2000 Dodge Intrepid: loss of power steering

Filed May 9, 2009 · Steering · 140,364 miles · FL

Backing out of a parking space in 2000 dodge intrepid es with 140k miles, there was a loud pop and had complete loss of steering in the front left wheel. The bolt that secures the tie rod to the rack and pinion had completely pulled out of the rack and pinion. If this had occurred while driving, it would have resulted in a major accident. Rack and pinion needs to be replaced to fix the problem. I did not have the part replaced, so I still have the old part. I have parked the car and refuse to drive it.

Filed Mar 30, 2009 · Engine · TX

2000 dodge intrepid engine failure while driving. Loss of power steering and brakes. The engine started knocking and quit running. Cost to replace the engine is $2200.00 for used engine which does not include labor. Automobile is parked at home. This vehicle was also taken to dealer who also stated cost for new engine and labor would be $5000.00.

Filed Mar 30, 2006 · Engine · 105,000 miles · OH

2000 dodge intrepid with 2.7 l engine without warning or prior problem blew up while wife driving on freeway. Lost steering due to anti-freeze on belt. She was able to get off roadway without losing control. This engine has thousands of complaints about blown engines due to sludge buildup/water pump/design problems. My vehicle was properly maintained and engine replacement will cost $5000. Chrysler should be held accountable. Us govt. Should step up and enforce recall of defective 2.7l dohc engines!

Filed Nov 30, 2005 · Engine · 64,000 miles · WA

Dt: the contact stated the timing chain tensioner was replaced three times. It was replaced 500 miles ago, and is currently working correctly. *ak updated 12/27/2005 - each time it failed it caused the engine to seize and result in loss of power steering and power brakes. The timing chain has been replaced at 64306 miles, 72687 miles and 80982 miles.

Filed Nov 6, 2005 · Engine · 49,657 miles · KY · crash

Approximately 15 months after purchasing our used intrepid, the engine locked up. Up to that point it was almost perfect, other than the crazy noise that came from the window mechanism. While driving to work about 4am the car just quit. I lost power steering and brakes when it went. I was able to avoid the other vehicles on the road and made it to the side of the road and hit a road sign, which damaged the hood of my car. I went to get an opinion and an estimate, I was told this was a common thing happening with the 2.7l engines in the intrepid and I needed a new engine! $5,500.00, not my idea of possible. It is still sitting in my driveway an eyesore and a financial burden. I maintain the payments and the insurance on the car although I can't drive it, and like most of the other people affected by this mess, I had to get another vehicle to replace it. I personally, am ready for a fight.

Filed Oct 10, 2005 · Steering · 80,000 miles · GA

After driving approximately 12 miles to work the car was pulled into a parking space and while straightening the wheels a loud pop was heard and the car had no steering. The inspection revealed that (2) two 1/2 inch threaded bolts (that bolt the tie rods to the steering rack had sheared off. One of the tie rod bushings was gone and the area the bushing was in was extremely worn, requiring replacement. The rack and pinion was replaced on this vehicle at 20,000 miles under warranty. The car was repaired by removing the rack, backing out the old bolt ends and installing new bolts. The one tie rod was replaced. I contacted chrysler corporation customer service and they offered no help on the repair. The district rep was ask to help and he denied any help. (he did not even look at the damage. I was told that he would not over rule detriot).

Filed Sep 21, 2004 · Steering · 45,000 miles · NV

While driving 40 MPH, the rack gears stripped off without warning. As a result the vehicle lost steering. No impact reported. *ak *tc

Filed Aug 7, 2003 · Steering · 51,000 miles · IL

Consumer stated while driving on the highway, the steering became more difficult while being driven. Before total loss of steering, there was a loud squealing noise that came from the engine compartment.

Filed Mar 14, 2003 · Steering · 42,000 miles · AL · crash · 1 injury

Loss of steering control. Vehicle veered right and would not respond.

Filed Jun 15, 2000 · Electrical · MD

Due to a defective fuse box, vehicle stalled unexpectedly which could have caused a crash. There was no steering/was not able to restart the vehicle, and it was without any warning. Dealer replaced the fuse. *ak