The consumer was on the freeway going 65 mph when the engine stalled. The consumer made it across five lanes and the vehicle stopped and was eventually towed. The engine was defective because sludge was found in the engine..

- Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, USA

A banging noise was heard coming from the front of the vehicle and then the vehicle stalled. The consumer tried to restart the vehicle, but was unable to do so. The consumer had the vehicle towed. The consumer believed the problem was with the engine.

- Montague, NJ, USA

While attempting to make a left turn onto the freeway vehicle stopped. Vehicle was towed, and it was discovered that engine was defective.

- Grand Rapids, MI, USA

Re: gunn Dodge S169880 404. Soon after the "service check engine light" illuminated, the consumer learned the engine had to be replaced. The dealership was contacted and their response was that they couldn't do anything because it had been three years. The consumer noted her complaint and there was no reason why a three year old vehicle needed to have the engine replaced.

- Newport News, VA, USA

While driving 35 mph engine failed. The consumer stated that the timing belt failed and destroyed the engine. Dodge service dealer stated that oil sludge build up destroyed the engine.

- Havertown, PA, USA

Complete engine failure due to seizure of bearing on water pump and related damage to timing chain and engine intake and exhaust valves -- cost to repair exceeds value of vehicle -- vehicle milewage equals 85,000 miles age of vehicle equals four model years

- Albany, NY, USA

Sitting in traffice when oil light came on. Immediatly pulled into parking lot and turned off car. Blown engine. Company said it was due to sludge in engine even though I changed the oil regulary. Called Chrysler about the warrenty and they refuse to replace it because of lack of maintanance. Was treated rudly and cussed at by thier customer service rep. Can't afford the 6500 dollars to replace it.

- Williamsville, NY, USA

The engine on my 2000 Dodge Intrepid failed at about 55,000 miles.

- Indianapolis, IN, USA

While driving 45 mph vehicle stalled. Consumer was unable to restart vehicle, and had it towed to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that engine blew out, and needed to be replaced.

- Orlando, FL, USA

While driving 30 mph engine failed. As a result, consumer had to get the vehicle towed. The consumer indicated that Dodge is aware of a defect in their 2.7L engines. Apparently the oil does not circulate properly and sludge builds up in the engine.

- Baltimore, MD, USA

While starting the vehicle it failed to start. Vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the engine blew out and needed to be replaced. Cooling system was not keeping the engine oil C ool enough, causing the oil to boil. This caused the primary tensioner to fail, resulting in engine malfunctioning. New engine costm$600 and primary tensioner $100.

- Genoa, IL, USA

Complaint regarding 2000 Dodge Intrepid. The vehicle's engine made noise when started on cold days. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several time but they were unable to duplicate the problem. The service manager later informed the consumer that the engine had sludge in it due to lack of lubrication. The dealer later indicated that the vehicle's warranty would not cover the repairs.

- Indianapolis, IN, USA

First my tps sensor went out no car, 2 days; then my map sensor went out no car,2 days; then oil leaked from the engine onto the starter causing it to stop working no car, 3 days; then the engine started knocking. I stopped driving it South holland Dodge gave me a written estimate of 7000 no car, 17 days and counting.

- Dolton, IL, USA

This is not a safety issue, it's an expense & aggravation issue. I bought a 2000 Chrysler (made in Canada) Intrepid from a local Chrysler dealer. I have less than 51,000 miles on it and the engine is destroyed. Two repair garages have told me the 2.7 ltr engine in these cars have been faulty. I called Chrysler's home office today. There is no extended warranty and they are offering no reimbursement. A remanufactured engine was estimated at almost $5,000. I would like to know if there is a class action suit against chrylser re: This engine at this time and how I would go about joining in it, if so.

- Cheektowaga, NY, USA

I have a 2000 Dodge Intrepid with 2.7 engine that stopped running while I was on the freeway. I luckily was able to merge over to the side of the road with no power without getting in an accident. My car had to be towed to a Chrysler dealer. We were quoted $6,500 for a new rebuild engine due to our old engine being full of sludge. Our warranty was 75,000 miles and they refuse to help us. We are finding out more and more information about the Chrysler 2.7 engine and it's problems. The dealer wants you to believe the engine failure is your fault but it is clearly an engine defect that causes the sludge build up. We now have a car that is worth nothing because it isn't running and still owe about $9,000 on the loan. Please review this and other complaints and have Chrysler do the right thing and recall these motors and help the consumers. Thank you!

- Bothell, WA, USA

We regularly serviced our car and did not have any problems leading up to our engine failure. After leaving work one evening, I started my car up and it sounded like a muffled motorcycle in the engine. We had just checked the oil level five days prior to the engine going out and the level was fine, but upon checking it that night it read that there was no oil in the car. We took took it to our shop; they recommended that we take it to the dealer. The mechanic at the dealership told us that there was major sludge build up and the oil must be burning internally. Our indicator lights, which work, never even came on to alert us to a problem with the oil or engine, and we never experienced any oil leaking. After them taking it apart to find the problem and putting it back together they said that the timing was off and they could not guarantee how long the car would drive. It cost us $600 and we had to have it towed home because the car would no longer run. It would have cost us another $250 for them to put it back together with not even a day guarantee of running. We opted for the $75 tow.. they told us at the dealership that a used engine would run about $3000/new $6000 or we could trade our car in, which we still owe $9000 on, and they would give us $300 on the trade-in. They said that they could get us a "new" Dodge Intrepid that has the "new" engines in them. The mechanic stated that not only did he have the same car with the same problem (which he got rid of) but that there were two other Intrepids there for servicing with the exact same problem. Obviously, there is problem with these cars. We are now left with trying to buy a used engine or buy a used car. Either way we are left with a hefty note to pay and a car that looks nice but doesn't run.

- Overland Park, KS, USA

(1) December 02, 2003. Check engine light came on and car was taken to dealership for repair. Dealer specified that the the cam sensor and ignition coil needed replacing and oil was being sent throught the PCV valve hose into the air box and throttle body. Their repairs repairs included "cleaning out the oil", however no mention of known quality issues in the 2.7L engine, that would eventually result in engine failure. (2) August 11, 2004. While driving down interstate 75 in the detroit metro area, the check engine light came on and the engine died. I managed to navigate the car through interstate traffic and onto the shoulder without the engine and any power steering. (3) the car is currently non-functional and estimates for repairs have exceeded $7000. Upon further investigation, I have discovered that the 2000 Dodge Intrepid 2.7L engine has known quality issues that result in engine failure.

- Utica, MI, USA

While driving 45 mph vehicle stalled. Consumer was unable to restart vehicle, and had it towed to the dealer for inspection. Mechanic determined that the motor needed to be replaced.

- West Chester, OH, USA

(1) I was driving my 2000 Dodge Intrepid and a clicking noise began to come from the engine area. The clicking noise proceeded to get louder and louder at which point I parked the car in a parking lot and called a relative to pick me up. I originally purchased this previously owned vehicle from carmax in 2001 with 20,000 miles. The car now has 80,000 miles and has received regular maintenance. (2) I had my vehicle towed to a local shop and was informed the engine needed to be replaced due to sludge buildup in the engine. Two other local shops also suggested replacing the engine due to the same reason. I was further notified that many people have had the same engine problem with this vehicle and that there should be a recall for this problem. (3) currently, I am getting engine replaced with remanufactured engine for around $4,900.

- Annapolis, MD, USA

While driving engine shut down. Vehicle was towed to dealer, and it was discovered that the timing chain and crank shaft were defective. The vehicle's check engine light illuminated on five different occasion. Each time the vehicle was taken to be service but no codes were found in the vehicle computer. Eventually the vehicle stalled and it was determined that a new engine was needed.

- Hurlock, MD, USA