2001 Dodge Intrepid steering problems

Filed Oct 12, 2020 · Brakes, Electrical · 134,865 miles · MN

When driving down the road at night, the vehicle loses all function and power. When this occurs I have no power steering, lights, brakes, nothing. It flickers on and off like that multiple times. It took me 1 1/2 hours to drive home, which should have taken only half hour. This is a serious safety issue. I can't drive the vehicle now in fear that I will be in an accident. This appears to be an ongoing issue with dodge vehicles. I can't drive my van in fear it will end up killing myself, my family, or some innocent person on the roadway. This needs to be addressed. A recall is needed to find this ongoing issue. There isn't a specific date but a constant issue.

Filed Aug 9, 2011 · Steering · 99,000 miles · AR

Stopped at stop light and turned to the left steering popped and then there was play in steering wheel. Play got worse over time went to payton dodge in clinton they replaced tierod on left and had car balanced got car back it was worse informed them, they were supposed to pick the car up never did and after 2 weeks took car to another garage where I almost got run over by a big truck because the car would not hardly turn to the left on sharp turns and was making popping noise the rack and pinion had to be replaced. I think because of the history of dodge and the rack and pinion payton dodge did not want to work on it.

Filed Jul 14, 2011 · Steering · 57,000 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 dodge intrepid. The contact stated that the steering wheel would lock up while driving at various speeds. A local mechanic diagnosed that the rack and pinion steering needed to be replaced. The dealer and manufacturer were notified, but did not offer any assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 57,000.

Filed Jun 14, 2008 · Steering · 45,880 miles · WA

The rack and pinion steering on my 2001 dodge intrepid r/t started making this creaking and cracking sound it does it 100% of the time I'm driving the dealer said they couldn't find the problem we took it in a second time and they said the steering rack had failed and that they would replace it under warranty so they fixed it drove the car no more than 100 miles and the same creaking and cracking sound was back I fear for our lives because I have heard lots of reports of this problem on these cars and yet dodge has yet to have a recall for the problem I found this information at www.chryslervehicleproblems.com I hope something can be done thank you

Filed Jun 8, 2008 · Airbags, Seat belts · 92,000 miles · MA · crash · 2 injuries

I was wearing my seatbelt traveling 30 miles per hour in my 2001 dodge intrepid es. My right font tire somehow snapped while I was traveling in a straight course and did not hit any debris or potholes while on the road. I had no control of any steering while it happened and crashed into and oncoming car at 30mph as I said I had my seatbelt on and hit the right front side of the opposing vehicle. The result was a 4 inch gash in my forehead from the b bar of the vehicle because the seatbelt didn't properly restrain me even though it was adjusted to proper shoulder height and pulled tight around my waist. The air bags did not deploy in the car at all. As a result I suffered injuries resulting in the payment of $2900 to my local hospital and ambulance business. The vehicle had passed an inspection just a couple months earlier had a tuneup and inspection for worn jball joints fittings wires hoses and wires and bolts which cost a large sum of money. A few minor parts were replaced and the car was deemed to be in safe working order.

Filed May 21, 2008 · Steering · 102 miles · TX

This car has been driven off the highway mostly. When taken to the highway the steering developed excessive play; about a quarter turn to each side, left and right. Id didn't cause an accident but it nearly did. Especially because where the car is taken many trucks also commute and the excessive play throws the car onto adjacent lanes or the separating barrier.

Filed Aug 28, 2007 · Steering · 80,000 miles · FL

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 dodge intrepid. While driving 40 MPH, the vehicle began to veer to the right. The contact turned the steering wheel slightly to the left and then to the right to keep the vehicle driving forward. The vehicle was taken to the mechanic and they stated that either the rack and pinion or an unknown component could be the cause of failure. The contact believes that the manufacturer should take some corrective action. The current and failure mileages were 80,000.

Filed Nov 12, 2006 · Engine, Steering · 75,435 miles · KY

First thing is that the rack and pinion failed. Got it repaired and then tie rod fell off. Was driving down the road one day, the car started smoking and just cut off. Got it off the road but it would not start after that. The car only has 75,435 miles on it.

Filed Oct 19, 2006 · Steering · 96,000 miles · NC

Steering became very problematic starting in july 2006. When turning the car, there were catches when turning in either direction and the problem has grown worse. The car was serviced in early august when the shop diagnosed it and replaced the tie rods. That did not fix it and was then told that the steering gear rack also needed to be replaced. There have been several near-misses as the steering locks when making turns in parking lots or tight spaces.

Filed Aug 29, 2006 · Steering · 46,000 miles · KS

I noticed a play in the steering wheel when I bought the car at 42,000 miles. At about 45,000 miles I noticed that steering wheel would "get caught" on something while trying to bring it back to its normal position after turning, and clicking while getting over whatever was catching it. At the same time rattling in the front end came along while driving on uneven surfaces - like a dirt road, bumps, holes on the road. At 46,000 miles I was told I had to replace the whole steering rack asap before I loose the ability to steer my car on the road and hurt me/somebody else.