The most-reported Intrepid run is 2B3HD46RXXH (1999 builds) with 70 complaints, 14.9× the typical run. Engine and engine cooling problems make up 45% of reports; 1999 is the worst model year at 8.6 complaints per run; NHTSA lists 17 recall campaigns for Intrepid model years 1993–2004.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Dodge Intrepid has 1,003 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 7% of every Intrepid complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B3HD46RXXH•••••• | 1999 | 6 | — | |
| 2B3HD46R3XH•••••• | 1999 | 2 | 2 | |
| 2B3HD46R5YH•••••• | 2000 | — | — | |
| 2B3HD46R8YH•••••• | 2000 | 4 | 1 | |
| 2B3HD46R7YH•••••• | 2000 | 3 | — | |
| 2B3HD46R1YH•••••• | 2000 | — | — | |
| 2B3HD46R2XH•••••• | 1999 | — | — | |
| 2B3HD46R3YH•••••• | 2000 | 1 | 1 | |
| 2B3HD46R5XH•••••• | 1999 | 2 | 1 | |
| 2B3HD46R4XH•••••• | 1999 | 1 | — | |
| 2B3HD46R0XH•••••• | 1999 | — | — | |
| 2B3HD46RXYH•••••• | 2000 | 5 | 1 |
Each of the other 991 Intrepid runs has 51 complaints or fewer.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list. On the Dodge Intrepid the gap between build years is 3.3×: a 1999 car draws 8.6 complaints per run, a 2003 one 2.6.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 105 | 28 | 9 | |
| 2003 | 77 | 30 | 3 | |
| 2002 | 251 | 54 | 4 | |
| 2001 | 495 | 80 | 15 | |
| 2000 | 771 | 104 | 29 | |
| 1999 | 737 | 86 | 32 | |
| 1998 | 287 | 64 | 24 | |
| 1997 | 264 | 68 | 21 | |
| 1996 | 378 | 105 | 20 | |
| 1995 | 444 | 144 | 34 | |
| 1994 | 565 | 209 | 37 | |
| 1993 | 316 | 85 | 20 |
Heaviest year here is 1999 at 8.6 complaints per run; lightest is 2003 at 2.6.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 45% of everything Dodge Intrepid owners report: Engine And Engine Cooling, 2,136 of 4,690 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 19 | 52 | |
| Power Train | 30 | 5 | |
| Steering | 25 | 6 | |
| Fuel System | 5 | 32 | |
| Gasoline | 5 | 31 | |
| Electrical System | 4 | 38 | |
| Service Brakes | 22 | 6 | |
| Suspension | 12 | 2 |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 17 recall campaigns on the Dodge Intrepid; the 6 below cover build years 1993 to 2004. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 09E012000 | Exterior Lighting | 1998–2004 |
| 09E025000 | Exterior Lighting:headlights | 1998–2004 |
| 04V021000 | Power Train:automatic Transmission:lever And Linkage:floor Shift | 1993–1999 |
| 03V035000 | Seats:front Assembly:recliner | 1998–2002 |
| 98V184000 | Fuel System, Gasoline:fuel Injection System | 1993–1997 |
| 99V215000 | Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Arm | 1993–1995 |
How serious were they
Of the 4,690 reports on the Dodge Intrepid, 5.3% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, below the norm.
| Outcome | Dodge Intrepid | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 4,690 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 248 (5.3%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 146 (3.1%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 233 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 12 | 2,728 |
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Dodge Intrepid share of that is 4,690 complaints over 1,003 runs, 0.42% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Dodge Intrepid VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 4,690 NHTSA complaints from 1,003 Intrepid runs and 17 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Intrepid production run has the most complaints?
2B3HD46RXXH, a 1999 build, with 70 complaints, 6 of them after a crash. The typical Intrepid run has 4.7.
Which Intrepid years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 1999 is heaviest at 8.6 complaints per run and 2003 lightest at 2.6.
How many Intrepid complaints involve a crash?
5.3% of 4,690 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 146 involved a fire.
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