13 problems related to engine and engine cooling have been reported for the 1998 Dodge Intrepid. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact owns a 1998 Dodge Intrepid. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 mph when the engine began to smoke. The vehicle was inspected by a independent mechanic who informed her that the motor failed due to the anti-freeze and oil mixing together. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was unavailable.
In 2007 I bought a 1998 Dodge Intrepid 2. 7 l engine. . . . Nonetheless the engine blew. The car had regular oil changes and maintenance. It gave no warning that there were any signs of engine trouble. I paid $6995 for the car, it had 67,000 miles on it. . . . . 2yrs later at 87,000 it died. . . . Leaving me to pay the rest of the loan of $2200 on a car that just sits in the driveway!!!.
The engine in my 1998 Dodge Intrepid with 56k miles n it is knocking. Several mechanics have told me the engine needs to be rebuilt. It is the 2. 7 l dohc and I have been reading numerous reports/complaints of the engine.
: the contact stated while having the vehicle serviced, a leak was noticed under the engine. The dealer replaced a part on the bottom of the engine however, the problem persisted. The vehicle was returned to the dealer who determined the upper plenum was cracked and needed to be replaced.
Transmission failure for 1998 Dodge Intrepid ES at 103,000 miles. Rebuilt one put in and lasted 30,000 miles. Put in rebuilt engine again at 130,000 miles. Engine starting to act up again only after 5 months of driving. Temperature control not working properly and engine starting to act up again. All this in less than three years. Seems to be a major defect in transmissions.
1998 Intrepid was purchased with 102,00 miles. At 104,500 miles oil light started to flicker at stop lights. One day, engine just stopped running as I was driving at 55 mph. Oil changes had been faithfully done by previous owner and myself. Although I only managed to get one in before the engine died.
I have a 98 Dodge Intrepid ready to be re-possessed. I bought the car in 2001 with 53000 miles on it. 2 years later the engine blew with no warning as I was getting off I-95. It cost me $4200 to replace the engine. A year later the 2nd engine blew and again with no warning as I was driving on I 95. I replaced the engine again at $2400 because I still owed money on my loan. The second engine lasted about another year and now overheats after driving it for a half hour. I took it to the mechanic and he said that the heads are bad and the engine is cracked. I will not put a 3rd engine in this car. I still owe $5000 on my loan and can't afford to pay for it any more since I went and bought a 2001 Honda that I need to get to and from work.
I bought this 1998 Dodge Intrepid on 1-13-05 from a car lot and within 5 days many problems arise which of coarse resulted in costly repairs. It was under warranty which hardly covered anything so it was out of my pocket a new engine, map sensor, cat converter, major electrical problems and more. I am a single mom and a full time nursing student. This was my first new nice car I kept up with routine maintenance, made payments on time and consistent I have a few payments left but my car is all messed up and in the garage. I don;t have the money for this can somebody please get back to me just to let me know if there is help and to see if somebody received this.
While driving the engine seized, and can not be repaired. There was no warning.
My wife was on a trip to arkansas with her parents when the camshaft sensor was replaced and had to stay in a motel due to the fact the parts house sent the wrong part. After getting the car fixed and on her way, father in law was driving when all of a sudden the 2. 7 engine dropped a rod through the oil pan. . This engine has been maintained by me when it comes to oil changes and maintenance. . . 3000 miles or 3 months faithfully since I have had this car for 8 months now. Bought in October of 2003. . . The car has 79,000 miles on it and this should not have happened. . I havbe been told by a reputable mechanic in jackson, tennessee where the car is and he has told me that this will be the 5th 2. 7 engine he has replaced in the last 6-7 months. . Now I am out of one vehicle and probably won't have the money to pay for the repair of replacing the engine with another 2. 7 crap engine. . . I need some help from someone. . . Who do I need to turn to for this????.
Engine began sharp rapping while vehicle was operating on the highway. Mechanics say the engine is known for sludge problems and needs replaced or repaired by complete overhaul. Expense of either is in the neighborhood of $3600 and up for repairs. Several salvage yards stated they are glad to get in these cars as salvage because there is such a high incident for this motor to fail. These engines are known for these failures, yet Chrysler has done nothing to make this problem right with the consumers. This auto is now useless for me without an expensive repair.
I just took my 98 Intrepid (35,000 miles) into the shop today due to the oil pressure light coming on at idle. It turns out that the shop owner has seen 2 other Intrepid's in the last month with the same problem. After he called the Dodge dealership, he let me know that it is a very common problem they are having with these engines building up sludge. My mechanic informed me that the buildup in my engine is significant and that it is in danger of complete failure very soon. The only remedy that can be offered is to have the engine completely replaced at a cost of around $6,000 and is not covered under the Dodge/Chrysler warranty. This engine is less than 5 years old and only has 35,000 miles on it. I have had regular oil changes every 3,000 miles and have the receipts to prove it. I do not understand how they can expect this to be my problem to fix and after researching it further online I am not the only one in this situation. Please let me know if there is any additional info on this topic that is available.
I have a 1998 Dodge Intrepid and I'm having motor problems. I only have 76,000 on this car and everyone that I speak to tells me that the type of motor which is a 2. 7 is nothing but problems. I have spoke to repair people who have told me that they are replacing this motor in 2002 car! ts.