Consumer states that the tie that hooks to rack and pinion keeps coming loose. This is causing the steering wheel to be inoperative. Nlm
1995 Dodge Intrepid suspension complaints
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Vehicle gave no warning that wheel bearing was worn out. It could have caused an accident. Dealer notified.
Had to replace the axel and cv joint . Now I have some problems with allignment and it is making a clicking noise when I go from reverse to drive.
Since purchase in 2000, front suspension problems, dealer only offered boot, not replacement of whole axle. Mechanic said boot would not fix problem. Air conditioner went out in 2001, while traveling, cost $500 to replace plus rental. Ignition switch was replaced in 2002, due to not operating properly. Could not remove key. Cost around $150 to repair. Now, there is a strong smell of gas in the car, while in use. Mpg seems to be lower than should be. This is my 3rd intrepid and the only one I have had excessive problems with.
While driving approximately 55mph would hear a knocking noise from right front wheel. Had taken vehicle to dealership, and mechanic replaced the bearings/ stabilizer bar, and had brakes cleaned. Problem was resolved for awhile, but reappeared.ak
When vehicle went to make a turn in either direction at any speed under normal weather conditions, a 'crunching' noise would come from front right side of vehicle. Dealership replaced tie rods in an attempt to correct this defect, and noise remained. Dealership then lubricated an unknown part of suspension, which did eliminate noise. Please provide any additional information/attachments.
The vehicle has ahd multiple alignment and tie-rod problems. It displays wobbling at very low and interstate speeds. Considering the number of complaints related to the steering rack & pinion and tie rods, I believe that a recall is warranted.
Vehicle is making rattling noises from front end. Consumer received a recall letter a year ago, and dealer kept telling her that they do not have tool to do repairs.
While driving could hear noise coming under vehicle and consumer did think that noise was coming from shock absorber, but a technician said that noise was coming from bushings, and tha tthis vehicle should not be driven on a county road.
While driving vehicle would make clunking noise under hood. Took vehicle to dealership & was informed by the mechanic that problem was transmission. When mechanic drove vehicle, nothing happened. Was informed to drive vehicle until noise appeared & bring it back in. Had driven vehicle out of town when it stalled out suddenly. Afterwards was able to go 10mph. Took vehicle back to dealer and transmission was replaced.*ak at present time, the vehicle makes clunking noise in the front area, especially when the front wheel is turned. Lower control arm or transmission failures are possible causes.
3 months ago it needed both inner and outer tie rod ends replaced. Today we went around a corner and the rack and pinion failed. No steering and almost hit a parked car. Vechile towed to repair shop and I am waiting to get a estimate. Front end problems and steering problems since we bought it. Transmission is starting to go and we have had the air conditioner worked on 3 years in a row. We are going to trade it in asap.
Transmission problem described in recall notice (99v‑215) did occur prior to recall notification, owner is seeking reimbursement.
Transmission failed and was replaced. Water pump has been replaced twice. Sway bar links were replaced at 24,000 miles.
Rear passenger restraint does not retract back into position. Dealer has inspected vehicle.*ak transmission failed three times. Front seering rack failed left front ball joint failed. Drive belt failed at 28000 miles. Water pump failed. Radio failed. Right front struts failed three times. Brake failed three times before 50000 miles. Hydraulic cylinders that hold hood up fell off. Heat/AC duct system fell down.
Suspension; inner tie rod and bushings had to be replaced. Suspension was defective, and vehicle would bounce up and down intermittently.
Consumer was never notified of recall 99v215 of the lower control arm bracket, component failed. Nlm
Clutch failed.
99v215000: lower control arm. Lower control arm attaching brackets can crack due to fatigue and separate from engine cradle.
Vehicle was experiencing the exact same problems as indicated in manufacturer's recall 9424. Manfacturer advised consumer that this vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN. Manufacturer's recall stated that lower control arm attaching brackets could crack due to fatigue, and separate from the engine cradle. Consumer's vehicle lower control arm attaching brackets have already started to crack.
Lower control arm attaching brackets cracked due to fatigue and separated from the engine cradle. Consumer was sent recall notice after repairs. Please provide further information.
Front brake pads and rotors failed causing the brake to pulsated upon braking. Nlm
I purchased this vehicle with the intent on having last through the pay-off. I am very concerned about this happening. At 30,000 mile the air-conditioning system went out completely and had to be replaced. At 50,000 the transmission went out and had to be replaced. A transmission was replaced at a dodge dealer but I was only given 12,000 mile warranty. At 70,000 miles the front-end struts, strut plates, inner tie rods, and other was replace. This front end is still not right as it drifts and has too much play in the steering. Many others with the exact same repairs!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Consumer was in an accident which caused damage to a wheel as well as the frame of the vehicle. Consumer could not have recall repair 99v‑215 of the control arm brakets done because the repair done to the vehicle after the accident was not done correctly, the dealer stated addition repairs would have to be done before the recall work could be completed. Consumer feels the shouldn't stand the cost of additional repaire required by the dealer since they repair the vehicle incorrectly. Nlm
Consumers have been unable to have recall of the fuel rail o-rings and the lower control arm attaching brackets due to lack of parts and no tools. Nlm
Evaporator leaking causing A/C to be ionperative. Nlm
The lower control arm attaching bracket failed prior to recall notice 99v‑215. Nlm
Recall 99v215/engine cradle; tool that is needed to perform recall repairs is not available. Consumer has contacted dealer frequently about the recall. *ak recall 99v215 the lower control arm attaching brackets can crack due to fatigue land separate from the engine cradle.
Consumer had an accident and had to be towed. Consumer brought to dealer a recall letter a week later while car was still being serviced. Dealer said they didn't fix other dealers problems, and that the suspension mechanic was not there. Repairs were finally made after the federal safety agency was contacted. *ak
Dealer refuses to perform recall repair (99v‑215) for the lower control arm brackets. Nlm
Consumer has experienced the same problem as described in recall for the lower control arm. Dealer has not been contacted.
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