Overview & Reviews

Minor appearance tweaks such as chrome badging and improved floor carpeting debut for 1999. A new engine immobilizer is available on the ES.

• Large interior, available 3.2-liter V6 engine on the ES model, good looks.

• Facing tough competition from home and abroad.

User Reviews:

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  Piece of Junk - 1999 Dodge Intrepid
  By Chris - December 31 - 11:15 pm

  I bought my Intrepid brand new and have been plagued by repair after repair since the warranty ran out. One highlight was when the power brake booster went out and had no brakes! There have been plenty of repairs in between, but now at 60,000 miles the air conditioner went out and the 3rd cylinder has only 60% compression with an idle of a tank. Also, like many others, the motor on one of my windows is also out.

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  Dont buy this car! - 1999 Dodge Intrepid
  By Robin W - November 30 - 9:44 am

  The engine went on my well maintained 3.6L engine at 59,000 miles- no warning- no (reliable) explanation. After LOTS of headaches Chrysler paid half the repair bill directly to the dealer- refusing to speak directly to me at all- and I had to pay the remaining $4000 bill for a car that was not even 5 years old! I have been told that this is COMMON in this car but no one (Chrysler, BBB, Attny General, etc.) will do anything about it.

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  dont do it - 1999 Dodge Intrepid
  By Jimmy1 - October 13 - 2:00 am

  My good friend bought a used 1999 intrepid with about 109k miles on it. With in a couple months, the engine seized up. As I look at other reviews, I am surprised the car made it as long as it did. Other things he has had problems with catalytic converter went out, problems with the electrical - there is a loose wire somewhere, and now to start the car, one of the doors has to be open. The battery is a full days job to replace, as is the alternator (you have to take off the radiator fans). After changing the battery and fixing a flat tire, we had 3 of the lug nuts come right off with the bolts. This car shouldnt have ever been put out for use by the public

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  DO NOT BUY DODGE/CHRYSLER! - 1999 Dodge Intrepid
  By AliasdislikesDodge - August 18 - 10:00 am

  Had to buy a new engine at a price of $3,000.00 with no help from Chrysler or Dodge... They would not release parts to any other mechanic due to the "newness" of vehicle. You know, nothing of this magnitude should happen to such a new car... So we were forced to see dealership to fix. Constant alignment problems- the car has never driven smoothly. New fuel injection pump also... and now mechanical problems. Also hubcabs are rusted through- no protected finish originally. We are presently looking to purchase a new car and will more than likely take a loss due to all problems.

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  Its just "OK" - 1999 Dodge Intrepid
  By Countess - June 27 - 2:00 am

  at 34,000 miles the Cruise control had a problem that caused the rpms to go above 3000mph when sitting Idol. The car would try to move forward with my foot on the break. The car dealership had to replace the cruise control. Also at about 35,000 miles the air compressor stopped working and caused the fan belt to break while I was driving. I lost Air conditioning and to fix the belt and compressor it cost $1200.00 at the Dodge dealership. The car is big and comfortable but I would not buy another Intrepid.

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  Lemon - 1999 Dodge Intrepid
  By tonywk1 - April 21 - 2:00 am

  I Like the car when its running, which isnt often lately. Try to trade it in and somethen else goes wrong. Timing belt twice,once it busted valves and head gasket, rack and pinion, a/c, sensors,heater fan, etc.... Major pain in rear.

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  Shame on Dodge - 1999 Dodge Intrepid
  By Jacatch - March 20 - 2:00 am

  I decided to buy a U.S. car because I thought that by now most cars are similar in reliability. This car was okay until the engine went out at 66,000 miles. My research on the internet has found that this is a common problem with this engine (V-6 2.6 litre). Dodge/Chrysler will not help out in any way (I tried). 3 other people where I work had similar problems with the engine going out (1999,2000 and 2001). Daimler-Chrysler has no idea how many people will never buy a Dodge again. Word of mouth is spreading on the Intrepid all of the repair shops know about the problem with this engine.

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  Dead before 75000 - 1999 Dodge Intrepid
  By Never Again - January 22 - 2:00 am

  I bought this car new. I have bought new Dodges for the past 25 years. I just went out and bought a Honda. With less than 75,000 miles on the car, the engine went. I understand this problem is standard on the smaller engine. I kept buying American because I thought it was my duty. I am just a working class guy and cannot afford a car that just dies at 75,000 miles.

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  Research didnt help - 1999 Dodge Intrepid
  By Qdubb - January 2 - 2:00 am

  When I purchased this car in 01 I did the research. At least I thought I did. Consumer reports had positive things to say about it but now I regret purchasing this car. My biggest issue is the price I paid for this car ($15995). Now I d be lucky to get $7000 for this thing. Its a money pit. I have had my share of issues from brakes to oil pan issues and AC in the last couple of years and I am now just waiting for the next big break in my pocket book. The sad thing is I know three other people I work with who wishes they had never made their Intrepid purchase.

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  Bad engine 2.7 liter - 1999 Dodge Intrepid
  By Mr. Roberts - November 29 - 2:00 am

  The intrepid was a great car UNTIL the engine fell apart at 73000. According to Jasper Engines, Dodge has a problem with the 2.7 liter engine in the Intrepid. Our Intrepid had to have new engine put in. Wish someone would have told me about the problem engine. Buyers beware.