While driving the fuel light illuminated on the dashboard then the vehicle stalled. Consumer contacted dealership on four separate occasions, but the problem still occurs. After further inspection it was determined that the engine had blown.

- Downingtown, PA, USA

While driving 55-60 mph engine dropped to 30 mph. Consumer was able to pull out of the road where the vehicle stalled. Vehicle was towed to the dealer, and mechanic determined engine needed to be replaced.

- Geneva, IL, USA

Upon pulling into a parking space there was a knocking noise coming from underneath the hood, then, vehicle stalled. Engine locked up because of oil sludge. This occurred because engine overheated, per dealer.

- Blossom, TX, USA

The engine blew and the vehicle stalled. This occurred when the accelerator pedal was depressed to increase speed upon changing lanes. The consumer was able to coast over to the median. The dealership indicated that the crank shaft bearing had seized up which stop the flow of oil to the engine.

- Geneva, IL, USA

While driving at undetermined speed vehicle stalled. Consumer towed vehicle towed to the dealer, and mechanic determined that engine failed.

- New Haven, CT, USA

On February 2, 2004 car began to make a clacking noise - sounded like oil was not getting into the crankcase. Had car towed to a mechanic the next day. Timing chain broke when mechanic started the car to diagnose. Diagnosed as engine sludge problem - mechanic said that he has seen this problem on this type of engine at much lower mileages. Need to replace the engine - approximately $5000.

- Madison, WI, USA

While driving vehicle stalled. Consumer had vehicle towed to the dealer for analysis, and mechanic determined that the engine needed to be replaced due to sludge build up.

- Riverdale, GA, USA

Dodge Intrepid motor locked up due to sludge.

- Blossom, TX, USA

Oil sludge in 2000 Dodge Intrepid with 3.2 6 cyl engine. Noted noisy valve in left cylinder head. During inspection of valve train found rocker arm shaft filled with sludge blocking oil passage to rocker arms. Right valve trained also had a large amount of sludge in rocker arm shaft. Cleaned shaft and inspected valve train for excessive wear. Valve train wear still within limits as prescribed by Chrysler/Dodge. Inspected oil pan and noted a large amount of sludge in the pan. Further inspections revealed oil pick up tube 90% blocked, and the oil pump housing scored from damaged gear out of the factory. Replaced oil pump assembly, pick up tube, crankshaft bearings, and connecting rod bearings. This defect was caught and corrected before any severe damage to the engine occurred. Had it not, result would be an engine locked up due to lack of lubrication. This car is maintained regularly, with frequent oil changes, and has highway mileage on it. Dodge denies any oil nitration/sludge problem on the 3.2 engine. Noted several reports of the same problem from several owners.

- Barnesville, GA, USA

Engine locked up, and the air conditioner malfunctioned.

- Aliquippa, PA, USA

Vehicle made a clicking noise, engine shut off, and would not restart. Vehicle was towed to a mechanic. The mechanic determined that there was slug in motor, and motor needed to be replaced.

- Washington, NJ, USA

Vehicle stalled in the middle of the intersection. Engine must be replaced.

- Aurora, IL, USA

While driving 60 mph vehicle stalled. Vehicle was towed to the dealer, and technician indicated that engine needed to be replaced.

- Saint Peters, MO, USA

The dealer has installed two rebuilt engines in the vehicle within the last year. The dealer could not determine why the engines continue to malfunction. Please provide any additional information.

- Independence, MO, USA

While driving between 65 - 70 mph consumer heard a flapping noise. Consumer pulled over and turned vehicle off to inspect. Vehicle wouldn't restart. Vehicle was towed to a dealership, and mechanic indicated that noise was due to engine failure. The engine had sludge build up. Prior to the engine failure vehicle had had an oil change. This might have been caused by fuel pump failure.

- Marietta, GA, USA

While driving 40 mph, consumer noticed that oil light came on, and then vehicle stalled. Consumer tried to restart vehicle several times, but to no avail.

- Philadelphia, PA, USA

Sludge in the motor was causing engine failure.

- South San Francisco, CA, USA

While driving 60 mph vehicle stalled. Consumer managed to pull over, and had the vehicle towed.

- Abilene, TX, USA

I purchased a new 2000 Dodge Intrepid April 15, 2000. While on my way to thanksgiving dinner, on the expressway, the oil light came on & 2 seconds later the car stopped. I finally was able to move it to the right lane (there is no emergency parking on the van wyck) when all lights including my hazard lights went out. My family and I almost died on the expressway. I had it towed to a dealer that night and after repeated calls to them they responded six days later telling me the starter needed replacing and I needed a new battery. When I called to find out when it could be picked up, they told me I had a seased engine and they did could not tell me why. My warranty was for 7 years or 50,000 miles; however, I now had 60,000 miles there fore I am no longer covered and must pay $7000 for a new engine. I owe $13,000 on my car note, the dealer told me to pay of the note and come buy another car. I have researched and found numerous cases of seased engines on the model. The manufacturer is aware of this dangerous condition, my family was almost killed and I am sure there have been cases where this condition has been fatal. Something must be done.

- Brooklyn, NY, USA

While turning a corner at 15 mph the consumer heard a popping sound coming from the engine. The engine was idling roughly just before the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who found that there was a build up of sludge in the engine.

- Saskatoon, 00, USA