Dodge Intrepid fuel gauge problems

Filed Mar 3, 2009 · Fuel system · 160,000 miles · IL

Tl*the contact owns a 1996 dodge intrepid. The contact smelled a strong odor of gasoline coming from the vehicle. He also noticed that the fuel gauge indicator was moving faster than normal. The spark plugs were changed and the contact noticed gasoline leaking from the fuel injectors. He discovered the federal safety agency campaign id number 98v184000, but was unaware if his vehicle was included in the recall. The current and failure mileages were less than 160,000.

Filed Jul 16, 2007 · Visibility · 95,000 miles · UT · crash · 1 injury

Windshield wipers will come on by themselves while the switch is off, it will also turn off while in the middle of driving and stop in the middle of the windshield becoming in-operable & no visibility! I was driving on the freeway at 65 MPH during rush hour, in the pouring rain when they stopped on me! Air conditioner) whenever we start up the car, a mildew smell comes out of the vents. This could be a health hazzard for people with lung problems. (fuel) while the car is parked in our garage we smell fuel & the smell of fuel in the car sometimes while driving. The fuel gauge seems to be defective, one moment it registers it has a 1/3 tank, next moment it says you only have a 1/16 of a tank! This car is cursed and is just an accident waiting to happen!

Filed Sep 9, 2005 · Fuel system · 47,600 miles · PA

Dt: 2001 dodge intrepid es, the vehicles gas tank will not accept gasoline easily, it takes the an excessive amount of time to fill the tank. The consumer will fill the tank and the fuel gauge still shows empty. After the consumer has put fuel in the tank some of the fuel will come out. The consumer has even replaced the gas cap, which did not fix the problem. The dealership told the consumer that they could replace the fuel control valve, the filler tube, and the leak detection pump filter at consumer's expense. The consumer was given a tsb number 14003-01 from universal underwriters service corporation phone no. 1‑888‑835‑5063. The consumer has an extended warranty with u. U. S. C. Policy no. V300191293 coverage which is called a comprehensive plan. Consumer was told that it was a manufacturer's defect, and was not covered under warranty. The u. U. S. C. Did replace fuel level unit because it was not covered in the tsb, consumer has contacted the daimler chrysler, the manufacturer told consumer that they were aware of the tsb, and that the consumer would have to have the repair fixed at her own expense. There have been no other known problems with the vehicle at this time. *ak the manufacturer contacted the consumer and agree to replaced the fuel filler tube at no cost to the consumer.

Filed Dec 11, 2004 · Airbags, Electrical · 5,000 miles · NC · fire

Since owning the 1995 dodge intrepid we purchased brand new, these are the problems experienced since owning and the problems being experienced now. We have had steering problems which required the power steering pump to be replaced, also some arm had to be replaced due to the right front wheel wobbling. Our electric locks have engaged as if holding the switch for a couple of seconds on the passenger side and the driver side. Never was fixed due to dealer not duplicating. Our AC/heat electronic controls stuck and would not respond to any commands and constantly was blowing hot air, pulling fuse was only remedy. Electronic gauges will not always show correct information ie. Fuel level, temp, fuel used, compass, ..etc, turning car on/off will usually correct it. Our fuel rails has been replaced under warranty recall, but I still will smell fuel inside. Our passenger side air bag is warped. Our headlights will not come on at times and even go out while driving. Flashing high/low beam steering column switch will usually make them come on. Our most recent problem and the state our vehicle is in right now is smoke is coming from the steering column and it is very hot and I believe a fire is trying to start. The car is parked at the location this started at and is not being driven.

Filed Apr 19, 2004 · Lights · 34,900 miles · WA

The headlights on my 2001 dodge intrepid flash bright & dim on both high and low beam. The light behind the speedometer, fuel gauge, etc. Also flashes at the same time. The dealership has been unable to duplicate the problem. I have been told the headlights will have to fail before they can start replacing parts.

Filed Dec 28, 2002 · Engine · 64,000 miles · ME

On dec 20 2002, the vehicle engine started rapping while traveling apx 60 MPH on interstate. It then stopped within 30 seconds with no restart. Dealer has replaced engine 20,000 miles prior for same thing. Dealer has had the vehicle for 5 business days and has not fixed it. Also, history of multiple window failures, multiple fuel gauge failures, multiple A/C failures. Ts

Filed Aug 20, 2002 · Fuel system, Transmission · CA

Transmission failed without warning while driving at 48000 miles.*ak consumer states that the fuel sending unit failed.

Filed Apr 5, 2002 · Fuel system · FL

Had vehicle repaired for recall 98v184000. After starting vehicle it shimmied. Owner noticed fuel gauge indicated loss of fuel, consumer stopped and checked under hood, and noticed fuel leakage, also after checking underneath vehicle, fuel tank was leaking.

Filed Mar 6, 2000 · Brakes, Engine · NM

Vehicle experienced the following problems: tie rod end replaced, brakes pulled to left, transmission and shocks replaced three occassions, windows won't stay up, steering wheel crooked, reservoir cap replaced twice, brake rotors out of round, rack and pinion replaced twice, fuel gauge replaced, driver window fixed 3 times, tires replaced 3 times in 4 years, child safety seat belt won't adjust and needs replacement. *ak

Filed Apr 14, 1999 · Fuel system · CA

When getting into the vehicle can smell fuel within the vehicle. Also, gas gauge broke, indicating an inaccurate amount 0f gas within the fuel tank. Gas gauge may indicate that there is a full tank of gas, when in reality, tank is almost empty.