13 problems related to engine stall have been reported for the 2001 Dodge Intrepid. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Dodge Intrepid based on all problems reported for the 2001 Intrepid.
The contact owns a 2001 Dodge Intrepid. While driving at approximately 35 mph and approaching a stop sign, the engine stalled. As a result, all the warning lights remained illuminated. The contact also stated that the horn failed to function. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 249,000.
Without any warning the engine just quit and would not start again while waiting for a stop light. Upon taking it to an auto repair shop it was determined that the engine had failed and required replacement. Cause of failure was oil sludge. A rebuilt engine was purchased and installed at a cost of $5,000. 00.
The contact owns a 2001 Dodge Intrepid. While driving approximately 35 mph, the engine stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to a local repair shop and the mechanic stated that the timing chain was the cause of the failure. The engine needed to be replaced at the cost of $6,000. The vehicle has not been repaired. The manufacturer stated that because the vehicle exceeded its warranty they would not assume any financial responsibility for the repair. The VIN was unknown. The failure and current mileages were 45,000.
: the contact stated while driving 50 mph under normal road conditions, the engine stalled. The vehicle slowed down to 20 mph and then stopped. The vehicle was taken to the service dealer, who determined that the engine needed to be replaced.
: the contact stated while driving 70 mph on the interstate, the thermostat gauge elevated followed by a loss of all power. The engine stalled and the vehicle coasted to side of the roadway. The vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop who determined the engine had failed and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not notified.
: the contact stated while traveling 75 mph the transmission failed and the engine stalled. The vehicle would not restart and was towed to an independent repair shop where the transmission was rebuilt. Later, without warning the engine squealed and stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealership and it was determined the problem was due to the air conditioner. Updated 9/11/2006 -.
: the contact stated the engine stalled in the middle of traffic while driving 45 mph. The vehicle would not restart. The vehicle was towed to the dealership where the dealership determined the vehicle's engine had blown and needed to be replaced. There were no warning signals with the vehicle prior to this incident.
: the contact stated while driving at 35mph, the engine stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealership for inspection. The dealer determined the engine would have to be replaced due to sludge buildup. The vehicle is currently at the dealer waiting repair.
: the contact stated while driving 55mph the engine stalled out without warning. The engine would not restart. The vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop. The mechanic suggested replacing the engine because there was excessive oil and sludge buildup, but no repairs were made.
: the consumer stated while driving at 50 mph, the engine stalled and would not restart. The vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop for inspection. The local mechanic discovered the engine was filled with sludge and the pistons were welded together in the head gasket. The local mechanic stated there was no oil in the engine, although 1 quart of oil was added the week before the failure. The local mechanic recommended replacing the engine.
2001 Dodge Intrepid 2. 7l engine stalled with 76,000 miles on odometer. I had purchased the extended warranty, but was told it expired at 75,000 miles. My wife contacted dealer and was told that it would cose about $8500 for an engine replacement. Dealer insinuated that the problem was not having the oil changed. After checking the NHTSA website, I found that there are nearly 50 similar complaints on this vehicle with varying mileages reported.
While driving approximately 65 mph, engine stalled on highway. Consumer was able to avoid accident by pulling over to side of road. The cause of this is undetermined.
The engine stalled, the dealer replaced the engine, however the problem recurred.