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Dodge Intrepid abs comes on

58 of the 6,218 owner complaints about the Dodge Intrepid describe aBS light or ABS activating, most of them for the 1994 model year.

owner complaints
58
worst model year
1994
typical mileage
94,000
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall for this area of the car. See below

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What owners say

Filed Apr 2, 2012 · Brakes · 94,000 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 1998 dodge intrepid. The contact stated that the brake warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where they advised him that the ABS sensor failed and needed to be replaced. The dealer also advised that there were no parts available for the repair and they had been back ordered. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 94,000.

Filed Jun 28, 2007 · Brakes, Lights · KY

I had a recall performed on vehicle last year at martin dodge in bowling green, ky. After getting the services rendered I noticed several problems. One was that the turn signals were no longer operable, automatic transmission would not shift past second gear and would miss gears repeatedly, and ABS brakes failed. Also noticed that suspension was worse after they performed suspension recalls. I have tried on several occasions to contact the dealership and they only suggested that I bring it for a diagnostic at my cost, even though the problems existed after getting the recalls fixed. I incurred court cost of $166.00 because of improper equipment and the buy, here, pay here lot was requesting $2,280 for a car that I had no choice but to junk it because no being able to pass inspection for the road. I would appreciate anything you could do to aid in me absorbing the cost of this situation.

Filed Jul 24, 2006 · Brakes, Engine · 120,000 miles · KY

Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle hesitated intermittently before it finally stalled. Also, the brakes did not hold properly. The dealer determined the engine needed to be replaced due to sludge. The dealer also replaced the brake pads, rotors and calipers but indicated the ABS sensor also needed to be replaced.

Filed Jun 9, 2006 · Engine · 119,812 miles · CA

Dt*: the contact stated while driving 65 MPH the oil light illuminated, the vehicle started to jerk and then stalled. There was a loss of power steering and ABS. The vehicle was pulled to the side of the highway. The vehicle was then towed to the contacts home for inspection by a local mechanic. The mechanic determined the engine had oil sludge and needed to be replaced. Although the dealer was alerted no further inspections have been made. The manufacturer has not been alerted.

Filed Aug 8, 2005 · Brakes, Electrical · 47,200 miles · AZ

(1) dashboard lights occasionally flickering. (2) ABS brakes engaged on freeway at 70 MPH without stepping on brake pedal. Had battery tested. It was bad. (3) traded vehicle in for a new car two days later. Did not drive car any more at freeway speeds.

Filed Apr 25, 2005 · Brakes · 80,000 miles · TX · crash · 1 injury

While driving 40 MPH driver noticed that the ABS light appeared on the dashboard. Driver applied the brake pedal and the vehicle failed to stop and collided into another vehicle. Driver sustained major injuries, and was transported to a hospital. The vehicle was towed to a dealer for inspection. The cause had not been determined at this time. *ak *bf

Filed Oct 6, 2004 · Brakes, Electrical · 98,000 miles · NY

The rack an pinion bushing failed had to replace the whole rack and pinion.also the axle had to be replaced the ring for the ABS and tracion control come off the axle.theres a short in the igntion switch, the gauges dont work, and the car wont drive it gos in default.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Steering · 36,000 miles · CA · crash

My name is [xxx], the founder of this website and I have experienced ridiculous premature engine, transmission and steering problems with a low mileage '99 dodge intrepid and experienced steering, transmission, ABS problems and other issues with a brand new 2002 dodge intrepid. You will find my personal story of the nightmare I had with both vehicles, pictures and the story of my '99 accident after sudden poor steering control and more. Sincerely, [xxx] email: [email protected] website: www.daimlerchryslervehicleproblems.com address: po box 2021, san leandro, ca 94577 information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Sep 1, 2002 · Steering, Suspension · CA · crash

I purchased my 1999 dodge intrepid w/28,840 miles. From there it had unreasonably been a lemon and into the "five star" chrysler dealer at least 8 times. The vehicle had persistant steering issues and abnormalities, wandering, play, abnormal change in sensitivity while driving, noise, tire wear. Dealer could never "duplicate the problems'. The engine blew up at 33,000 miles, had to have replaced. Transmission failed shortly after, had to be rebuilt. Input/output speed sensors failed twice. Abs allowed brakes to lock up twice. Tcm and PCM needed updating due to flawed previous revisions. Power window failed, front bumper, grill paint wearing. Obviously this vehicle was a lemon. The vehicle was finally wrecked after sudden poor steering control after trying to get the dealer to do something many times. Daimlerchrysler denies any manufacturing responsibility. I do not see how they can get away with this. There are many others experiencing similar premature problems that should not be occuring as such. I have started a website against daimlerchrysler - [xxx] - email address is [xxx] - address: [xxx] san leandro, ca [xxx] parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Sep 1, 2002 · Brakes · CA

I purchased a 2002 dodge intrepid brand new, this is my second daimlerchrysler vehicle that has not held up well that I consider a lemon. At 26 miles, the ABS light came on for a few seconds, then turned off, there was almost no braking power. I had to quickly downshift into low gear to slow down the car. This has happend several times. At first I thought it may have been things breaking in. Dodge dealers just deleted the "internal cab failure fault code" and did nothing to try and fix this. Later the steering began squeaking during low speed manuvers. Then I experienced play in the steering wheel. At 2000 miles the vehicle would wander and would almost never drive straight. After 2 dealership alignments and 1 independent, the steering wheel is still off center. 3 different oem tires rotated to front completely worn on outer edges, abnormal tire wear and feathering. Suspension squeaks loudly at times. At about 500 miles the transmission would sometimes slam into 3rd gear, shift rough in lower gears, bump, hesitate, stumble. Dodge dealership always "could not duplicate" the problem. I almost crashed when driving and front wheel hit moderate puddle when vehicle was thrown into another lane. I was told by the service manager "those things happen". I have written and spoke to daimlerchrysler reps many times, they deny there is any problem. At about 13,000 miles the engine would clank when starting sometimes (sounds like not firing up properly). I have never had these problems with any other vehicle, even front wheel drive and do not see how they can get away with this. There are many others experiencing similar premature problems that should not be occuring as such. I have started a website against daimlerchrysler [xxx] - email address is [xxx] - address: [xxx]san leandro, ca [xxx]. *ak parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Related recalls

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: master cylinderReported July 10, 2000 · 160 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: non-ABS equipped passenger vehicles. The brake master cylinder piston retainer snap ring may have been bent inward during the assembly process. The master cylinder piston may be in a "brake applied" position due to the damaged piston retainer snap ring. When the piston is in the applied position, the fluid compensation ports are closed which results in a brake drag condition.
Risk
If the brake overheat, brake fading could lead to an increase in needed stopping distance. Should a driver not anticipate the extra stopping distance, this condition could cause a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder.

Recall number 00V180000 · Recall details

Questions about the Dodge Intrepid abs

Why does the abs come on in the Dodge Intrepid?

Owners who report it most often also describe brake failure, jerking or lurching and hesitation when accelerating.

Which Dodge Intrepid years have aBS light or ABS activating problems?

The model years with the most reports are 1994 (20 complaints), 1993 (11 complaints) and 1995 (8 complaints).

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