Dodge Intrepid shudder problems

Filed Nov 21, 2008 · Engine · 64,500 miles · CA

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 dodge intrepid. While driving 50 MPH, the vehicle shuddered and then repeatedly stalled. The vehicle then completely shut off and lost all power. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle and had it towed to a repair shop. The mechanic could not find any failures and their computer system showed no issues. However, the service manager test drove the vehicle and experienced the stalling. While driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle stalled again on the freeway after much jerking and lunging. The dealer was able to duplicate failure, but could not determine the cause of the failure. The manufacturer has not been notified. The VIN was unknown. The current mileage was approximately 65,000 and failure mileage was approximately 64,500.

Filed Jun 11, 2005 · Engine · 78,000 miles · MO

While driving, my dodge intrepid started to shudder. After pulling over and turning off the car, it would no longer restart. It was towed to a service station and they informed me that the 2.7 engine was shot due to sludge. I was shocked since the car was 5 years old, had roughly 78k miles, and was well-maintained. So far chrysler has been unresponsive to my problem.

Filed Jul 17, 2003 · Suspension, Transmission · TN

I have had nothing but problems with this car since it was purchased.the transmission slips and shudders I feel the dodge corp should take care of the ultradrive transmission as it is a {lemon} .*ak I now need to purchase a rebuilt transmission and catalytic converter and are now experiencing problems with the exterior paint coroding, the constant smell of gasoline inside the car, the passenger side air-bag is buckling, and the list goes on!

Filed Jun 3, 2003 · Electrical, Engine · 67,257 miles · FL

Ac fans had to be replaced twice, rear windows won't go down, dealer replaced light switch, brakes wear unevenly and shudders when pressed, alignment goes easily, oil disappears with no leaks or no smoke, back of driver's seat collapses unexpectedly.

Filed Apr 1, 2002 · Transmission · WI

Transmission leaking fluid. Changed oil&filter. Fixed leaky hose. When cold, shudders and doesn't shift into gear properly. Sometimes has what dodge dealership calls a "glitch" where it won't shift past 2nd gear. Shut off engine to reset. Changed oil & filter a second time. Same problems.

Filed Jun 1, 2000 · Transmission · WI

Vehicle "shudders" or "bucks" at steady cruising speed of 25-45 MPH. Dealer indicates the torque converter needs replacement and the transmission must be rebuilt.

Filed Mar 4, 2000 · Steering, Transmission · FL

Power steering has constant whine when turning or accelerating. Transmission shudders and skips when shifting during acceleration. Dealer states power steering pump and entire transmission must be replaced.

Filed Jan 20, 2000 · Transmission · SC

The transmission had a shudder between 35-45 MPH and the transmission had to be rebuilt. Upon further investigation, I found that this is a major problem for chrysler and dodge vehicles. Also during this research I found that the air conditioner had many problems which I also had to replace. I ffel that since this has occurredso often that it definately is a design problem and chrysler should be fixing these problems. My charge came to $1700 and I feel that dodge should be picking up the bill. The air conditioner just plain stopped working. Through my research, this is definately a frequent problem that they have not addressed.

Filed Nov 22, 1999 · Transmission · NJ

Transmission shuddered (felt like car was going over alot of little bumps). The symtoms were intermittent during the weekend of the 15th. Also noticed that transmission was leaking fluid . Took car to dealer and they said transmission needed to be rebuilt at a cost of approximately 1500 dollars. I contacted diamler chrysler after viewing your website and told them of all the other transmission problems documented on the site and diamler offered to split the bill with us. I still think that tey are getting away with murder because it is cheaper to settle individual cases than to admit wrong and recall all the chrysler vehicles with these transmissions. Also it is documented in consumers report that a couple from puttstown pa. Proved chryslers knowledge of this problem, and got them to put in a new transmission and the couple only paid 371 dollars in labor. I really think chrysler should be made to recall these cars. How much is enough.

Filed Mar 10, 1999 · Fuel system · SD

Vehicle shuddered & broke down. Towed to dealer. Mechanic noticed fuel rail leaked oil on engine. Manufacturer allowed garage to repair. Had picked vehicle up & was driving & smelled fumes in vehicle. Took it back & mechanic noticed "o" rings seals leaked & replaced them. Took vehicle back & was driving when it broke down again. Towed to dealer & had fuel pump & pressure regulator & other parts replaced. Still experiencing problems with fuel rail.