Engine Belts And Pulleys problems of the 2000 Dodge Intrepid - part 2

Timing chain broke @ 69,000 miles. 2. 7 l engine needs to be replaced.

2000 Dodge Intrepid. Timing chain failure at 79,000 due to oil sludge. VIN# 2b3hd46r2yh179929. Dealer and dcx not supporting. Reviewed on case by case basis.

While driving timing belt failed and damaged the engine. Vehicle was taken to the dealer, and technician replaced the engine at consumer's expense of $7,500.

Consumer complained about engine problems. Vehicle was taken to a dealer, where the mechanic found sludge on the timing chain. This caused internal damage to the engine, and the engine had to be replaced.

I purchased a used 2000 Intrepid in may of 2001 at about 28000 miles. In January of 2004 the engine died. There was oil sludge build-up, and the timing belt fell causing great damage to the car. I called the dealer that sold the car to me and he basically said "too bad, come in and trade it in and buy a new Dodge. " I have been on 3 other sites with hundreds consumers with the same complaint.

We have a 2000 Dodge Intrepid. The engine failed just past our warranty. The dealership where we purchased the car and Chrysler corporation both dismissed our complaint as quickly as possible. After talking to several auto industry workers and researching this engine online, we have come to realize that this is a huge problem that has probably affected thousands of Intrepid owners.

While driving vehicle stalled. Consumer managed to pull over and had the vehicle towed. Dealership informed consumer that the problem pertained to the timing chain failure.

While driving at 60 mph consumer heard a loud noise, then vehicle stalled. Towed vehicle to an independent repair shop, and technician stated that timing belt broke, and damaged the engine.

Timing chain wears out prematurely.

Car would not restart after stopping for gas. I had the car was towed to a shop. I was told that the fuel injector was bad. Had it changed--car still would not start. Two weeks later, I was told that he could not fix it and I should take it to the dealer. He charged me $200 for the fuel injector & towing. The dealer immediately said it was the crank sensor and changed it. The dealer then called and said they changed the sensor and it still won't run. He told me "you have a bigger problem. Your engine is slugged up. " I asked how that could be and was told that I must not have changed the oil often enough or used the correct oil. That is totally wrong! I took very good care of the car and always had the oil changed regularly. To repair the car will cost $1100 just to allow them to take the engine apart and further diagnose the problem (no clue how much money after that) or $6000 for a new engine. I do not have the money for a new engine--nor can I afford to make payments on a car that will not get me to work. This was the last problem in a long list of problems in the two years I have owned the car. The driver window fell off track, the pulleys and belts were repaired or replaced repeatedly, several sensors had to be replaced. This car is a total lemon!.

November 2002 taken to dealership to replace cam position sensor. June 2003 taken to dealer for cam position sensor. Complained to dealer of ticking noise. Dealer told me that it was the timing belt and that the vehicle was in perfect running condition. August 2003 loud noise from engine. Towed to dealer. Dealer claims vehicle needs new engine if they are available for a cost of $7000.

I purchased a 2000 Dodge Intrepid on 3-28-03. The car had 58000 miles at purchase, was checked out by a mechanic and seemed to be a very good reliable car with service records. I had no trouble, other than the air conditioner not blowing cool air, until 2 weeks ago I noticed a very light ticking sound during acceleration. I have changed the oil twice and now have 62000 miles on it. I took the car to 2 different mechanics both of which did not do internal work and was afraid to diagnose car if they could not fix it. I took the vehicle to the Dodge dealer and was told I needed a new timing belt and repair would run me $1,600. I was upset with the cost and before I agreed to let the dealer repair my vehicle they assured me that I was getting out cheap and if I repaired the car immediately I would not need a new motor. After a week in the shop, the dealer called me back to say I had a blown motor (even though I had drivable car when I left it) and repair costs would exceed $6,000. I still owe $6,200 on a car I have only made 4 payments on to date. I am a working mother with 2 small children and this is our primary source of transportion. After doing a little research on my own I have found that regarding the 2. 7 liter engines this problem is more common than not. I have talked to 2 local salvage parts dealers and was told by both that these engines are in very high demand. When I spoke with the daimler Chrysler customer service rep I was told that Chrysler was aware of the problem but since they have not been forced to recall the product they are under no obligation to repair the problem. So now I am left without the transportation that I will be paying on for the next 2 1/2 years. I am financially devastated with no transportation and Chrysler knows they are pettling junk with the 2. 7 liter engine. I feel violated as a consumer that trusted what once was one of the "big 3". If anyone reading this has had similar problems or suggestions please contact me at donya74@aol. Com.

Vehicle was taken to dealer in November of 2002, check engine light was on. Told me they needed to put on computer to diagnose problem. Replaced cam position sensor for $ 100. 00 June 2003, check engine light came on, vehicle kept stalling. I told dealer thought it may be cam position sensor. Was told no diagnosis could be made without putting in on computer. Told by dealer cam position sensor needed to be replaced. Reminded dealer it was replaced previously. Told dealer there was a tick noise in engine, was told it was the timing belt and "would settle down. " August 2003, vehicle making loud noise, towed to dealer. Was told vehicle is out of warranty and engine needs to be replaced. Contacted Dodge customer service and was told that a factory representative would not investigate and that dealer indicated vehicle was out of warranty. Dealer nor manufacturer would not even look in to reason for failure unless I was willing to pay for additional costs.

While driving at 45 mph vehicle suddenly lost power. Consumer pulled off the road by coasting the vehicle to a complete stop. Vehicle was towed to a dealership, who determined that the timing belt broke and damaged the engine motor.

Rattling was heard coming from the engine motor upon starting the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to a mechanic, who indicated that the noise was due to an interference motor. The timing chain came off of the engine. This engine was in high demand due to the high failure rate which would cost $45000-$65000 to replace.

Auto purchased in 2/2003. In 6/2003, engine started making horrible noise. Contacted a mechanic. He told us not to drive car; had to have it towed 300 miles home. Several mechanics have looked at the vehicle and tried to solve problem unsuccessfully. Between June and first of November, we had the car in for repairs about 11 times. Were finally told in 11/2003 that car needed new engine (at a cost of $8000) because of design flaw. This is a 2. 7 litre engine in a 2000 Dodge Intrepid. Engine does not maintain oil pressure causing damage to belts, pulleys, and tensioner. This also causes the car to stall, which could result in serious accidents. Service manager at one local dealership has 4 cars with same problem, all needing new eninges, sitting in his lot. He has tried to get Chrysler to resolve this; they refuse. If there are 5 cars just in this area needing new engines for the exact same problem, how many are there nationwide? car only has 60,000 miles on it, so there must be something that Chrysler can do to resolve the problem. Any assistance you can provide is appreciated.

A knocking noise was heard and vehicle was taken to the dealer. The dealer stated that timing belt has to be replaced.

While driving the consumer heard a "knocking" noise coming from top of engine and pulled over. The vehicle was towed to dealer who diagnosed that the tensioner failed which caused the engine to seize.

While driving oil pressure light illuminated on the dashboard followed by unwanted deceleration. Vehicle was taken to the dealership, who indicated that oil pressure sensor failed, and needed to be replaced. The sensor was replaced, the engine was flushed, and an oil change performed. The failure recurred. Dealership then replaced the oil pump. The unwanted deceleration recurred without the oil light coming on, and vehicle lost oil pressure. Dealership replaced the timing belt, and gear shift. Also, had to drop the oil pan to check for sludge in the engine.

Without warning, the timing belt shattered metal throughout the engine and the vehicle stopped. Manufacturer notified.

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Also experiencing engine problems, all four window reglators replaced, and door panels need replacement, and was never notified of recall on seat belt latches.

While driving a noise was heard coming from the engine. The dealer determined that timing belt broke, and sludge had built up in the engine. The engine had to be replaced.

Consumer noticed that the engine began making loud noises. The vehicle was serviced by a dealership who informed the consumer that the timing chain needed to be replaced.