2000 Dodge Intrepid Latches, locks and linkages Problems

“Car is a well maintained (all recommended service done at dealership). Driver side door failed to open using the inside door handle. Had to roll down window and reach to the outside door handle in order to open door. Feels like handle is no longer engaging the door lock. Experienced initial panic when I thought I was trapped in the car.”

“Approximately 2 years ago I had to replace the electric locking mechanism on the rear driver side door of my 2000 Dodge Intrepid. The unit began making a loud, sharp grinding noise when the car reached 15 MPH and the lock automatically locked. The unit had to be replaced because it quit working. Now I find the both passenger side units are making the same noise and have quit working. …”

“Had mild tapping sound from engine a few months ago, took vehicle to the mechanic and that is where I learned the reputation of the 2.7 liter engine. He advised that we should look for another vehicle before we became the latest victim. Unfortunately, on the way home from work one afternoon the engine started developing an even more pronounced clattering, knock and vibration; as if it were about to tear itself apart. Pulled over to avoid subjecting engine to even more damage. Had to have it towed home. …”

“There have been several problems with my 2000 Intrepid 2.7l. I have had to replace all the door lock motors at different times, starting all the way back from 1/8/04 and the final one was just this month (february.) I was having an issue with the car stalling out while I was driving it. Some times it would start back up while it was still coasting, other times it would take a long time before it would start again, leaving me sitting on the side of the road. When hooked up to a diagnostic machine it would not show what caused the malfunction. …”

“Vehicle: 2000 Dodge Intrepid; approximately mileage 39,100; garage kept; passenger side front power lock started making a very loud grinding noise in november 2004. I took the car to the dealership and the lock was replaced - cost was $250. I do not have the old door lock part. In december 2004, the passenger side back power lock started making the same noise. In february 2005, the drivers side back power lock started making the same noise. Also, this door would not unlock or open. The lock was stuck until the next day. I have not had these two door locks replaced yet. …”