4.5

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
24,374 miles

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problem #4

Jul 232004

Intrepid 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 97,497 miles
My 1997 Dodge Intrepid has had steering problems starting with power steering assist leakage, resulting in two replacements. But now the steering rack has fallen apart resulting in loss of steering control of the car. Luckily it happened at low speed because it could have been fatal at highway speeds. I know this car has significant defects which Chrysler refuses to accept. I will not repair until Chrysler has the opportunity to make the repair.

- Indianapolis, IN, USA

problem #3

Nov 121997

Intrepid

  • miles
Defective steering rack broke 3 times, causing difficulties with steering. This may cause a crash.

- Taylors, SC, USA

problem #2

Nov 012000

Intrepid

  • miles
Dealer advised clunking from front of vehicle was bad steering rack. Steering rack should not be bad on a car that is only 3 yr old. Dealer would be happy to replace it for $1200. Not! this is a serious safety issue affecting the directional stability of the vehicle. This vehicle has not been abused in the least and for the steering rack to be bad after only 3 yrs and 60,000 miles is absurd and certainly indicative of a defect. There are 3 tsb's and 8 other ODI complaints that directly address this defect. The only thing worse than not being able to steer a car is not being able to stop it. I cannot stress the seriousness of this defect enough. I hope Chrysler will do the right thing and replace these bad racks and make the Intrepid a safe car to drive.

- Brockport, NY, USA

problem #1

Sep 091999

Intrepid

  • miles
While driving down the road and when turning the wheel heard a clicking noise. Contacted the dealer was told vehicle needed a new steering rack.

- Fredericksburg, VA, USA