Tl*- while driving the 2002 dodge intrepid at 70 MPH with failure mileage 79,500 the contact heard a loud knocking noise coming from the engine. She took the vehicle to the dealer, and had them service the vehicle. The vehicle has now been salvaged due to the extent of the repair needed.
2002 Dodge Intrepid engine complaints
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We had no injury or permanent failure yet. However, the 2.7 liter engine in the 2002 dodge intrepid continued to plague us with problems related to sludge buildup. The vehicle had regular 3,000 mile oil changes prior to the first incident, then more frequent changes after. We had the oil pan drop once to remove sludge buildup, and two oil pressure sending units installed in the last 13 months. I am very familiar with how a vehicle operates, and what to do in emergencies to avoid permanent damage to vehicle parts, and I feel that this is the only reason we have not had a permanent failure of this motor.
Tl* - the contact owns a 2002 dodge intrepid. The contact stated she heard a clicking noise. The clicking noise happened intermittently. The check engine light turned on. The vehicle was towed to a dealer, and the vehicle was diagnosed as having engine sludge. The engine needed to be replaced. The failure mileage was 34,582. The dealer advised the contact that because the contact did not have receipts showing oil changes they would not replace the engine.
Purchased the 2002 dodge intrepid 2/11/06. In less than 1 year the engine locked. The vehicle was towed to dealer. Not to rebuild. Salvaged engine wasn't an option, would only have the same problem. The mechanic found the core of the engine was beyond repair. The two mechanics expected payment. I explored the web & the cheapest rebuild engine I could find was $2,499 + core charge, that I won't get back with a shot core. The mechanic will have to be paid of course, to reinstall the re-manufactured engine. Oh, and let's not forget the loan balance still required for the purchase of a car that cannot be driven. Fortunately. I am able to borrow from my 401k to get the car drivable again or my daughter would be out of luck. However, the most discouraging thought was how long will the rebuild engine last? Thank god it came with a 3 year unlimited mileage warranty. The original engine, when purchased used had 82,357 on it, and my daughter only got about 10,000 miles of use before it died. That was terrible.
I began having trouble with my heater in my car and I took it into pep boys and they replaced the water pump and seals. Then it began again and then the check engine light came on and I was told that I had a transmission sensor going out. Soon after the car stalled and would not start. Before the car stalled the engine had a loud knocking coming from it.
I am extremely upset because recently I purchased a dodge 2002 intrepid just a little less than a year ago an without any warnings my water pump went out which cause my timing belt to destroy the engine instantly. And I just recently read hundreds of reports of similar incidents. I also was on the freeway at the time in the middle of traffic.
Tl*- the contact stated that he drove the 2002 dodge intrepid to work on 01/24/07. At the end of the day he tried to start the vehicle and the engine turned over, but the vehicle didn't start. The next day he started the vehicle and it did start. He stated that he let the vehicle run for a while and heard a tapping noise from under the hood. He turned the vehicle off and didn't restart it. The contact stated that 2 weeks prior he had the vehicle serviced for the 3,000 miles oil change. The contact had the oil changed every 3,000 miles. The vehicle was towed to technical tune up in chicago. The service mechanic did a diagnosis, and told the contact that the crank shaft sensor had failed, the battery was low and the spark plugs were worn. The contact had the sensor , the battery and the spark plugs replaced. Shortly there after, the tapping noise started again. The contact had the vehicle towed back to the mechanic shop, and he informed the contact that his engine had failed. The contact stated that he had found reports on line that other owners filed about the same issues, and chrysler stated that the owners were negligent with their vehicles. These reports showed that sludge build up was the cause for the engine failure.. The current mileages was 80000.
Oil light coming on at idle and then going of when pressing gas. Loud ticking noise in engine. 66600 miles on vehicle of this 66600 I put 49000 on vehicle. I have had the engine diagnosed and it needs a new engine. Faulty engine, it will cost several thousand dollars just to try to repair the engine and new one cost 4000 to 8000 dollars. This vehicle is dangerous and I have researched and found that there are thousands of others with this particular motor that daimler chrysler makes with the exact same problem and mileage has no effect or how often it is maintained. I cannot afford to replace this motor and daimler chrysler will not honor nor offer warranty for this problem and blames the consumers. I request an investigation, these are lemon cars and should be recalled. What if my children and I were killed because of an accident due to this engine failure? Maybe that's what it will take for someone to do something about this. It is not fair to the consumers!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Tl* - the contact stated while driving at 35 MPH, on clear day and road conditions were good the vehicle lost power and the steering wheel became stiff. The contact said that she was able to pull vehicle over and tried to restart the vehicle. The contact stated that she had it towed to big -o tires in topeka, ks. Big-o tires told her that the engine seized, and that the intrepid 2.7 liter engines werewell known for this happening. The contact stated that the mechanic said that the oil was not going to the engine properly which caused a sludge to build up.
Purchased dec 2001 with maximum added care protection plan for 6yr/60k miles. Performed all vehicle required maintenance and never had an issue until 12/11/06 when the vehicle stopped in motion presenting a clicking sound. Vehicle towed to dealer as we thought to repair an alternator or battery. However the dealer states that our vehicle's motor ceased and it has sludge in the engine as when they open the oil cap, sludge is clearly evident. We are still attempting to get the service agreement to pay for the repair as we feel that it is not our fault since providing regular maintenance and the vehicle is presently under such warranty coverage. Our internet research shows that there are hundreds of 2.7 liter engine owners have suffered the same issue with daimlerchrysler accepting no fault but acknowledging this is a common complaint however dcx refers that consumers did not follow regular maintenance schedules. Dealer cost to replace/repair engine $8900 as quoted on 12/11/06 by cueter dodge ypsilanti, mi.
I was driving with my daughter ( she was driving my car a 2002 dodge intrepid with 2.7 liter engine), and with no warning the thermostat began to rise. It was a certified used car and I did not have any problems with the car until this occurred. The car began to steam under the hood and cut off. My daughter steered the car over to the curb of a very narrow street hoping it would start. I called a nearby garage to take the car there if it started, after the engine cooled we crept the car to the garage. My daughter reminded about her chrysler sebring with the 2.7 liter defective engine and how it stopped dead on she and her husband at night at a green light because of sludge. When we arrived at the garage, the owner looked at the car after it cooled. He said that the engine was about to go and that I need to take it back to the people who I made it to have them fix it or trade it. I asked if the problem was from engine tampering, as I had tried to trade it earlier at another dealer and the tech said that the engine had been tampered with before I bought the car at kernersville chrysler dodge. He did not know, but that in his opinion short of them putting in a new engine, this will happen again. Kernersville chrysler dodge refused to acknowledge any responsibility and would not trade the car nor offered to repair it. I am a 65 year old woman who has had open heart surgery this year and do not need the aggravation. I am paying for insurance and making car payments on a car that cannot be used and sitting in my driveway. Need the stress. No body wants this car as a trade. If I sell it myself the bank said they would still consider it a repo. Chrysler dodge can have the car back, but I do not think it is fair or right for me to be penalized for their defective engine. They should take the car and call it even. The chrysler dodge company and tim mitchell at kernersville chrysler dodge should be ashamed.
My vehicle was being serviced for a head-gasket leak. The dodge dealer servicing my vehicle advised me to get rid of the vehicle quickly because it has sludge buildup that cannot be removed and that it runs a high risk of seizing up, which itself can result in an accident and injury.
Car was running fine, then one morning engine light came on and stayed on. Car was taken to service center. Mechanic stated that timing chain must be replaced and engine was full of sludge. $2400 for repair was paid. Approximately 2 weeks later, engine light comes on again. Same service center states new transmission is needed. $2200 for repair was paid. Do not know if old parts are available. Car is 4 years old with approximately 94600 miles. Go figure!
Dt*: the contact stated while traveling 70 MPH on the highway under normal road conditions, the heater started to blow cold air and then stalled. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who determined that a valve, connected with the timing chain blew out and that the engine would need to be replaced. The contact found similar complaint via the web. Compliant # 10099639 about the engine and engine cooling. The vehicle has not been replaced or repaired.
Car began to overheat and lose anti-freeze. Took into a local napa to get thermostat and upper intake hosed replaced(600). Water pump failed, took car to dealership, got timing chain kit and water pump fixed(1200). Then oil light would not go off, replaced oil sending unit and cleaned sludge (300). They heard knocking and replaced starter (500). Now need engine an estimated(4000).
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 15 MPH on a city street, a rattling noise came from the engine followed the engine stalling without warning. The engine would not restart, and was pushed to a nearby independent repair shop who determined the engine was blown and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not alerted.
Dt*: the contact stated the timing belt snapped on the vehicle while driving 2 MPH. The contact stated the belts were often checked for wear and tear. The service dealer determined the vehicle should have had a new timing belt.
The engine oil pressure light on my 2002 dodge intrepid comes on when the car is fully warm and idles below 700 RPM. I took it to the dealer today and learned that the 2.7 liter engine contains sludge. This sludge will cause the engine to fail within 10000 miles. The car has been properly maintained. Many many people have experienced this same problem. He engine will have to be replaced.
While driving, the car suddenly stopped. It wasn't until after the car stopped in the middle of the road that any of the gauges seemed to indicate any problems. There was no warning! This was a country road so there wasn't much traffic, but had there been, it would have been disastrous. The water pump suddenly quit working. In order to correct the problem, I am currently spending $1,000 to replace the pump! The car only has 67,000 miles!
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Dt*: the contact stated the check engine light illuminated and there was a knocking noise heard in the engine. The vehicle continually would not start. Eventually, the engine failed to start. The dealership determined the engine was bad due to oil sludge build-up and would need to be replaced.
It all started with what I thought was just a broken water connector on the top of the chrysler 2.7 liter engine in our 2002 dodge intrepid. I replaced the part myself and thought that it was just a simple issue. But the very next day my wife went to work and got stranded when the car overheated again but there was leak this time just an extremely hot engine. After the engine cooled down and I was able to start it again it was clear to me that the engine had cratered and that it was all due to an internal oil problem from the beginning. As I have researched this issue it has become very clear that this is an ongoing problem with this engine and when we took it to a dodge dealer they were not aware of the problem until I told them about it. After tearing the engine down the dealership said the problem was the same as them others described in the websites, oil sludge causing the internal lubrication to fail. The dealer gave us $800.00 trade in for a car worth $4000.00 which we had work very had to pay off early. The only other recourse was to have a used or rebuild installed at a cost of $5500 to $8500.00 with no guarantee that it would not happen again. So now we have a new used car and a monthly payment again for something that chrysler knows is a problem but refuses to do anything about.
Dt*: the contact stated the engine light illuminated, and one minute later smoke started coming out of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer who determine a seal on the disconnected emitting fluid which caused the smoke.
The engine light came on in my 2002 dodge intrepid and I had it analyzed and serviced. The computer analysis indicated that the car needed 4 oxygen sensors. I had these replaced at the cost of about $600.00 and the engine light came on again. This time the car was running rough and acting like it was going to cut off. The computer indicated that I need a map sensor. But on further inspection the mechanic discovered that I need 4 fuel injectors. The car is only 4 years old and it is falling apart. It has almost stalled on me pulling out into traffic and across roadways. Since the repairs are not complete I do not know what will happen next.
Dt*: the contact stated that the transmission, radiator, oil thinning unit, and harmonic balancer have all been replaced. There was concern expressed that this should not be normal wear and tear even though the vehicle has 69000 miles on it.
While driving a 2002 dodge intrepid, the engine seized up. No warning lights. Oil was checked and proper level was determined just prior to incident. Mileage was just under 75,000.
Check engine light came on and dealership stated that it was a sensor and replaced it...that was approximately 1 year ago. Knocking sound started a couple weeks ago and then car engine died in traffic 2 times. Got the engine restarted and then the oil light came on and engine died for good. Took it to one shop who stated that it was a timing belt and would not work on it. Had it towed to dealer and they stated that it needed a new engine to the tune of $6,500.00. Stated that it was because of sludge build up and not changing oil regularly. Car was serviced every 2 to 3k miles for oil changes. Car was taken care of and yet dies @ 50,000. Miles? The government needs to force dodge to own up to the failures and buy us consumers new engines that will last longer than 50,000. Miles! I still owe $8,000. On this vehicle!
Dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds, the engine made a rattling noise. The vehicle was inspected by an independent repair shop who determined there was excessive sludge build up which caused the engine rod to fracture. The mechanic suggested replacing the engine. The manufacturer was alerted.
While wife was driving car to store on 2 june 2006, intrepid engine shuttered and check engine light illuminated. Shuttering stopped and engine runs smooth but light is still illuminated. Mar 2006 engine oil change was accomplished along with a engine flush by ed's tire service, fayetteville, north carolina. July 2005 car failed inspection because of a bad battery, which was difficult to replace. Between 2002-2004 front rotors have been replaced twice, once by the dodge dealership for $150.00 then once by me for $60.00. This sludge buildup problem that dodge refuses to fix is becoming stupid! They are making the money off of us, they to at least own up to their design flaw and fix the problem. Does anyone know how to get sludge out of the engine other than tearing it down?
Engine blew a bearing at 92,000 miles, was told by 2 different reputable repair shops to scrap engine that its not worth fixing. Learned that oil flow defects cause this problem on dodge 2.7l engine.
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