2002 Dodge Intrepid
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1987 | 1 |
| 1988 | 2 |
| 1992 | 2 |
| 1993 | 408 |
| 1994 | 718 |
| 1995 | 589 |
| 1996 | 505 |
| 1997 | 344 |
| 1998 | 377 |
| 1999 | 997 |
| 2000 | 1065 |
| 2001 | 656 |
| 2002 | 329 |
| 2003 | 106 |
| 2004 | 129 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
27% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 90 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY25% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 82 distinct reports on file.
FIRE13% of complaints: power train — 42 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
TRANSMISSION INTERMITTENTLY BUMP SHIFTS OR SLAMS INTO GEAR.
NHTSA ODI report, 20020220
5% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 15 distinct reports on file.
3% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 11 distinct reports on file.
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WHEN DRIVING AT 60-65 MPH VEHICLE WILL SHUT OFF , DASHBOARD LIGHTS WILL TURN ON, BUT ALL OTHER LIGHTS WILL GO OFF. THIS HAS OCCURRED THREE TIMES OVER THE PAST FEW MONTHS. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20020204
SAFETY TIMELINE
THROTTLE CONTROL FAILURE
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
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
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
2002 Dodge Intrepid — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (90 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (82 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (42 reports on file for this year).
- 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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FAQ
Is the 2002 Dodge Intrepid reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2002 Dodge Intrepid is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Dodge Intrepid?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling:engine, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2002 Dodge Intrepid have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.