1994 Dodge Intrepid suspension problems

64 complaints (9% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 151,000. 4 crashes reported.

owner complaints: 64
of this car's complaints: 9%
typical mileage: 151,000
crashes: 4
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Front
21
Front: control arm: lower arm
18
Rear
7
Front: control arm
3
Front: control arm: upper arm
2
Front: control arm: lower ball joint
2
Rear: shock absorber
1
Multiple axle: torque arm
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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25k-50k

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125k-150k

150k-175k

175k-200k

200k+

Dodge Intrepid suspension problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 1994 Dodge Intrepid suspension

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Ball joint 55

Related recalls

Suspension: front: control arm: lower armReported August 9, 1999 · 402,830 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The lower control arm attaching brackets can crack due to fatigue and separate from the engine cradle.
Risk: If this occurs, the transmission half-shaft could pull out of the transaxle and result in loss of power.
Remedy: Dealers will reinforce the engine cradle at the point where the lower control arm attaches to it.

Recall number 99V215000 · Recall details

Related investigations

Engine cradle/control arm bracket weldOpened December 31, 1998, closed August 19, 1999

There is no summary currently available

EA98025

Engine cradle/control arm bracket weldOpened August 11, 1998, closed December 31, 1998

Alleged that the front suspension weld fails or cracks causing the suspension to collapse and a loss of vehicle control

PE98044

Rear suspension trailing arm/boltOpened April 14, 1998, closed August 31, 1998

Alleged that the rear suspension trailing and/or its attachment bolt may fail, posing a risk of loss of vehicle control and loss of rear service brake operation

PE98022

What 1994 Dodge Intrepid owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jan 31, 2010 · Steering, Suspension · 175,000 miles · NC

The vehicle started to turn itself when driving and could not be controlled while driving. This lead to us taking it to a tire shop and we were told the bushings on the rack and pinion and the bushings on the tire rod were gone off the car. The vehicle was not able to be driven until the bushings were repaired because the loss of control was so bad on the vehicle. The failure of the bushings caused the vehicle to have to be repaired. We almost loss complete control over the vehicle twice before we found out what was causing the extreme pull in the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to mechanic and they replaced the rack and pinion bushings and the tire rod bushings and tightened the tire rod bolts. This was a very scary situation for us and we were concerned for our safety and the safety of our child. This was also a very expensive repair to the vehicle.

Filed Oct 7, 2009 · Suspension · 15,148 miles · IN

Rear suspension support arm on driver's side fatigued and separated causing loss of control of vehicle suddenly without warning. Support arm appears to have been weakened by rust corrosion, appears to be inadequate corrosion resistance. Inspection of passenger side rear suspension support arm appears to be weakened from rust corrosion as well and most likely will fail from fatigue too. Concern that failure occurs suddenly without warning and would result in loss of control and possible loss of life.

Filed Sep 16, 2008 · Steering, Suspension · 170,286 miles · SC

I have a 1994 dodge intrepid es, the vehicle is going into gear and popping out of gear sometimes.

Filed Dec 3, 2005 · Airbags, Brakes · 70,000 miles · WY

Bought car in 2001, with 69,000 miles. 2 days after purchase, gauges stopped working, car ran fine, no noise, etc. Intermittent problem. Dealer could not duplicate. Happened while driving past dealer, stopped and they checked for codes, none found. Happened again, dealer had code for airbag module this time, replaced part. Problem is still intermittent. 2003, driving at 75 MPH on highway, car stalled, no restart. Towed to dealer, they replaced timing belt and water pump. Also had brake rotors and pads replaced at 72,000. They were done at 55,000 also. Replaced tie rod ends 2004 at 97,000. They had been replaced a week before purchase at 68,500. Passenger airbag cover warped, I fear it may fail in accident.

Filed Mar 8, 2005 · Suspension · 151,000 miles · TX

The federal safety agency recall 99v215000 on the engine cradle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for the recall. However, the district manager is refusing to honor the recall because the lower control arm that attaches the brackets is broke. Please provide further details. *jb all repairs finished using new factory parts. The consumer stated that no further action is necessary.

Filed Sep 8, 2003 · Suspension · MN

The front hub and bearing assembly was replaced, the right lower control arm and right axle had to be torqued the axle was frozen into the hub. *mr *scc

Filed Nov 5, 2002 · Suspension · FL

While driving the vehicle the lower control arm braket was split from the frame. Dealer has been notified. Please provide futher information. Ts

Filed Oct 10, 2002 · Suspension · KS

Consumer states that while driving and no warning the front suspension is cutting the tire causing the tire to wobble and it will be hard for the consumer to control the vehicle. Dealer notified. Mr

Filed Oct 3, 2002 · Suspension · IL

Consumer states that while driving at highway speeds the vehicle wanders all over the road. Nlm

Filed Jan 24, 2002 · Suspension · NC

While driving could feel a hard vibration on steering wheel, had contacted dealer, and they could not discover what has caused vibration. Please provide more information.

Questions about the 1994 Dodge Intrepid suspension

Does the 1994 Dodge Intrepid have suspension problems?

Owners have filed 64 complaints about the suspension of the 1994 Dodge Intrepid, 9% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1994 Dodge Intrepid suspension problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 151,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 1994 Dodge Intrepid suspension?

Yes, 1 recall: 99V215000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Dodge Intrepid have bad suspension?

The Dodge Intrepid model years with the most suspension complaints are 1994 (64 complaints), 1995 (61 complaints) and 1993 (46 complaints).