2004 Dodge Intrepid Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 10about this part
- Share
- 8%of 129 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 77,926miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 10 complaints about the steering of the 2004 Dodge Intrepid, 8% of the 129 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 77,926 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
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.
“We are writing to let you know of a major car fire that occurred in our Dodge Intrepid. The driver was driving on the interstate. The hot/cold needle began moving up and down. Then the brakes gave out. Then, the power steering gave out. The car started smoking producing black chemical smoke into the cabin. Then, fire started shooting out of the vents. With no brakes and fire and smoke into the car, the driver was forced to jump out of the vehicle and roll onto the middle of the interstate with the car still going 30-40 MPH. …”
NHTSA complaint #11283205, filed 2019-12, 142,000 miles“After purchasing the 2004 Dodge Intrepid, my grand daughter noticed that there is excessive play in the steering wheel. I went to the internet and found that this a very common problem with a Dodge Intrepid from 1997 though 2004.”
NHTSA complaint #10263087, filed 2009-03, 77,157 miles“Clanking noise in front end when turning the steering wheel in reverse or forward gears on a 2004 Dodge Intrepid. Dealer says rack and pinion is leaking causing the clanking noise and needs replaced. Car is not really safe to drive down the road. Dealer nor chrysler will help with the repair I am told it is my expense at $1,300.00. Research on the web shows this is a defect with the manufacturers part and now I am expected to pay to fix it so I as a single mother can drive with my four children in this car that I make payments on!”
NHTSA complaint #10204026, filed 2007-09, 63,987 miles“My 2004 Dodge Intrepid with 80000 the rack and pinion needs to be replaced. I have also replaced the transmission at 50000. I believe this is not normal for a car.”
NHTSA complaint #10187513, filed 2007-04, 80,000 miles“I first noticed that the steering wheel was a bit off center and it has since gotten to the point that there is excessive play in the wheel and the vehicle is very difficult to control. The steering also makes a clunk noise when the wheel is turned back and forth. After doing some research and inspecting the steering system I found that the inner tie rod bushings are almost gone. This is an extremely dangerous design flaw and had it continued the bolts may have sheared and resulted in a total loss of steering. I will now need to replace the inner tie rod bushings, bolts, and plate.”
NHTSA complaint #10203157, filed 2007-09, 59,000 milesSteering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 10 | 8% |
| 2003 | 6 | 6% |
| 2002 | 15 | 5% |
| 2001 | 37 | 6% |
| 2000 | 80 | 8% |
| 1999 | 59 | 6% |
| 1998 | 29 | 8% |
| 1997 | 61 | 18% |
| 1996 | 152 | 30% |
| 1995 | 105 | 18% |
| 1994 | 75 | 10% |
| 1993 | 17 | 4% |
Other parts of the 2004 Dodge Intrepid
79 complaintsEngine
12 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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