1997 Dodge Intrepid visibility problems

Filed Jul 16, 2007 · Visibility · 95,000 miles · UT · crash · 1 injury

Windshield wipers will come on by themselves while the switch is off, it will also turn off while in the middle of driving and stop in the middle of the windshield becoming in-operable & no visibility! I was driving on the freeway at 65 MPH during rush hour, in the pouring rain when they stopped on me! Air conditioner) whenever we start up the car, a mildew smell comes out of the vents. This could be a health hazzard for people with lung problems. (fuel) while the car is parked in our garage we smell fuel & the smell of fuel in the car sometimes while driving. The fuel gauge seems to be defective, one moment it registers it has a 1/3 tank, next moment it says you only have a 1/16 of a tank! This car is cursed and is just an accident waiting to happen!

Filed Sep 1, 2005 · Visibility · MO

Dt: 1997 dodge intrepid. The consumer states the sunroof flew off on the highway. This happened while going between 65-70 MPH. The consumer was trying too close it when this happened. This was not the type of sunroof that came off at any time. The consumer noticed a lot of air noise from the inside of the vehicle. The consumer was not aware of any accidents or injuries. This happened on september 1, 2005. The vehicle has not been taken to the dealership.

Filed Oct 28, 2004 · Lights, Visibility · 72,864 miles · CA

Windshield wipers worked intermittently. The multi function switch was replaced after being serviced on numerous occasions.

Filed Jun 30, 2003 · Visibility · NJ

While vehicle was parked, but still idling, rear windshield exploded. The back seat was occupied at the time of the incident.

Filed Jun 14, 2003 · Visibility · 30,000 miles · NY

Above 45 MPH, my 1997 dodge intrepid w/s wipers lift off the glass creating a dangerous situation while driving in the rain on highways at or above 55 MPH zones.

Filed Feb 2, 2003 · Visibility · WV · fire

Rear window defroster caused rear seat to catch fire.

Filed Aug 3, 2001 · Airbags, Visibility · VA

Airbag light comes on sometimes. When it comes on windows will not roll down and A/C does not work. Consumer feels someone could easily sufficate. Consumer has to stop at every light to open door to get air. Also,engine check light was coming on.

Filed Jul 20, 2001 · Visibility · VA

Windshield wipers are very erratic. Fail to operate at times, stop in midstroke, almost impossible to get to operate in intermitent mode. Dealer replaced switch # 4760437 and relay # 1671168 on 6/29/99. The problem has returned. Manufacturer claims no problems. Dealer claims no problems. Yet, I've had it two times.

Filed Jun 9, 2001 · Visibility · CO

Windshield wipers could not be turned off. Dealer replaced switch and motor at cost of $800 before problem was fixed.

Filed Mar 16, 2001 · Visibility · MN · fire

Rear window defroster caused a fire, moldings and back seat were burned. *ak smoke and flames were noticed 10 minutes after starting the vehicle.