Engine Failure problems of the 2000 Dodge Intrepid - part 1

30 miles from home Jan. 2010 driving a 2000 Dodge Intrepid without warning blinking oil light, hammering engine, less than a minute later complete engine failure. Car now sits in my driveway. Have made no repairs as it is $3500, I've been quoted. Still 10 payments to go on this vehicle. Car ran like a dream before this experience. No problems at all, reg oil changes and maintenance.

2000 Intrepid with a 2. 7l engine seized up during driving 12/3/09. Auto center suggests this is an engine failure like so many other Chrysler product of this type.

Engine failure on 2. 7 litre engine in a 2000 Dodge Intrepid. I was driving on a 100km speed limit highway when I had engine failure. There was no place to get off safely so pulled over to the right as far as I could. Still traffic had to steer around my dead vehicle causing an unsafe road condition which could have ended in a bad or fatal way. There is a design flaw with this engine with many complaints registered with different entities designed to collect this information. The maker refuses to acknowledge the flaw and compensate in one form or another. This engine make is a safety hazard and the maker should be made accountable.

2000 Dodge Intrepid engine failure while driving. Loss of power steering and brakes. The engine started knocking and quit running. Cost to replace the engine is $2200. 00 for used engine which does not include labor. Automobile is parked at home. This vehicle was also taken to dealer who also stated cost for new engine and labor would be $5000. 00.

The contact owns a 2000 Dodge Intrepid. While driving approximately 25 mph on normal road conditions, the engine failed without warning. Roadside assistance was called to the scene and the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The mechanic stated that the failure was related to an engine lock-up. Currently, the vehicle is inoperable and has not been repaired. The contact was concerned of the safety risk involved. The failure and current mileages were 128,000.

Driving at 60 mph. Vehicle engine failure due to insufficient lubrication. (working on) replacing damaged parts and or engine.

The contact owns a 2000 Dodge Intrepid. While driving 55 mph, the engine failed and the vehicle lost power and steering ability. The vehicle would not restart. The contact was able to coast to the side of the road. There were no warning indicators prior to the failure. The vehicle will have to be towed. The VIN was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 82,000.

The contact owns a 2000 Dodge Intrepid. The contact attempted to start his vehicle, but was unsuccessful. The vehicle was towed to a mechanic and the diagnosis was engine failure. The current and failure mileages were 90,000.

Engine failure.

"sludge" engine failure.

Engine failure in my 2000 Dodge Intrepid-Chrysler knows this engine is crap and will not fix it-they should be held liable and have to replace every 2. 7 v-6 for free.

Complained about Dodge Intrepid 2000 2. 7 engine. Problem began with lifter noise and oil light came on. Imediately stopped and shut engine down. Checked oil level which was okay. Restarted engine and drove 2 miles when problem recurred. Discussed with mechanic. Problem was sludge buildup in oil and blocking of oil line. Sludge apparently drained when engine shut off. Lifter noise and oil warning light stayed off until sludge again blocked oil screen and line. Regular changing of oil seemed not to be an answer. The mechanic stated she is aware of numerous engine failures. Also numerous complaints on the internet of engine failure because of sludge buildup in the 2. 7 Dodge engine.

Engine failure many censors blew in a span of a year.

My engine failed while driving from pittsburgh,PA to charlestown,va. I was unable to get any help from Chrysler. I have a 2. 7 liter engine. I own a 2000 Intrepid. It died last year in 2007. The car just had turned 80,000 miles during the trip. It was just paid off. It cost me over 5,000 dollars to replace it.

Had oil changed at 73,000 miles. Within a few weeks oil light started flickering. Oil levels were okay engine began to knock at 5000 rpm. One week later engine failed on highway almost causing major accident.

Engine failed without warning at 90k miles. It was always maintained with synthetic oil. The engine had to be replaced and I have the old parts available.

My 2000 Dodge Intrepid engine failed with no warning while driving, almost caused a bad accident.

Major engine failure due to oil sludging: the car is a 2000 Dodge Intrepid with a 2. 7 liter engine. We replaced the bad engine with another that is also now failing from the same problem.

I have a 2000 Dodge Intrepid with a 2. 7 engine. I bought the car brand new and have been the primary driver ever since. I have maintained the vehicle and there are only 60,000 miles on it. The car had been driving fine, til one day all of a sudden it started to make a terrible tapping sound from the engine. I managed to get home and after having a mechanic inspect it, he said the engine need to be rebuilt that the timing chain guide let go and that all the guides, gaskets, timing chain, gears, and crankshaft would need to be replaced. I can't believe that a new engine or a rebuilt one would need to be done on a car of this age and such low mileage. I've had a concern with the oil light coming on periodically, but everytime we've had it checked, the oil was full and no problem found, thought to be an electrical concern. Now, I find out after some research that this year vehicle had a defective engine that caused sludge to build up and cause this light to go on and cause engine failure. Shame on Chrysler for making this engine. I think someone at Chrysler should contact me and assist with this repair. I have been buying Chrysler for the last 12 years. My husband and I had a neon, Jeep cherokee, and currently a grand minivan. My father in law is a proud retired Chrysler automaker. If Chrysler knows there were problems with these engines, then I should be given some consideration. I have always intended to buy Chrysler products, but after this, I don't know if I will ever buy one again, and I will tell everyone I know of this defective product.

Our 2000 Dodge Intrepid experienced an engine failure that resulted in loss of the vehicle because it would be more expensive to repair than it was worth. We had to have the vehicle towed and the repaid technician alerted us to the fact that this particular engine was known by chrystler to have engine oil sludge problems due to faulty design. Dodge should stand behind their product. This was our first and only chrystler product we will ever purchase. . . We are going to purchase our first foreign made vehicle, a Honda this time!!!.

Engine failure of 2000 Dodge Intrepid. 8jb.

Catastrophic engine failure occurring unexpectedly 1/07. Purchased a rebuilt engine. Six months later the car started to stop at any speed, while idling, and 50% of the time would not start at all. Had several dealers do diagnostics but could not pinpoint the problem as the car would run when taken to the shop. Was informed that it may be fuel sensor, fuel pump, or fried motherboard in the car's computer. Neither repair shops diagnostic equipment could pinpoint the problem. From 11/07-4/08 the car did not have the problem. Now it has started to cutoff while in motion again. It cuts off atleast three times per trip now, and hasn't nor stared in almost a week. New battery, and a rebuilt engine with under 10k miles on it. Needless to say the continued stoppage without warning has put me in some dangerous situations during my commute.

Another Intrepid 2. 7 l engine failure. I was driving the car and it did stop runing without any warninig. I just came out of a twelve hundred dollas transmission repair. I know big chances are I will be ignored by Chrysler people, but I will do everything I have to do to stop my relatives and 20 generations ahead, from buying any Chrysler product.

- the contact stated that engine ran as if it had no oil. He performed routine maintenance on the vehicle. The oil heated up and the engine failed. He called the dealer, and they had known about the problem. They said they wanted to give him $200. 00 for the vehicle ,but,he had spent over $6000. 00 to fix the engine before and it seized for the second time. He recently purchase d the car. The mileage at the time of the incident was 65000 of which 52,000 miles were on the odometer when the vehicle was purchased. The dealer ddid not want to repair the vehicle. He took it to a repair shop ,and they told him they would not fix these types of cars because of the inherent problems. Before it seized the second time the dealer had him bring in the vehicle. They ran diagnostic tests for a few days at which point he was asked to pick up the car and the engine failed again.

Engine failure on 2000 Dodge Intrepid while driving on us interstate 77 south no previous warning.

I have a 2000 Dodge Intrepid and over the weekend the engine blew and I was almost involved in an accident due to the engine failing. I took it to a mechanic and there was sludge inside and now they are saying the engine is no good and that I need to new one. I went to google to get more information on the engine and I came across a link that there are other people in my situation. If someone can please reply back to me with any new information about the engine. I love my Intrepid and wish the engine was made to last.

The contact owns a 2000 Dodge Intrepid. While driving 55 mph, the contact heard a pinging noise coming from the engine. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they found sludge build-up in the engine. The diagnostic cost $235. The vehicle was taken to a local repair shop and inspected by a technician, who determined that the engine failed. The engine was replaced with a rebuilt engine at the cost of $4,210. The contact called the manufacturer and was advised to send the routine maintenance receipts to the Chrysler dealer to determine if she would receive reimbursement. The contact has not received any compensation or a follow up call. The failure mileage was 82,532 and current mileage was 110,000. Updated 08/04/09 updated 08/05/09.

In June of 2006 my 200 Dodge Intrepid I took my car in for routine service and found that my car had oilsludge and have not had it running since, due to the fact that I don't want to have engine failure. I have been investigating the possibilities of recompense from the motor company but have not been able to find out much as of yet except that it is still in process. I feel that I am entitled to having my engine replaced, since I still paid off the car and have not been able to drive.

Internal engine failure. Replaced engine (crysler 2. 7l).

1. No engine problems, regular oil changes, car kept in good mechanical condition 2. Engine failure @ less than 65,000 miles 3. Could not afford 6,000 for a remanufactured engine.

Defective engine failed due to timing chain issue. Car has only 41,000 miles on it and has been well maintained with oil changes, etc. Chrysler does not want to take any responsibility for the faulty design in the engine. Engine cannot be repaired, must be replaced at a cost of $6,000. 00. I am still investigating other complaints and gathering more back-up material before I am willing to give up my fight with Chrysler.

I have a 2000 Dodge Intrepid. I was driving home from work. Engine started making noise. Stopped at a light in traffic and engine failed and would not start. I was in the center lane of a three lane highway with traffic passing on either side. Was unable to even get out of my car. A police car pulled up behind and put his lights on and was able to push me to the side of the road. I then called a tow truck. It was frightening and dangerous situation. I was unable to pay for the repairs or trade the car in. I was forced to purchase another car and still pay off the remainder of the Intrepid.

: the contact stated while driving 30mph, the engine stalled. The vehicle restarted and was driven to an independent repair shop for inspection. The mechanic determined the engine failed due to sludge build up and would have to replaced.

Engine failure 2. 7l.

I bought my 2000 Dodge Intrepid in very good condition. Had all fluids changed on a regular basis. Started noticing bluish/gray smoke. Took vehicle to repair shop for diagnosis. Was unable to determine cause of problems. Was driving the car and had complete engine failure. Good thing I live in a small town, some one could have been seriously hurt! I had no idea this motor was this poorly engineered. Also know first hand of three other cases with this motor right here in my hometown. Sadly, I am unable to make the engine replacement at this time because I am still making payments on the vehicle.