1997 Dodge Intrepid electrical system problems
29 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 1997 Dodge Intrepid — 8% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“I bought the car for 1500$ the inspection ran out at the end of that month, inspection was completed as a "lickem stickem" the car 2 weeks later was determined by an outside mechanic unsafe to drive and hazardous to public safety, car was left at place of purchase for two (2) weeks in which time…”
filed Aug 1, 2012
“Vehicle has experienced numerous electrical problems since its purchase requiring repairs at my expense. The latest being a short in the wiring harness leading to a failure in the wiring connection to the radiator cooling fans on 2 occasions. Replacement of the fan harness does not fix the problem…”
filed Oct 24, 2007
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
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…
08-049-20 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 22, 2020
Electrical System problems in other Intrepid years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 Intrepid | 7 | 5% |
| 2003 Intrepid | 7 | 7% |
| 2002 Intrepid | 15 | 5% |
| 2001 Intrepid | 16 | 2% |
| 2000 Intrepid | 33 | 3% |
| 1999 Intrepid | 56 | 6% |
| 1998 Intrepid | 33 | 9% |
| 1996 Intrepid | 32 | 6% |
| 1995 Intrepid | 43 | 7% |
| 1994 Intrepid | 68 | 9% |
| 1993 Intrepid | 23 | 6% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1997 Dodge Intrepid
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.