1998 Dodge IntrepidDodge Intrepid 1998

Vehicle Details: Recalls, Fuel Economy, Emissions, Crash Tests, Investigations, Consumer Complaints, Service Bulletins

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Below you will find all available information on the 1998 Dodge Intrepid, manufacturered by Fca Us Llc.
The vehicle is described as a Front-Wheel Drive Large Cars 4-door sedan, hardtop.

ManufacturerKnown WMI(s)Fuel Type
Dodge4B3 2B3 3B3 3C3 Regular
City MPGHighway MPGCO2 emissions
17 - 18 MPG26 - 28 MPG403.95 - 444.35 g/mile
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Frequently Asked Questions
  • What is the MPG of a 1998 Dodge Intrepid?
     - The 1998 Dodge Intrepid has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 17 - 18 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 26 - 28 MPG.
  • What is the fuse box diagram for the 1998 Dodge Intrepid?
     - Fuse box diagrams for the 1998 Dodge Intrepid can be found here
  • What is the annual fuel cost for the 1998 Dodge Intrepid?
     - EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 1998 Dodge Intrepid is $2450.
  • Where is the 1998 Dodge Intrepid produced?
     - The 1998 Dodge Intrepid is produced in AUBURN HILLS Mi, United States (usa).
  • Are there recalls for the 1998 Dodge Intrepid?
     - There are 4 recall(s) for the 1998 Dodge Intrepid, additional information is below.
  • How much does the 1998 Dodge Intrepid weigh?
     - The 1998 Dodge Intrepid is listed to weigh 1785 lbs.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
  • Recall 85658 [USA]: Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

  • Recall 41964 [USA]: Either circumstance may result in the vehicle rolling away without warning.

  • Recall 57543 [USA]: 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.

  • Recall 11130 [USA]: In the event of a vehicle crash, the air bags would not deploy, increasing the risk of personal injury to the passenger seat occupant.

To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.

NHTSA Submitted Mechanical & Emissions Details
  • Automatic 4-spd Front-Wheel Drive Intrepid

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters2.7
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-2500
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov detailsCLKUP
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 113.5232
    City mpg for fuel type 1,18
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,22
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters2.7
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2450
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,28
    Vehicle record id14386
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)17
    Model name (carline)Intrepid
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleY
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)104
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 122.998
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 138.6932
    EPA vehicle size classLarge Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-2500
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov detailsCLKUP
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
  • Automatic 4-spd Front-Wheel Drive Intrepid

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters3.2
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-3750
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov detailsVMODE CLKUP
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 114.8755
    City mpg for fuel type 1,17
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,20
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters3.2
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2700
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,26
    Vehicle record id14387
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)17
    Model name (carline)Intrepid
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleY
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)104
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 120.8499
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 136.6
    EPA vehicle size classLarge Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-3750
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov detailsVMODE CLKUP
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
Bulletins

Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.

  • 9004275 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER: Key, master if replacing the key/fobik on a wj, kj, tj, or pt cruiser, use the "ac" nic level part number. The "ab" nic level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "ab" nic level will not program to the vehi
  • 68332810 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Service - four piece oil pan gasket all cummins equipped vehicles only - the replacement oil pan gasket can be a four piece gasket rather than a single piece gasket. This applies to cummins 5.9l and 6.7l engines only. Installation: 1. C
  • 9004275 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER: Key, master if replacing the key/fobik on a wj, kj, tj, or pt cruiser, use the "ac" nic level part number. The "ab" nic level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "ab" nic level will not program to the vehi
  • 3100519 - STRUCTURE: Use of aftermarket parts this bulletin involves discussing fca us llc position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
  • 3100319 - STRUCTURE: Use of salvage/recycled parts this bulletin involves discussing fca us llc position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
  • 3100619 - STRUCTURE: Repair parts used for structural repairs this bulletin involves discussing fca us llc position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
  • R2118796A - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Valve body. These may cause over drive cycling.
  • 08-049-20 - EQUIPMENT: Charging system, battery diagnostic tools and warranty this information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are nece
  • 31-005-19 - EQUIPMENT: Use of aftermarket parts this bulletin involves discussing fca us llc position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
  • 31-003-19 - EQUIPMENT: Use of salvage/recycled parts this bulletin involves discussing fca us llc position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
  • 31-006-19 - STRUCTURE: Repair parts used for structural repairs this bulletin involves discussing fca us llc position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
  • 23-014-15 - CHILD SEAT:TETHER: CONNECTOR/CLIP (SECURES TOP OF CHILD SEAT TO VEHICLE): Child seat tether anchor installation this bulletin describes procedures to install child seat tether anchors based on customer request. Retrofits are subject to part availability. Vehicles in the following list that are marked **** for th
  • 2400204 - EQUIPMENT: Air conditioner and heater performance. *tt
  • 2304702 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Interior front door handle/bezel replacement. *mj
  • 2500102A - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL: Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illumination, diagnostic trouble code (dtc) P0442, P0455, or P0456 - leak detection pump (ldp), leak detected. This bulletin supersedes 25-001-02 dated feb 11, 2002. *tt
  • 0900204 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Short duration cold engine start-up ticking like sound. This bulletin applies to vehicles built prior to march 31, 2003. *mn
  • 0900503 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Short duration cold engine start-up ticking like sound. *tt
  • 2301103 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Sag or rattle at rear of headliner. *tt
  • 0900203 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Engine stumble and/or misfire - malfunction indicator lamp illumination. *tt
  • 082700 - AIR BAGS: Subject regarding non-deployed airbag handling procedures. *tt
  • 190300A - STEERING: Experiencing loose feel or clunk in the steering wheel as the wheel is moved from side to side. *tt
  • 083799 - AIR BAGS:ON-OFF SWITCH ASSEMBLY: Daimlerchrysler corporation is now offerinb airbag on / off switches for selected vehicles. *tt
  • 084099 - VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS: Discussion stating that currently, window motors are being serviced separately from the window regulator. *tt
  • 241597 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM: Some vehicles may exhibit a short cyclical noise as the hvac unit temperature door cycles against the stop when operating only in full cold position or full hot position.
  • 241197 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Concerns with a/c evaporator odor. *nlm
  • 241597A - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM: This bulletin involves hvac unit temperature door cyclical tapping noise. *nlm
  • 241497 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Information on erroneous dtc 45 "a/c control blend door input open or shorted to ground. *nlm
  • 140897 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: Information on poor drivability with high di (drivability index) fuel. *nlm
  • 090997 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Information on gasket surface preparation on aluminum engine components. *nlm
  • 084197 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Information on erroneous dtc wiper" on/off relay open or shorted low"
  • 083797 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH: Information on instrument cluster service. *nlm
  • 0832097 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Information regarding nhtsa authorized airbag deactivation for medical necessity. *nlm
  • 1802302 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR: Concerns with malfunction indicator lamp illumination with a catalyst efficiency failure diagnostic trouble code (dtc P0420) recorded in the power train control module (pcm). *tt
  • 1802002 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Flash programming failure recovery. *slc
  • 2200102 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Chrome wheel care. *slc
  • 2301502 - VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR: Subject regarding outside rearview mirror glass replacement. *slc
  • 0700202 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM: Subject regarding low or no cabin head, engine cooling system system fill procedure. *tt
  • 2302701 - VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR: Subject regarding outside rearview mirror glass replacement. *tt
  • 2400901 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM: Subject pertaining to a/c heater performance.*slc
  • 2301901 - SEATS: Some vehicles may have a power seat adjuster loose fore/aft.*slc
  • 2100601 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Automatic transmission fluid usage atf+4. *tt *mj
  • 01015 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Advance service information regarding a no-start condition which may exist following a hot soak. *tt
  • 1801201 - EQUIPMENT: Subject regarding generic scan tool (gst), publication no. 81-170-00008 provided with this technical service bulletin to provide reference information when using generic scan tool on obdii vehicles. *tt
  • 0801001 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Subject regarding airbag / clock spring service for various models including 2002 model year jeep liberty. *tt
  • 1900101 - STEERING: Some owners may experience loose feel or clunk in the steering wheel as the wheel is moved from side to side. *tt
  • 2303900 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD: Information on door glass lift plate service. *tt
  • 1900300B - STEERING: Some vehicles may experience loose feel or clunk in the steering wheel as the wheel is moved from side to side. *tt
  • 1802100 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Some vehicles may exhibit a vehicle theft alarm (vta) security light intermittently not blinking after locking all doors and / or the outside temperature display will be slow to update and / or poor a/c performance is experienced after vehi
  • 0803100 - VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS: A condition may exist where the window sticks in the up position. This condition may be intermittent. *tt
  • 0800600REV - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Subject regarding wire splice repairs. *sb
  • 0042 - STEERING: Advance service information for loose steering. *tt
  • 2300800B - SEATS: Subject regarding child seat tether anchors. *tt
  • 070200 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM: Some vehicles may exhibit engine overheating and / or coolant bottle failures after service has been performed on the engine cooling system. *tt
  • 190300 - STEERING: A condition may exist where a loose feel or clunk in the steering wheel as the wheel is moved from side to side. *tt
  • 233599REVA - STRUCTURE:BODY: Subject on the child seat tether anchors. *mjs
  • 220499 - STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR: Subject concerning the steering wheel vibration. *mjs
  • 083699 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Subject on the engine oil pressure light flicker, vehicles equipped with a 2.7l engine. *mjs
  • 083599 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Subject on the mil illumination, leak detection pump dtc and/or fuel gauge inaccurate. *mjs
  • 240200 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM: Some vehicles may exhibit erratic operation of the a/c and heater systems including: lack of cold air, lack of hot air, unrequested mode change (atc only), no control of mode or temperature control or dithering / tapping blend door noise
  • 080800 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Concerns with an inoperative or intermittent remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter. *tt
  • 070100 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: A condition may exist where a low tone growl sound can be heard coming from the engine following a cold start while in drive or reverse with engine rpm between 1000 and 1300 rpm. *tt
  • 190899 - STEERING: Information when servicing the inner tie rod end to steering gear attachments. *tt
  • 190100 - SUSPENSION: Some vehicles may exhibit rattle sound coming from front of vehicles. *tt
  • 230700 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Experiencing wind noise heard from the sunroof or b-pillar forward in the vehicle while driving at highway speeds above 55 mph or at lower speeds into a headwind. *tt
  • 230400 - STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR : Concerns with the door trim panel cracking at lower attaching screw bosses. *tt
  • 230200 - LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LOCK: Daimlerchrysler corporation is now offering internal emergency trunk releases for selection vehicles. *tt
  • 080600 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: This bulletin provides a revised wire splice procedure and related parts. *tt
  • 180100 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Subject regarding misdiagnosed leak detection pump systems with diagnostic trouble codes P1494, P0442 P0455, or P0456. *tt
  • 021699 - SUSPENSION: Some vehicles may exhibit a constant lead or pull on a flat non-crowned road. *tt
  • 020100 - SUSPENSION: Concerns with a squeaking noise from front strut(s) during suspension jounce. *tt
  • 232099A - STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID : Daimler chrysler is now offering internal emergency trunk releases for selected vehicles. *tt
  • 233599 - SEATS: Information on child seat tether anchors. *tt
  • 210599A - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: This bulletin announces the availability and installation of a resuable automatic transmission oil pan gasket. *tt
  • 082999 - STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR: Concerns with inadvertent door lock operation. *tt
  • 9925 - STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID : Subject regarding the internal emergency trunk release. *tt
  • 9926 - STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID : Information pertaining to internal emergency trunk release dealer reimbursement. *tt
  • 181299 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM): This bulletin explains the operation and application of the leak detection pump (ldp) monitor test. *tt
  • 232099 - STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID : Diamler chrysler corporation is now offering internal emergency trunk releases for selected vehicles. *tt
  • 211099 - POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE: Subject regarding auxiliary differential vent. *tt
  • 081699A - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Conditions with inoperative or intermittent remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter. *tt
  • 081999 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY: Subject regarding positive battery terminal corrosion. *tt
  • 140299 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Experiencing hiss noise from engine when idling. *tt
  • 081199 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Experiencing buzzing of the front door trim panel induced by the audio system. *tt
  • 081699 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Conditions with inoperative or intermittent remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter. *tt
  • 240399 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: A condition may exist where no warm or hot air comes from the climate control system when the engine is warm and the climate control temperature knob is set to warm or hot. *tt
  • 814 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM): California emissions recall on reprogramming powertrain control module. *tt
  • 080999A - INTERIOR LIGHTING: Interior lights will not illuminate or lights staying on. *tt
  • 090299 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Subject on oil filter adapter coming out of engine block during removal of oil filter. *tt
  • 080999 - INTERIOR LIGHTING: Interior lights will not illuminate. *tt
  • 210499 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Service and parts information on 1999 running changes to transmission range sensor (trs) *tt
  • 230599 - STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR : Subject regarding rear door trim panel loose at upper rear corner. *tt
  • 183298 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Subject on flash programming failure recovery. *yc
  • #9867 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: Complaints of window motors wired incorrectly. *yc
  • 236098 - VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY: Some vehicles may exhibit a condition where the sunshade fabric delaminates from the substrate along the edeges of the sunshade. *yc
  • 081798 - AIR BAGS:ON-OFF SWITCH ASSEMBLY: Subject regarding airbag on - off switches. *yc
  • 233398 - VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR: Experiencing a squeak noise in window regulator. *yc
  • 084698 - VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS: Concerns with window sticks in the up position. *ak
  • 021298 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:MACPHERSON STRUT: Concerns with squeaking noise coming from front strut( s ). *yc
  • 084198 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Inoperative remote keyless entry ( rke ) key fob/ transmitter due to discharged battery ( less than 3.2 volts ). *yc
  • 084598 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Lack of range using remote keyless entry ( rke ). *ak
  • 190798 - STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION): Information on steering gear mounting bushing service. *ak
  • 183398 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE): Subject regarding rough idlean dpoor driveability caused by egr valve being in partially open position. *ak
  • 250298 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: Subject regarding i/m ( inspection maintenance ) testing - obd ii "carb" readiness monitor information. *yc
  • 241498 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM: Complaints of poor heater performance at idle or slow engine warm up. *yc
  • 235298 - SUSPENSION:REAR: Excessive road noise heard inside vehicle while driving on rough road surface; more pronounced in rear seat. *ak
  • 081798 REV B - AIR BAGS:ON-OFF SWITCH ASSEMBLY: Subject regarding the airbag on-off switches. *yc
  • 241398 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Lack of cold air from the climate control system and the scan tool. *ak
  • 083898 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Experiencing a buzz noise coming from the flag speaker. *yc
  • 241098 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Information on automatic temperature control ( atc ) / manual system erratic operation. *yc
  • 232898 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Water and / or dust collection in the spare tire well or at the trunk floor to quarter panel seam. *yc
  • 232998 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Experiencing water leakage on top of floor and/ or under floor carpets. *yc
  • 233098 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Wind noise heard from the b-pillar forward in the vehicle while driving at highway speeds above 55 mph or at lower speeds driving into a headwind. *yc
  • 233398 - VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR: A squeak or click noise coming from door as window is rolled up or down. *ak
  • 08!798 - AIR BAGS:ON-OFF SWITCH ASSEMBLY: Discussion on airbag on- off switches for selected vehicles *ak
  • 232998 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Water leak on top and/or under floor carpets. *yc
  • 241298 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Experiencing a hissing sound from a/c during clutch cycle. *yc
  • 182998 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR: Malfunction indicator lamp (mil)illuminated with a catalyst efficiency failure. *yc
  • 9828 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Lists correct charge level for air conditioning system r134a refigerant. Correct charge level is 0.71kg (25 oz. Or 1.56 lbs). *ak
  • 240698 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT: Automatic temperature control (atc) system, if left in "auto" mode when the ignition is turne doff, occasionally revers to "manual" mode when the ignition is turned back on. *ak
  • 020398 - SUSPENSION: Vehicle leads or pulls on flat non-crowned road. *yc
  • 081898 - STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR: Inadvertent door lock operation. *yc
  • 082298 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN: Information regarding horn service. *yc
  • 082498 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: Subject on customer preference cigar lighter / power outlet. *yc
  • 082598 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Lack of bass or overall sound quality. *yc
  • 210898 - POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION: N 4 - 3 coast down shift point wa smoved to a higher speed (30 mph).*ak
  • 321198 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Concerns of a wavy roof sheet metal or dents in the approximate area of the structural headliner membrane. *yc
  • 321998 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Concerns with the instrument panel end cover attaching clips may become damaged during routine fuse or instrument panel service. *yc
  • 232098 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Condition concerning the glove box not closing or requires excessive effort to latch. *yc
  • 980612180998 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Some vehicles may exhibit a hot engine no start, hot engine restart with a rough idle, or hot engine restart / die-out. *yc
  • 240998 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Condition with a/c compressor moan. *yc
  • 083098 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES: Subject regarding battery positive post / terminal service. *yc
  • 9812 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: Some vehicles may exhibit fuel vapor lock, particularly when using alcohol blended fuels. *yc
  • 180998 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Some vehicles may exhibit a hot engine no start, hot engine restart with a rough idle, or hot engine restart/die-out. *ak
  • 181398 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Subject on incorrect misfire detection/flashing mil illumination. *yc
  • 181498 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: Some vehicles may exhibit fuel vapor lock, particularly when using alcohol blended fuels. *yc
  • 190398 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM: Power steering system noise following cold engine starts in low ambient temperatures. *yc
  • 220198 - WHEELS: Information on vehicle aluminum wheels having a unique balance weight retention flange. *yc
  • 231098 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Clicking sound on right side top of instrument panel. *yc
  • 231198 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Condition with wavy roof sheet metal or dents in the approximate area of the structural headliner membrane. *yc
  • 081698 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.: Information on installation of radio transmitting equipment. *ak
  • 090298 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Subject on engine to transmission dowel service. *yc
  • 081598 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Experiencing a slow or intermittent remote keyless entry (rke) system. *yc
  • 210798 - POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY: Subject on delayed transaxle engagement. *ak
  • 230298 - STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR: Snapping noise when either front door is opened.*ak
  • 110198 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: Exhaust drone and/or vibration felt at 1600-2000 rpm under a load. *ak
  • 180398 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM: Subject on power steering switch elimination and/or mil illumination with hex code $73. *yc
  • 070298 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Experiencing noise from the a/c belt. *yc
  • 070198 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM: Experiencing poor heater performance. *yc
  • 210198 - POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION: Subject on shift schedule changes/enhancements. *yc
  • 210398 - POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION: Subject on transaxle desensitization to intermittent faults / driveability improvements. *yc
  • 230798 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Provided information on both traditional and non-traditional body gaps and flushness specifications. *yc
  • 180998 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Exhibiting a hot engine no start, hot engine restart with a rough idle, or hot engine restart/dieout. *ak
  • 970919083297 - AIR BAGS: Authorized airbag deactivation for medical necessity. *yc
  • 241597 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM: Some vehicles may exhibit a short cyclical tapping noise as the hvac unit temperature door cycles against the stop when operating only in full cold position or full hot position. *yc
  • 020897 - SUSPENSION: Conditions with vehicle leads or pulls on a flat non-crowned road. *yc
Known Recall Investigations
  • Auto trans ignition-park interlock investigation # EA03011

    The manufacturer reports above are based on daimlerchrysler¿s (dc) analysis of model year (my) 1998 (population = 356,384) and 1999 (population = 486,948) ja, jx and lh family subject vehicle data (earlier mys excluded).The population number includes all mys.The precise number of duplicates between odi and dc reports cannot be determined due to missing or incomplete information.The fatality incident involved an elderly person who attempted to stop a roll away vehicle and received fatal injuries.Odi also gathered information on my 1997-99 prowler vehicles in this investigation. The prowler vehicles were manufactured with a different design shifter mechanism (the shift lever is shorter).There are no complaints of prowler interlock failure in odi¿s database, and dc has received no reports either.The prowler is excluded from the recall scope.The investigation involved a condition where the interlock system could fail (or be made inoperative by the operator) during vehicle use, possibly inadvertently.The interlock system is required under fmvss 114.With the transmission in the park position and the ignition key off, the combined action of pressing the shift button and pulling the shift lever rearward may result in the operator overcoming the interlock system and cause the mechanical linkage of the system to disconnect.When this occurs, there is no overt indication to an operator that the system is defeated, and an increased risk of vehicle roll-away exists.Under recall 04v021, dc will replace damaged shift mechanisms, and will install on all vehicles a device which inhibits the operator¿s ability to overcome the interlock and defeat the system.Beginning with my 2000, dc incorporated a brake and transmission shifter interlock (btsi) system into the subject vehicles.Introduction of btsi involved design changes to the shift mechanism, one of which resulted in reduced mechanical advantage (rma) of the shift button.The rma shifter requires increased forces to overcome the interlock system, making the shifter less susceptible to damage.

  • Throttle control failure investigation # PE03010

    Based on the low failure rate, the absence of failures over the past year, the absence of injuries, and odis field investigation of incident vehicles, a safety-related defect trend has not been identified at this time.Accordingly, this investigation is closed.The closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that no safety-related defect exists.The agency will take further action if warranted by the circumstances. See attached report for additional information.

Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
CrashFireTowedInjuredDeathsFailure
Date
NoNoN NoneNone20130111

Tl* the contact owns a 1998 dodge intrepid. The contact stated while driving approximately 10 mph, the brakes failed to respond and the pedal did not engage in order to stop the vehicle. The contact was forced to use the emergency brake in order to stop the vehicle. The contact merged onto the shoulder. When the contact turned the vehicle off and back on, the failure persisted. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure and current mileage was 156,000.

NoNoN NoneNone20120318

Tl* the contact owns a 1998 dodge intrepid. The contact stated that the brake warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where they advised him that the abs sensor failed and needed to be replaced. The dealer also advised that there were no parts available for the repair and they had been back ordered. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 94,000.

NoNoN NoneNone20110902

Engine failure clicking noise possible valve train. Consuming large amounts of oil but no properly lubricating engine parts. *tr

NoFireN NoneNone20101113

Tl*the contact owns a 1998 dodge intrepid. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 mph when the engine began to smoke. The vehicle was inspected by a independent mechanic who informed her that the motor failed due to the anti-freeze and oil mixing together. The vehicle was not repaired. The vin was unknown. The failure mileage was unavailable.

NoNoN NoneNone20100731

Tl* the contact owns a 1998 dodge intrepid. The contact stated gasoline fuel was leaking from the fuel line that connected to the fuel rail. There was also an overpowering odor of gasoline from the interior of the vehicle. The contact was advised by both the dealer and manufacturer that the vehicle was not under recall. The vehicle was neither repaired nor diagnosed for the failure. The failure mileage was 76,945 and the current mileage was 76,985.

NoNoN NoneNone20090401

In 2007 i bought a 1998 dodge intrepid 2.7 l engine....Nonetheless the engine blew. The car had regular oil changes and maintenance. It gave no warning that there were any signs of engine trouble. I paid $6995 for the car, it had 67,000 miles on it.....2yrs later at 87,000 it died....Leaving me to pay the rest of the loan of $2200 on a car that just sits in the driveway!!! *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20090117

Power steering feels like there is no power steering ,no power steering leaks belts ok and no noise under hood. *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20081207

Severe steering problems. Wheel locks when turned completely to right or left. Wanders on dry pavement, almost impossible to drive in wet weather. Have been told to replace steering rack and inner tie rods. *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20081012

The engine in my 1998 dodge intrepid with 56k miles n it is knocking. Several mechanics have told me the engine needs to be rebuilt. It is the 2.7 l dohc and i have been reading numerous reports/complaints of the engine.*tr

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Common OBD-II Error Codes
  • P0442 [2] Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (small leak)
  • P0455 [2] Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (gross leak)
  • P0456 [2] Evaporative Emissions System Small Leak Detected
  • P0420 [1] Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 1)
  • P1494 [1] EGRCHK Solenoid Circuit Malfunction
Latest VINs Decoded for this Manufacturer
VIN Year Model Manufactured In
2B3HD46R1WH1529001998IntrepidBRAMALEA ONTARIO, CANADA
2B3HD56J1WH1088951998IntrepidBRAMALEA ONTARIO, CANADA
2B3HD56J8WH1089911998IntrepidBRAMALEA ONTARIO, CANADA
2B3HD56J3WH1332501998IntrepidBRAMALEA ONTARIO, CANADA

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