Engine Stall Problems of Dodge Intrepid - part 1

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.

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The contact owns a 2000 Dodge Intrepid. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 mph into a parking space, the engine stalled without warning. Upon restarting, the vehicle resumed normal function. The failure recurred twelve times. In addition, whenever accessing the exterior front and rear passenger locked power doors, they failed to release open with the key fob. The failure recurred twelve times. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 42,000. The VIN was unavailable.

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The contact owns a 2002 Dodge Intrepid. While the contact was driving approximately 45 mph, the engine completely stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic for diagnosis. The technician stated there was metal in the oil. The vehicle was inoperable and had not been repaired for the malfunction. The failure mileage was 160,000.

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The contact owns a 2000 Dodge Intrepid. The contact stated that while attempting to make a left hand turn the engine stalled. She had the vehicle towed to a local mechanic. The mechanic informed the contact that there was a build up of sludge in the engine. She then contacted the dealer and they were unable to provide any assistance because the vehicle is no longer under warranty. The vehicle has not been repaired as of current date. The failure and current mileage was 103780. (SC) updated 07/29/08. Updated 08/06/08.

Impending failure of 2. 7l engine installed in 2002 Dodge Intrepid. According to a mechanic a bearing(s) loses its plating and causes metal flakes to block oil galleries leading to oil starvation and eventual failure of the engine. This could lead to a mva if the failure occurs in traffic. Mine is starting to fail and according to the mechanic this has been a problem with Intrepids.

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.

I had an oil change on 12-9-06 no problems seen by the ase mechanic. 1-3-07 while driving home from work, engine started to knock, safely pulled over, shut off the car and it would not start again. The engine was locked up. Had it towed to midas where I had my oil change done. Then to the engine shop where it cost me 5604. 00 to have a brand new engine installed.

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12-9-06 oil change oil light sensor was going to be changed 1-07 1-3-07 oil sensor blew out all oil while on i265 engine locked up 2-07 brand new engine will be installed by louisville motor exchange costing $5088. 70.

: 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 driving 70 mph on the interstate, the engine stalled and there was a loss of all vehicle power without warning. The contact managed to pull over without incident. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. Although the dealer was alerted, the vehicle was not inspected. The manufacturer was also alerted.

: the contact stated while driving 40 mph down a street, the engine stalled without warning. The engine did not restart and was towed to an independent repair shop who determined the timing chain needed to be replaced. After the repair, the engine stalled again without warning. Upon further inspection, the engine was filled with sludge. The engine was rebuilt which corrected the problem. The manufacturer was not alerted.

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: 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 owns a 1999 Dodge Intrepid. While driving 45 mph, the engine automatically stalled and the vehicle lost complete power. The dealer and manufacturer have not yet been notified. The contact notified an independent mechanic and he stated that there was sludge build-up, which caused the sensors to fail. The mechanic also stated that there was no current repair because the failure was too infrequent. In addition, the heater does not work properly and causes the vehicle to smoke and shut down. This failure also results from the sludge defect with the engine. There is no current recall information. The VIN was unknown. The current mileage was 135,000 and failure mileage was 125,000.

: 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 traveling 40 mph, the oil light illuminated and the engine began to knock, then the engine stalled. The vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop, where it was determined the timing chain snapped because of oil sludge build up.

: the contact stated while accelerating from a stop sign, the vehicle stalled without warning. Afterwards, the engine was restarted, but the engine continued to stall at various speeds. The vehicle was inspected by an independent repair shop. The mechanic was unable to determine the cause of the engine stalling.

: 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 contact stated while driving at 45 mph, 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. Updated 04/06/06.

: the contact stated while driving 45 mph the engine stalled without warning. The manufacturer was notified however, no repairs have been made. The vehicle was not seen by a dealer to determine the problem.

: 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.

: the contact stated the engine stalled while driving at 55 mph without warning and did not restart. The vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop were it was determined the engine was filled with sludge build up and water. The independent mechanic recommended replacing the engine.

The contact stated the engine stalled intermittently. This was an ongoing problem. The vehicle was taken into the dealership multiple times. They have been unable to duplicate the problem.

The contact stated that without warning the engine stalled. When she tried to restart the vehicle it would not stay on. The vehicle was towed to a mechanic. He said the stalling was due to an oil sludge build up, and the parts were built too close together. The engine has not been replaced.

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There was no warning as I was driving along the street and my car died and would not restart. I had it towed to hampton's auto. Upon examining the car, he called and reported to me that my engine was gone. I had 82,000 miles on the engine and had changed my oil every 3,000 miles. I bought a used engine from bohannon's auto for $2,400 and paid $1,382 to bud's engine service to install it. I have been advised by several auto repairmen that this 2. 7 engine is faulty. I have one more year of payments or I would not have repaired this automobile. I am very disappointed in the performance of a car that I intended to drive for several years more.

The engine stalled while the consumer was on the freeway. The consumer was able to pull off on a shoulder of the road. The vehicle had the brakes and rotors replaced, and regular maintenance. The consumer took vehicle to the dealership and they told her that the engine had to be replaced. The consumer has not had the problem fixed.

My wife had just entered the highway when the engine suddenly stalled and our car had to be towed. The next day a mechanic told us that the engine was seized. The car only has 82,000 miles on it. The total cost of the repairs was $6442. 91, the engine alone cost $4300. 00 from jasper engines, which said that they have corrected the design flaws within the engine. If a popular and reputable engine rebuilder can find and fix the problem than why can't Chrysler.

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.

: the contact stated the engine stalled while driving 50 mph. There were no problems with the vehicle prior to this incident. The vehicle was towed to a service dealer who determined the engine needed to be replaced. There was buildup in the oil-pan which caused the rods to knock and the engine to fail.

- the contact owns a 2000 Dodge Intrepid. While driving 70 mph the engine stalled. Prior to the vehicle failing there were no warnings or indicator lights present. The vehicle was towed and a new engine was installed. The vehicle failure occurred at 91,000 miles. The owner doesnt know the current mileage, and did not have the vehicles VIN.

The vehicle was pulling out and beginning to accelerate when all of a sudden the engine froze up and stalled. The engine was no longer operable. Consumer stated engine blew.

Vehicle experienced intermittent problem with engine stalling. Vehicle would restart within a few minutes. Vehicle was taken to dealer, who replaced an engine sensor, but the problem recurred.

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While driving approximately 65 mph, engine stalled. Was able to pull over avoiding accidents. When taken to get serviced, was told that the engine froze.