Complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | vs. typical* | Recalls | Top problem | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 129 | −74% | — | Engine | Good |
| 2003 | 106 | −78% | — | Engine | Good |
| 2002 | 329 | −33% | 1 | Engine | Average |
| 2001 | 656 | 1.8× | 3 | Engine | Caution |
| 2000 | 1,065 | 2.9× | 7 | Engine | Avoid |
| 1999 | 997 | 2.7× | 4 | Engine | Avoid |
| 1998 | 377 | −23% | 3 | Engine | Average |
| 1997 | 344 | −30% | 2 | Fuel System | Average |
| 1996 | 505 | 1.3× | 2 | Steering | Average |
| 1995 | 589 | 1.5× | 3 | Transmission | Caution |
* Complaints compared with the median Intrepid year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
Most common Dodge Intrepid problems
Latest Dodge Intrepid recalls
Power train › Automatic transmission › Lever and linkage › Floor shift
On certain passenger vehicles, the floor shifter ignition-park interlock May fail and allow the shifter to be moved out of the park position with the key removed. An inoperative interlock May also allow the key to be removed when the shifter has not been placed in the park position.
Remedy: Dealers will install a new load-limiting push rod into the floor shifter lever of the affected vehicles. Owner notification began on June 14, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Seats › Front assembly › Recliner
On certain passenger vehicles, seat back recliner bolt breakage can occur resulting in the seat back reclining unexpectedly.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the recliner bolts. Owner notification began on April 23, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a…
Structure › Frame and members
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."
Remedy: 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.
Seat belts › Front › Retractor
Vehicle description: certain van, wagon, pickup trucks, passenger and sport utility vehicles, fail to comply with requirements of FMVSS no. 209, "seat belt assemblies." the front seat belt retractor May not comply with the requirements of the standard.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat belt retractor. Owner notification began August 20, 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…
Child seat
Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles, pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." some of the owner's manuals for these vehicles are missing instructions that provide a step-by-step procedure, including diagrams, for properly…
Remedy: Owners will be provided with an addendum to the owner's manuals.
Frequently asked questions
What years of the Dodge Intrepid should you avoid?
2000, 1999, 2001 and 1995 — these years have the most complaints relative to other Intrepid years at the same age, led by engine & cooling problems in the 2000.
What is the best year for the Dodge Intrepid?
2003 has the fewest complaints compared with other Intrepid years at the same age, followed by 2004 and 2002. Newer years can look better simply because fewer complaints have come in yet, so we compare like with like.
What are the most common Dodge Intrepid problems?
Across all years, owners report the most problems with the engine & cooling (2,781), steering (554) and transmission & drivetrain (533). Engine complaints peak in the 2000 model year.
How many recalls has the Dodge Intrepid had?
12 recalls across 1995–2004. The model year with the most is 2000. See all Dodge Intrepid recalls by year.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.