Is the Dodge Intrepid Reliable?

Q: Is the Dodge Intrepid reliable?

The Dodge Intrepid scores 67/100 on the VinCheckEngine reliability index, which rates as "Good" for the 1993–2004 model years. Run a free VIN report at vincheckengine.com for vehicle-specific analysis.

Q: What year Intrepid is most reliable?

Among recently analyzed years, the 2003 Dodge Intrepid scored highest with a reliability score of 85/100. Fewer recalls and complaints were reported for that model year.

Q: How many miles does a Intrepid last?

With regular maintenance, most Dodge Intrepid owners report 150,000–200,000+ miles of reliable service. High-mileage examples frequently appear at auction. Always verify with a VIN history report before purchasing a used Intrepid.

1993–2004 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.

67/100

Good

Reliability Score

Total Recalls

3481

Owner Complaints

157

Reported Injuries

Reported Deaths

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Dodge Intrepid Reliability by Year

Model Year	Recalls	Complaints	Injuries	Deaths	Reliability Score	Rating
2004	2	82	4	—	84	Excellent
2003	2	79	7	—	85	Excellent
2002	2	237	6	—	80	Excellent
2001	3	368	14	—	67	Good
2000	5	613	26	—	56	Fair
1999	4	664	20	1	55	Fair
1998	3	263	11	—	74	Good
1997	2	251	18	4	52	Fair
1996	2	370	12	—	75	Good
1995	3	554	39	13	44	Poor

Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.

How the Intrepid Compares to Similar Vehicles

Dodge Intrepid67/100

Sedan Category Average72/100

The Intrepid scores 5 points below the average sedan. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.

Known Dodge Intrepid Reliability Issues

The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

733

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

422

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

207

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE

128

STEERING:RACK AND PINION

101

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM

Based on 3481 owner complaints across recent model years.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Dodge Intrepid reliable?+

The Dodge Intrepid scores 67/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 28 recall campaigns and 3481 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.

What year Intrepid is most reliable?+

Among the years analyzed, the 2003 Intrepid achieved the highest reliability score of 85/100 with 2 recalls and 79 complaints.

How many miles does a Intrepid last?+

With consistent maintenance, most Dodge Intrepid owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Intrepid will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.

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Check a Specific Dodge Intrepid VIN

Model-level reliability scores show general trends. A VIN-specific report reveals the exact history of any individual vehicle — accidents, odometer records, auction events, and open recalls.

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