Engine
2.7L 6-cyl
How to read this file. Complaint records are unverified owner submissions to the federal safety agency. Counts are raw, not adjusted for sales volume or vehicle age. Recall campaigns apply to the model; only a VIN check shows whether this car is affected or repaired. Parts shown are named by an editorial note or listed as a search directory; none is a diagnosis. Full methodology.
Fault profile
Complaint-component records on this vehicle, grouped by family. A complaint naming two systems counts once in each.
Complaints are owner-reported and not verified by the agency.
When it fails
The timing of this vehicle's reported failures, from the complaint file itself. A cluster tells you what to expect and when; it is shaped by reporting behavior as well as by the vehicle.
Vehicle age when the failure occurred
Years between the model year and the owner's reported failure date. Based on 307 of 329 complaints with a usable failure date.
Odometer when the failure occurred
Owner-reported mileage at failure, in 20,000-mile bands. Based on 255 of 329 complaints reporting a plausible odometer (500 to 500,000 miles; unverified).
Known issues
The component families with the most complaint records against this vehicle. Counts, crash and fire figures belong to the whole family, not to any single named issue. Parts listed are related system parts, not a diagnosis.
Engine & cooling
218 complaint records5 fire reports1 crash report
"I OWN A 2002 DODGE INTREPID...I HAVE TO REPLACE THE MOTOR...IT ONLY HAS 76,000 AND DODGE WILL NOT DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT... *TR..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse engine & cooling parts in the directory →
Power train
61 complaint records3 fire reports2 crash reports
"CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT A TRANSMISSION PROBLEM. CONSUMER SMELLED SMOKE, AND THERE WERE FLAMES UNDER THE VEHICLE. THERE WAS EPOXY SEALANT WHERE THE FIRE STARTED.*AK..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse power train parts in the directory →
Brakes
19 complaint records
"ONLY HAVE 22,000 MILES ON CAR. 2002 INTREPID. HAD TO REPLACE FRONT BRAKES AND TURN ROTORS. NOW I NEED TO REPLACE BACK BRAKES AS WELL. I NOW HAVE 22,215 MILES ON VEHICLE.*AK..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse brakes parts in the directory →
Federal defect investigations
Formal investigations opened by the federal safety agency into this vehicle. An investigation is the step between a complaint pattern and a recall; not every one results in one.
| Investigation | Status | Component | Subject |
|---|---|---|---|
| PE03010 opened Feb 2003 | closed Sep 2003 | Vehicle Speed Control | THROTTLE CONTROL FAILURE BASED ON THE LOW FAILURE RATE, THE ABSENCE OF FAILURES OVER THE PAST YEAR, THE ABSENCE OF INJURIES, AND ODI'S FIELD INVESTIGATION OF INCIDENT VEHICLES, A SAFETY-RELATED DEFECT TREND HAS NOT BEEN IDENTIFIED AT THIS TIME.ACCORDINGLY, THIS INVESTIGATION IS... |
Recall campaigns
Safety-recall remedies are normally provided at no charge. Under US federal law the mandatory free remedy applies when the vehicle was no more than 15 years old at the time the defect was determined; manufacturers often cover older vehicles voluntarily. Canadian rules differ. Confirm eligibility with the manufacturer using the VIN. Each campaign number links to the federal record.
| Campaign | Component | Summary | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03V035000 | Seats | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, SEAT BACK RECLINER BOLT BREAKAGE CAN OCCUR RESULTING IN THE SEAT BACK RECLINING UNEXPECTEDLY. | Normally free |
Service bulletins and warranty extensions
Manufacturer communications to dealers on file with the federal agency: repair instructions, service campaigns, and warranty extensions. A warranty extension means the manufacturer may pay for a repair the recall table does not cover.
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9004275 Jul 2020 | Electrical System | KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. | |
| 23-015-20 Apr 2020 | Equipment | Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19 | |
| 08-049-20 Apr 2020 | Equipment | Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary. | |
| 31-006-19 Nov 2019 | Structure | Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage. | |
| 31-003-19 Nov 2019 | Equipment | Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts. |
Show 53 more bulletins
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31-005-19 Nov 2019 | Equipment | Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts. | |
| 3100619 Nov 2019 | Equipment | Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage. | |
| 3100319 Nov 2019 | Structure | Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts. | |
| 3100519 Nov 2019 | Structure | Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts. | |
| 68332810 Sep 2016 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Service - Four Piece Oil Pan Gasket All Cummins Equipped Vehicles ONLY - The replacement oil pan gasket can be a four piece gasket rather than a single piece gasket. This applies to Cummins 5.9L and 6.7L engines only. Installation: 1. Clean the oil pan T-joints.~ 2. | |
| R2118796A Feb 2016 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling. | |
| 9002519 Mar 2013 | Equipment | 82212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc), and some ladco states (Illinois,... | |
| 1802907 Apr 2007 | Power Train | GENERIC POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) PROCEDURE. *KB | |
| 0803006 Aug 2006 | Power Train | POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION. *KB | |
| 0801505 Mar 2005 | Power Train | POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION. *SC | |
| 2400204 Jul 2004 | Equipment | AIR CONDITIONER AND HEATER PERFORMANCE. *TT | |
| 2304702 May 2004 | Structure | INTERIOR FRONT DOOR HANDLE/BEZEL REPLACEMENT. *MJ | |
| 1800604A Apr 2004 | Power Train | GENERIC POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) PROCEDURE. *TT *MJ THIS BULLETIN SUPERSEDES BULLETIN 18-006-04A DATED 04/06/2004. *TT | |
| 0900204 Jan 2004 | Engine And Engine Cooling | SHORT DURATION COLD ENGINE START-UP TICKING LIKE SOUND. THIS BULLETIN APPLIES TO VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO MARCH 31, 2003. *MN | |
| 1804203 Nov 2003 | Engine And Engine Cooling | FLASH-ROUGH IDLE. *PH | |
| 0900503 Nov 2003 | Engine And Engine Cooling | SHORT DURATION COLD ENGINE START-UP TICKING LIKE SOUND. *TT | |
| 1800703C Aug 2003 | Power Train | GENERIC POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) PROCEDURE. 2004 MODELS INCLUDED. *TT | |
| 1800703B Jul 2003 | Power Train | GENERIC POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) PROCEDURE. 2004 MODELS INCLUDED. *TT | |
| 0802203 Jul 2003 | Electrical System | HEADLAMP/INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATION. 2004 MODELS INCLUDED. *TT | |
| 1800703A Jul 2003 | Power Train | GENERIC POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) PROCEDURE. *TT | |
| 0703 Jul 2003 | Structure | THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT IN THE FRAME & BUMPERS - FRAME - SPECIFICATIONS - FRAME DIMENSIONS SECTION HAS BEEN UPDATED. *TT | |
| 2301103 May 2003 | Structure | SAG OR RATTLE AT REAR OF HEADLINER. *TT | |
| 1801703 Apr 2003 | Electrical System | ERRONEOUS MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATION - ERRONEOUS DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC). *TT | |
| 0900203 Mar 2003 | Engine And Engine Cooling | ENGINE STUMBLE AND/OR MISFIRE - MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATION. *TT | |
| 1800703 Mar 2003 | Power Train | GENERIC POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) PROCEDURE. *TT | |
| 1400103 Jan 2003 | Fuel System | FUEL TANK SLOW TO FILL. INCLUDING MY2004. *TT | |
| 0200103 Jan 2003 | Suspension | SQUEAKING SOUND FROM REAR STRUT(S). *TT | |
| 2300203 Jan 2003 | Structure | WIND NOISE FROM SUNROOF OR B-PILLAR WHILE DRIVING. *TT | |
| 02020 Oct 2002 | Power Train | DELAYED TRANSAXLE ENGAGEMENT AFTER INITIAL START UP. *TT | |
| 02019 Oct 2002 | Equipment | INCORRECT SOFTWARE FLASH - TSB 1801502 AND 1803102. *TT | |
| 1803102 Oct 2002 | Interior Lighting | MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATION, ERRONEOUS DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0153, P0159, P0135, P0141, P0155, P0161, P0131, P0132, P0137, P0138, P0151, P0152, P0157, P0158. *TT | |
| 0802202 Oct 2002 | Equipment | POLICE VEHICLE BODY CONTROL MODULE (BCM). *TT | |
| 1400102A Oct 2002 | Fuel System | FUEL CAP DIFFICULT TO REMOVE. *TT | |
| 2302802 Jun 2002 | Visibility | SUBJECT REGARDING AN INOPERATIVE OR INTERMITTENT SUN ROOF. *SLC | |
| 1802002 Jun 2002 | Unknown Or Other | FLASH PROGRAMMING FAILURE RECOVERY. *SLC | |
| 1400102 May 2002 | Fuel System | SUBJECT REGARDING FUEL CAP DIFFICULT TO REMOVE. *SLC | |
| 1801402 Apr 2002 | Engine And Engine Cooling | SUBJECT REGARDING TRANSAXLE LIMP-IN, ENGINE MISFIRE, ENGINE NO-START. *SLC | |
| 1801502 Apr 2002 | Unknown Or Other | SUBJECT REGARDING MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON FOR MISFIRE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE - MAP VALUE STORED IN FREEZE FRAME AND SIMILAR CONDITIONS WINDOW MAY BE INCORRECT. *SLC | |
| 2301502 Apr 2002 | Visibility | SUBJECT REGARDING OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR GLASS REPLACEMENT. *SLC | |
| 0800702 Mar 2002 | Electrical System | SUBJECT REGARDING REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *SLC | |
| 2200102 Mar 2002 | Unknown Or Other | CHROME WHEEL CARE. *SLC | |
| 4850306 Feb 2002 | Engine And Engine Cooling | INFORMATION REGARDING 3.5L ENGINE SUSPECT CONNECTING ROD BEARING.*YHI | |
| 0700202 Feb 2002 | Engine And Engine Cooling | SUBJECT REGARDING LOW OR NO CABIN HEAD, ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM SYSTEM FILL PROCEDURE. *TT | |
| 0801701 Sep 2001 | Electrical System | SUBJECT REGARDING SAFETY SYSTEMS - VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS / REPAIR. *TT | |
| 2302701 Sep 2001 | Visibility | SUBJECT REGARDING OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR GLASS REPLACEMENT. *TT | |
| 1802401 Sep 2001 | Engine And Engine Cooling | INFORMATION ON IGNITION SPARK TEST. *TT | |
| 1802201 Aug 2001 | Equipment | SUBJECT REGARDING OBDII FREEZE FRAME DATA READS INCORRECTLY. *TT | |
| 1900701 Aug 2001 | Steering | INFORMATION ON NEW POWER STEERING FLUID.*SLC | |
| 2400901 Aug 2001 | Visibility | SUBJECT PERTAINING TO A/C HEATER PERFORMANCE.*SLC | |
| 0801601 Aug 2001 | Equipment | INFORMATION REGARDING VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH RADIOS WILL HAVE A NEW LOCKING RADIO ANTENNA CONNECTOR. *SLC | |
| 0801001 May 2001 | Electrical System | SUBJECT REGARDING AIRBAG / CLOCK SPRING SERVICE FOR VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2002 MODEL YEAR JEEP LIBERTY. *TT | |
| 1801201 May 2001 | Equipment | SUBJECT REGARDING GENERIC SCAN TOOL (GST), PUBLICATION NO. 81-170-00008 PROVIDED WITH THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TO PROVIDE REFERENCE INFORMATION WHEN USING GENERIC SCAN TOOL ON OBDII VEHICLES. *TT | |
| 2100601 Mar 2001 | Power Train | AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE ATF+4. *TT *MJ |
Before you buy this vehicle
A test-drive checklist generated from this vehicle's own complaint and recall record.
- Cold-start it yourself and listen for the first thirty seconds.Knocking, ticking that fades as it warms, or blue or white smoke on startup are the sounds of this vehicle's engine cluster. Check the oil level and the coolant color, and ask whether the engine or its head gaskets have ever been out.
- Drive it from a dead stop, twice, on a hill if you can.Shudder, hesitation, or a lurch under light throttle is how this vehicle's largest complaint cluster shows itself. Then ask for the transmission service history in writing; repeat repairs are a pattern, not a fluke.
- Brake hard once from speed on an empty road.A pull to one side, a pulsing pedal, a pedal that sinks at a stop, or an ABS light that stays lit are the brake complaints on this vehicle presenting themselves.
- Run the VIN against open recalls before you negotiate.This vehicle has 1 recall campaign on file. An open recall needs VIN-specific confirmation. Many are quick, no-charge fixes and worth negotiating over; an unresolved do-not-drive advisory, or a remedy the manufacturer has not yet made available, should stop the purchase until it is resolved.
- Ask for the service history in writing, then read it against this page.The complaint families above are where owners of this vehicle report trouble. Repairs in exactly those systems are evidence the car had the problem; no such repairs could mean it never developed it, or that it was never fixed. The test-drive items above are how you tell those apart.
Parts search directory
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