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1997 Dodge Intrepid vs 1999 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.

Metric1997 Dodge Intrepid1999 Dodge Intrepid
NHTSA complaints344997
Recall campaigns14
Service bulletins (TSBs)84124
Investigations42
Crash reports2540
Fire reports2613
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)18–2019–22
Median reported mileage93,000 mi83,000 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentDodge IntrepidDodge Intrepid
Engine and Engine Cooling53698
Power Train5395
Steering6159
Fuel System, Gasoline799
Electrical System2956
Visibility2349
Service Brakes, Hydraulic2027
Suspension2320

Symptoms owners describe

Stalling19145
Steering problems1112
Clunking / rattling1083
Electrical failures80
Vibration / shaking814
Overheating614
Airbag warning light60
Shifting problems50

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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.