Transmission failure for 1998 dodge intrepid es at 103,000 miles. Rebuilt one put in and lasted 30,000 miles. Put in rebuilt engine again at 130,000 miles. Engine starting to act up again only after 5 months of driving. Temperature control not working properly and engine starting to act up again. All this in less than three years. Seems to be a major defect in transmissions.
1998 Dodge Intrepid transmission problems
35 complaints (9% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 79,000. 5 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 35
- of this car's complaints
- 9%
- typical mileage
- 79,000
- crashes
- 5
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Automatic transmission22
- Automatic transmission: park/neutral start interlock switch3
- Automatic transmission: lever and linkage: floor shift3
- Manual transmission1
- Axle assembly1
- Automatic transmission: lever and linkage: column shift1
- Automatic transmission: gear position indication (PRNDL)1
- Automatic transmission: control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Dodge Intrepid transmission problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1998 Dodge Intrepid transmission
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Power train: automatic transmission: lever and linkage: floor shift
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles, the floor shifter ignition-park interlock may fail and allow the shifter to be moved out of the park position with the key removed. An inoperative interlock may also allow the key to be removed when the shifter has not been placed in the park position.
- Risk
- Either circumstance may result in the vehicle rolling away without warning.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a new load-limiting push rod into the floor shifter lever of the affected vehicles. Owner notification began on june 14, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 04V021000 · Recall details
Related investigations
Auto trans ignition-park interlock
The manufacturer reports above are based on daimlerchrysler?s (dc) analysis of model year (my) 1998 (population = 356,384) and 1999 (population = 486,948) ja, jx and lh family subject vehicle data (earlier mys excluded).the population number includes all mys.the precise number of duplicates between odi and dc reports cannot be determined due to missing or incomplete information.the fatality incident involved an elderly person who attempted to stop a roll away vehicle and received fatal injuries.odi also gathered information on my 1997-99 prowler vehicles in this investigation. The prowler vehicles were manufactured with a different design shifter mechanism (the shift lever is shorter).there are no complaints of prowler interlock failure in odi?s database, and dc has received no reports either.the prowler is excluded from the recall scope.the investigation involved a condition where the interlock system could fail (or be made inoperative by the operator) during vehicle use, possibly inadvertently.the interlock system is required under fmvss 114.with the transmission in the park position and the ignition key off, the combined action of pressing the shift button and pulling the shift lever rearward may result in the operator overcoming the interlock system and cause the mechanical linkage of the system to disconnect.when this occurs, there is no overt indication to an operator that the system is defeated, and an increased risk of vehicle roll-away exists.under recall 04v021, dc will replace damaged shift mechanisms, and will install on all vehicles a device which inhibits the operator?s ability to overcome the interlock and defeat the system.beginning with my 2000, dc incorporated a brake and transmission shifter interlock (btsi) system into the subject vehicles.introduction of btsi involved design changes to the shift mechanism, one of which resulted in reduced mechanical advantage (rma) of the shift button.the rma shifter requires increased forces to overcome the interlock system, making the shifter less susceptible to damage.
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What 1998 Dodge Intrepid owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Dt*: the contact stated the brake pedal was depressed while traveling at 50 MPH and it went completely floor. The brake returned by a spring, but there was only around 2% of braking power. The automatic transmission was down shifted, but the transmission failed to move from the drive position, although the lever indicated an auto stick position. The accelerator pedal was released and the vehicle eventually slowed to a stop on its own. The vehicle was driven slowly to a brake repair shop where it was determined the brake line was corroded and ruptured. The brake line was replaced. The vehicle has not been inspected concerning the transmission problem. The manufacturer has not been alerted. The vehicle is being used in a salt belt state and there have been other corrosion issues, such as the master cylinder and brake rotors. Updated 07/05/06.
Since buying the vehicle in 1998, I have experienced issue with: electrical interior and exterior lights going on and off while driving (dealer has not been able to locate problem) rack and pinion had to replace at 36,000 miles I have to replace the brakes every year, they constantly are making a grinding noise. Have had to replace power window mechanism on driver side when first bought vehicle, now the automatic power down on drive side is not working as well as not being able to use power unlock and lock for rear driver passenger door. Automatic transmission leak from hose, have had to replace hose.
I bought this car on 3/2002. Since I bought it I have replaced the starter three times; had a full front end replacement; new engine put in; new transmission; studs broke from the front tire and while the tire was rolling down the road my card was skidding down the road with my 2 month old granddaughter in the car. Now the electronic system is completely screwed up and the car is not even running. I have all my paperwork where the repairs were done. I believe that chrysler needs to replace this vehicle "no questions asked" because we have spent over $6,000 fixing this piece of junk.
Safety recall regarding the transaxle floor shifter ignition park interlock on the 1998 dodge intrepid.*mr the vhicle would not start. The dealer replaced the timing cover, vc cover, main timing chain, tensioner and guides.
Dt: caller got recall letter on trans axle floor shifter ignition/park interlock system #c45. Caller took it to dealer, dealer said they did the recall work, but the caller said it was not fixed. She said she coudn't shift it without a key and she could take the key out while it is in gear. Manufacturer said the work was done, and the problem was something else . They offered no help. Caller said problem is listed on the recall letter but they will not fix it. Caller said one time she forgot to put it in park and took the key out and the car rolled away. She was able to stop the car.
1998 dodge intrepid transmission failed at 58000 miles.*mr
1998, dodge, intrepid was parked in front of house. Ignition off, key out, in park. Car rolled away due to failure of the floor shift parking interlock, struck house down the street. Car was totaled. Notified by mail of recall for this problem after the accident. Contacted daimler chrysler who will not repair or replace car.
Driving down interstate 65 MPH 1998 dodge intrepid blewup so hard it even broke the starter off the transmission bell hausing. This was a nice clean taken care of car but the moters are junk and chrysler said tuff '!@#$% we dont care . Chrysler should have to fix every one of these were all bad.
A knocking noise was heard coming from the front. The vehicle started running roughly. The driver noticed that the transmission light flashed on the dashboard then off. The driver was able to pull over. The vehicle stalled, the driver tried to restart,but was unable to do so. The driver had the vehicle towed to the dealer. The mechanic informed the driver that the transmission needed to be replaced.
Questions about the 1998 Dodge Intrepid transmission
Does the 1998 Dodge Intrepid have transmission problems?
Owners have filed 35 complaints about the transmission of the 1998 Dodge Intrepid, 9% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1998 Dodge Intrepid transmission problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 79,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 1998 Dodge Intrepid transmission?
Yes, 1 recall: 04V021000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Dodge Intrepid have bad transmission?
The Dodge Intrepid model years with the most transmission complaints are 1994 (159 complaints), 1995 (142 complaints) and 1999 (95 complaints).
Other 1998 Dodge Intrepid problems
Engine 198Brakes 40Electrical 33Steering 29Visibility 28Airbags 22Acceleration 14Suspension 10Body 9Lights 9Seats 8Fuel system 5Wheels 4Seat belts 3Locks 2Tires 1
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