steering problem
8.3
pretty badTypical Repair Cost:
$1,280.00
Average Mileage:
79,600 miles
Number of complaints:
7 complaints
Most common solutions:
- replace rack and pinion (7 reports)
Helpful Websites About 2000 Dodge Intrepid rack and pinion steering needed replacement
2007Oct 17
Intrepid 2.7L
- Automatic transmission
- 90,500 miles
Dodge Intrepid 2.7 L....Makes you want to buy a Honda (which I did).
2007Jul 25
(reported on)Intrepid 2.7L V6
- Automatic transmission
- 114,000 miles
I have a 2000 Dodge Intrepid with 114000 miles. The car would drift from side to side and the steering was really loose. I took it in to find the problem i was told it needed an alignment.. did not fix it.. then the power steering needed flushed.. did not fix it.. next the power steering pump needed to be replaced... did not work either!! The only thing left was the rack and yep that was it!! $1700.00. If u can find the part because the dealer can't! I started looking around on the net and came across a web site specifically for dodge steering problems and u would not believe the accidents and deaths caused by failure of the rack!! This is a major safety problem!!!I called dodge and filed a complaint, told them about the website, they told me not to believe everything i read on the internet and that they have no knowledge of any complaints or problems with the rack. To make matters even worse the Intrepid is not the only dodge chrysler vehicle that is having these deadly problems..3000m, LHS, new yorker, concorde, vision. It is an outrage that this major corporation is aware of these serious safety problems and just turns the other cheek. Anyone that owns a dodge intrepid needs to check out www.dodgechryslersteeringproblems.com. It is unbelievable what is on this site. I will never buy or recommend another dodge chrysler to anyone on this earth. If u own one sell it if u can with a clear heart.
2007Feb 27
(reported on)Intrepid Standard 2.5L
- Automatic transmission
- 90,000 miles
I took my car to a local automotive shop two weeks ago and the mechanic told me that it was the outer tie rods. I paid like $160.00 (incl. labor & tax). I took the car back to him because the steering was still loose, now he's telling me that it's the rack and pinions. I was like WTF? I'm convinced that when a mechanic sees a woman coming--it means: dollar signs. Nevertheless, the job is gonna cost me $615.25. Other shops gave me estimates exceeding $650.00 and up. So, hopefully this will be the end of my problems. If not, I'm gonna be nothing nice the next go round. Simply, because I'm paying them ( the MECHANICS) to tell me WTF is wrong with my car, not to ASSUME what the problem is. After all, nobody has a money tree growing from their a$$.
2006Aug 13
(reported on)Intrepid
- 70,000 miles
I am surprised there are so few complaints on your web site. On other web sites they are talking about a class action law suit. And I agree. I owned a 57 chevy with half a million miles and the steering never had to be replaced. I asked a mechanic about dodge he said they are among the worse. I thought I did my homework before buying this lemon but I really didn't. I first wanted to be loyal to American name cars. Must buy American. They will give you good value. Maybe but I should have stayed with a Chevy. But I digress. I really liked the way the Intrepid looked the rated horsepower and the rated mpg. If I had looked at how cheaply the car was made it would have given me a clue. Is it no wonder Dodge has discontinued this model. I have had many dissapointments and system failures. AC unit went at 60,000 miles. Door locks soon after. Electrical system gremlins. Transmission slack bangs into 1st gear from day 1 if you don't baby the tranny. Low oil pressure light when will the engine seize only time will tell. Probably one of the noisiest cars suspension wise horrible sounding speakers. Cheap plastic trim in car that left gaps around doors. Does anyone want to buy a car? Kidding. I don't know about the newer dodge cars. But this one there should be a class action suit against. Buy a chevy or a ford.
2006Jul 10
(reported on)Intrepid
- 87,700 miles
Rack and pinion bad, steering locks up. I feel that a car should last longer than 6 years before something major has to be fixed. With the cost of things these days, technology is supposed to be making things better, but they don't seem to last as long as the old products before all these new modifications.
2006Jun 12
(reported on)Intrepid
- 70,000 miles
I took the car to the dealer two times before they found out what the problem was. I think because I am female, they thought I was crazy. When driving the steering wheel was very "loose" and would sway from side to side very easily. The dealer balanced the tires, and the next time rotated the tires and said all was okay. It kept doing it and was getting worse. Finally, they really looked at it and they determined that the rack and pinion had to be replaced. I didn't think that usually went "up" until a car had accumulated over 100,000 miles.
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2007May 12
(reported on)Intrepid RT 3.5
Car could not keep an alignment. Finally the dealer found this. at 35000. miles this should not be an issue. My wife drives this only to get the kid to school or go to the store. 35000 miles in a 7 year old car. dodge should fix this.
Jim W.
Renton, WA, USA
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