CarRecallWatchThe 1997 Dodge Intrepid has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 344 complaints with NHTSA, including 25 crashes, 26 fires, 22 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Fuel System, Gasoline (85 reports).
1997 Dodge Intrepid recalls
Most common 1997 Dodge Intrepid problems
Problem areas named in the 344 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 85 |
| Steering | 67 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 66 |
| Power Train | 55 |
| Electrical System | 34 |
| Visibility | 24 |
| Suspension | 24 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 22 |
| Air Bags | 18 |
| Unknown Or Other | 16 |
What owners report
THE PRESSURE ON MY FUEL RAIL DOES NOT HOLD SO THAT MEANS A LEAK.IF I ASK FIRST CHRYSLER ANY THING THEY SAY NO RECALLS.I KNOW BETTER 98V184000. *TR
HARD STARTING LEAKING FUEL RAIL 3.5. *TR
I BOUGHT THE CAR FOR 1500$ THE INSPECTION RAN OUT AT THE END OF THAT MONTH, INSPECTION WAS COMPLETED AS A "LICKEM STICKEM" THE CAR 2 WEEKS LATER WAS DETERMINED BY AN OUTSIDE MECHANIC UNSAFE TO DRIVE AND HAZARDOUS TO PUBLIC SAFETY, CAR WAS LEFT AT PLACE OF PURCHASE FOR TWO (2) WEEKS IN WHICH TIME NOTHING WAS DONE TO CORRECT THE ISSUE CAR REMAINS UNSAFE TO DRIVE AND NOT RUNNING. *TR
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 DODGE INTREPID. THE CONTACT REVERSED AND DROVE OVER A TWO INCH BEAM. AS A RESULT, THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE CONTROL ARM FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A MECHANIC AND THE CONTACT WAS TOLD THAT THE CONTROL ARM WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE CONTACT OF A RECALL ASSOCIATED WITH THE FAILURE UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 99V215000 (SUSPENSION: FRONT: CONTROL ARM: LOWER ARM). THE RECALL HOWEVER, WAS ONLY ISSUED FOR THE 2004 MODEL DODGE INTREPID AND NOT THE 1997 MODEL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE FAILURE AND THE CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 190,000.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 DODGE INTREPID. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE BALL JOINTS, TIRE RODS, SWAY BAR BUSHING AND MOTOR MOUNTS WORE PREMATURELY AND NEEDED CONSTANT REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE HOWEVER, DID NOT OFFER ANY ASSISTANCE SINCE THERE WERE NO RECALLS. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 128,000 AND THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 98,000.
1997 Dodge Intrepid questions
Does the 1997 Dodge Intrepid have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1997 Dodge Intrepid: Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Floor Shift; Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Dodge Intrepid?
Based on 344 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel System, Gasoline (85), Steering (67), Engine And Engine Cooling (66).
How do I check if a recall on my 1997 Dodge Intrepid has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.