1997 Dodge Intrepid steering problems
61 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the steering on the 1997 Dodge Intrepid — 18% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl* the contact owns a 1997 dodge intrepid. The contact noticed that the ball joints, tire rods, sway bar bushing and motor mounts wore prematurely and needed constant repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure however, did not offer any assistance since there were no recalls. The…”
filed Nov 22, 2011
“Rack and pinion / steering issues in 1997 dodge intrepid. After just driving 65-70 on the I-15 in southern california, I felt an odd vibration and pull in the steering of the 1997 dodge intrepid I was driving. Exited the highway and attempted to turn into a business parking lot to examine the issue…”
filed Mar 11, 2011
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Steering problems in other Intrepid years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 Intrepid | 10 | 8% |
| 2003 Intrepid | 6 | 6% |
| 2002 Intrepid | 15 | 5% |
| 2001 Intrepid | 37 | 6% |
| 2000 Intrepid | 80 | 8% |
| 1999 Intrepid | 59 | 6% |
| 1998 Intrepid | 29 | 8% |
| 1996 Intrepid | 152 | 30% |
| 1995 Intrepid | 105 | 18% |
| 1994 Intrepid | 75 | 10% |
| 1993 Intrepid | 17 | 4% |
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.