2004 Dodge Intrepid Engine cooling Problems
- Complaints
- 79about this part
- Share
- 61%of 129 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 72,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 79 complaints about the engine cooling of the 2004 Dodge Intrepid, 61% of the 129 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 72,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved and 2 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“With no warning my car cut off in middle of road. Was able to start it and get to parking lot but it was sputtering. Dealer replaced the cam shaft position censor ($400) now my oil light comes on while at an idle even though there is plenty of oil. I have been told it is probably the oil pressure sending unit but not sure yet.”
NHTSA complaint #10222636, filed 2008-03, 71,000 miles“Overheating. I have had a new radiator put in. 2 new thermostats, cooling system flushed twice, new radiator cap, new top and bottom radiator hose, and my car still overheats. I bought this car thinking it would be a good car. But I don't feel safe in this vehicle at all.”
NHTSA complaint #10417733, filed 2011-08, 224,935 miles“Engine failure. 2004 Dodge Intrepid. Low oil pressure light on dash flickers, found out that 2.7 engine is known for this problem costing $5500.00 dollars for new engine. My family and I bought this car brand new and have relentlessly had oil changed through the years every 3000 miles.”
NHTSA complaint #10342969, filed 2010-07, 112,000 miles“I had an oil change on 12-9-06 no problems seen by the ase mechanic. 1-3-07 while driving home from work, engine started to knock, safely pulled over, shut off the car and it would not start again. The engine was locked up. Had it towed to midas where I had my oil change done. Then to the engine shop where it cost me 5604.00 to have a brand new engine installed.”
NHTSA complaint #10183769, filed 2007-02, 82,120 miles“Water pump and timing chain needed to be replaced, when mechanic took the car apart, the engine was full of oil sludge. He said the engine was dead. The car is a 2004 Intrepid with just over 72000 miles. I am voluntarily reopening the car back to chrysler. I still owe around 3800.”
NHTSA complaint #10297797, filed 2010-01, 72,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10223854Sep 7, 2016Service - Four Piece Oil Pan Gasket All Cummins Equipped Vehicles ONLY - The replacement oil pan gasket can be a four piece gasket rather than a single piece gasket. This applies…
- 10191460Feb 26, 2016Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
- 10229181Feb 12, 2015Part Description: 5.7L Long Block Issue Description: This 5.7L Long Block Assembly is compatible with both EGR and Non-EGR applications. An EGR Block-Off Plate (53032739AA) must…
- 10223602Feb 12, 2015Part Description: 5.7L Long Block Issue Description: This 5.7L Long Block Assembly is compatible with both EGR and Non-EGR applications. An EGR Block-Off Plate (53032739AA) must…
Engine cooling: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 79 | 61% |
| 2003 | 61 | 58% |
| 2002 | 207 | 63% |
| 2001 | 520 | 79% |
| 2000 | 785 | 74% |
| 1999 | 698 | 70% |
| 1998 | 198 | 53% |
| 1997 | 53 | 15% |
| 1996 | 83 | 16% |
| 1995 | 67 | 11% |
| 1994 | 72 | 10% |
| 1993 | 51 | 13% |
Other parts of the 2004 Dodge Intrepid
12 complaintsSteering
10 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
10 complaintsAir bags
7 complaintsElectrical system
7 complaintsBrakes
6 complaintsSuspension
5 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsTires
3 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2004 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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