Tl* the contact owns a 1999 dodge intrepid. When the ignition was turned off and the key was removed, the gear shifter moved out of the park position on its own. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 04v021000 (power train). The manufacturer was notified. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 160,000.
1999 Dodge Intrepid transmission problems
95 complaints (10% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 69,000. 8 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 95
- of this car's complaints
- 10%
- typical mileage
- 69,000
- crashes
- 8
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Automatic transmission67
- Automatic transmission: lever and linkage: floor shift4
- Automatic transmission: gear position indication (PRNDL)3
- Automatic transmission: cooling unit and lines3
- Automatic transmission: control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)3
- Manual transmission2
- Axle assembly2
- Automatic transmission: torque converter2
At what mileage
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Dodge Intrepid transmission problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1999 Dodge Intrepid transmission
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Jerking 22Transmission failure 20Won't shift 15Harsh shifting 14Hesitation 11Slipping 6
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 1999 Dodge Intrepid owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
1999 dodge intrepid 2.7 liter 4 door 200,000 miles clean car would not shift into it's parking gear after a short trip. After several attempts I was able to shift the car into park. The next morning the car would not shift out of park. I tried with considerable force and the shift cable broke..I removed the center console and repaired the shift cable arm which had bent and twisted in a forward direction allowing the cable to fall off. I was able to reshape the damaged arm and re attach the cable..the car still would not shift. The engine was running so I know it is not a shift cable inter-lock problem...I have know idea as to what created the problem. I have had regular oil changes and inspection made to the transmission, there was not any slippage..the parking paw would not engage and then not release...I allowed the car to warn to a normal operating temperature..I then tried to shift the car from park and it did without any resistance. I still need to have the shift cable adjusted, the car is operating in park/reverse/neutral and drive only... I am worried that this condition could happen again...have you any further reports of this occurrence?
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 dodge intrepid. The contact noticed smoke coming from the exhaust. The dealer rebuilt the transmission and replaced the air conditioner pump. The failure mileage was 89,000 and current mileage was 104,000.
Dt*: the contact stated there was a recall, #04v021000, for the floor shift. The repair work had been performed prior to the recall. The manufacturer reimbursed the cost of the part, but will not reimburse the labor expense. The contact originally took the vehicle to the dealership, but the dealership referred the contact to an independent repair shop.
Several problems with my 1999 2.7 liter intrepid. First, problems with transmission shifting hard. Sent to dealer and diagnostics came back 'within parameters'. Told it must be how we drive it. Since then, transmission would not shift between 2/3 gears. Left me stranded out of town. Had to replace the control module twice ($35.00 part). Keep a spare in the glove box just in case. Second problem, a clunking sound and ticking noise when turning steering wheel in either direction. Took to an independent repair shop, they wouldn't touch it. Have not had this problem corrected or seen by dealer. However, I have seen many tsb's on your website concerning this issue. Third, engine starting making a banging sound at about 126k. Had to have the engine replaced (bought a remanufactured engine) at a cost of $5000.00, was told something in the bottom end went. Couldn't afford to buy new car and have car payment. Only had 6 more payments to go. Was also told that this was common with these engines. Why is this engine still on the market if it has soooo many problems?
The car has had A/C problems. Electrical problems. Window problems. Transmission problems. And the 2.7 motor has been out of service since 2003! I need help. I still owe $8000.00 plus on this thing and I have not been able to use it since the fall of 2003. Thank you.
First one of the fans went then a few months later the other went. From about 60,000 miles, I have blew blue smoke coming out of the tailpipe had seals replaced but did no good. Still smoking. Transmission went out completly. The the 1st fan is going out again. (hint) the plastic fans are junk!! The 2.7 liter is not enough for the intrepid body I'm told . I'm planning on trading before we are stuck with another 2,000 repair bill on a vehicle kbbv at 2700.
Dt: the timing chain was getting ready to snap. Took vehicle to the dealer because the engine was knocking and making a funny noise. Dealer stated that if consumer had to drive much further it would snap while driving it. There was oil sludge built up in the engine. This happened on march 15, 2005.
Dt: the consumer stated the vehicle is making a loud ticking noise that was coming from the engine. The consumer was afraid to drive the vehicle because of the safety hazard of the vehicle stalling in traffic. Transmission was replaced on april 29, 2005. The brake pads were replaced at least once a month for approximately a year and a half. Vehicle has not been to a mechanic or a service dealer. Contact did not have the address of the dealer where the vehicle was purchased.
I just had the check engine light on my car fixed, oil leak and transmission leak fixed, and the windows fixed because they were off track. My air conditioning unit is broke and I hate that because I have a newborn baby and its hot! I had to get a new transmission at 95,000 miles. I was unhappy about that. I hate my 1999 dodge intrepid.
Questions about the 1999 Dodge Intrepid transmission
Does the 1999 Dodge Intrepid have transmission problems?
Owners have filed 95 complaints about the transmission of the 1999 Dodge Intrepid, 10% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1999 Dodge Intrepid transmission problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 69,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 1999 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 1999 Dodge Intrepid problems
Engine 702Steering 59Electrical 56Visibility 49Brakes 30Acceleration 29Airbags 22Suspension 20Lights 17Seat belts 16Body 15Seats 14Fuel system 10Tires 7Locks 6Wheels 2Driver assistance 1
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