3.7

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
34,000 miles

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problem #4

Jul 232004

Intrepid 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 66,000 miles
When the steering wheel was turned to the right, vehicle went to the left. Upon lifting the hood consumer noticed that the steering rod was hanging down off the gear box, and a sheared bolt was laying in the engine compartment that was cut in half. Vehicle was towed to the dealership, who indicated that gear box was in pieces and needed to be replaced.

- Corpus Christi, TX, USA

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problem #3

Jun 152000

Intrepid 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 70,000 miles
Defective steering gearbox bushings. Bushings went defective after 70,000 miles, most of which were highway miles. Have noticed knock when first starting to turn wheel progressively getting worse. Have called manufacturer who stated that it is not a defect in workmanship. It is a defect in workmanship.

- Prospect Park, PA, USA

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problem #2

Dec 201999

(reported on)

Intrepid

  • miles
There is a bolt loose in the steering gear, causing the tires to wear. Also causing the driver to lose control. Dealer has not seen vehicle.

- Orange City, FL, USA

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problem #1

Oct 221998

Intrepid

  • miles
While driving approximately 15 mph and attempting to make a right hand turn the wheel went right and the vehicle kept going straight. The manufacturer has been notified. Replaced parking brake, and fuel pump.

- E. Brunswick, NJ, USA

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