2003 Dodge Intrepid vs 2003 Ford Taurus
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2003 Dodge Intrepid | 2003 Ford Taurus |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 106 | 1,223 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 54 | 64 |
| Investigations | 1 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 56 |
| Fire reports | 10 | 12 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–22 | 19–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 70,000 mi | 78,284 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Intrepid | Ford Taurus |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 20 | 316 |
| Suspension | 3 | 313 |
| Visibility | 1 | 191 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 61 | 67 |
| Structure | 2 | 111 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 97 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 88 |
| Air Bags | 6 | 46 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 15 | 95 |
| Loss of power | 9 | 17 |
| Check engine light | 9 | 11 |
| Clunking / rattling | 6 | 14 |
| Water leaks | 0 | 97 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 43 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 21 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 19 |
2003 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.