My 1997 dodge intrepid has had steering problems starting with power steering assist leakage, resulting in two replacements. But now the steering rack has fallen apart resulting in loss of steering control of the car. Luckily it happened at low speed because it could have been fatal at highway speeds. I know this car has significant defects which chrysler refuses to accept. I will not repair until chrysler has the opportunity to make the repair.
1997 Dodge Intrepid: loss of power steering
7 of the 342 complaints about the 1997 Dodge Intrepid describe loss of power steering.
- owner complaints
- 7
- of this car's complaints
- 2%
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 7 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below
Loss of power steering by model year
What owners say
My 1997 intrepid's (dodge) engine died suddenly while driving on the long island expressway a few weeks ago. The steering became difficult and t he braking much reduced as a result. Dangerous situation. Dodge doesnt take any blame even though they did major engine work about 2 months prior (head gasket replaced due to oil light intermittently coming on.
Booster pump on brake shaft breaks off, causing loss of power steering and brake failure. Please give any further details.
Booster pump on brake shaft broke off, causing loss of power steering and 80% of brakes. Please give any further details.
Bolts that hold inner tie rod to wheelbroked ,causing loss of steering. Rack and pinion were replaced 18 months prior to this incident.*ak
Inner tie rod bolts that hold rack and pinion broke, causing a loss of steering. Dealer has been contacted.
Have had repeated problems with this car since purchase 2 years ago. Water pump has been replaced at least 3 times. Check engine light keeps coming on, unable to determine cause. Rough idling since water pump #2 - unable to determine cause. Power steering failure. Numerous minor problems with interior/exterior that do not seem to stay fixed for any length of time. (we consider this car a lemon!!!!)
Service bulletins that may apply
- Some owners may experience loose feel or clunk in the steering wheel as the wheel is moved from side to side
- Some vehicles may experience loose feel or clunk in the steering wheel as the wheel is moved from side to side
- Advance service information for loose steering
- Experiencing loose feel or clunk in the steering wheel as the wheel is moved from side to side
- A condition may exist where a loose feel or clunk in the steering wheel as the wheel is moved from side to...
- Information when servicing the inner tie rod end to steering gear attachments
- Information on steering gear mounting bushing service
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 1997 Dodge Intrepid power steering loss
Is loss of power steering a common problem on the 1997 Dodge Intrepid?
7 of 342 owner complaints about the 1997 Dodge Intrepid (2%) mention loss of power steering. The model year with the most reports is 1996.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1997 Dodge Intrepid?
There are 0 recalls and 7 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 14Stalling 12Wipers 11Harsh shifting 8No deployment 7Check engine light 7Overheating 6Airbag light 5Engine failure 5Transmission failure 5
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