1998 Dodge Intrepid Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 9about this part
- Share
- 2%of 377 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 100,943miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 9 complaints about the body and structure of the 1998 Dodge Intrepid, 2% of the 377 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 100,943 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Window power motor had to be replaced, front end cradle taken apart/put back together for front end pull, engine oil light comes on, passanger door hinge 'pops' occasionally, rough idle, engine 'no starts', interior lights flash on and off perodically, chrysler arbitration process a joke.”
NHTSA complaint #703991, filed 1999-03“Power windows on all doors are inoperable. Windows will not come down. Also, power operated doors will periodically not open from inside. Dealer has replaced parts which has not corrected the problem. Please give any further details.”
NHTSA complaint #8001125, filed 2001-12“At 20000 miles brake rotors were warped, also, moldings around inside of doors do not fit properly, drivers side door can no longer be unlocked with key, key won't turn. Add additional information please.”
NHTSA complaint #877530, filed 2001-01“Whole undercarriage of the vehicle is severely rusted and corroded. The dealer is aware of the problem. The vehicle has been inspected by manufacturer. Nothing could be done about problem. Please provide any further details.”
NHTSA complaint #838061, filed 1999-05“Vehicle had vibration in the motor and transmission did not shift gears correctly. Consumer has taken vehicle to dealer 6 times, but was told by dealer that vehicle was fine, and that it was normal characteristic of vehicle. Cause was unknown. Radiator fan motor failed. Motor window regulator failed. Gearshift control faied. Rear strut assembly failed. Windshield wiper blade and windshieled pivot carrier assembly failed. A/c evaporator coil failed. Instrument panel trim failed. Battery failed. Door weather strip failed.”
NHTSA complaint #871131, filed 2000-09Related service bulletins
- 10220101Nov 20, 2019Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10220099Nov 20, 2019Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage…
- 10220097Nov 20, 2019Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 10169249Nov 20, 2019Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10169245Nov 20, 2019Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 3 | 2% |
| 2003 | 2 | 2% |
| 2002 | 4 | 1% |
| 2001 | 6 | 1% |
| 2000 | 13 | 1% |
| 1999 | 15 | 2% |
| 1998 | 9 | 2% |
| 1997 | 9 | 3% |
| 1996 | 23 | 5% |
| 1995 | 30 | 5% |
| 1994 | 58 | 8% |
| 1993 | 13 | 3% |
Other parts of the 1998 Dodge Intrepid
198 complaintsBrakes
40 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
36 complaintsElectrical system
33 complaintsSteering
29 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
28 complaintsAir bags
22 complaintsVehicle speed control
14 complaintsEquipment
12 complaintsSuspension
10 complaintsExterior lighting
8 complaintsOther or unknown
8 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1998 Dodge Intrepid
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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