MYRModel Year Report

2000 Dodge Intrepid

■ Significantly worse — known issue year
2000 Dodge Intrepid
BUILT 2026-09-02

This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Dodge Intrepid Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2000 highlighted. 1987: 1 complaints 1987 1988: 2 complaints 1992: 2 complaints 1992 1993: 412 complaints 1994: 728 complaints 1994 1995: 590 complaints 1996: 505 complaints 1996 1997: 344 complaints 1998: 377 complaints 1998 1999: 997 complaints 2000: 1065 complaints 2000 2001: 656 complaints 2002: 329 complaints 2002 2003: 106 complaints 2004: 129 complaints 2004
2000: 1065 complaints
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YearComplaints
19871
19882
19922
1993412
1994728
1995590
1996505
1997344
1998377
1999997
20001065
2001656
2002329
2003106
2004129

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 75%

75% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 800 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing engine and gasoline.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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AFTER DRIVING CONSUMER PARKED VEHICLE INSIDE OF A GARAGE AND WENT INSIDE THE HOUSE. THEN SHE NOTICED THAT SMOKE WAS COMING FROM GARAGE, AND SAW VEHICLE ON FIRE. CONSUMER BELIEVED THAT FIRE HAD STARTED IN THE ENGINE. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20000201

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE INTREPID. WHEN THE CONTACT ENTERED THE VEHICLE, A FUEL ODOR WAS DETECTED. THE CONTACT LIFTED THE HOOD AND NOTICED THE ODOR AS WELL AS FUEL LEAKING FROM UNDER THE VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20181127

STEERING 8%

8% of complaints: steering — 84 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing rack and pinion and rack.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE INTREPID. WHILE DRIVING AT 55 MPH, THERE WAS A BURNING ODOR.

NHTSA ODI report, 20150506

Also filed under ELECTRICAL SYSTEM and EXTERIOR LIGHTING

POWER TRAIN 4%

4% of complaints: power train — 42 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission and gear position indication (prndl).

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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CAR WON'T GO INTO PARK. HAS TO BE STARTED IN NEUTRAL. CAR HAS TENDENCY TO ROLL. WHEEL(S) HAS TO BE BLOCKED. STATIONARY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180411

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 3%

3% of complaints: electrical system — 36 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing front underhood and ignition.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
SEATS 3%

3% of complaints: seats — 33 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing recliner.

CRASH INJURY

SAFETY TIMELINE

▮ 2000 — complaint volume: 1065
R 20000124 — air bags

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE PASSENGER AIR BAG INFLATOR ASSEMBLY CONTAINS AN INCORRECT INFLATOR CHARGE AMOUNT.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AIR BAG MODULE WITH A CORRECT MODULE.

Campaign 99V343000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20000301 — seat belts

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE MOLDING FLASH ON THE PRIMARY LEVER MAY PREVENT THE OPERATION OF THE G-LOCK AND TILT LOCK FUNCTIONS ON SOME OF THE DRIVER'S SIDE RETRACTORS.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LEFT FRONT RETRACTOR ASSEMBLIES.

Campaign 00V033000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20000313 — seat belts

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE SEAT BELT SHOULDER HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE TURNING LOOP (ATL) TOP MOUNTING BOLT WAS INADEQUATELY MANUFACTURED.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SHOULDER BELT HEIGHT ADJUSTER MOUNTING BOLTS.

Campaign 00V034000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20000724 — service brakes, hydraulic

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: NON-ABS EQUIPPED PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER PISTON RETAINER SNAP RING MAY HAVE BEEN BENT INWARD DURING THE ASSEMBLY PROCESS. THE MASTER CYLINDER PISTON MAY

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER.

Campaign 00V180000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20001112 — child seat

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." SOME OF THE OWNE

Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH AN ADDENDUM TO THE OWNER'S MANUALS.

Campaign 00V366000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20011217 — structure

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES (NON-SUNROOF ONLY) FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 201, "OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT."

Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE SENT A STORAGE BIN ACCESSORY UNIT THAT CAN BE ATTACHED TO THE B-PILLAR ALONG WITH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. HOWEVER, IF AN OWNER WISHES, THE DEALER CAN PERFORM THE INSTALLATION. OWNE

Campaign 01V273000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20030227 — PE (closed 20030902)

THROTTLE CONTROL FAILURE

R 20030423 — seats

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, SEAT BACK RECLINER BOLT BREAKAGE CAN OCCUR RESULTING IN THE SEAT BACK RECLINING UNEXPECTEDLY.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE RECLINER BOLTS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE

Campaign 03V035000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20090511 — exterior lighting

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 CONF

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.

Campaign 09E012000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20090728 — exterior lighting

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 CONF

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.

Campaign 09E025000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2000 Dodge Intrepid — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (800 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (84 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (42 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 99V343000 (air bags) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 00V033000 (seat belts) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 00V034000 (seat belts) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 00V180000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 00V366000 (child seat) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 01V273000 (structure) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 03V035000 (seats) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 09E012000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 09E025000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
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OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2003 ▲ 2004 ▲ 2002

WORST YEARS

■ 1999 ◆ 1994 ◆ 2001

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FAQ

Is the 2000 Dodge Intrepid reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2000 Dodge Intrepid is rated "significantly worse".

What are the most common problems with the 2000 Dodge Intrepid?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 75% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2000 Dodge Intrepid have?

9 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.