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Well Being Only 16 I noticed that our '99 Intrepid sucks, but I am a Dodge Fan Some Problems:
-Ball Joint going bad when you press the brake it makes a thumping noise on the front driver side wheel
-we just recharged the a/c and it doesn't seem to be working very well
-driver and passenger windows fell off track and supposedly needs both pieces replaced 45$
-and overall a full tune up just might help our ride get back to when the day we bought it.
We do travel with this car quite a bit so I'm not that surprised in what is going wrong with it, but I wish is was more durable, but again being 16 I don't know everything about cars, but my fathers a mechanic he teaches me a few things here and there.
Our '99 Dodge Intrepid has 57000 miles on it and the A/C just went out. The fan blade vibrates very bad which caused a fuse to be blown. In the process of having it repaired.
At 56000 miles the speed sensor went out had it replaced. When we first purchased the Intrepid at 37000 miles the A/C stopped and we had to have the evaporator plate fin and expansion valve replaced. The entire dash board had to be removed to do so. The cost for the work done so far is $1145.60. This does not include the A/C work that will be done in the next few days. Very glad to know that a synthetic oil should be used, but... I think we had better look into trading it out for another brand of automobile.
Our '99 Dodge Intrepid has 57000 miles on it and the A/C just went out. The fan blade vibrates very bad which caused a fuse to be blown. In the process of having it repaired.
At 56000 miles the speed sensor went out had it replaced. When we first purchased the Intrepid at 37000 miles the A/C stopped and we had to have the evaporator plate fin and expansion valve replaced. The entire dash board had to be removed to do so. The cost for the work done so far is $1145.60. This does not include the A/C work that will be done in the next few days. Very glad to know that a synthetic oil should be used, but... I think we had better look into trading it out for another brand of automobile.
If there is a class action suit please notify us also...aldialent@comcast.net I will try the www.bigclassaction.com/submit_form.html to see if a class action lawsuit has already been instigated... and I will call the 1-800-992-1997 no. and add to the complaints about the 1999 Dodge Intrepid.
OK 1999 intrepid 2.7 motor,dead cylinder (valve) I'm gonna run it till it blows not very long probably. my issue lately is my headlights come on by them selves what in the world would cause this? I'm afraid to go to the dealer (I'd rather go to Iraq) any suggestions (r-lshepler@comcast.net) help me please.
Found this site while looking for held with problems with brakes. I bought a 1999 Intrepid ES new and have always loved the car. However, I have always been unhappy with the brakes. Noisy and grinding along with a "shudder" when braking. My husband finally put very expensive pads and new rotors on the front and it worked for a while. Now, the grinding noise is back. He checked the back brakes yesterday and found some wear on the passenger side rear pads, but NO wear on the driver's side rear. In fact, it is like brand new so he assumed the caliper was not working, but it is. Anyone had this problem? The other problems I have had are similar to the ones posted:
*Transmission sticking in 2nd gear. Had this repaired.
*hood and trunk hydraulic struts not working.
*driver and passenger windows. Replaced track in driver window and now makes noise, but works. Passenger window works when it feels like it.
*flickering dash lights, but now works fine. This seemed to be related to the brightness setting.
*smell from the vents when air conditioner is blowing.
*swooshing noise when heater is used!
*Climate control doesn't work right in winter time. Dealer replaced once while under warranty.
*starter replaced at 80,000 miles
In spite of the problems above, I like the car, but will probably not buy a Dodge again. No engine problems because we had heard about the problems with the 2.7 so we got the 3.2 with the ES model.
Shelba55@yahoo.com.
Hello everyone-
I am a proud owner of a 2000 Intrepid. It ran for 143,000 miles before I had any major problems. Then I found out the hard way that the engine had to be replaced. Not because of an internal design problem, but the oil pressure sending unit leaked to the point that I was only running on about a quart of oil!
The reason I didn't find this problem earlier is that it only leaked when it was running. So when it was parked it would only leak a drop or two then stop. I had the engine replaced with a salvaged motor for around $2500. It runs great today still, and I have had no speedometer, a/c fan, window control problems yet.
I must mention that I have major rear door seal shrinkage and I think this is only due to not having my car garaged for the 18 months.
I also have a 1999 Dodge Intrepid and have had it for about two years. I have just replaced the heater motor and 3 resister, The driver side window stop working (had that fixed),replaced the thermostat and gasket cause it was taking a long time to get warm and also it was loosing coolant. The lights (inside and out) surge and know I think my radiator fan or fans are going out. My main concern right now is my lights. Does anybody have any ideas? Nobody that I've talked to has any idea. You can E-Mail me at meandmollady@hotmail.com.
I just finished all the comments about this faulty Dodge Intrepid. I have a 98' which I received 3 years ago. The car was great at first, got it at 128,000 miles, but now it's just breaking by the second.
-My oil light flickers when I am stopped, I noticed it does this when the RPM's get around 500. I've had that looked at twice, and noone has any idea what's going on with it.
-My fans make this horrible noise, maybe blower motor? And it's very irritating.
-I now only have full blast heat because 1, 2, and 3 are out.
-I don't have AC anymore bacause something seized in there, and the belt had to be cut in order for me to be able to use it.
-I've had plenty of problems with the windows not going up.
-It smokes constantly while on -- black smoke.
-It had a lot of knocks, that got fixed when I had to get all new belts.
-My breaks did the whole squealing gig, and I finally had to bring it in because I changed the brakes 3 times. The mechanic found something wrong with the holders.
-I've had it re-aligned.
-My heat only works while driving. It's freezing while stopped.
-The trunk slams down, and has hurt a couple people from it.
-I have a crazy "sloshing" noise coming from the driver side wheel. I'm not quite sure what it is.
-I put in new struts, from this weird clunking noise.
-New ball joints.
-If I drive my car for a while then turn it off, then attempt to turn it on within an hour after it goes psycho. It starts hard, then the RPM's lower and lower and lower, while the car shakes extremely bad, while the engine "knocks" then it's off. I have to wait around a few minutes to try again. I have come to the conclusion that if I slam on the gas it eventually realizes I'm doing it, then works, but I have to really slam on the gas after in gear to clean it out.
-I had to put a new water pump in it, and let me tell you... don't do it yourself. It's very difficult and time consuming.
-I had a thermostat put in a year ago, and now it's not opening up again.
-I put a new radiator fan in because the whole thing seized up.
I could probably continue, but I am sure you've had enough. It's now at 180,000 miles, and just falling apart every time I drive it. If that person a few comments back really does want to go in on a law suit, I'm ready for it. I am currently going to school, and I can't afford to purchase a new vehicle, but I'm going to have to. I will never purchase a Dodge again. If you would like to contact me please e-mail me at ssxsweetie@hotmail.com.
All ways been a big dodge fan so I bought this car with 2.7 and 150,000 miles on it for $2000, runs good few problems, little bit to hot for my taste and check engine light due to the Catalytic Converters other than that no problems.
Waiting for the engine to give up due to the high miles, aluminum engines aren’t made to last much longer than that. When it does going to put a 3.5 HO out of a 1999 LHS in it
much better motor.
I have a 1999 Dodge intrepid 2.7 with 130,000 miles on it. I bought it about 1yr ago from an auction. This was before I heard about the problems with the 2.7 engines. Since then I have found many websites tell me about how bad of a choice I made. I worried about this car a lot mostly about sludge. Well here is what has gone wrong with mine and how I fixed it.
First the oil light came on when idling = oil sending (passenger side above the oil pan plug) unit lasts about 6-7 months
Auto down feature on driver window = I took the unit completely apart and found out that the contact that is suppose to stick does not so replacement was my only option
Transmission went in limp mode (2 gear) = speed sensor in/out both *this took me a day or two to figure out*
Idle sporadically and shifting up and down also sputtering = M.A.P. sensor wiring connector and also T.P.S. (throttle position sensor) wiring connector both wires were brittle from the engine heat
Knocking noise in steering when you hit a bump = stabilizer link bolts replaced
Trunk slams down = trunk struts replaced
Passenger side door sticks = bottom of door cover catching door seal *all of my door covers are cracked or broke at the bottom and at the handle where the screw goes*
Heater only works when driving = water level low (have not found out how it keeps going low, but it’s not leaking)
A/C not working = I was extremely lucky just recharged A/C
Over heated while driving = Thermostat replaced (the only way to do this your self is with a universal. It’s on the driver’s side under the car next to the catalytic converter)
Gets stuck in fist gear = shifter cable wore out
One more thing… about the seat belts two of my back belts were never sowed together from the factory. So I’m currently talking to a lawyer about what my options are.
OK well that is all of my problems with my car hopefully this helps a lot of people if you have any question email me at tru_lover_1682@yahoo.com.
I also own a 99 intrepid with the Great 2.7L engine!!!..I bought this car after my 93 cougar burned up. Loved that car hate this one!!! However this car is great to drive. It is very comfy and smooth. I'm not sure if I can even remember the 1st problem with this car, but I can give you a list of what has happend. I had the blinking lights, but black tape fixed that problem. My rear windows work when they want to. I have not had the drivers window give me any problems yet. Key word YET! Had to replace all of my oxygen sensors. Finally my repair shop told me about the motor problem. Had no brake lights at all for awhile, turns out it was the switch. Only a $13 part and you can change it yourself. Had to change the speed sensor, and the shifter cable. Also I don't know who decided to put the battery underneath the air filter, but that was dumb!! My wheel well where the battery is has these little vents in them so everytime I hit a puddle I wonder if water is getting on my battery!!! I had a problem before with my car not starting right away. My dad was like check you battery. My terminals were all covered in crap!! clean those up and wow works like a charm now. This is my first dodge car and I'm probably never going to own another dodge! I am looking to trade this car in, but I probably will only get 500 bucks for it because of the 2.7. I love this website. My freinds and I have came back to read about my car and it turns out my car is the WORST of ours. 99 intrepid 96 taurus and a 88 dynasty. Now I have a weird rubbing noise coming from my passenger wheel. I think it could be my barring? not sure probably going to get it check out. Any ideas would be great. You can email me at bwall@longlines.com.
WOW found this site and was relieved to find out I was not crazy or had REALLY bad luck! I guess I am not the only one with the same type of issues... I purchased the car from my mom, I sold my Chevy Tahoe to save gas. My parents had purchased new...
I have a 2000 intrepid with 3.2 engine.
Replaced all 4 window motors (sounded like a duck squawking)
Trim coming off all around rear window.
Driver's seat bolt.
Radiator fan.
Tie rod (which I hadnt heard anyone else mentioned unless I missed it)
Clock spring in steering wheel--horn quit working and airbag light was staying on.
Rack and pinion.
Just this week--speed sensor.
Shifter is very stiff right now???
At 92,000 miles--no oil leaks, no rusting.
I do like the drive and the speed of the engine, roomy, trunk is appropriate for what I need... like the look of the car...
I hate to sell or trade in---feel like I need to get my money out of what I have repaired... otherwise it starts right up every-time and does well in winter... fairly quiet ride...
I have a 99 dodge intrepid with a lot of problems.
We have had the ac fixed several times resulting in about 1500.00. Now it want crank at all.
The battery is under the tire so it is a pain to get to. We have put in a new battery, the alternator is working, but we can't locate the problem.
This car is a real lemon.
Dodge should have to pay for all expenses for putting out a car like this one.
Jtknight@greenlynk.net.
OK, Hi y'all. So I am yet another person in a love/hate relationship with their 99' Dodge Intrepid. I purchased it with 96,000 miles on it in '05 for $3000. At that time, I thought I was making the right decision (bought it to drive instead of my restored 78' Camaro)...Not sure this was the right decision. Here is the list of crap I've had to do to this car:
1. Replace tie rod ends just to have front end aligned. $300
2. Recharged a/c only to find it leaks down very fast, sending freon straight into the interior and leaving film on window; just had checked out by professional who said the evaporator is busted in the dash and it would cost $1,400 to fix.
3. Replaced speed sensor AND crankshaft position sensor. $150.
4. Had computer 'repronged' because it completely stopped sensing the timing, etc. (Would only run in 2nd gear and odometer stopped working, had to cost at 25 mph into nearest parking lot TWICE).
5. Needs new catalytic converters because apparently they over heat. $900 to replace.
6. Needs all four O2 sensors $280.
7. Needs thermostat housing; busted. $100
8. Passenger door lock actuator grinds and door won't unlock. $300
9. Interior lights and dash lights flicker; I think its the exorcist car...
*Anyone else feel my pain?*
Thinking about purchasing a 2007 Nissan Altima... what y'all think? (Too bad this dern car is only worth $1,100 when I owe $1,200.)
We are investigating Oil Sludge related problems or engine failures in some Dodge and Chrysler cars on behalf of a client. There have been many complaints concerning the 2.7 liter V-6 engine in the following vehicles: 1998 - 2002 Dodge Intrepid; 1998 -2002 Dodge Stratus; 1998 – 2002 Chrysler Concorde; and 1998 – 2002 Chrysler Sebring.
If you’ve had an Oil Sludge related problem with one of these cars, I would like to talk to you. Please send Darren Natvig at Irwin & Boesen an email at dnatvig@irwin-boesen.com.