The contact owns a 1999 Dodge Intrepid. While driving 55 mph, the engine failed and caused the contact to pull off the road. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and they stated that two of the connecting rods cracked and caused the failure. On August 26, 2007, while driving 25 mph, the engine made a rattling noise and shut down completely. The powertrain was unknown. The failure mileage was 52,803 and current mileage was 89,772.

- Flint, MI, USA

Total engine failure at 76000 miles due to oil sludge buildup within the engine. Car was maintained by manufacturer specifications.

- Bothell, WA, USA

The contact owns a 1999 Dodge Intrepid. While driving on the interstate at 55-60 miles per hour, the engine shut off. The manufacturer is familiar with the 2.7L engine failure. He filed a claim with the manufacturer, it was denied and they did not give him an explanation for the denial. The failure mileage was 154,000 and the current mileage was 167,000.

- Ashlin City, TN, USA

The contact owns a 1999 Dodge Intrepid. He stated that the oil pump caused all of the components associated with it to fail. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but the failure remained. The failure initially began approximately four months ago and occurred while driving 45 mph. The current mileage is 68,000, and failure mileage was 51,000.

- Harrisburg, IL, USA

Engine on 1999 Intrepid blew out last month at 80,000 miles. Oil changes and maintenance were done regularly. We are now paying $4760 to have another engine replaced.

- Montgomery, IL, USA

- while driving on the highway at 60 mph the contact saw the engine oil light turn on in the 1999 Dodge Intrepid. The contact also heard a ticking noise which came from the engine before the vehicle stalled. The contact attempted to restart the vehicle, but was not able to get it started. Failure mileage was at 86,400. The consumer stated exited the vehicle once the area was safe to discover the engine had seized. The consumer stated repairs exceeding $5,300. Updated 08/27/07

- Hoquiam, WA, USA

Hi, I'm someone who also has been beat up my Chrysler Intrepid. On wenesday Feb 7, 2007 I was at an auction and saw this great looking 1999 Chrysler Intrepid with only 78,000 miles on it. My girl needed a good dependable car to get to work, man I didn't want another car payment, so I was very happy when I won the bid. The car ran very well, quite, 78,000 and a Dodge, you could not do better than that (smile). Well that's not true, my smile quickly turned into resentment after having the car only 9 days and the motor blew up. When I first got the interpid, I took it and got the oil changed the very next day, we road good for 9 days. After the motor blew I had it taken to the Dodge dealership not knowing why the car had just stopped and would not start again. I'm telling myself that it couldn't be the motor, because it only had 78,000 miles on it and everyone knows an engine like that is in great shape. Well I was in for a rude awakening. As the service dept took me to my car the employee told me that I should look at getting another car. I said why is that" his answer was your engine is blown and the company wont let us work on them. What! isn't Dodge the maker of this car, why is it that you can't work on the car that your company made. His answer was the company just don't want us to touch them. If that isn't a dead give away on a bs engine what is, can someone please help me on what my rights or what I can do about this"

- Chattanooga, TN, USA

Engine started making a ticking noise. Lost power and seized up due to oil sludge.

- Edinboro, PA, USA

Oil sludge in the engine starved the bearings of oil. Ruined the crankshaft and the rods on the engine. Only 62,420 miles on the well maintained engine.

- Allegan , MI, USA

My 1999 Dodge Intrepid stopped on me on the highway. There was no indication of a problem. I was in stop and go traffic and reached over to turn on more heat. The car just died. I could not get it restarted. I had it towed to my home and had a mechanic come to the house to look the car over. His findings was the water pump was gone and the timing chain was gone. I have a 2.7 engine in my car. I called the dealership to ask the price of repair. The person on the phone knew before I said what type of engine, type car and year of my car. I told her it was a piece of junk. I have read many complaints on the internet about this engine. I will never buy another Dodge product. In fact I will be buying foreign cars. I would be interested in any type of class action suit that has been filed or will be filed.

- Memphis, TN, USA

: the contact stated while driving 70 mph, an odor of smoke was noticed. When the vehicle was slowed and pulled over to the right lane, the contact saw smoke coming from under the front hood. The vehicle was pulled off the road and the engine compartment burst into flames. The contact exited the vehicle, moved to a safe distance and called 911. The police and fire department responded to the call and reports were taken by both departments. Also, photographs were taken and the vehicle was towed to the contact's residence.

- Clio, MI, USA

Dodge Intrepid 1998 to latest model year. Engine 2.7L problem engine failure due to sludge. There is a design flaw in this engine caused by the water pump. The weep (vent) hole is located between the heads in the "V" valley of the engine block. The weep hole is to alert the owner or mechanic of a early sign that the water pump is about to fail. The problem is that the weep hole is located in the engine valley and cannot be seen. Any engine coolant that drains in the valley evaporates due to engine heat and time. As time goes on the front and last seal in the pump fails and coolant leaks into the engine oil causing sludge and engine failure. The weep hole should have been routed to the front of the engine so the owner mechanic can see a coolant leak. A water pump should never be in a location where it's failure could cause coolant to mix into the engine oil, this is the design flaw! this is why I feel that these engine fail with mileage of little as 30,000 miles. Water pumps can fail at any time with little or no warning. In this case with the 2.7L engine there is no warning what so ever. The car I have, I purchased with a failed engine and will repair the 2.7L engine and alter the weep hole with a small copper pipe and route it so it can be seen if coolant leaks. I have photo's of the weep hole if you need them.

- Pocatello, ID, USA

I was driving neighbor and grandson down interstate to destination 25 miles. Away. Approximately 20 miles into trip began to feel car pulling back as I tried to maintain highway speed of 60 mph. Car stalled as I exited interstate and every time I had to stop. Made it to destination and car completely shut down as I pulled in. Checked oil and radiator, oil down X1qt. Barely made it home, after resting car approx. 15 minutes using emergency lights the entire way home. Stalled 10 times after I exited interstate. Took to reputable mechanic, had to drive slow because car refused to accelerate. Found out timing chain broke, estimate $1,500 to repair. Received call 2 days later, engine shot due to piston and possible risk pin damage done to cylinders. It would cost much more money to diagnose exactly due to fact engine needed to be torn down. We bought car from individual in 2002, currently has only 93,000 miles sounds like Chrysler owes many people a great deal of money! will never buy Chrysler or Dodge car again.

- Colorado Springs, CO, USA

: the contact stated while traveling 20 mph, there was a loud banging noise, and then the vehicle was pulled over. The vehicle was turned off and it would not restart. The vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop, where it was determined there was oil sludge build up and the engine needed to be replaced.

- Champlin, MN, USA

: the contact stated the timing chain fractured and went through the engine valve. The vehicle has not been to a service dealer.

- Farmington, MI, USA

I purchased my 1999 Dodge Intrepid from a reputable firefighters in my area in 2004, this person reassured me that this car would be a reliable source of transportation for my family because he'd just put an engine and did other minor work, and showed and provided me with documentation. A year and a half later the car started running real crappy and eventually died. I've taken it to several reputable mechanics who gave me the same bad news that I was going to have to purchase another engine for my vehicle. Not only have I been unable to find this engine for a reasonable price but it seems as though no one wants to do the work on my car because they feel that it's a waist of their time and my money because "these engines are junk". how could this multi-billion dollar company do this us? please help.

- Akron, OH, USA

: the contact stated while driving on the toll way at 55-60 mph the vehicle started smoking. The engine suddenly stopped without warning. A puddle of oil was noticed on the pavement. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was determined there was a crack in the oil pan. After removing the oil pan the mechanic observed a rod had become detached and smashed the internal parts of the engine causing a crack in the oil pan. The engine needed to be replaced.

- Mchenry, IL, USA

Dodge Intrepid 2.7L motor failed in oiling system. While driving on freeway, oil light came on. Pulled over and there was tapping sound. Motor has est 65,000 miles on it. Towing to dealer, the dealer reported the motor is totaled and needs to be replaced. This was during our vacation, and the car is now over 1,500 miles from home. We have not resolved with the dealer how to dispose of the car.

- North Plains, OR, USA

On August 18, 2006 I was driving my 1999 Dodge Intrepid with the 2.7 engine and it made a knocking sound under the hood and then the engine cut out. My husband towed it home and replaced sensors, plugs, air filter, and other things. The car still wuldn't start. Talking to a friend who is a mechanic he informed us that more than likely our engine was blown. He said it is quite common in the 1999 Intrepid's with the 2.7 engines. He said Chrysler knows that there is a problem but chooses to do nothing about it. He also said that oil shops have disclaimers up stating that they are not responsible for oil sludge build-up in the 1999 Intrepid's with the 2.7 engine. We were told that "if" we could get an engine it would be over $4500 and that they were far and few between. You can't get a rebuilt engine because you will end up the same problem. I have notified Chrysler and they are "researching" the problem. I don't expect any help from them as I bought the car used but it is sad that this is the second Dodge product that I have had with problems. I previously owned an 89 Dodge Grand Caravan with the "lemon transmission." Needless to say my next car will not be a Chrysler product.

- Portage, MI, USA

I own a 1999 Dodge Intrepid car. It has about 100K miles. The engine, without warning, began making a grinding noise. At the end of the day, it left me stranded. I have talked to several Dodge dealerships, and they refuse to work on the engine.

- Brownsville, TX, USA