Dodge Intrepid Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported deaths, injuries, crashes, and worst problem areas. Updated daily from federal databases.
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Dodge Intrepid — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Verdict | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Deaths | Top Issue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004Best | Good | 2 | 82 | 4 | 4 | — | Engine And Engine Cooling | Full report → |
| 2003 | Good | 2 | 79 | 2 | 7 | — | Engine And Engine Cooling | Full report → |
| 2002 | Caution | 2 | 237 | 8 | 6 | — | Engine And Engine Cooling | Full report → |
| 2001 | Caution | 3 | 368 | 16 | 14 | — | Engine And Engine Cooling | Full report → |
| 2000 | Avoid | 5 | 613 | 24 | 26 | — | Engine And Engine Cooling | Full report → |
| 1999Worst | Avoid | 3 | 664 | 21 | 20 | 1 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Full report → |
| 1998 | Caution | 2 | 263 | 14 | 11 | — | Engine And Engine Cooling | Full report → |
| 1997 | Caution | — | 251 | 23 | 18 | 4 | Fuel System / Gasoline | Full report → |
| 1996 | Caution | 1 | 370 | 19 | 12 | — | Steering | Full report → |
| 1995 | Avoid | 2 | 554 | 44 | 39 | 13 | Power Train | Full report → |
| 1994 | Avoid | 3 | 575 | 32 | 27 | — | Power Train | Full report → |
| 1993 | Caution | 3 | 329 | 21 | 16 | — | Fuel System / Gasoline | Full report → |
12 model years shown. Crashes, injuries, and deaths from NHTSA complaint filings. Click any year for full details.
Most Common Dodge Intrepid Problems
Based on 4,385 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.
Intrepid Years to Avoid
Best Intrepid Years to Buy
Not enough data to identify standout low-problem years.
Years with fewest complaints and recalls.
Dodge Intrepid Problems by Year
Frequently Asked Questions — Dodge Intrepid Reliability
What year Intrepid has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 1999 Dodge Intrepid had the highest combined complaint and recall count — 664 complaints and 3 safety recalls. See the full 1999 report for specific defects.
Is the Dodge Intrepid reliable?
The Dodge Intrepid has accumulated 4,385 owner-filed complaints and 28 safety recalls across all model years in NHTSA's database. There have been 18 reported deaths associated with complaints. The 2004 model year shows the fewest reported issues. Always run a VIN check before purchasing any used Intrepid.
What are the most common Intrepid problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas are: Engine And Engine Cooling (1566 reports), Power Train (467 reports), Steering (384 reports), Fuel System / Gasoline (301 reports). Based on NHTSA complaints across all model years.
How do I check if my Intrepid has an open recall?
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