Engine Failure Problems of Dodge Intrepid - part 1

Engine failure 2. 7l 2002 Dodge Intrepid vehicle owned over 10 years 111k miles current odm, oil change was not due at the time of engine failure.

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Engine failure sludge , engine design.

The contact owns a 2002 Dodge Intrepid. The contact was driving 50 mph when the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who advised that there was an internal engine failure but was unable to provide a concrete diagnosis. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 105,675.

Engine failure. 2004 Dodge Intrepid. Low oil pressure light on dash flickers, found out that 2. 7 engine is known for this problem costing $5500. 00 dollars for new engine. My family and I bought this car brand new and have relentlessly had oil changed through the years every 3000 miles.

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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.

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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.

Stopped at a stop sign, engine failed with no warning.

I have a 2002 Dodge Intrepid. It has 90,000 miles on it. I have taken good care to change the oil on a regular basis. Due to oil sludge the engine failed while I was driving. It now needs a new engine at a cost of $4,000. I still owe $3,000 on the car. It is not worth it to fix it. This car is known for engine failure at 80-90k miles. I almost got in an accident.

The contact owns a 2001 Chrysler Intrepid. While driving 70 mph, the engine began to knock loudly. The contact had the vehicle towed to a mechanic and was informed that the engine failed. The engine had never been serviced prior to the failure and there were no warning lights illuminated. The engine oil and fluids were checked and replaced three weeks prior to the failure. The dealer and manufacturer have not been notified. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 80,000.

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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.

2003 Dodge Intrepid with 2. 7 l engine- experience sudden and catastrophic engine failure while at highway speeds. Very dangerous that these engines experience this type of sudden loss, and it could have caused a major accident. Public web sites state this engine is a constant problem for Dodge. Here's the real kicker- I called Dodge and the zone office said they would do a 50-50 split on the bill. $8000. 00 split in half would still be $4000 to fix a car only worth $6000 in resale value. A local auto repair quoted me $3900 for the same repair. So Dodge ups the cost to repair, then discounts it by half, and it's still the same cost to repair it elsewhere. Sounds like a real racket to me. And here's another sticky point- I wasn't sure of the mileage because the car was at the shop, so I guessed 65000 miles. The guy at Dodge was all set to call the dealer and make them fix it for no charge, but when he called me back and said the mileage was 7000 miles more, or 72000, it was now "past warranty" and they could only do the 50-50 split. So how does 7000 miles make the difference? the warranty was 6 years, 60,000 miles, it was already past the 60,000 limit when I called Dodge the first time, now that it's only 7,000 miles more they changed their mind.

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The contact owns a 2002 Dodge Intrepid. The contact turned the ignition key and the engine failed to completely turnover. Immediately, there was an ignition misfire. There were no warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. Roadside assistance was called to the scene and the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The technician stated that the failure was related to engine sludge. The vehicle is currently inoperable and has not been repaired. The contact was concerned of the safety risk involved. The VIN was unknown. The failure and current mileages were 68,000.

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.

I was driving on I 75 - 250 miles from home when my engine failed on my 2001 Dodge Intrepid. No warning. Luckily it did not cause an accident.

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

2002 Dodge Intrepid with 2. 7 engine. Engine failed due to oil sludge as 16yr old driver came to stop sign at a major highway. Cost to replace was 5200. 00.

I was shocked that my vehicle needed a new engine (long block and all parts associated) at 67,227 miles due to oil sludge/bearings broke down in engine and caused oil to look metallic resulting in engine failure. The check oil light suddenly appeared and a ticking noise started so I had my car towed immediately to the nearest Dodge dealership. This happened just 2,277 miles after my warranty expired? we had two dealerships look at my Intrepid and both agreed it needed a new engine. We even contacted a trusted family mechanic shop and was advised that this was a known issue with the 2. 7 liter engines and advised to get rid of the car immediately (they would not touch it). Robert at autowest Dodge in roseville, California, also admitted that this was a known issue with the Dodge 2. 7 liter engines and that it just happens no matter how your vehicle is maintained but, offered no recourse with Dodge. The total for repairs was $8,175. 00. Now I have another 2. 7 liter engine (rebuilt) from the manufacturer (Dodge) which is only guaranteed for 36 months. The cost of repairing my car really created a hardship for me. I am a senior citizen on a fixed income, drive my vehicle less than average miles per year and take pride in maintaining my car. Your help in investigating the Dodge 2. 7 liter engine is greatly appreciated.

Our 1999 Dodge Intrepid with 110,000 miles had engine failure due to a build-up of sludge in the engine. It's a complete loss to us since fixing the timing chain and other parts will ultimately fail because of the crap that remains in the engine!.

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The contact owns a 2002 Dodge Intrepid. While driving 35 mph, the contact experienced issues with his vehicle and took it to an auto repair shop. The crank, fuel, and oil sensors were replaced. The same day, the engine failed. He took the vehicle to the dealer and they stated that the engine was clean and found no failures, other than the bearing. Recently, the vehicle was taken to the dealer to install an idler and the transmission failed. The estimated repair cost for the transmission was $3,300. The extended warranty would not cover the repair costs. The manufacturer has not been notified. The current mileage was approximately 85,000 and failure mileage was approximately 61,000.

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.

1999 Dodge Intrepid 2. 7l engine failure at 64,000 miles due to oil sludge. Top engine knock. Oil changes were regular and done by 3,000 miles. In less than 24hr period oil light came on and engine began knocking. Oil level on stick showed in correct range. Estimate of repair at $4800 to replace engine and labor.

The 2. 7 liter engine in my 2004 Dodge Intrepid had to be replaced due to bearing failure and a thrown rod. I bought this vehicle as a program car with less than 12000 miles and the original manufacturers warranty was in effect. I do not have a warranty complaint since my vehicle was no longer under warranty. I do feel that my engine failure was due to the sludge problem that seems to be prevalent in the Chrysler 2. 7 liter motors.

Oil pressure indicator light began flickering approximately 3 weeks prior to engine failure. Oil changed on 2 occasions during time frame and result same, light continuously flickered and than became continuously solid red with light ticking noise observed from upper valve cover. Approximately 10 minutes longer of driving to safely locate the Dodge Intrepid with 2. 7 liter engine to residence, once parked in drive way the ticking was sporadic and car has been parked since due to inability to operate safely and effectively without further creating total loss to vehicle and engine components!.

The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Intrepid. While driving 35 mph, the engine failed and the vehicle dragged as if it were in tow. The vehicle was taken to the repair shop and they stated that the coolant was mixed with oil. If the contact continued to drive the vehicle, the engine could explode. The mechanic stated that a new engine was needed; however, the warranty will not cover the repair and the manufacturer will not assist. The current and failure mileages were 84,000. Updated 5/13/08 updated 05/13/08.

2004 Dodge Intrepid with 80,000 and good maintenance has engine failure due to oil sludge.

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.

2. 7l engine failure. . . The the rod bearings shot, do to oil starvtoin from poor engine design.

My 2001 Dodge Intrepid had complete engine failure at 85,000 miles. It cost me $6,000 to have the engine replaced. The car was always maintained with oil changes etc. As recommended by Chrysler. This has put tremendous strain on my family's finances. Through research and speaking with mechanics I have since found out that this is a very common event with 2001 Intrepids. I feel Chrysler owes me for the amount of the repairs.

Sudden engine failure on a 6 year old car that was regularly maintained 2001 Dodge Intrepid (known to be an issue on all 2. 7l engines). This vehicle is worth nothing to anyone at this point, only 100,000 miles.

Have a 2001 Intrepid, 2. 7 engine. Engine failed while driving putting my life and more importantly the life of my 8 year old daughter in danger. Seems a known issue with this engine and Chrysler. Now upside down in the car and only financial pain in my immediate future. What's needed: the us government should hold Chrysler responsible for selling a clearly defective engine.

Catastrophic failure of 2. 7 liter engine in 2001 Dodge Intrepid. My mechanic explained to me that the engine failed due to poor oil circulation in the engine which was poorly designed. After some research, I found that this problem was known to Chrysler since the late 90's. The dealership I purchased the car from should never have passed off this vehicle as a good used car without addressing this failure. Since they are a Dodge dealership. I have maintained the car very well and there would be no reason for such a failure had the engine been designed with better channels for the oil to flow. I still owe over $2,000 on the car and the repairs would cost over $5,000. This is fraud on the part of Chrysler.

"sludge" engine failure.

The contact owns a 2001 Dodge Intrepid. While driving 50 mph, the vehicle completely stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to a local repair shop and the mechanic stated that the engine failed and caused the vehicle to stall. The engine needed to be replaced. The manufacturer referred her to an authorized dealer. The vehicle has not yet been repaired. The failure mileage was 54,000 and current mileage was 95,000.