Without warning vehicle stalled while driving.
1997 Dodge Intrepid engine complaints
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Dodge intrepid '97 with v6 3.5 l engine - failed water pump requiring complete replacement for third time since purchased new. 1st - 42000 mi / 2nd - 55000 mi / 3rd - 64000 mi. Pump is internal driven by timing belt and so difficult and expensive to repair. Always used manufacturer recommended coolant.
Vehicle over-heated took to my mechanic. Flushed system, changed thermostat and checked water pump. Vehicle still overheats mechanic then advised me of head gasket problems.
While traveling on the highway and without prior warning vehicle is leaking oil from underneath the vehicle.
Engine light came on repeatedly and engine caught fire. The fire had come from the rear hood area. The dealer stated that the fire started from the #5 fuel injector/wiring harness/fuel rail. The vehicle also lost braking power and revved during the incident. There was an oil leak prior to the incident where the rocker arm cover was replaced, the power steering was noisy, leaked, and was replaced, and the bleeder screw was broken and the thermostat housing was replaced. *scc
I think this should have been a recall .motor could have fell out of car.
Left bank sensor has gone out.consumer noticed that engine check light was coming on. Dealership told consumer about sensor, consumer has had sensor replaced once before.
Other 1997 intrepids had recalls on this part #04663601ab, but my particular vehicle does not have a recall yet the same part on my vehicle has also cracked & broken off. No safety defect mentioned.
When starting the ignition or driving the vehicle, it idles very high. Which makes it hard to stop the vehicle. The idling becomes erratic at times. Please provide any further information. Nlm
While driving, steering locked. Could not turn wheel left or right. Took to mechanic to change rack and pinion. Dealer contacted. *ak a worn belt was replaced but did not remedy stalling problem, now radiator leaks. Consumer states that when replacing the air filter, the plastic case that holds the screws instantly breaks. Dealer stated vehicle had a recent front end alignment, however the tires wore in 8000-10000 miles.
Engine check light kept coming on, although automobile was being taken to the shop. But after taking it to the shop, she was told that cylinder was misfiring. Then, was told after engine light came back on again, and cylinder was burned out.
Engine needs new valves/cylinder heads.
Vehicle had a serious oil leak. Dealership wasaware of problem.
While driving about 40mph engine shut down for no apparent reason. Had vehicle towed to dealership, and mechanic indicated to owner that push rod inside engine broke. Engine was repairable.
Owner noticed an odor, and upon visual inspection anti freeze on engine. *ak the caue was found to be head gasket failure.
Valve cover gasket leaks oil onto engine compartment which may cause a fire. Dealer had to replace valve cover gasket 3 times. Please provide further information.
Was driving vehicle when it started to lose power for no reason. It failed to go over 30mph. Took it to a private mechanic & was informed a drum broke off in transmission. Part holding drum had sheared off. Transmission needed complete overhaul. Also, had rear tie rods replaced/thermostat was replaced twice for overheating, and 02 sensors replaced twice due to engine check light coming on.
After replacing 2 water pumps, the coolant bottle is leaking. I have to pay for the repair. *nlm **dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut-over to artemis*734294
After replacing 2 water pumps, the coolant bottle is leaking, I have to pay for the repair
Vehicle experienced the following problems: tie rod end replaced, brakes pulled to left, transmission and shocks replaced three occassions, windows won't stay up, steering wheel crooked, reservoir cap replaced twice, brake rotors out of round, rack and pinion replaced twice, fuel gauge replaced, driver window fixed 3 times, tires replaced 3 times in 4 years, child safety seat belt won't adjust and needs replacement. *ak
Water pump locked up, causing timing belt to break, causing instant engine fairure. This left me in the middle of a very busy highway at risk of collision. The police had to block the lane I was in until a tow truck could remove the car. It is my understanding the water pump p/n has been superceded because of high failure rates.
Rust on oil level dipstick. Handle broken off oil level dipstick due to heat. Metallic scraping noise from left from of vehicle. Clunking from left front when wheels turned to right and driving in reverse. Steering column moves up and down contacting the dash over bumps. Car taken to dealer for all issues except dipstick tube. None of the problems were corrected. Charged $300 for sway bar end links and power steering pump. New power steering pump still noisy after driving 500 miles as directed by dealer.
R/r fuel pump module to repair low pressure condition. Nlm
The problem with the coolant system is related to the water pump, specifically the o ring seal. My vehicle has overheated on 5 different occasions. Each time, I pulled to the side of the road as soon as I noticed the temp needle in the red or the idiot light illuminating. Once cooled down, I refilled the coolant resevoir and went along my way. Each time, I verified operation of the thermostat and the condition of the hoses. It's finally been narrowed to a bad o ring seal. I am very concerned about latent heat damage internal to the engine. The window seal problem is very irritating. The wind noise at speeds above 50 MPH is obnoxious. I've had it checked, but nothing was ever done under the warranty (to my knowledge). The window lock problem was due to a dislocated spring lock. I repaired it myself by repositioning the spring and reinstalling the assembly. Finally, the weather seal problem is worrisome to say the least. There is a musty smell indiciative of a water leak within the vehicle. I have not found it yet and I am very concerned about mold/mildew/rust damage to the entry and pooling sites. Please advise me as to any recalls/service bulletins that apply to these problems. Thanks.
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While traveling 35mph belt tensioner fell out of the engine. Vehicle stopped running. Was towed to mechanic. Informed consumer the bolts holding tensioner to engine had fallen out. This caused the tensioner to fall off. Would need to replace the 2 bolts.
Engine lifters needed to be repaired. Would make loud ticking noise when it's suppose to go up & down. Took to dealer & informed by mechanic no noise was heard, but would repair the lifters. Owner picked vehicle up & it started leaking fuel in middle of road & made puffing sounds & finally stalled out. Towed vehicle back to dealer. The brakes were replaced after being hard to apply. Have squeaking noise in back of vehicle. The ticking noise came back.
The vehicle had a recall done for the fuel systems leakage. (#98v184000) the motor had ran hot. Vehicle had worked fine prior to the repairs. Will be taking vehicle back to dealer.
Coming to complete stop vehicle will stall unexpectaedly, causing a safety hazard. Dealer has replaced timing belt, but defect still occurs. Dealer has vehicle for 5 weeks, and cannot determine cause of defect.
When coming to complete stop or driving speeds less than 20 MPH vehicle will stall without warning, causing safety hazard. Timing belt has been replaced, but defect is still occurring. Dealer cannot determine defect, and has had vehicle for over 5 months.
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