Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (door latches, locks, hood and tailgate latches).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2000 Dodge Intrepid owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
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. …
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. …
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 the door 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. …
Tl* 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 requireed him to apply pressure to open and close the door. The electric locks were not working. The locks made a grinding noise every time trying to open and close them. The passengers rear lock also failed. The first two failures occurred 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 automatic lock 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. …
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.
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. I ended up paying $2,714.87 to get the engine rebuilt. In addition, I also don't have a car for 2 months, and disputed with the dealer and extended warranty company during that span.
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.
Tl* 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.
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.
Door Lock & Latch complaints in other Intrepid years
Frequently asked questions
How common are door lock & latch problems on the 2000 Dodge Intrepid?
NHTSA has 28 complaints about the locks & latches of the 2000 Dodge Intrepid, 3% of the model year's 1,065 complaints. The component named most often is doors › latch (17 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2000 Dodge Intrepid door lock & latch problems?
No. NHTSA lists no locks & latches recall for the 2000 Dodge Intrepid, though it has 7 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2000 Dodge Intrepid door lock & latch problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 65,000 miles, and 5% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 0 crashes, 0 fires and 1 injury to locks & latches problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
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.