Dt:the contact stated the engine stalled while driving at highway speeds. The vehicle must stop before it will restart. No indicators light came on either before or after the vehicle stalled. There are several recalls and all have been repaired in a timely manner. The dealership states a new computer system needs to be installed in the vehicle, but they can not guarantee this will repair the vehicle. *ak updated 12/7/2005.
1997 Dodge Intrepid: engine stalls while driving
12 of the 342 complaints about the 1997 Dodge Intrepid describe engine stalls while driving.
- owner complaints
- 12
- of this car's complaints
- 4%
- typical mileage
- 73,000
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 12 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below
Engine stalls while driving by model year
What owners say
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.
When driving over 30 MPH vehicle stalled. Consumer managed to restart the vehicle on two occasion, but had the vehicle towed the third time. The dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
Without warning vehicle stalled while driving.
This vehicle has had recall repair... Recall no. #98v189000 fuel system gas line: the vehicle was leaking fuel onto the ground and there was a strong odor of gas inside the vehicle. The problem has been repaired, but now the vehicle continues to stall while driving at any speed. The vehicle has stalled at least 8 times since the recall repair. The manufacturer is aware of the problem.
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 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.
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.
Vehicle continually stalling, seven repair attempts however continues to stall. Mjs
In cold weather the vehicle starts and constantly stalls without warning cause unknown. *ak the vehicle failed to start several times. The dealer tried to fix the problem but the problem reoccured. Transmission fluid and power steering fluid leaks. The consumer believes the vehicle was lemon.
While driving at 40 MPH vehicle is stalling, and driver can hear some rubbing noise. Vehicle will cut off while driving. Also, consumer is having problems with the tie rods.
Service bulletins that may apply
- Valve Body
- Subject regarding low or no cabin head, engine cooling system system fill procedure. tt
- Some vehicles may exhibit engine overheating and / or coolant bottle failures after service has been...
- Subject regarding misdiagnosed leak detection pump systems with diagnostic trouble codes P1494, P0442...
- Customers may complain that the engine oil level indicator (dip stick) handle may be broken or cracked. tt
- Subject regarding i/m ( inspection maintenance ) testing - OBD II "carb" readiness monitor information. yc
- Symptoms with engine oil level indicator tube. yc
- Concerns with rusty engine oil level indiacator tube. nlm
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 1997 Dodge Intrepid stalling
Is engine stalls while driving a common problem on the 1997 Dodge Intrepid?
12 of 342 owner complaints about the 1997 Dodge Intrepid (4%) mention engine stalls while driving. The model year with the most reports is 2000.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1997 Dodge Intrepid?
There are 0 recalls and 12 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1997 Dodge Intrepid
Ball joint 29Fuel leak 25Fuel smell 24Fire or smoke 20Headlights 14Wipers 11Harsh shifting 8No deployment 7Check engine light 7Power steering loss 7Overheating 6Airbag light 5Engine failure 5Transmission failure 5
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