1997 DODGE INTREPID — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

473

Owner Complaints

35 Crashes 29 Fires 4 Deaths

2

Recalls

ACTIVE RECALL

2

Service Bulletins

1

Investigation

Overview of the 1997 DODGE INTREPID

The 1997 DODGE INTREPID has received a total of 473 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM. 2 technical service bulletins have been issued by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection System (47 complaints), Power Trainautomatic Transmission (30 complaints), and Steeringrack And Pinion (20 complaints).

Recalls for the 1997 DODGE INTREPID

NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 1997 DODGE INTREPID, potentially affecting up to 3,038,368 vehicles.

Recall 04V021000 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT

| 2,315,768 vehicles affected

Defect: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FLOOR SHIFTER IGNITION-PARK INTERLOCK MAY FAIL AND ALLOW THE SHIFTER TO BE MOVED OUT OF THE PARK POSITION WITH THE KEY REMOVED. AN INOPERATIVE INTERLOCK MAY ALSO ALLOW THE KEY TO BE REMOVED WHEN THE SHIFTER HAS NOT BEEN PLACED IN THE PARK POSITION.

Consequence: EITHER CIRCUMSTANCE MAY RESULT IN THE VEHICLE ROLLING AWAY WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW LOAD-LIMITING PUSH ROD INTO THE FLOOR SHIFTER LEVER OF THE AFFECTED VEHICLES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JUNE 14, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

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Recall 98V184000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM

| 722,600 vehicles affected

Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES BUILT WITH 3.5L ENGINES. THE FUEL INJECTION DELIVERY SYSTEM CAN LEAK FUEL FROM SOME OF THE SEALING O-RINGS OR FROM HAIR LINE CRACKS IN THE THERMOSET FUEL INJECTION RAIL.

Consequence: FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL RAIL O-RINGS AND REINFORCE THE OUTLET (PASSENGER) SIDE FUEL RAIL. VEHICLES SHOWING FUEL LEAKAGE ON THE OUTLET FUEL RAIL MUST HAVE THE OUTLET RAIL REPLACED WHICH INCLUDES CHANGING THE UPPER AND LOWER INJECTOR O-RINGS. HOWEVER,...

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Owner Complaints for the 1997 DODGE INTREPID

473 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1997 DODGE INTREPID. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection System
Complaints: 47 4 Fires
Power Trainautomatic Transmission
Complaints: 30 1 Crash
Steeringrack And Pinion
Complaints: 20
Engine And Engine Coolingengine
Complaints: 18 1 Fire
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline
Complaints: 17 1 Fire
Steeringlinkagestie Rod Assembly
Complaints: 17
Unknown Or Other
Complaints: 16 2 Crashes 1 Fire 1 Injury 2 Deaths
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling System
Complaints: 14
Air Bagsfrontal
Complaints: 12 8 Crashes 4 Injuries
Fuel System Gasoline
Complaints: 12 1 Fire
Steering
Complaints: 10 2 Crashes 1 Fire 2 Deaths
Electrical Systemwiringfront Underhood
Complaints: 9 7 Fires
Engine And Engine Cooling
Complaints: 9 1 Crash 2 Fires 1 Injury
Exterior Lightingheadlights
Complaints: 9 1 Crash 2 Injuries
Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection Systemfuel Rail
Complaints: 9 2 Fires 1 Injury
Electrical System
Complaints: 8 1 Fire
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip
Complaints: 8
Power Trainautomatic Transmissionlever And Linkagefloor Shift
Complaints: 7 2 Crashes 1 Injury
Suspension
Complaints: 7 1 Crash 1 Injury
Suspensionfront
Complaints: 7
Vehicle Speed Control
Complaints: 6 2 Crashes
Air Bags
Complaints: 5 1 Crash 4 Injuries
Electrical Systemwiringinteriorunder Dash
Complaints: 5
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assembly
Complaints: 5
Power Trainmanual Transmission
Complaints: 5
Steeringhydraulic Power Assistpump
Complaints: 5
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasher
Complaints: 5
Electrical Systemwiring
Complaints: 4 2 Fires
Equipmentapplianceair Conditioner
Complaints: 4
Fuel System Gasolinedelivery
Complaints: 4
Steeringrack And Pinionrack
Complaints: 4
Structurebodytrunk Lid
Complaints: 4 2 Injuries
Tires
Complaints: 4
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac System
Complaints: 4 1 Fire
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryfuel Pump
Complaints: 3
Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection Systeminjectors
Complaints: 3
Fuel System Other
Complaints: 3
Power Train
Complaints: 3
Power Trainautomatic Transmissionparkneutral Start Interlock Switch
Complaints: 3 1 Crash
Seatsfront Assemblyrecliner
Complaints: 3 2 Crashes 4 Injuries
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisc
Complaints: 3
Steeringhydraulic Power Assist System
Complaints: 3 1 Fire 1 Injury
Steeringlinkagesarmidler And Attachment
Complaints: 3
Visibilitypower Window Devices And Controls
Complaints: 3
Visibilitywindshield
Complaints: 3
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasolinebelts And Associated Pulleys
Complaints: 2
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Control
Complaints: 2
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systemmanifoldheadermufflertail Pipe
Complaints: 2
Exterior Lightingturn Signal
Complaints: 2 1 Crash
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryhoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 2
Power Trainautomatic Transmissioncooling Unit And Lines
Complaints: 2
Power Trainautomatic Transmissiontorque Converter
Complaints: 2
Seat Beltsfrontanchorage
Complaints: 2 2 Crashes 5 Injuries
Seat Beltsfrontbuckle Assembly
Complaints: 2 1 Crash 2 Injuries
Seats
Complaints: 2 1 Crash 4 Injuries
Service Brakes Hydraulic
Complaints: 2 1 Crash
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Components
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor
Complaints: 2
Steeringcolumn
Complaints: 2
Structurebodydoor
Complaints: 2
Suspensionfrontwheel Bearing
Complaints: 2 1 Crash
Suspensionrear
Complaints: 2
Vehicle Speed Controlaccelerator Pedal
Complaints: 2 1 Crash
Visibilitysunmoon Roof Assembly
Complaints: 2
Wheels
Complaints: 2
Air Bagsfrontalsensorcontrol Module
Complaints: 1
Electrical System12v24v48v Battery
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemalternatorgeneratorregulator
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemhorn
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemignition
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemignitionmodule
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemignitionswitch
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Electrical Systemstarter Assemblyrelay
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemwiringfuses And Circuit Breakers
Complaints: 1 1 Fire
Electronic Stability Control Esc
Complaints: 1
Engine
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemradiator Assembly
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust System
Complaints: 1
Equipmentelectricalradiotape Deckcd Etc
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lighting
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingheadlightsswitch
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingturn Signalswitch
Complaints: 1 1 Fire
Fuel System Otherdeliveryhoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 1
Fuelpropulsion System
Complaints: 1
Interior Lighting
Complaints: 1 1 Fire
Latcheslockslinkagestrunk Lidlock
Complaints: 1
Parking Brakedriveline
Complaints: 1
Power Trainautomatic Transmissionlever And Linkagecolumn Shift
Complaints: 1
Power Trainaxle Assembly
Complaints: 1
Power Trainmanual Transmissioncolumn Shift Assembly
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisccaliper
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscpads
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsmaster Cylinder
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicpower Assisthydraulic
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicpower Assistvacuum
Complaints: 1
Steering Steering Wheelhandle Bar
Complaints: 1
Steeringgear Box Other Than Rack And Pinion
Complaints: 1
Steeringlinkages
Complaints: 1
Structurebody
Complaints: 1
Structureframe And Members
Complaints: 1
Structureframe And Membersunderbody Shields
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontcontrol Arm
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontcontrol Armlower Arm
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontshock Absorber
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontstabilizer Bar
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Suspensionrearshock Absorber
Complaints: 1
Suspensionrearspringscoil Springs
Complaints: 1
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemrear Window
Complaints: 1 1 Fire
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemwindshieldelectrical Heating Element
Complaints: 1
Visibilityglass Siderear
Complaints: 1
Visibilityrear Window Wiperwasher
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 1 Injury
Visibilityrear Window Wiperwashermotor
Complaints: 1
Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevicesexterior
Complaints: 1
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwashermotor
Complaints: 1
Wheelslugsnutsboltsstuds
Complaints: 1

Most Recent Complaints

#10705117 | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | | N/A miles
THE PRESSURE ON MY FUEL RAIL DOES NOT HOLD SO THAT MEANS A LEAK.IF I ASK FIRST CHRYSLER ANY THING THEY SAY NO RECALLS.I KNOW BETTER 98V184000. *TR
#10684149 | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | | N/A miles
HARD STARTING LEAKING FUEL RAIL 3.5. *TR
#10468795 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | | 169,000 miles
I BOUGHT THE CAR FOR 1500$ THE INSPECTION RAN OUT AT THE END OF THAT MONTH, INSPECTION WAS COMPLETED AS A "LICKEM STICKEM" THE CAR 2 WEEKS LATER WAS DETERMINED BY AN OUTSIDE MECHANIC UNSAFE TO DRIVE AND HAZARDOUS TO PUBLIC SAFETY, CAR WAS LEFT AT PLACE OF PURCHASE FOR TWO (2) WEEKS IN WHICH TIME NOTHING WAS DONE TO CORRECT THE ISSUE CAR REMAINS UNSAFE TO DRIVE AND NOT RUNNING. *TR
#10468795 | ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) | | 169,000 miles
I BOUGHT THE CAR FOR 1500$ THE INSPECTION RAN OUT AT THE END OF THAT MONTH, INSPECTION WAS COMPLETED AS A "LICKEM STICKEM" THE CAR 2 WEEKS LATER WAS DETERMINED BY AN OUTSIDE MECHANIC UNSAFE TO DRIVE AND HAZARDOUS TO PUBLIC SAFETY, CAR WAS LEFT AT PLACE OF PURCHASE FOR TWO (2) WEEKS IN WHICH TIME NOTHING WAS DONE TO CORRECT THE ISSUE CAR REMAINS UNSAFE TO DRIVE AND NOT RUNNING. *TR
#10468795 | ENGINE | | 169,000 miles
I BOUGHT THE CAR FOR 1500$ THE INSPECTION RAN OUT AT THE END OF THAT MONTH, INSPECTION WAS COMPLETED AS A "LICKEM STICKEM" THE CAR 2 WEEKS LATER WAS DETERMINED BY AN OUTSIDE MECHANIC UNSAFE TO DRIVE AND HAZARDOUS TO PUBLIC SAFETY, CAR WAS LEFT AT PLACE OF PURCHASE FOR TWO (2) WEEKS IN WHICH TIME NOTHING WAS DONE TO CORRECT THE ISSUE CAR REMAINS UNSAFE TO DRIVE AND NOT RUNNING. *TR

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Safety Rating for the 1997 DODGE INTREPID

NHTSA has not yet tested the 1997 DODGE INTREPID in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 1997 DODGE INTREPID

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) has issued 2 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 1997 DODGE INTREPID. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

233697 — STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID

DECK LID TORSION BAR TENSION. *TW

130197 — STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

CONCERNS WITH POPPING, OIL CANNING OR METALLIC NOISE FROM FRONT OF VEHICLE. *NLM

NHTSA Investigations for the 1997 DODGE INTREPID

NHTSA has opened 1 investigation into potential safety defects in the 1997 DODGE INTREPID.

Investigation RP04001 — FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS Closed

Opened:

REMEDY FAILURES OF RECALL 98V-184

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