Dodge Intrepid Problems by Year
NHTSA has 5,097 owner complaints and 12 safety recalls on file for the Dodge Intrepid, across 10 model years (1995–2004). The 2000 model year has the most complaints (1,065). The most reported problem area overall is engine and engine cooling.
Dodge Intrepid years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Intrepid year: 1999, 2000. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2000 Intrepid: 1,065 complaints, 7 recalls
- 1999 Intrepid: 997 complaints, 4 recalls
- 2001 Intrepid: 656 complaints, 3 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2003 Intrepid: 106 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2004 Intrepid: 129 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2002 Intrepid: 329 complaints, 1 recall
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Dodge Intrepid problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling problems | 2,751 | 10 | 19 |
| Steering problems | 554 | 10 | 26 |
| Power Train problems | 533 | 10 | 33 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline problems | 292 | 10 | 4 |
| Electrical System problems | 271 | 10 | 5 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems | 229 | 10 | 16 |
| Air Bags problems | 207 | 10 | 132 |
| Suspension problems | 195 | 10 | 9 |
| Visibility problems | 171 | 9 | 3 |
| Equipment problems | 128 | 10 | 3 |
| Exterior Lighting problems | 127 | 10 | 2 |
| Structure problems | 114 | 10 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control problems | 114 | 10 | 34 |
| Seats | 89 | 8 | 13 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 59 | 10 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 59 | 10 | 15 |
| Tires | 37 | 9 | 1 |
| Engine | 31 | 7 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 24 | 7 | 0 |
| Wheels | 24 | 8 | 2 |
| Interior Lighting | 18 | 6 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 11 | 6 | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 11 | 6 | 0 |
| Parking Brake | 8 | 4 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 7 | 6 | 0 |
| Child Seat | 5 | 4 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 5 | 4 | 0 |
Dodge Intrepid problems by model year
Problem areas with enough reports for their own page.
- 2004: engine and engine cooling (79)
- 2003: engine and engine cooling (61)
- 2002: engine and engine cooling (207) · power train (60)
- 2001: engine and engine cooling (520)
- 2000: engine and engine cooling (785) · steering (80)
- 1999: engine and engine cooling (698) · power train (95) · steering (59) · electrical system (56)
- 1998: engine and engine cooling (198)
- 1997: fuel system, gasoline (79) · steering (61) · engine and engine cooling (53) · power train (53)
- 1996: steering (152) · engine and engine cooling (83) · fuel system, gasoline (80)
- 1995: power train (142) · steering (105) · fuel system, gasoline (103) · engine and engine cooling (67) · suspension (61)
All Dodge Intrepid model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 Intrepid | 129 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | Far fewer complaints than other years |
| 2003 Intrepid | 106 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | Far fewer complaints than other years |
| 2002 Intrepid | 329 | 1 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 2001 Intrepid | 656 | 3 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | More complaints than other years |
| 2000 Intrepid | 1,065 | 7 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | Far more complaints than other years |
| 1999 Intrepid | 997 | 4 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | Far more complaints than other years |
| 1998 Intrepid | 377 | 3 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 1997 Intrepid | 344 | 2 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 1996 Intrepid | 505 | 2 | — | Steering | More complaints than other years |
| 1995 Intrepid | 589 | 3 | — | Power Train | More complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Dodge Intrepid years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 1999 (997), 2000 (1,065) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Intrepid year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Dodge Intrepid?
Engine and Engine Cooling, with 2,751 complaints across 10 model years.
How many recalls does the Dodge Intrepid have?
12 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.