14 problems related to car stall have been reported for the 2002 Dodge Intrepid. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 Dodge Intrepid based on all problems reported for the 2002 Intrepid.
The contact owns a 2002 Dodge Intrepid. While driving approximately 50 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to a dealer and they stated that the timing chain was the cause of the failure. The engine size is a 2. 7 liter, v6. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure and current mileages were 101,000.
Purchased the 2002 Dodge Intrepid 2/11/06. In less than 1 year the engine locked. The vehicle was towed to dealer. Not to rebuild. Salvaged engine wasn't an option, would only have the same problem. The mechanic found the core of the engine was beyond repair. The two mechanics expected payment. I explored the web & the cheapest rebuild engine I could find was $2,499 + core charge, that I won't get back with a shot core. The mechanic will have to be paid of course, to reinstall the re-manufactured engine. Oh, and let's not forget the loan balance still required for the purchase of a car that cannot be driven. Fortunately. I am able to borrow from my 401k to get the car drivable again or my daughter would be out of luck. However, the most discouraging thought was how long will the rebuild engine last? thank god it came with a 3 year unlimited mileage warranty. The original engine, when purchased used had 82,357 on it, and my daughter only got about 10,000 miles of use before it died. That was terrible.
We had no injury or permanent failure yet. However, the 2. 7 liter engine in the 2002 Dodge Intrepid continued to plague us with problems related to sludge buildup. The vehicle had regular 3,000 mile oil changes prior to the first incident, then more frequent changes after. We had the oil pan drop once to remove sludge buildup, and two oil pressure sending units installed in the last 13 months. I am very familiar with how a vehicle operates, and what to do in emergencies to avoid permanent damage to vehicle parts, and I feel that this is the only reason we have not had a permanent failure of this motor.
Dt:the contact stated the timing chain came loose and damaged the top valve cover of the engine. While driving, the vehicle stalled , and had to be towed. He contacted the manufacturer. There were no recalls on this problem. The vehicle will be inspected by a mechanic. Depending on what the mechanic will report the vehicle will either be repaired or salvaged.
Without warning the vehicle stalled. Driver pulled over and restarted the vehicle. Then, towed vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the coolant bleeder housing blew out, and the engine needed to be replaced.
While driving,the vehicle stalled the driver tried to restart,but was unable to do so. The driver had the vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the engine needed replacement. Please provide further information.
While driving vehicle stalled. Consumer was unable to restart vehicle, and had it towed to dealer. Mechanic determined that engine needed to be replaced due to sludge build up.
While driving vehicle stalled. Consumer was unable to restart vehicle, and towed it to dealer for inspection. Mechanic detrermined that the engine needed to be replaced.
While driving 65 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The driver tried to restart the vehicle and was not able to do so. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the engine needed to be replaced.
3-18-05 while driving on highway at 45 mph my 2002 Dodge Intrepid stalled and I was forced to pull over. I looked at the engine, checked the oil and restarted car. The engine was spuddering and I was able to get it down te road about 1 mile to randolph Chrysler in randolph mass. The service staff stated that either I snaped a connecting rod or spun a bearing and the engine needs to be replaced at a cost of $6000. The car is still at the dealer and I am having trouble getting warranty by net to repair the motor as I have a extended warranty with them. All parties left me stranded 100 miles from home with no way to get home. Its not right.
While driving 30 mph vehicle stalled. This caused loss of steering and brakes. Vehicle was taken to independent repair shop, and mechanic determined that engine need to be replaced.
When you first start driving the car, it winll not accelerate no higher then 40-50 mph. It would jerk or feel like it was popping or about to stall. The car will not shift into no gears.
My 2002 Intrepid stalled on the highway less than a year from the purchase date. I was on the expressway doing approximately 60mph, when the engine completely stopped running, the oil light came on. . . Luckily I was able to pull over to the side of the highway safely. The dealership stated that the engine seized due to sludge, however, the oil was changed as scheduled. The estimated bill was $5,000. After investigating this issue, I have found numerous websites dealing with the same issues, with consumers telling the exact same story that I had. It appears to be an issue with the 2. 7 liter engine in the Intrepid and all of the people who commented were accused of non maintenance of the vehicle because of sludge. Chrysler refuses to take the blame. I am still looking into whether or not my vehicle is covered under the lemon law, it has less than 18,000 miles since purchase and has been 1 year since purchase.
Vehicle stalled without any warning while driving 60 mph. Consumer was able to pull off the road and was towed to a dealer. Technician indicated that engine locked, and the engine needed to be replaced at owner's expense due to sludge.