Car To Avoid - Dodge Intrepid

I know that sounds like a rash statement as there are many Dodge Intrepids on the road today. But, the risks to purchasing a used Dodge Intrepid with a 2.7 liter engine are not worth the gains.

Why?

Way too many of these cars have had major engine problems. Some of these problems are:

• Timing chain tensioner problems in these models from 1998 to 2000.
• Oil sludge problems in the engine due to water pump leakage into the engines over time. This happened in 1998 to 2004 models.
• Poor oil circulation due to very small oil lines. Oil couldn’t be pumped, oil sludged and engine wear manifested itself.

What happens if an engine fails? Get ready to pay. The used engine market for these cars is practically non-existent. A remanufactured engine replacement starts at above $2000.
In our opinion, buying a Dodge or Chrysler product from 1998-2004 with the 2.7 liter engine just isn’t worth it.