general problems of the 1999 Dodge Intrepid

21 problems related to electrical system have been reported for the 1999 Dodge Intrepid. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 07/01/2017

The air conditioning and heat went out in car. Windows power keep getting stuck.

2 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 02/28/2016

The contact owns a 1999 Dodge Intrepid. The contact heard an abnormal noise and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was unable to be restarted and was pushed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notfied of the failure. The VIN was invalid. The failure mileage was approximately 120,785.

3 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 09/15/2012

Tl- the contact owns a 1999 Dodge Intrepid. The contact stated while traveling 35 mph the vehicle completely shut down without warning. The contact then merged to the side of the road. After sitting for a day the vehicle was able to be driven to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not taken to a mechanic nor was it repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was 163,900 and the current mileage was 164,000. Mh.

4 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 03/20/2012

Purchased vehicle 01/30/12,test drove,checked fluids,made sure everything was working fine. Seller said he just had oil change and smog 1 month prior, he provided me documents confirming. Had no issues with vehicle, until about 03/20/12,the oil light came on, which was odd. I checked the oil,found it was completely empty, put 2 quarts in immediately,light went off. I started checking driveway daily for signs of oil leaking even though the car drove fine. 03/28/12, car stalled,went completely dead, as I exited freeway, leaving myself and my 3yr. Old stuck in lane on off ramp for about 30 minutes. A passerby attempted to jump it,that didn't work,car had no power at all,we pushed it to a safer spot. I walked 2 blocks home. Came back next day,jumped it,it started but now there was a knocking sound coming from engine and oil light was back on. I checked the oil it read full,I drove car home it stalled 3 times in the 2 blocks home. Knocking sound continued I parked the car. The next day I took the car to my mechanic the oil light was still on the engine was still knocking. He checked oil again and confirmed the car did have oil,and detected no signs of leaking. He ran a diagnostic on engine, it detected no issues,he ran it again,and the results where the same. He drove the car,me in the passengers seat so he could get a hear the knocking sound when car was moving. Backed out of lot driving about 10 to 12 mph, we got maybe half a block and the car went dead. He was able to guide car to side of road,when he pressed the brake to put the car in park, there was a barely audible bursting sound. We got out and found a thick black muddy type substance gushing out of the bottom from the front end, leaving a puddle the length and width of car. He immediately identified it as oil sludge, and said my engine had blown. We discussed my options and ultimately I had to have the car towed home it hasn't started.

5 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 01/18/2011

1999 Dodge Intrepid cooling system and engine trouble.

6 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 01/16/2010

I purchased a 1999 Dodge Intrepid. I have complete service records for the vehicle showing that on avg. The oil was changed every 3000 to 3600 miles. When driving at night during one of the snowfalls, the engine started to putter and eventually fail. I have my receipts showing that the oil was changed just three weeks prior and there was no warning of any issues. I had thee car taken to the dealer by tow the next morning to only be told a few days later that it is going to cost me $6400 to have it repaired?.

7 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 07/14/2006

: the contact stated while the vehicle was in gear, the vehicle shut off. On three different occasions, the steering rack bolts came out for the steering wheel. The fuses have blown five times and the brake and interior lights are not working.

8 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 01/25/2005

My 1999 Dodge Intrepid is shutting down while driving. The dealer is unable to remedy the situation after fooling around it for more than a week. This engine starts back up immediately after the engine cut.

9 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 09/28/2004

While driving vehicle stalled. Consumer was able to restart the vehicle, and drove it to the dealer for inspection. Mechanic determined that computer and engine needed to be replaced.

10 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 09/17/2004

While driving vehicle stalled. Consumer was unable to restart vehicle, and had the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection. Mechanic informed consumer that the problem could not be duplicated.

11 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 09/15/2004

Consumer discovered that she could not unlock the back passenger door, and husband would have to open rear right side door from inside for anybody to get inside. The vehicle had 35,000 miles on it. Took vehicle to dealer for repairs, and dealer replaced latch activator for $257, and diagnosed this a circulatory electrical problem. This happened again to front passenger door. Spoke with Chrysler, who asked for an estimate, but did not reimburse consumer for this work. Took vehicle to dealer and again replaced latch activator with diagnosis of the same problem. This happened at 39,000. Owner's son has Chrysler vehicle as well and has experienced the same problem.

12 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 01/26/2004

The car stalled while on the freeway going at regular speed. The car had oil and gas on top of having regular oil changes.

13 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 01/24/2004

While driving at highway speed, the vehicle unexpectedly shut off. The consumer had to coast down the ramp to a safe stop. The engine was rebuilt. The engine experienced oil sludge. The driver side window need to be fixed because it was off track, the fan in the radiator had gone out, the sensors had gone out, the inside lights did not work, the alarm did not work, and the door lights did not work. The transmission had problems has well.

14 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 07/29/2003

This is a 1999 Dodge Intrepid, that I have had plenty of problems out of. This was purchased at 29,569 miles, 10/99. Jan 2000 the inner sensor went out, replaced by dealer under warranty. July 2000 the outer sensor went out, replaced by dealer not under warranty per milage at time. Aug 2000 the passenger fan went out, replaced by dealer at a cost of $500. Sense then replaced brakes often, burn lots of oil and plenty of hesitation from the transmission. But my other biggest problem is the window motor,that has gone out in the passenger window twice and now the driver window has completely fail apart. You here nothing but noise when closing the door, cannot let the window up and down without its sounding like its going to break from popping like its getting caught on something. Most of the time you have to pull it up by hand in order to get it to close completely. Has their been a recall on this item?.

15 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 05/02/2003

The car has had a/c problems. Electrical problems. Window problems. Transmission problems. And the 2. 7 motor has been out of service since 2003! I need help. I still owe $8000. 00 plus on this thing and I have not been able to use it since the fall of 2003. Thank you.

16 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 04/07/2003

History includes blown transmission sensor, failure on the very first year inspection for brake rotors, driver's side window sticks in up position, intermittent heat control button not functioning properly, noisy when turning in front strut area, keyless remote does not function properly and now the worst of it. One month ago, took car in with oil and engine lights flashing, ticking noise from engine, stalling out. Dealer did electronic sensors repairs and tune up costing $500. One month later, car had to be towed back to dealer with loud banging in engine. Repair bill of over $6,000 to fix a car I've owned 3 years, 8 months and 60,000 miles. 2. 7 l engines are blowing in these cars all the time making it next to impossible to purchase a used one to do repairs myself. One used car parts place said they have a waiting list. Recall anyone???!!.

17 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 02/14/2003

I was driving on the interstate as car started a rattling noise and lost power,and would not start again. The car was towed to dealer, and I was told that the engine was blown at 88,000 miles. There were no working dash lights to alert of any problem. The dealer could not give explanation. The car is under full warranty and oil has been changed regularly. Estimated cost 5,000 dollars.

18 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 05/06/2002

From what they say, my timing belt came off and took out the engine. I also had problems with the power locks going out at the same time, the steering was starting to go out and the cam sensor went out.

19 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 02/15/2002

The vehicle stalled without warning. Vehicle stuck in second gear. Speed sensor replaced. Timing belt failed and there was sludge in the engine. Engine needed to be replaced. Window, radio and speaker inoperative.

20 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 07/15/1999

The dash lights went out intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer 10 times. A switch was replaced twice, however the dealer did not specify which switch. The problem still existed.

21 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 04/07/1999

Ac fans had to be replaced twice, rear windows won't go down, dealer replaced light switch, brakes wear unevenly and shudders when pressed, alignment goes easily, oil disappears with no leaks or no smoke, back of driver's seat collapses unexpectedly.



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