1997 Buick Lesabre vs 1997 Dodge Intrepid
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1997 Buick Lesabre | 1997 Dodge Intrepid |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 394 | 344 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 52 | 84 |
| Investigations | 2 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 26 | 25 |
| Fire reports | 31 | 26 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20 | 18–20 |
| Median reported mileage | 97,000 mi | 93,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Lesabre | Dodge Intrepid |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 110 | 53 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 37 | 79 |
| Power Train | 33 | 53 |
| Steering | 25 | 61 |
| Electrical System | 42 | 29 |
| Air Bags | 33 | 18 |
| Visibility | 28 | 23 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 27 | 20 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 30 | 19 |
| Overheating | 12 | 6 |
| Hesitation / surging | 11 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 11 | 8 |
| Rust / corrosion | 11 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 9 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 11 |
1997 Buick Lesabre
1997 Dodge Intrepid
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.