Chrysler Intrepid 2001
Model Intrepid made in 2001 by Chrysler got 35 consumer complains there is 1 recall as well as 9 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to air bags, electrical system and engine and engine cooling. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, engine and engine cooling and power train. There was one recall concerning seats .
Model 2001
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEATS - FRONT ASSEMBLY - RECLINER | ||||||||||||||||
| 03V035000 | DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION | from 09/01/1997 to 04/27/2002 | V (Vehicle) | 1066000 | 04/23/2003 | MFR | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 02/05/2003 | 02/12/2003 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain passenger vehicles, seat back recliner bolt breakage can occur resulting in the seat back reclining unexpectedly. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If the seat back unexpectedly reclines while the car is being driven, it could result in loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the recliner bolts. owner notification began on april 23, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Daimlerchrysler recall no. c04. customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||||
| 0802203 | 07/04/2003 | 10003413 | Headlamp/instrument panel illumination. 2004 models included. *tt | 10/20/2003 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| 0900203 | 03/14/2003 | 10002279 | Engine stumble and/or misfire - malfunction indicator lamp illumination. *tt | 08/20/2003 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM) | |||||
| 0801505 | 03/02/2005 | 10013731 | Powertrain control module initialization. *sc | 04/26/2005 | |
| SEATS | |||||
| 2301901 | 08/10/2001 | 623210 | Some vehicles may have a power seat adjuster loose fore/aft.*slc | 10/26/2001 | |
| STRUCTURE - BODY | |||||
| 2304702 | 05/04/2004 | 2301304 | 10007922 | Interior front door handle/bezel replacement. *mj | 07/15/2004 |
| 2301103 | 05/09/2003 | 10002403 | Sag or rattle at rear of headliner. *tt | 08/27/2003 | |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | |||||
| 2600701 | 07/01/2001 | 623255 | Information regarding service/diagnostic manual revisions. *slc | 10/26/2001 | |
| 0804200 | 12/29/2000 | 618399 | Subject regarding remote keyless entry transmitter programming. *jb | 04/12/2001 | |
| VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM | |||||
| 2400901 | 08/03/2001 | 240200 | 623243 | Subject pertaining to a/c heater performance.*slc | 10/26/2001 |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS - FRONTAL | |||
| 01/22/2004 | 1 | ||
| I was involved in an accident where i impacted another vehicle (t-bone) and i was the head on collision. my airbag on my dodge intrepid 2001 did not deploy the crash was head on at 50 mph. *la | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||
| 04/24/2009 | 98000 | 1 | 06/11/2008 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chrysler intrepid. the contact purchased the vehicle in february of 2008. three days later, the shifter cable failed without warning. the dealer replaced the component. in approximately april of 2008, the ignition switch failed and was also covered by the dealer. in addition, the driver's side window would not roll back up properly. a month ago, the vehicle shut off and was taken to the dealer. the contact was informed that the vehicle's computer system had completely failed. the computer system was replaced at the contact's expense. the connector rod in the engine snapped, which caused the engine to fail. currently, the vehicle is inoperable. the contact feels that the failures were due to manufacturer defects. the failure mileage was 98,000. updated 07/01/09 *bf the pcm was replaced. updated 07/02/09.*jb | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||
| 08/21/2007 | 97000 | 2 | 06/23/2006 |
| My 2001 dodge intrepid blew due to sludge buildup under 100,000 miles. while driving it the temp. light came on. on the way to the hospital to have our baby. we turned on the heater to cool the engine down but no heat came out. then my car died smoke was rolling out the back. *jb | |||
| 03/08/2004 | 75435 | 2 | 03/23/2002 |
| First thing is that the rack and pinion failed. got it repaired and then tie rod fell off. was driving down the road one day, the car started smoking and just cut off. got it off the road but it would not start after that. the car only has 75,435 miles on it. *jb | |||
| 07/31/2006 | 76000 | 1 | 01/01/2005 |
| Dt*: the contact stated on 7-31-06 while stopped and getting ready to turn, the vehicle suddenly stalled without warning. the check engine light did not illuminate in the vehicle. the vehicle was towed to a local mechanic who determined the engine needed to be replaced due to the timing chain going out. prior to this incident, the oil was changed. the contact maintained the vehicle's oil changes every 3,000-4,000 miles, yet the mechanic informed the contact the oil was very thick. the dealership has been informed. | |||
| 03/19/2005 | 89000 | 1 | |
| Consumer was driving and heard a noise coming from the engine. consumer made it home, checked the oil, and found it was almost empty. what was left had a sludge build up. consumer searched the internet to find the sludge build up complaints.*ak | |||
| 09/30/2004 | 67000 | 1 | |
| While driving 40 mph vehicle stalled. consumer restarted the vehicle. dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak | |||
| 06/22/2004 | 1 | ||
| While driving vehicle stalled. consumer pulled vehicle off the road, and was unable to restart the vehicle. it was towed to an independent repair shop, and mechanic determined engine needed to be replaced. manufacturer was notified.*ak | |||
| 06/02/2004 | 56000 | 2 | |
| While driving at any speed a dashboard light and a bell notified consumer that an engine problem was evident. once the vehicle was slowed down and stopped it would not start for the consumer. dealer examined the vehicle and could not determine what caused the problem. *ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM | |||
| 10/09/2007 | 86875 | 1 | 04/07/2002 |
| I had my car oil changed regularly, while driving 55 mph, i heard a loud knocking sound. i took it to an independent shop, who informed me that the timing chain tensioners broke, after they got the engine apart, it was so sludged up and impossible to fix. said this was the reason, there was no other warning that something was wrong. my warranty had expired 6 mos. previously, when i called chrysler they said it was not their problem. i was lucky to be able to borrow funds to pay $6,000.00 for a new engine, as i have a physical handicap i require a vehicle,and had this happened in the country , it would have been worse because i cannot walk any distance. the mechanic told me these were a faulty engine and should have maybe had a recall. *tr | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||
| 06/18/2009 | 60000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chrysler intrepid with a 2.7 liter engine. the contact stated that while driving 30 mph the engine backfired without any prior warnings. as a consequence, the risk of a vehicle crash and a fire were increased. the vehicle was towed his place of residence for inspection and a mechanic concluded that the engine was a manufacturers defect. the vehicle identification number was unavailable. the manufacturer was not notified. the failure mileage and current mileages were 60,000. | |||
| 07/14/2009 | 80000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chrysler intrepid. while driving 70 mph, the engine began to knock loudly. the contact had the vehicle towed to a mechanic and was informed that the engine failed. the engine had never been serviced prior to the failure and there were no warning lights illuminated. the engine oil and fluids were checked and replaced three weeks prior to the failure. the dealer and manufacturer have not been notified. the vin was unknown. the failure mileage was 80,000. | |||
| 04/24/2009 | 98000 | 1 | 06/11/2008 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chrysler intrepid. the contact purchased the vehicle in february of 2008. three days later, the shifter cable failed without warning. the dealer replaced the component. in approximately april of 2008, the ignition switch failed and was also covered by the dealer. in addition, the driver's side window would not roll back up properly. a month ago, the vehicle shut off and was taken to the dealer. the contact was informed that the vehicle's computer system had completely failed. the computer system was replaced at the contact's expense. the connector rod in the engine snapped, which caused the engine to fail. currently, the vehicle is inoperable. the contact feels that the failures were due to manufacturer defects. the failure mileage was 98,000. updated 07/01/09 *bf the pcm was replaced. updated 07/02/09.*jb | |||
| 12/15/2007 | 1 | ||
| Have a 2001 intrepid, 2.7 engine. engine failed while driving putting my life and more importantly the life of my 8 year old daughter in danger. seems a known issue with this engine and chrysler. now upside down in the car and only financial pain in my immediate future. what's needed: the us government should hold chrysler responsible for selling a clearly defective engine. *tr | |||
| 10/27/2006 | 119718 | 1 | 03/12/2006 |
| Engine failure without warning! | |||
| 11/03/2005 | 98000 | 1 | |
| Dt: the contact stated the engine failed while driving at 65 mph. the vehicle was towed to a repair shop. the serviceman said that the engine would have to be replaced. the antifreeze leaked into the oil. the engine locked. the manufacturer has not been contacted. the contact does not plan to repair the vehicle.*ak | |||
| 08/21/2005 | 50400 | 1 | 04/10/2002 |
| Dt: the caller said that while driving 55 mph and slowing down the engine blew out. she was able to get the vehicle off the road, and had to have it towed to a repair shop and later to the dealer, who said it would cost the caller $4700 to $7000 to fix. it. manufacturer said they will not do anything for free because the warranty expired. the consumer explained that the engine has not been repair yet because she cannot afford to pay approximately $6000 for a new engine. *ak *nm | |||
| 01/17/2004 | 98000 | 1 | 07/15/2001 |
| Engine failure -knocking in engine- no notice-----put car in shop--said bearing -bolts--fell out of engine into oil pan...2.7 engine. can't afford even a used or remanufactured one to replace--price to high due to supply and demand from failure of this engine for 1998 thru 2001 intrepids.*jb | |||
| 10/01/2003 | 67345 | 2 | 07/01/2001 |
| While driving 50 mph, the vehicle stalled. *ak the consumer was told that the engine contained sludge build up after having the timing chain tensioner changed. the consumer had the engine flushed two times to improve the sludge problem. after that, the vehicle stalled when the vehicle was in motion at highway speeds. the timing chain had blown and caused engine damage. the timing chain was changed at the dealer who changed the timing tensioner. the consumer found that there were numerous cases of this problem in chrysler vehicles. (the tube that brings the oil up into the engine clogs up, resulting in an under-oiled engine, showing the fault being the owners) the consumer requested that chrysler cover the cost of the engine replacement. also, the brakes pulsated and the trunk lock was broken. *sc *jb | |||
| 05/14/2004 | 79000 | 1 | 08/01/2001 |
| While driving 40 mph, the vehicle stalled. the dealer stated that the oil pump cracked which allowed metal debris inside the engine. *ak *sc *jb | |||
| 50000 | 1 | ||
| Vehicle stalled while driving at 35 mph. vehicle was towed to independent repair shop, and they indicated the need to replace the engine.*ak | |||
| 07/31/2003 | 31400 | 1 | 12/21/2001 |
| 2001 chrysler intrepid with 2.7 engine. we were driving at 35 mph in a residential area, when the engine seemed to hesitate briefly, and then blew up. 31,400 miles on the engine, oil changed every 3000 miles. it has been sitting in the dealers lot for 1 week now, and no response from the dealer. | |||
| 07/18/2003 | 62000 | 1 | 08/10/2001 |
| Engine failure.62k miles. 2.7 motor. seems dealer felt sludge build up caused plugging of hydraulic timing chain tensioner. oil changes done frequently(before manual req). cost to reapir 8750.00. dealer does not sell short/long blocks. dealer believed to have changed design part & # due to small oil port hole. no satisfaction at dealer or chrysler. numerous complaints found on line for this condition-enter chrysler 2.7 engine problems for search. class action law suit sign up on line as well. failure cuses engine to quit-obviously>resultant loss of power and steering/braking. | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||
| 12/13/2004 | 85600 | 1 | 11/10/2004 |
| Defect in motor design, motors self destruction at 90000 mi or less. son was driving car on interstate, tried to pass truck, motor blew, narrowly missed causing an accident. after numerous phone calls to repair shops i've been told these 2.7 liter v6 motors are junk. they have a defect with the oil pump. when you accelerate the oil t is pumped to the top of the motor, making the oil pump run dry and starve the main bearing on the lower end. this should have been a recall on all 2.7 liter v6 motors. i just bought the car for my son, he only had it 2 weeks. i paid cash $5,500.00. gone, car not worth repairing. what a rip off.*ak | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS | |||
| 12/15/2002 | |||
| Driving the vehicle in the fog there is little visibility. the head lights makes it hard to see. ph | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER | |||
| 09/30/2004 | 67000 | 1 | |
| While driving 40 mph vehicle stalled. consumer restarted the vehicle. dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak | |||
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - TRUNK LID - LOCK | |||
| 10/01/2003 | 67345 | 2 | 07/01/2001 |
| While driving 50 mph, the vehicle stalled. *ak the consumer was told that the engine contained sludge build up after having the timing chain tensioner changed. the consumer had the engine flushed two times to improve the sludge problem. after that, the vehicle stalled when the vehicle was in motion at highway speeds. the timing chain had blown and caused engine damage. the timing chain was changed at the dealer who changed the timing tensioner. the consumer found that there were numerous cases of this problem in chrysler vehicles. (the tube that brings the oil up into the engine clogs up, resulting in an under-oiled engine, showing the fault being the owners) the consumer requested that chrysler cover the cost of the engine replacement. also, the brakes pulsated and the trunk lock was broken. *sc *jb | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM) | |||
| 04/24/2009 | 98000 | 1 | 06/11/2008 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chrysler intrepid. the contact purchased the vehicle in february of 2008. three days later, the shifter cable failed without warning. the dealer replaced the component. in approximately april of 2008, the ignition switch failed and was also covered by the dealer. in addition, the driver's side window would not roll back up properly. a month ago, the vehicle shut off and was taken to the dealer. the contact was informed that the vehicle's computer system had completely failed. the computer system was replaced at the contact's expense. the connector rod in the engine snapped, which caused the engine to fail. currently, the vehicle is inoperable. the contact feels that the failures were due to manufacturer defects. the failure mileage was 98,000. updated 07/01/09 *bf the pcm was replaced. updated 07/02/09.*jb | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL) | |||
| 07/01/2003 | 1 | ||
| Consumer stated that gear indicator shift cable broke while driving the vehicle. dealer notified. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 10/01/2003 | 67345 | 2 | 07/01/2001 |
| While driving 50 mph, the vehicle stalled. *ak the consumer was told that the engine contained sludge build up after having the timing chain tensioner changed. the consumer had the engine flushed two times to improve the sludge problem. after that, the vehicle stalled when the vehicle was in motion at highway speeds. the timing chain had blown and caused engine damage. the timing chain was changed at the dealer who changed the timing tensioner. the consumer found that there were numerous cases of this problem in chrysler vehicles. (the tube that brings the oil up into the engine clogs up, resulting in an under-oiled engine, showing the fault being the owners) the consumer requested that chrysler cover the cost of the engine replacement. also, the brakes pulsated and the trunk lock was broken. *sc *jb | |||
| 04/15/2003 | 1 | ||
| While driving the vehicles brakes locked up. the dealer was notified. *nlm | |||
| STEERING - LINKAGES - TIE ROD ASSEMBLY | |||
| 03/08/2004 | 75435 | 2 | 03/23/2002 |
| First thing is that the rack and pinion failed. got it repaired and then tie rod fell off. was driving down the road one day, the car started smoking and just cut off. got it off the road but it would not start after that. the car only has 75,435 miles on it. *jb | |||
| STEERING - RACK AND PINION | |||
| 03/08/2004 | 75435 | 2 | 03/23/2002 |
| First thing is that the rack and pinion failed. got it repaired and then tie rod fell off. was driving down the road one day, the car started smoking and just cut off. got it off the road but it would not start after that. the car only has 75,435 miles on it. *jb | |||
| 1 | 07/03/2002 | ||
| When the consumer tried to turn the steering wheel, it became stuck. the vehicle was taken to a mechanic who repaired the rack and pinion. *jb | |||
| VISIBILITY - POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS | |||
| 04/24/2009 | 98000 | 1 | 06/11/2008 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chrysler intrepid. the contact purchased the vehicle in february of 2008. three days later, the shifter cable failed without warning. the dealer replaced the component. in approximately april of 2008, the ignition switch failed and was also covered by the dealer. in addition, the driver's side window would not roll back up properly. a month ago, the vehicle shut off and was taken to the dealer. the contact was informed that the vehicle's computer system had completely failed. the computer system was replaced at the contact's expense. the connector rod in the engine snapped, which caused the engine to fail. currently, the vehicle is inoperable. the contact feels that the failures were due to manufacturer defects. the failure mileage was 98,000. updated 07/01/09 *bf the pcm was replaced. updated 07/02/09.*jb | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00 | COQUITLAM,BC CANADA | COQUITLAM CHRYSLER | ||
| ID | TWIN FALLS | 83303 | ROB GREEN PONTIAC BUICK GMC | 208 7331823 |
| IN | MISHAWAKA | 46545 | GURLEY LEEP DODGE | 574-271-3715 |
| KY | LOUISVILLE | CARDNAIL DODGE | ||
| KY | PADUCAH | PARK AVENUE CHRYSLER | ||
| MI | FARMINGTON HILLS | BOB SAKS | ||
| NJ | MT EPHRIAM | 08059 | MOUNT EPHRAIM DODGE | 856-931-1122 |
| NY | KENMORE | 14217 | KANE-DOYLE JEEP | 716-873-1097 |
| NY | ROCHESTER | 14626 | DOAN DODGE | 716 352 6600 |
| NY | WILLIAMSVILLE | 14221 | TRANSITOWNE DODGE | 7166348000 |
| OH | KENTON | 43326 | SUPERIOR AUTO, INC | 4196734154 |
| SC | ROCK HILL | 29732 | AMERICAR, INC. | 803-3292227 |
| WI | NEENAH | 54956 | MIGHTY AUTO SALES | 920-720-5100 |