11 problems related to engine rattling and whining sounds have been reported for the 2000 Dodge Intrepid. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2000 Dodge Intrepid based on all problems reported for the 2000 Intrepid.
My engine has sludge build up. My ex-husband and my 2 mechanics have all taken classes offered by Dodge because of the defects in their 2. 7l engine. They were told by a Chrysler instructor during a training class for 5 star mechanics/dealerships that Chrysler has identified 8 items needing upgrades in regards to the 2. 7l engine and that the engine was faulty from the manufacturer. I have lifetime oil changes with the dealership that I bought my car from. I take it in regular according to my owner's manual. Two days before I parked it (one week after my routine oil change) my car had a rattling sound from under the hood. I took it to my mechanic, he told me the above information. I went to my other mechanic and my ex-husband and all agreed with the above information.
While driving to work,I noticed the engine was making rattling noise. There was no oil indicator light on or engine light on. I took the car in to 3 separate mechanics and was informed by all 3 that the car needed a new engine. They all said that there was sludge in the engine. I took this car in as recommended every 3000 miles for an oil change. This car is barely at 62000 miles and there is no way this should have happened. I was informed it would cost me a bare minimum of $4000. 00 to get the car running. I called the corporate office of daimler Chrysler and they insisted they had not heard of a problem with these engines.
The check engine light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. A rattling noise was heard coming from the rear. Consumer took vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the engine needed to be replaced because a rod sheared off the engine, and poor lubrication.
While driving, the consumer heard a rattling sound. The consumer took the vehicle into the mechanic and was told the engine was defective. The consumer proceeded to drive the vehicle home at 15 mph and the engine shut down.
The engine in my Dodge Intrepid began making a minor rattling noise, the noise proceeded to get progressively worse until the engine started rattling loudly. I took the car to a mechanic because I thought it was the transmission, which I had repaired the car continued to make the same loud noise not less than 2 weeks the car made this tremendous rattling as if something had come a loose it started smoking and then the engine died. I took the car to another mechanic who rebuilt the engine in little over a month the engine went out again.
Car went off while turning turn it back on it made a rattle noise in the engine.
At any speed consumer heard a rattling noise coming from the engine compartment. Dealer examined the vehicle and found a build up of sludge in the engine. Replaced the engine.
While driving at 25 mph, the consumer heard a rattling sound coming from the engine. A few seconds later the vehicle stalled and wouldn't restart. The vehicle was towed to a dealer, who informed the consumer that the engine had a build up of sludge. A new engine was needed at that time. The manufacturer is aware of the problem. While driving at 25 mph vehicle experienced a rattling noise coming from the the engine. Vehicle stalled and would not restart. Vehicle was towed to dealer where sludge was found in engine.
I have a 2000 Dodge Intrepid with 52000 miles. I recently this car has been staling, sometimes on a freeway. It has also been driving rough. When I took it into a Dodge dealership, I was told they need to place a rail on a chain to prevent a rattling noise. $400 was the quote. I told them to start work on it. Later they called and told me there was sludge on the motor and it must be replaced. $7000!!! they also told me they can not put the motor back in. That it would not start. They (oakland Dodge in madison hts, mi) also told me that I have not been changing my oil regularly. This is a false accusation, however I do not have oil change receipts. I have also changed my own oil several times. I am now stuck with a rental car until I can afford $7000.
While driving at 45 mph consumer heard a rattling noise. Engine blew out. This was caused by sludge due to oil build up, per dealership. Also, dealership indicated that oil build up was caused by lack of oil change. Vehicle had regular oil changes every 3500 miles.
Upon starting vehicle consumer heard a rattling noise from under the hood. Without any indication vehicle stalled/ shut down. Dealer told consumer that the engine needed to replaced.