Recalls ·2003 Dodge Intrepid

2003 Dodge Intrepid recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2003 Dodge Intrepid; the most frequently affected component is exterior lighting — headlights. Owners filed 106 complaints, most often about engine and engine cooling. Among the 5 model years of this model in the database, 2003 ranks #4 for number of recalls.

Recalls2
Complaints106
Crashes reported1in stored complaints
Fires reported5in stored complaints

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Recalls (2)

Exterior lighting — HeadlightsCampaign 09E025000 · 11 May 2009

Problem: Dope, inc. Is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.

Risk: Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

Remedy: Dope, inc. Will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on july 28, 2009. Owners may contact dope, inc. At 1-626-272-1798.

Exterior lightingCampaign 09E012000 · 07 Apr 2009

Problem: Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.

Risk: Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

Remedy: Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on may 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.

What owners complain about

Share of the 40 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Engine and engine cooling23 · 58%
Power train6 · 15%
Vehicle speed control3 · 8%
Engine3 · 8%
Air bags3 · 8%
Electrical system2 · 5%
Service brakes2 · 5%
Suspension2 · 5%

When complaints were filed

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20161
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From owner complaints

Tl*the contact owns a 2003 dodge intrepid. While driving approximately 65 mph, the contact noticed that the oil warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel. He pulled the vehicle to the side of the road and noticed that the vehicle had an abundant amount of oil. He attempted to restart the vehicle, but was…

Engine and engine cooling · Aug 2008 · NHTSA complaint record

2003 dodge intrepid with 2.7 l engine- experience sudden and catastrophic engine failure while at highway speeds. Very dangerous that these engines experience this type of sudden loss, and it could have caused a major accident. Public web sites state this engine is a constant problem for dodge. Here's the real kicker-…

Engine and engine cooling · Aug 2008 · NHTSA complaint record

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 dodge intrepid. While driving 55 mph the vehicle stalled, and then smoke engulfed the engine. He was able to extinguish the flames using the fire extinguisher. The vehicle was towed to a local repair facility, and a mechanic concluded that the engine misfired. However the head gaskets were…

Engine and engine cooling · May 2009 · NHTSA complaint record

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 dodge intrepid. The contact was driving 50 mph when the transmission started to slip and the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that he was able to merge to the side of the road and restart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who diagnosed that the solenoid was…

Power train · Mar 2011 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

Recalls per model year for this model.

20009
20015
20023
20032
20042

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Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.

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