1996 Dodge Intrepid Equipment Problems

“In june of 2002 my A/C compressor froze leaving me without my air conditioner during june, july, and part of august. I had the compressor and other components fixed at the end of august at the cost of $504.00. I got to use my A/C for a whole 3 weeks until the weather cooled off! Now (may 2003), my A/C doesn't work again! Apparently there is a leaky h-valve and other components that need to be replaced at the cost of $680.00. I refuse to shell out any more money for this piece of crap car as this is my 3rd complaint to NHTSA.”

“I purchased this vehicle used from a reputable dealer. All repairs are well documented. Over the last 2 years there have been recurring problems with overheating that no one was able to diagnose. My husband went out to start the car after it had been sitting for approximately 12 hours and the engine burst into flames. Thank goodness there was a snow bank or our house would have been a loss as well. Through the internet I have discovered a recall for symptoms that we have experienced, without repair, but are listed in recall information. …”

“The air conditioner blows warm air only when car is just out of standard warranty. Resulting evaporator repair is covered under extended warranty. Water pump failure caused overheating which caused car to stop. Resulted in timing belt problem & repair. Cost $500.00 rod bearing problem occurred 1-1/2 weeks after water pump/timing belt repair. Estimated cost $2000.00.”

“Defect of transaxles floor shifter ignition/park interlock, many parts in engine are effected, need replacement. Engine damage as a result in a collision. Left front of the vehicle was affected.”

“Front end of car shook mildly at high speeds. Taken to mechanic, who said struts would need replacing within next 3 months. About a week later, whille pulling onto a busy road, rack and pinion steering system fell apart, one wheel went one way, the other wheel went another way, car thudded to a holt violently. Towed to repair shop, has been in shop 2 months already, have had rack and pinion, water pump, struts, tires, power steering pump, and power steering pump sensor relpaced. Vehicle still will not turn, and is no longer drivable or repairable. …”