2001 Dodge Intrepid

The 2001 Dodge Intrepid is a full-size sedan that offers a comfortable and spacious interior, along with a powerful V6 engine. It is available with either a 3.2L V6 or a 3.5L V6 engine, and both engines are paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission. The 3.2L V6 produces 225 horsepower and 225 lb-ft of torque, while the 3.5L V6 produces 242 horsepower and 253 lb-ft of torque. Some common issues reported by owners of the 2001 Dodge Intrepid include:

Engine

• 3.2L V6
  • Intake manifold gasket failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Coolant or oil leak from the intake manifold, engine overheating, loss of coolant or oil
    • Solution: Replace intake manifold gasket
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500+
    • Recalls: None Found
  • Timing chain tensioner failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Rattling or ticking noise from the engine, especially on startup, loss of power
    • Solution: Replace timing chain tensioner
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $800+
    • Recalls: None Found
• 3.5L V6
  • Valve lifter failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Ticking or tapping noise from the engine, loss of power, rough idle
    • Solution: Replace valve lifters
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $600 - $900+
    • Recalls: None Found Transmission
• 4-speed automatic transmission
  • Shift solenoid failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Transmission slipping or refusing to shift gears, delayed or harsh shifts
    • Solution: Replace shift solenoid
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400+
    • Recalls: None Found
  • Torque converter failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Transmission slipping or shuddering, loss of power, overheating
    • Solution: Replace torque converter
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $1,500+
    • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Front strut failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Clunking or rattling noise from the front suspension, excessive bouncing or swaying of the vehicle, uneven tire wear
  • Solution: Replace front struts
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $400 - $600+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Rear shock failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Clunking or rattling noise from the rear suspension, excessive bouncing or swaying of the vehicle, uneven tire wear
  • Solution: Replace rear shocks
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400+
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Battery failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Vehicle won’t start, dim or flickering lights, electrical components malfunctioning
  • Solution: Replace battery
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Starter failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Vehicle won’t start, clicking or grinding noise from the starter motor
  • Solution: Replace starter motor
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500+
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Headlight switch failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Headlights not working, intermittent headlight operation
  • Solution: Replace headlight switch
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Tail light failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Tail lights not working, intermittent tail light operation
  • Solution: Replace tail light assembly
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $50 - $150+
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Heater core failure
  • Description/Symptoms: No heat from the heater, coolant leak from the heater core
  • Solution: Replace heater core
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $800+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Air conditioning compressor failure
  • Description/Symptoms: No cold air from the air conditioning, compressor not engaging
  • Solution: Replace air conditioning compressor
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $800 - $1,200+
  • Recalls: None Found

Overall, the 2001 Dodge Intrepid is a reliable vehicle that offers a comfortable and spacious interior, but it is not without its issues. The most common issues reported by owners include engine intake manifold gasket failure, timing chain tensioner failure, valve lifter failure, and transmission shift solenoid failure. The severity of these issues can vary, and the cost to fix them can range from a few hundred dollars to over a thousand dollars.