall
The contact owns a 2000 dodge intrepid.the contact stated that the dashboard was cracked on the driver side.the vehicle is often parked in direct sunlight.the crack has not begun to spread.the vehicle has not been inspected by a dealer.the current mileage is 79,000 and failure mileage was 50,000.
Sludge buildup, engine is being replaced
I have also replaced front passenger side door lock actuator. Now the driver side back lock actuator is going out. I have not fixed the radio, dash lights or dome lights. I am out of money for the time being. I had to refinance and add $4900. To get most of the repairs done. My engine blew due to sludge and i now have a used rebuilt one that will probably do the same thing.
While traveling at about 30 mphengine sensor light started to flash.consumer started to exit highway whenvehicle completely died.consumer states this was a very dangerous situation because ofoncoming vehiclesthat were speeding in that direction. Vehicle was towed to dealer.dealer stated that motor was locked andengine exploded. But, consumer heard no explosion.dealer saidengine needed replacement.please provide any further information.
I have a 2000 dodge intrepid bought almost a year ago.had a short in the ignition had to wiggle key to get somethings to kick on.then a mth ago.i was at a stop light started to take off it vibrated really bad and now it's stuck in low gear.then it had a problem starting, something drains the battery.check engine light on.2 machinics looked my car it won't read diagnostics because there's a short in electronical system.
When pressing on the brakes at approximately 25mph for a red light, the car began to accelerate and would not stop, causing a crash into another car in the intersection.
On 2 separate occasions vehicle experienced input and output sensor failure.the sensor controls and communicates with the rpms and transmission, per consumer.when this failure occurs vehicle immediately drops into second gear and accelerates from 30 - 60 mph,without accelerator pedal being depressed. The dealership and manufacturer are aware of the failure and are replacing sensor with a newer model.
The second of 2 complaints. The confirmation # 10005050, is the first one sent.
I have a 2000 dodge intrepid and had a sudden engine failure on june 12, 2003 it caused rapid acceleration/ deceleration and there could have been serious injury to other parties and myself, had in it occurred in a populated area instead of the country road i was on.the engine failed and had to be replaced.*nlm
Would wait at stop sign/light & take foot off brakes slightly, vehicle would jump & accelerate forward. Have taken vehicle to dealership for repairs.wheels were rubbing againsthub assembly.problem of acceleration was found & mechanic replacedvalve. The hub assembly had problem and was replaced.the acceleration problem was not solved and resulted in three vehicle accident.
Dt*: the contact stated when the vehicle was started; the engine was chugging and would not accelerate properly while traveling 30 mph.the vehicle was taken to the nearest repair shop.after six weeks, diagnostics and physical inspection showed a valve part may have fallen into the motor causing damage and there was a severe sludge problem requiring the engine to be replaced.the service dealer bought the vehicle from the contact.the manufacturer was not alerted.
Pedal accelerates accessively while traveling onhighway.dealership is aware of problem.
While driving approximately 25 mph the accelerator pedal cable "snapped" causing failure.
When driving at 65 mph the throttle cable broke, causing unwanted and unexpected acceleration. Vehicle raced at a high rate of speed.vehicle was turned off in order to stopacceleration.please note this was a rental car, rented from enterprise in sliver spring, maryland.vehicle has since been repaired.*ml
I pulled out of a parking lot and drove about two blocks.my speed was about 20 mph.there was a red light ahead and i applied my breaks. Instead of stopping, my 2000 dodge intrepid sped up.i pushed harder on the break pedal, to no avail.the car sped through the intersection and slammed into another car.i mentioned this to the insurance agent and the car was checked out after it was repaired at the body shop.the dodge dealer said the cruise control cable was broken as a result of my accident.i do not know what or why the car did not stop when i applied the brakes and then firmly applied the brakes.the only way i got the car to stop was to turn off the key.*la
When vehicle was put in park it suddenly and unexpectedly accelerated,resulting in a collision which caused property damage.also,upon impact,airbags did not deploy. *ml
I have also replaced front passenger side door lock actuator. Now the driver side back lock actuator is going out. I have not fixed the radio, dash lights or dome lights. I am out of money for the time being. I had to refinance and add $4900. To get most of the repairs done. My engine blew due to sludge and i now have a used rebuilt one that will probably do the same thing.
When the heating system was in use, there was an odor which came through the vents, and made the consumer ill.
Back rear glass blew out while driving, at speeds between 65-70 mph.also damaged rear trunk lid and side fenders of car.new rear window was installed under warranty, rear trunk and fenders will be fixed in body shop.
Also experiencing engine problems, all four window reglators replaced, and door panels need replacement, and was never notified of recall on seat belt latches.
Engine in 2000 chrysler intrepid started tapping noise at 58017km brought to dealer with complaint, told they would not take engine apart to check noise. I told them i had been told that the 2.7 engine had problems with sludge that prevented the oil from circulating properly. They still refused to check engine. At just over 62000 km engine became noisy. Brought it back to dealer who kept the car for two weeks, then told me engine needed to be replaced at a cost of $6500.00 and there would be no warranty coverage or goodwill. I gave them a complete history of maintenance records showing that proper maintenance was done with in the required mileage and time. They have told me that the invoices do not clearly identify my 2000 black intrepid and that it could of been another car. I only own one 2000 intrepid. The invoice shows the work the mileage and my name and date. Next me they told me the invoice numbers were too close together. The work was done at four different garages. Then they told me there was sludge that showed the vehicle was not properly maintained. Then they asked me the brand of oil the garages used as it may have been faulty. End result is that they refuse to change their position in regards to warranty coverage or goodwill repairs and i will have to replace an engine that was bought brand new in may 2001. I am frustrated and do not know where to turn. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated.
I had work completed before the warranty expired (spring 2003). Replaced both front driver and passenger window regulators and all four door seals.july 2003, the driver window wouldnt go down, and rear passenger door lock wont unlock.all four door seals will not stay in place.quote from grand forks, nd dodge dealer:$234 for window regulator, $175 for door actuator and $186 for door strip clips.
Tried to open driver window, and it would not go down.when using the switch, you would notice that the headlights would flicker.it is noted as a tsb, but the garage has not been checking on the problems with the vehicle.
Power windows quit working after having the dealer replace them severl times before warrenty expired.
The power windows jammed up, which caused them not to roll up or down.the power windows rolled up all the way, but failed to roll down on the two front windows and the right rear door window.problems with windows since the purchase of the vehicle.the dealer claimed they fixed the problem but that lasted one day and also suggested there was a problem with this make/model and there was no remedy.other dealers have said the same thing.the only way the windowworked is if the consumer hit the door with his fist between the panel,speaker, and the door pocket while holding the window switch in the down position. *scc
Since i bought this car on october of 1999, i have taken it to the dealer 31 times to fix things.i have been without a car 100 days.i have paid out of pocket $3,137.64.i am now on an extended warranty.i still owe $8,000.00 on my car.it has 60,000 miles.i have maintained it every 3,000 miles as suggested in the owners manual.i only use 97 octane gas.i am a very cautious driver.i take care of the car but the car has left me stranded in the middle of highways putting my life and the lives of my passengers in danger.i never know when the car is going to break down again and where so i am always under terrible stress. I pray as i drive that i make it to my destination.this car has been a lemon since i bought it.the biggest problem is the engine blowing. My brother in law was driving and i was the passenger on south dixie highway (us1) in south miami when we were at a red light and then started to go when the light turned green and without any warning lights, noises, or anything the car stopped running.it died in the middle lane.we had to push it to the side.it was rush hour and this highway is filled with very aggressive drivers.they were all cursing, beeping, signaling, and driving so close to us as to almost touch us.i was petrified.i thought a car was going to hit us. I paid for the engine repair out of my pocket, because the extended warranty company told the dealerthey could not cover it because there was sludge build up.they send an adjustor who reported it to them.the dealer told us to fight it because the sludge was normal for that type of engine.we provided the extended warranty all the receipts for the maintenance that we religiously did about every 3000 miles.we also had another mechanic go in and look at the car.the other mechanic said that these types of engines always had the problem of sludge build up and that it was normal for the engine and that the extended warranty should cover it.
Consumer was experiencing problem with the driver power window.
Driver's side front window and passenger's siderear window will not go up or down. Consumer feels it's unsafe if in emergency, can't get out of vehicle. Dealer has been contacted. Please provide any further information.
I have also replaced front passenger side door lock actuator. Now the driver side back lock actuator is going out. I have not fixed the radio, dash lights or dome lights. I am out of money for the time being. I had to refinance and add $4900. To get most of the repairs done. My engine blew due to sludge and i now have a used rebuilt one that will probably do the same thing.
Dt: there is an issue with the automatic front driver/passenger door locks, two of them have stopped operating-they can be locked and unlocked manually,but they do not unlock with the keyless entry.while driving down the road, the door locks lock makes a scary shrill noise that frightens passengers as well as the driver.took vehicle to a dealer and they offered to replace the locks but it would be at the consumer's expense.consumer did replace one of the door lock mechanisms, this was on the driver's door.no problems since the repair of that door lock.no explanation as to why thedoor lock has stopped operating.consumer has not contacted chrysler corp on this issue at this time.both front power windows have stopped operating as well, the power will raise window up and down but the window glass is off track.one of the two window bracketsbroke, causing the window to be off track-no repairs for this as well. The consumer was unable to close the window , someone would have to stand on the outside of the vehicle to physically hold the glass on the track.
Interior electrical light system has failed completely. This effecteddome light,/sunroof switch/ vanity mirror light, and dashboard. This problem has happened 5 times. Have been to dealership each time, and mechanic indicated that it waselectrical mobile thatwas defective. Would have it replaced, butproblem would always reappear.
While traveling approximately 70 mph plastic cover located ondriver's side door that coversbrackets for side view mirror disconnected.when this piece disconnected, it flew back and hitdriver inchest, causing a distraction. Consumer also states that in april the plastic side view mirror cover on the passenger door fell off onto floor while vehicle was parked.
Windshield keeps breaking,air system is releasing carbon monoxide into the cabin of the vehicle.rubber trims for all four doors shrunk. Contacted herb chambers (dealer),i got the usual run around.contacted the manufacturer via e-mail, they advised me to go back to herb chambers and work out warranty related issues. Mr
While driving 65 mph rear windshield shattered.dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
While driving, passenger's side window shattered for unknown reasons, there was no sign of impact.
The consumer stated that there is no window wipers to clear windows when large drops of rain remain on windows.
The consumer stated that there is no window wipers to clear windows when large drops of rain remain on windows.
Windshield wipers will stall intermittently, mostly somewhat at the bottom of the window. Only activating wipers to another speed setting will cause them to work again.problem might be fixed during dealer service today (june 5th 2001), but the dealer claims to be not aware of the problem (evidently). I have seen it on more daimlerchrysler lh platform vehicles. It is distracting and therefore unsafe.
Tried to open driver window, and it would not go down.when using the switch, you would notice that the headlights would flicker.it is noted as a tsb, but the garage has not been checking on the problems with the vehicle.
While traveling on the highway without prior warning the windshield wipers will come on and off.
While driving 15 mph front passenger's side wheel came off. Vehicle was towed.dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
Would wait at stop sign/light & take foot off brakes slightly, vehicle would jump & accelerate forward. Have taken vehicle to dealership for repairs.wheels were rubbing againsthub assembly.problem of acceleration was found & mechanic replacedvalve. The hub assembly had problem and was replaced.the acceleration problem was not solved and resulted in three vehicle accident.
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