1997 Dodge Intrepid Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 21about this part
- Share
- 6%of 344 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 21 complaints about the brakes of the 1997 Dodge Intrepid, 6% of the 344 complaints for this model year. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I had a recall performed on vehicle last year at martin Dodge in bowling green, ky. After getting the services rendered I noticed several problems. One was that the turn signals were no longer operable, automatic transmission would not shift past second gear and would miss gears repeatedly, and ABS brakes failed. Also noticed that suspension was worse after they performed suspension recalls. I have tried on several occasions to contact the dealership and they only suggested that I bring it for a diagnostic at my cost, even though the problems existed after getting the recalls fixed. …”
NHTSA complaint #10194912, filed 2007-06“Pads crumbled, they separated from metal backing. Driving on freeway and when pressing on brakes it felt like they were crumbling. Second time, it was metal on metal braking. Took vehicle in to dealer, and dealer fixed problem. Second time same problem happened while driving out of garage. Contacted dealer, and the dealer won't do anything second time around.”
NHTSA complaint #879319, filed 2001-01“When consumer applies brakes they are hard. Also, when he applies brakes in sudden stop, they don't engage. Front end dips when consumer brakes, and there is a clanking noise coming from the front of the car while driving 25 to 30mph. Airbags didn't deploy when consumer had an accident while driving 30mph.”
NHTSA complaint #851856, filed 2000-01“Vehicle experienced the following problems: tie rod end replaced, brakes pulled to left, transmission and shocks replaced three occassions, windows won't stay up, steering wheel crooked, reservoir cap replaced twice, brake rotors out of round, rack and pinion replaced twice, fuel gauge replaced, driver window fixed 3 times, tires replaced 3 times in 4 years, child safety seat belt won't adjust and needs replacement.”
NHTSA complaint #858023, filed 2000-03“When driving at any speed and applying the brakes, the brakes were soft. When consumer went to apply brakes again, they went straight to the floorboard due to master cylinder failure. Also, consumer has had rotors and pads replaced. Dealer is aware of problem, and can't determine the cause.”
NHTSA complaint #840542, filed 1999-06Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 6 | 5% |
| 2003 | 14 | 13% |
| 2002 | 16 | 5% |
| 2001 | 11 | 2% |
| 2000 | 31 | 3% |
| 1999 | 30 | 3% |
| 1998 | 40 | 11% |
| 1997 | 21 | 6% |
| 1996 | 37 | 7% |
| 1995 | 53 | 9% |
| 1994 | 68 | 9% |
| 1993 | 27 | 7% |
Other parts of the 1997 Dodge Intrepid
83 complaintsSteering
61 complaintsEngine cooling
53 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
53 complaintsElectrical system
29 complaintsSuspension
23 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
23 complaintsAir bags
18 complaintsOther or unknown
16 complaintsExterior lighting
14 complaintsBody and structure
9 complaintsVehicle speed control
8 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1997 Dodge Intrepid
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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