1999 Dodge Intrepid Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 15about this part
- Share
- 2%of 997 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 84,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 15 complaints about the body and structure of the 1999 Dodge Intrepid, 2% of the 997 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 84,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Over usage of oil. Could not make it from one oil change to the next. Took it in faithfully every 3 months. Fans went out. Faulty intake replaced. A/c went out, drivers side window falls off track. Motor out in drives side back window. Passenger side door sticks and wont open. Engine blows. All major repairs occurred within a four month period, the minor items have been occurring for approx. A year. The car has low miles. I can no longer have repairs made to this vehicle and make payments at the same time. I will return it to the bank. …”
NHTSA complaint #10095859, filed 2004-10, 70,000 miles“The contact owns a 1999 Dodge Intrepid. The contact stated that while getting bags out of the trunk, the trunk lift support failed and impacted the contact's head. The contact sustained a bump on the head but did not seek medical attention. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or repaired. The manufacturer was notified about the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 95,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10659812, filed 2014-11, 95,000 miles“The contact owns a 1999 Dodge Intrepid. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked and the hood was raised while she was checking the oil. During the process, the hydraulic system that held the hood up failed and the hood collapsed on her head. The contact suffered minor injuries as a result. The vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 84,000. Updated 01/24/12 the consumer also stated she had the hydraulic lift replaced on the trunk several years ago. Updated 01/27/12”
NHTSA complaint #10439130, filed 2011-12, 84,000 miles“Front bumper has a long black plastic piece that hangs further down. Plastic piece scrapes, drags or gets caught on pavement and concrete parking barriers. Also, part would have been disregarded if a service technician at dealer didn't mention that part was required for cooling system. Part partially broken off and tied with a string. Please provide more information.”
NHTSA complaint #8011008, filed 2002-06“The front power windows fell down without using the controls. There were fuse/wiring shortages, headlight/interior light flickered without warning, the belts, main power train, A/C belt, and the compressor caught fire and the power steering had become inoperative. The doors did not close properly.”
NHTSA complaint #10019746, filed 2003-11Related 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 1999 Dodge Intrepid
698 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
95 complaintsSteering
59 complaintsElectrical system
56 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
49 complaintsBrakes
30 complaintsVehicle speed control
29 complaintsAir bags
22 complaintsEquipment
22 complaintsSuspension
20 complaintsExterior lighting
17 complaintsOther or unknown
17 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1999 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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