Tl*the contact owns a 2001 dodge intrepid. The driver stated that she was at a traffic light attempting to make a turn when the vehicle made a clicking noise. The driver shifted the gear in park, then drive but the vehicle shut off completely. The vehicle has not restarted since the failure occurred. Smoke was visible on both sides of the hood. The failure mileage was 114,000.
2001 Dodge Intrepid engine complaints
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My car stalled out. Took it to a repair shop. The diagnosing mechanic said there was a failure of the water pump which allowed antifreeze to become mixed in with the motor oil which caused this to destroy my entire engine.
I was just driving my 2001 dodge intrepid to work on the highway. No indication what so ever of engine problems. Cold air started to run through the heater vents inside the car, then I had no acceleration. I looked in the rearview mirror and saw white grayish coming out the rear and front of car. I pulled over immediately, but it was too late. I had the car towed to my mechanic and he told me the engine had blown and failed a compression test. I never had a problem with this engine before and always changed the appropriate fluids. I bought a used car and my intrepid is still sitting broken in my driveway.
I was driving my 2001 dodge intrepid se and with no warning the heat went out and the car began to smoke and cut off and I had to coast over to the side of the road on a dark road and wait till the engine cooled down. It took about fifteen minutes before the car started again. I just purchased this car in july and it died on me in november. The engine is a 2.7 and is known for these issues. I took the car to a mechanic and they told me that the antifreeze is mixing with the oil,the headgasket is gone and he gives it a month before the motor goes. I googled the 2.7 and read similar stories.
Engine shut down.....the oil light came on, followed by loud noise in engine.....got off to the side of the road....shut off and "died" on the spot !! Luckily it was late at night with no other cars on the road !! Had the car towed, looked at by a mechanic..who found the engine coated with oil sludge on the inside. Needs a new engine .
I bought this car from my brother-in-law about 5 months ago. I changed the oil less then 3,000 miles ago. I began noticing some weird engine noise over the last week. The sound got alot worse today on a 30 mile trip to pick up my 3 year old daughter from her grandma's house. The car began making a loud banging or knocking sound when you let off of the gas while driving. The car then just died while driving down the road. Luckily, I was able to pull the car over without any problems, but who knows what would have happened if I was driving on the highway. I had the car towed to my house. I tried to start it at home and it would turn over and start, but it sounds like the engine has rocks or something in it and only idles for a second or two before dieing again. I hope that this problem has some way of getting fixed and that the ways you described really do help. I am now left with only one car to share with my wife and try to find a way to get to my full time job and my classes (I am also attending classes 4 days a week). I have always heard about the problems with the 2.7 liter engine, but I thought they were just horror stories that were always told as "I know this guy who had problems with that engine" or "those engines are junk, and its only a matter of time before mine will blow". I really didn't expect this to happen because not even 3000 miles earlier I changed the oil and it was clean. I also drove the car up north which was a 3hr drive each way. No problems and the bang, knock, crunch its all over.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 dodge intrepid. The contact stated that intermittently while driving 30 MPH, the vehicle will stalled without any prior warnings. This condition increases the risk for vehicle crash. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection. The technician speculated that cam shaft or crank shaft sensor was the cause of the failure. No repairs were made. The failure mileage was 87,575. The current mileage was 87,634.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chrysler intrepid with a 2.7 liter engine. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH the engine backfired without any prior warnings. As a consequence, the risk of a vehicle crash and a fire were increased. The vehicle was towed his place of residence for inspection and a mechanic concluded that the engine was a manufacturers defect. The vehicle identification number was unavailable. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage and current mileages were 60,000.
My car initially started overheated got that fixed which was the water pump then the engine blown and I kept regular maintanance on this vehicle got the head gasket fixed then 3 days later the bottom blew and the timing chain tensor.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chrysler intrepid. While driving 70 MPH, the engine began to knock loudly. The contact had the vehicle towed to a mechanic and was informed that the engine failed. The engine had never been serviced prior to the failure and there were no warning lights illuminated. The engine oil and fluids were checked and replaced three weeks prior to the failure. The dealer and manufacturer have not been notified. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 80,000.
While I was on my way to work my car started running really bad like I was going to stop. There was smoke coming from tail pipe. This had been going on for a while. I drove a little further the engine just died.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 dodge intrepid. The contact stated that the check engine warning light constantly illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for an oil change and they discovered several oil leaks. The necessary repairs were performed and several seals and other components were replaced at the cost of $1,000. The contact paid for the repairs; however, the check engine oil light continued to flicker on and off on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, but they could not duplicate the failure. On a separate occasion, the contact heard a loud banging noise while driving less than 65 MPH, followed by the vehicle stalling. An independent mechanic stated that the rod inside of the engine failed. It could not be determined how the failure occurred. The contact paid $5,900 to repair the failure. The failure and current mileages were less than 85,000.
On june 4, 2009 I paid my 2001 dodge intrepid off. On june 20, 2009 while traveling on the interstate I heard my car making a knocking sound. As I pulled over to get off on the exit the car died and I almost lost control of the vehicle as I came off the exit. I had to put the car in park to get it to stop. This is scary being that my young children were in the vehicle with me. On yesterday the mechanic has advised me the engine is gone. I've had the oil sending unit replaced, the timing, the cam and crankshaft sensor, the water pump, the serpentine belt, not to mention the $600 just spent about 2 weeks ago to have the AC fixed. When the oil light first began to flicker the mechanic advised me that this would be the outcome. Something needs to be done about this!
Our 2001 dodge intrepid seized up on us while driving on sunday. It was fine, then it wasn't, we did everything to maintain the vehicle, oil changes and repairs when needed.
I was driving down the street when the engine stopped working. My brakes went out on me and I ended up in the middle of someone's yard, much better then the back end of the car in front of me, but still very scary. I was able to restart the car and get onto the side street before it died for the last time.
2001 dodge intrepid 2.7 v6 had oil light flicker on and off at stop signs. Checked oil, it was fine. Took in for an oil change. I did oil changes regularly as suggested by dodge. Car started making knocking noise. Took car to mechanic. He ran compression tests and said timing chain was bad and valves were bent. It needs a new engine.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chrysler intrepid. The contact purchased the vehicle in february of 2008. Three days later, the shifter cable failed without warning. The dealer replaced the component. In approximately april of 2008, the ignition switch failed and was also covered by the dealer. In addition, the driver's side window would not roll back up properly. A month ago, the vehicle shut off and was taken to the dealer. The contact was informed that the vehicle's computer system had completely failed. The computer system was replaced at the contact's expense. The connector rod in the engine snapped, which caused the engine to fail. Currently, the vehicle is inoperable. The contact feels that the failures were due to manufacturer defects. The failure mileage was 98,000. Updated 07/01/09 *bf the PCM was replaced. Updated 07/02/09.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 dodge intrepid. While at a red light, the engine failed. The vehicle was very difficult to restart. The dealer stated that there were three faulty coils and three faulty spark plugs. The contact believes the valve train is faulty. The check engine light was illuminated on the instrument panel and bluish-gray smoke appeared from the tail pipe, which was an indication of engine failure. In addition, the fuel consumption increased. The current and failure mileages were 88,600.
2001 dodge intrepid se - 2.7l, lost power on the way to work. Oil light began flickering (had scheduled oil change couple of days before) and coasted off the roadway. Had car towed in to the local repair shop. Diagnosed "catastrophic internal engine failure." motor needed to be replaced. All past repair work had been completed by the local dodge dealer. They have replaced two of the main brains in the car (@ 40k & 55k - both cost $850 ea.), oil pan gaskets (@ 35k, 45k, & 60k), generator (@ 60k), radiator (@ 65k), transmission radiator (@ 65k), rebuilt transmission (@ 98k), and now the motor has been replaced with a jasper rebuild.
#2 cylinder, right side, rod bearing failure. Piston hitting head.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 dodge intrepid. While driving 60 MPH, the contact heard a popping noise in the engine. The vehicle lost complete power and had to be placed into neutral as it coasted to the side of the road. The vehicle was unable to be controlled. The engine failure occurred without warning. The vehicle was towed to a mechanic and then to the dealer, who stated that a piston rod blew a hole in the engine block. The repair would cost $5,750. The manufacturer stated that they would pay $1,000 towards the repair cost. The contact stated that she does not have the money for the repairs. The failure mileage was 73,000. Updated 04/16/09.
I purchased this car in april of 2002 from a dodge dealer. It was a program car and had about 16,000 miles on it. The car was never run hard while I drove it and oil was changed approximately every 5,000 miles. This car was great and ran like a top for 2 1/2 years. In that time, the only corrective maintenance required on the car was minor brake work in september 2004. October 8, 2004: noticed a slight knocking from engine, so I decided to take it to jiffy lube for an oil change. They told me there was some oil deposit build-up and they would flush the engine before replacing the oil. Car still knocked after the oil change, so I called a local dodge dealership in danville in to inquire about service. I was told to bring the car in on the following monday (oct. 11) for tests. I did not drive the car that weekend. Monday morning, I started the car, and it sounded awful, belching smoke. I was unable to move the car out of the driveway, so I called a wrecker service and had the car towed to the dealership. The next day, the service department called and informed me that there was excessive oil-sludge buildup in the engine "due to not changing the oil every 3,000 miles." I was quoted a cost of $4,560.00 to repair the engine, or $7,700.00 to replace it. I don\'t claim to have religiously changed my oil; like I said, about every 5,000 miles. But this is no different than every other car (13) I have owned and they all lasted well over 100,000 miles or at least up to the time that I sold them. I still have 30 months left to pay on my 60-month loan, and owe $8,100.00. Dealers will only give me $500.00 in trade. I've decided to refinance the car over 72 months, which has cut my payments in half, and just yesterday purchased another car that I will also be paying for the next six years. I find it ironic that I had never heard of the problems with this engine, but now everyone I talk to in the automotive industry has long known about just what junk chrysler has put out.
I was driving on the highway when my engine started making a clanking noise. As I proceeded to get over into the far lane to exit the highway I lost speed and the car turned of. I barely made it across the last two lanes of highway safely coasting onto the exit ramp. Long story short, I had the car towed to the dealership they informed me that my engine had died do to sludge and the repair would be, for me, very costly. So now my beautiful red dodge intrepid sets in my driveway with a $4,000 balance that I can not afford to pay or repair.
This is about a 2001 dodge intrepid. I change my oil on a regular basis and at about 99,000 miles my 2.7 engine blew up due to oil sludge. I heard of hundreds maybe thousands of the same engine blowing up without warning.
While idling at a stop light an officer of the law was behind me as the light change I made my way to my destination only to be stopped by said officer. He stated that when I pulled away at the light there was a big smoke trail leaving my exhaust. I informed him of the many troubles with the 2.7l chrysler engine he informed me that if I continue to drive I would be cited for epa violations. The car has 80,432 miles and has been burning oil at a constant rate. Now the oil pressure sending unit is leaking also which by reading some complaints is what happens just before total breakdown. Something has to be done about this will cost aprx. $2600 to rebuild engine.
I purchased my 2001 intrepid with the hopes of finally buying a quality family car. In 2005 I spent $2800 to fix the cooling system, it drove well for three years until finally I had a leak; took it to a shop which then noticed a lack of oil pressure and finally discovered the sludge build up in the engine. I've been using synthetic for a while and this appears not to be the panacea for this contraption. My question is why no recall on this vehicle, how about a bail-out for those of us who demonstrated good faith for u.s. Owned and built products only to be taken for a bad ride. The 2.7l engine is poorly designed and someone should be held accountable for this monstrosity. At some point in the design and testing phase poor performance or some other data should have been identified and appropriately addressed. The people who own and purchase these vehicles are not rich, else we wouldn't bother complaining and demanding a recall. We are typical americans who want and deserve value for our hard earned money. I don't have $8,000.00 to fix this car. My kids have health conditions and I'm down to one car, and my wife and I commute to work. Who's going to bail us out...nevermind that who's going to help us! The fair and right thing to do is recall this vehicle.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 dodge intrepid. While driving 50 MPH, the vehicle completely stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to a local repair shop and the mechanic stated that the engine failed and caused the vehicle to stall. The engine needed to be replaced. The manufacturer referred her to an authorized dealer. The vehicle has not yet been repaired. The failure mileage was 54,000 and current mileage was 95,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 dodge intrepid. The contact noticed that the vehicle was leaking oil. On december 14, 2008, the contact heard a noise when the vehicle was accelerated. He took the vehicle to his mechanic and was informed that the motor failed. He took the vehicle to another garage and the mechanic stated that the motor was failing and needed to be replaced. A new motor would cost $6,200. A report was filed with the manufacturer and they stated that they would not assist with the repair. The vehicle has not yet been repaired. The current and failure mileages were 71,489.
I own a 2001 dodge intrepid, and used it for my commute. I was driving 35 MPH and began to hear a loud knocking sound and believe it to be related to the oil sludge problem in chrysler's 2.7 engines.
Driving home from work, speed approx. 65 m.p.h. On interstate. Engine made a sharp "bang", no warning lights, bells, nothing to indicate a problem. Appeared to lose power, but never stalled out. Managed to "limp" home (less than 2 miles). Parked vehicle and the engine shut down, on its own. Raised the hood, found nothing to be unusual. Tried to restart the vehicle, it would not restart, only a loud clunking as the engine turned over. Had the car towed to the dealer I had purchased the vehicle from. Was informed that the timing chain had "jumped" and that all of the valves were bent. Was given a "verbal" estimate of $7000.00-$7500.00 to repair/replace engine and associated components. I declined. This vehicle had been maintained as required by the manufacturer. All required fluid change intervals had been performed and documented. At no time was I ever informed that this particular engine had issues associated with it. I still have this vehicle, sitting in storage. It has not been touched since being brought back home from the repair facility. I have, and still maintain that this engine failure was not something I could have foreseen and or been responsible for. Now I have been made aware that this is an issue that chrysler, has been aware of and has denied any liabilities. I was informed by the dealership that offered the costly repair, that chrysler would not assume any responsibility to repair my car. Now I have been informed by a local repair shop, that chrysler has been making "selective reparations".
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