Dodge Intrepid fuel pump problems

Filed Apr 22, 2014 · Engine, Fuel system · 115,000 miles · MI

Car began steaming, and smoking. Had to pull over to let it cool down, no extra antifreeze available. Once cooled, limped it to mechanic. Mechanic stated fuel pump is out again, after only 45,000 more miles on brand new dodge water pump. Mechanic also stated that oil pressure is too high and seals bad, oil spewing out everywhere. He said this is a defect of the dodge 2.7 liter engine and since water pump is incorporated into motor, the cost to replace it, put all new seals and fix the oil pump would not be worth the value of the car and he will not do it because he refuses to "spend other people's money on a junk motor." he stated that even rebuilt dodge 2.7 liter motors are bad and will quit after only a few thousand miles. He says you can not get a good 2.7 liter dodge motor for any intrepid built between 1998-2008. He had paperwork showing dodge knew it was a poor design that would blow and not be worth the cost of repair. I want this corrected and anyone who owned one of these lemons reimbursed for the cost of repairs for these vehicles! Dodge knowingly sold these lemons and did nothing to fix the issue until 2008! This is a clear cut case of consumer fraud!

Filed Feb 23, 2010 · Electrical, Engine · 133,600 miles · CA

I have a 1995 dodge intrepid. Until 4 months ago, it never had a problem, only did routine maintenance and that was constantly done. It has a new transmission and radiator (under extended warranty), and new starter, alternator, and battery. The fuel pump was replaced about 2-3 years ago. Four months ago, the car started to act up. First, I noticed a "burnt oil or anti-freeze" smell. I took it to my mechanic, who I have had for more than 15 years. He couldn't find any leaks or problems and reminded me that all the hoses and accessories were replace a year before. He said that he saw nothing dripping or building up anywhere. A week later, I would drive it somewhere, get out and do whatever it was I needed to do, go back and it wouldn't start. Everything sounds normal, like it wants to start, but doesn't. If I wait 30-90 minutes and try again, it will start right up and a check engine light would come on, but go back off within a few minutes. A month later things got worse. It started to die while driving. I would be in the car for less than 10 miles and all the lights on the dash would "flash" and the car would die. It takes between 2-3 hours before getting it to restart when this happens. This puts me in serious danger as the car no longer has power steering or power brakes and I live on a mountain with no where I can get off the road. I have nearly been hit/killed when this has happened. Since then, I can't go 1 mile without it dying or not start again. As a matter-of-fact, if I leave it idling in my driveway, it will die with 2-4 minutes. I have taken it to my shop 4 times and 2 other ones trying to find out what is wrong. They all say that since the "check engine" light only flashes and then goes off, the computer can't catch the problem. Sometimes they think it is the fuel pump or fuel lines; sometimes they think it is electrical; most of the time they just have no idea what is wrong!

Filed Mar 3, 2009 · Engine · 158,000 miles · OK

Due to oil sludge build up the engine has failed on my 02 dodge intrepid. We have had all major parts replaced (computer, fuel pump, transmission, etc). Only a month after replacing the computer the engine seized up and left my husband stranded.

Filed Jun 8, 2008 · Engine · 97,798 miles · CA

Catastrophic engine failure occurring unexpectedly 1/07. Purchased a rebuilt engine. Six months later the car started to stop at any speed, while idling, and 50% of the time would not start at all. Had several dealers do diagnostics but could not pinpoint the problem as the car would run when taken to the shop. Was informed that it may be fuel sensor, fuel pump, or fried motherboard in the car's computer. Neither repair shops diagnostic equipment could pinpoint the problem. From 11/07-4/08 the car did not have the problem. Now it has started to cutoff while in motion again. It cuts off atleast three times per trip now, and hasn't nor stared in almost a week. New battery, and a rebuilt engine with under 10k miles on it. Needless to say the continued stoppage without warning has put me in some dangerous situations during my commute.

Filed Mar 24, 2008 · Engine · OH

I recently purchased a used 94 dodge intrepid from pa in dec 2007. A few weeks later the car suddenly stalled while driving on an extremely busy road and almost caused several accidents to it shutting off in the middle of a 40 MPH road. The car didn't restart and had to be towed to a mechanic. This incident is just one example from many. Over the past 3 months I have been told it was the fuel pump, starter, a sensor, some sort of tube, catalytic converter and all sorts of things,which of course did not solve my problem. I have invested over $1,000 to try and repair the problem. It was not until today 3/24/2008 that while researching my car on the internet that I found the recall. I called both the dealership and manufacturer and because my VIN wasn't apart of the recall I was told I could not be helped. So now what do I do. I 'm a single mother of a small child, I work and go to school. I can not afford to continue to give out hundreds of dollars and stop going to work or school because my car isn't reliable. I cannot afford to become stranded due to this problem. So please, please find a way to help those who really need your help in this matter.

Filed Feb 25, 2008 · Engine · 130,000 miles · PA

Engine had died while driving about once every 2 months for half a year. After a day or two the car would start again. Had the battery replaced and the fuel pump replaced throughout the process. Knocking sound started prior to timing chain breaking.

Filed Jun 29, 2007 · Visibility · 151,000 miles · NE

Air conditioning and heating system stopped working intermittently for the last four years. We have done regular maintenance on this religiously. *ak this last time, it was making a knocking sound and barely made it into my driveway. Upon getting it to my mechanic, was told that the water pump and fuel pump were both going out and that the head gasket was toast, and that they would not work on it because the engines are notoriously bad and not worth it. Sludge build up was also present. Engine is now blown, and we still owe money on this thing!

Filed Dec 12, 2006 · Engine · 115,443 miles · MA

1) engine light came on 2) engine shut down while driving 3) mechanic replace fuel pump then computer car would still not start. Chrysler confirmed that the engine had sludge problem and said the engine needed to be replaced. I could not afford the $5000 to replace the engine.

Filed Nov 22, 2006 · Fuel system · 75,000 miles · CA

Dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds, the check engine light illuminated. The vehicle was driven to the dealer on two separate occasions, where the fuel pump was replaced on the first visit, and the oxygen sensor on the second. The check engine light continued to illuminate after both repairs.

Filed Nov 17, 2006 · Engine · 80,000 miles · CT

On tuesday november 14, 2006 I was driving along a secondary highway when my 1999 dodge intrepid started to buck on me. It sounded like the engine was skipping and unbeknownst to me smoke came out of my exhaust when it bucked . I brought the vehicle to a local computer tune and lube for a diagnostic and they informed me that I would need a new motor in the car to the tune of 6500 dollars. I became angry and limped my car back to the dealership who told me that since I had a warranty I could get the engine fixed the engine is a 2.7 litre. I was told to bring it to a dodge dealership who proceeded to break down the engine. They informed me that they had contacted the warranty company and I should forward all maintenance receipts to the company. Now earlier this year in february my car broke down and eventually they said it was the fuel pump. When they were done the checked out my fluids oil and other items and that settled that. I only put 5000 miles on the car between then and now and from what the described you would think I ran the car into the ground. I take pride in my cars and have kept a consistent record of running them for ten years. The warranty company is sending out an inspector but they are going to avoid paying as much as possible. I just bought this car last year and already it's in worse shape than any of my previous cars @ ten years. I would appreciate any advice you can give me as to a possible recourse to this dilemma.