10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #3

Feb 122008

Intrepid 6-cyl

  • miles
Problems with the rack and pinion steering hesitant on turns when turning the steering wheel. Took it to hayward Dodge repair they told me that I needed a $4500 of repair this is along with some other things they say is wrong with the vech. They didn't acknowledge the main problem of the steering. Also after I picked up the vech. I was driving on the free way & my hood flew open & came through my windshield. I was charged $135 for this 21 point inspection. With my hood &winshield damaged I went back the next day, the service mgr.told me to take him to court they wont take responsibility for the damage.

- Dublin, CA, USA

problem #2

Oct 271997

Intrepid

  • miles
Sun roof- problem existed at time of sale, dealer aware that parts were defective and no replacements available. Still not fixed as of 5/24/1999. Car drifted to the left on flat roads and crowned highways-right lane. Drift was severe. Full lane change within 300 ft or less. Dealer response- all components set to manufacturer's specs. Nothing he can do. Last trip in March 1999 dealer noticed wear on tires and rotated them. Also ordered power steering pump and a steering idler arm. Car does not drift anymore. Front end has had a vibration from day 1. dealer can't seem to notice it of find out the cause. Changed tires, rotated tires, checked on brake discs, etc. Still no full solution. Vibration is less the first noticed but still present at 5/24/99. Some was corrected 12/08/1997, more remains. Lights do not seem to be bright enough or the throw pattern is wrong. Leaves blind, bark areas in front of car especially the high beams. Dealer response: Lights are set according to specs. They seem to throw lights more upward-short range and to the sides. Oncoming traffic complaints.

- Manlius, NY, USA

problem #1

Jul 271998

(reported on)

Intrepid

  • miles
Vehicle has been serviced for rough idling, hesitation and steering problems 3-4 times. Idling and hesitation still exists.

- Salem, NH, USA