Most common 2004 Dodge Intrepid problems
Share of the 129 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Dodge Intrepid complaints by model year
Best Intrepid years: 2003, 2004, 2002. Years to avoid: 2000, 1999, 2001, 1995. Compare all years →
What 2004 Dodge Intrepid owners say
Engine & cooling all 91 →
We are writing to let you know of a major car fire that occurred in our Dodge Intrepid. The driver was driving on the interstate. The hot/cold needle began moving up and down. Then the brakes gave out. Then, the power steering gave out. The car started smoking producing black chemical smoke into the cabin. Then, fire started shooting out of the vents. With no brakes and fire and smoke into the car, the driver was forced to jump out of the vehicle and roll onto the middle of the interstate with the car still going 30-40 MPH. The driver was in extreme danger inside the car and obviously laying on the interstate as well. The car ended up in the ditch while completely engulfed in flames. He was able to get onto the shoulder of the road. The fire department arrived to put out the fire. They determined the fire started inside the area of the heating core. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 Dodge Intrepid. The contact stated while her fianc was driving at approximately 20 MPH, the vehicle caught fire without warning. There were no reported injuries. The fire department extinguished the fire. The vehicle was towed to an independent tow lot. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was approximately 170,000.
Transmission & drivetrain
Dt: the contact owns a 2004 Dodge Intrepid. The contact stated that while the vehicle was in park it began to roll down hill while attempting to exit the vehicle. The consumer tried to get back into the vehicle but could not act quickly enough to prevent the vehicle from causing damage to itself and another vehicle. There was a recall on the trans axle floor shifter for other Chrysler products, but not this make, model, and year. The consumer contacted the service dealer, and they stated that there was no recall on this vehicle. The consumer has not contacted the manufacturer.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 Dodge Intrepid. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked when it rolled away from a residential driveway and crashed into a mailbox. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The mechanic advised the contact that the gear shift interlock needed to be replaced or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and advised the contact that the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000 and the current mileage was 140,200.
Steering
We are writing to let you know of a major car fire that occurred in our Dodge Intrepid. The driver was driving on the interstate. The hot/cold needle began moving up and down. Then the brakes gave out. Then, the power steering gave out. The car started smoking producing black chemical smoke into the cabin. Then, fire started shooting out of the vents. With no brakes and fire and smoke into the car, the driver was forced to jump out of the vehicle and roll onto the middle of the interstate with the car still going 30-40 MPH. The driver was in extreme danger inside the car and obviously laying on the interstate as well. The car ended up in the ditch while completely engulfed in flames. He was able to get onto the shoulder of the road. The fire department arrived to put out the fire. They determined the fire started inside the area of the heating core. …
I first noticed that the steering wheel was a bit off center and it has since gotten to the point that there is excessive play in the wheel and the vehicle is very difficult to control. The steering also makes a clunk noise when the wheel is turned back and forth. After doing some research and inspecting the steering system I found that the inner tie rod bushings are almost gone. This is an extremely dangerous design flaw and had it continued the bolts May have sheared and resulted in a total loss of steering. I will now need to replace the inner tie rod bushings, bolts, and plate.
2004 Dodge Intrepid engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.7L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 19 / 27 / 22 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 17 / 25 / 20 |
EPA ratings. Class: Large car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2004 Dodge Intrepid a good car?
Based on 129 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2004 Intrepid rates better than average: 74% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Intrepid at the same age. It is one of the best Intrepid years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2004 Dodge Intrepid?
The engine & cooling — 91 complaints, 71% of all complaints for this model year, most often about engine. Next are the transmission & drivetrain (10) and steering (10).
How many recalls does the 2004 Dodge Intrepid have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2004 Dodge Intrepid. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Dodge Intrepid?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2003, 2004 and 2002. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2000, 1999, 2001 and 1995. See the full Dodge Intrepid years comparison.
At what mileage do 2004 Dodge Intrepid problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 75,000 miles; 25% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
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.