Dodge Intrepid Structure Problems
Owners have filed 114 complaints with NHTSA about structure problems on the Dodge Intrepid across 10 model years. The 1995 model year has the most (30). The words owners use most often: “engine cradle” (11% of reports).
- 114structure complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 0mention a crash
- 10mention an injury
- 1related recalls
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Engine cradle: mentioned in 12 of 114 complaints (11%)
- Side door: mentioned in 8 of 114 complaints (7%)
- Trunk lid: mentioned in 7 of 114 complaints (6%)
- Provide further: mentioned in 7 of 114 complaints (6%)
At what mileage do structure problems happen?
Based on 21 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 114 complaints, 2 a fire, 10 an injury.
Dodge Intrepid structure complaints by model year
| Model year | Structure complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 Intrepid | 3 | 2% | 56,000 |
| 2003 Intrepid | 2 | 2% | 21,980 |
| 2002 Intrepid | 4 | 1% | 30,036 |
| 2001 Intrepid | 6 | 1% | 90,000 |
| 2000 Intrepid | 13 | 1% | 72,000 |
| 1999 Intrepid | 15 | 2% | 84,000 |
| 1998 Intrepid | 9 | 2% | 100,943 |
| 1997 Intrepid | 9 | 3% | 17,000 |
| 1996 Intrepid | 23 | 5% | 100,000 |
| 1995 Intrepid | 30 | 5% | — |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Structure:frame and members
Model years: 2000, 2001
Problem: Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles (non-sunroof only) fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impact."
Risk: In the event of a crash, there is a potential for injury if the occupant's head were to contact the b-pillar.
Fix: Owners will be sent a storage bin accessory unit that can be attached to the b-pillar along with installation instructions. However, if an owner wishes, the dealer can perform the installation. Owner notification began december 17, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 dodge intrepid. The contact stated that while getting bags out of the trunk, the trunk lift support failed and impacted the contact's head. The contact sustained a bump on the head but did not seek medical attention. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or repaired…
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 dodge intrepid. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked and the hood was raised while she was checking the oil. During the process, the hydraulic system that held the hood up failed and the hood collapsed on her head. The contact suffered minor injuries as a…
My well maintained dodge intrepid has many failures starting with the cracking on the chasis and massive engine problems. *tr
Hood support struts may slowly lose enough hydraulic pressure to prevent the hood from slamming down unexpectedly after the hood has been raised. This failure is consistent and my cause severe injury or death if anyone is working under the hood. I was fortunate enough to not be working on the…
Repeated overheating problems resulted in replacing my radiator two times, thermostat three times and thermostat w/ breather housing two times. Cooling system includes external metal pipes which help circulate coolant to heater. The pipes are hidden from clear view and when mine sprung leaks due to…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Dodge Intrepids have structure problems?
No. NHTSA has 114 owner complaints about structure for the Dodge Intrepid. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Dodge Intrepid structure?
Yes: 1 safety recall list structure. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about structure problems on the Dodge Intrepid?
The most frequent phrase is “engine cradle”, in 12 of 114 complaints, followed by “side door” (8).
Other Dodge Intrepid problems
- Engine and Engine Cooling problems (2,751)
- Steering problems (554)
- Power Train problems (533)
- Fuel System, Gasoline problems (292)
- Electrical System problems (271)
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems (229)
- Air Bags problems (207)
- Suspension problems (195)
See all Dodge Intrepid problems.