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1995 Dodge Intrepid problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 919 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 1.9 times the median Intrepid year — the 1995 model ranks #4 of 15 Intrepid years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list. Reports tied to this model year include 13 deaths and 60 injuries, per the complaint records themselves.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across transmission (160), fuel system (119), and steering (114), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

919

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

9

Investigations

67

Crash-involved

38

Fires reported

60

Injuries

13

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 1995 compare to other Intrepid years?

Intrepid NHTSA complaints by model year, 1995 highlighted1,236 complaints1987: 2 complaints1988: 2 complaints1992: 2 complaints1993: 554 complaints1994: 1,024 complaints1995: 919 complaints1996: 709 complaints1997: 473 complaints1998: 493 complaints1999: 1,236 complaints2000: 1,227 complaints2001: 729 complaints2002: 413 complaints2003: 140 complaints2004: 155 complaints
Intrepid NHTSA complaints by model year, 1995 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 1995 Dodge Intrepid problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Transmission16017%
Fuel System11913%
Steering11412%
Engine809%
Suspension698%
Brakes617%
Electrical System526%
Airbags526%
Lighting404%
Climate Control (A/C & Heat)384%
Body & Structure334%
Speed Control273%
Visibility & Wipers253%
Other162%
Seats111%
Tires & Wheels81%
Seat Belts71%
Latches & Locks51%
Child Seat20%

Does the 1995 Dodge Intrepid have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

04V021000TransmissionJanuary 13, 2004 · 2,315,768 units

Defect

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FLOOR SHIFTER IGNITION-PARK INTERLOCK MAY FAIL AND ALLOW THE SHIFTER TO BE MOVED OUT OF THE PARK POSITION WITH THE KEY REMOVED. AN INOPERATIVE INTERLOCK MAY ALSO ALLOW THE KEY TO BE REMOVED WHEN THE SHIFTER HAS NOT BEEN PLACED IN THE PARK POSITION.

Consequence

EITHER CIRCUMSTANCE MAY RESULT IN THE VEHICLE ROLLING AWAY WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW LOAD-LIMITING PUSH ROD INTO THE FLOOR SHIFTER LEVER OF THE AFFECTED VEHICLES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JUNE 14, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

99V215000SuspensionAugust 9, 1999 · 402,830 units

Defect

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE LOWER CONTROL ARM ATTACHING BRACKETS CAN CRACK DUE TO FATIGUE AND SEPARATE FROM THE ENGINE CRADLE.

Consequence

IF THIS OCCURS, THE TRANSMISSION HALF-SHAFT COULD PULL OUT OF THE TRANSAXLE AND RESULT IN LOSS OF POWER.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REINFORCE THE ENGINE CRADLE AT THE POINT WHERE THE LOWER CONTROL ARM ATTACHES TO IT.

98V184000Fuel SystemAugust 6, 1998 · 722,600 units

Defect

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES BUILT WITH 3.5L ENGINES. THE FUEL INJECTION DELIVERY SYSTEM CAN LEAK FUEL FROM SOME OF THE SEALING O-RINGS OR FROM HAIR LINE CRACKS IN THE THERMOSET FUEL INJECTION RAIL.

Consequence

FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL RAIL O-RINGS AND REINFORCE THE OUTLET (PASSENGER) SIDE FUEL RAIL. VEHICLES SHOWING FUEL LEAKAGE ON THE OUTLET FUEL RAIL MUST HAVE THE OUTLET RAIL REPLACED WHICH INCLUDES CHANGING THE UPPER AND LOWER INJECTOR O-RINGS. HOWEVER, IF A VEHICLE IS LEAKING FUEL FROM THE O-RINGS OR FROM A CRACKED FUEL LINE, THE VEHICLE SHOULD BE TAKEN INTO A DEALER TO HAVE THIS REPAIRED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“THE REAR SEAT OF MY CAR WAS SMOLDERING AND GIVING OFF A LOT OF SMOKE AND FUMES WITH THE EXHAUST PROBLEM. I WAS VERY ALARMED SINCE THE BACK SEAT IS VERY CLOSE TO THE GAS TANK. ON THE TRANSMISSION AND AIR CONDITIONER BOTH SYSTEMS HAVE HAD TO BE REPLCED 3 OR 4 TIMES AND USUALLY ABOUT EVERY 50K.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · August 27, 2000 · fire

“ON THE MORNING OF DECEMBER 2, 1997 WHEN MY FAMILY AND I WERE IN THE CAR IN THE DRIVEWAY OF OUR HOME, AS I STARTED THE CAR A FLAME SHOOT OUT FROM UNDER THE HOOD. MY FAMILY JUMPED OUT OF THE CAR AS I POPPED THE HOOD AND THE ENGINE WAS ABLAZE. WE QUICKLY CALLED THE ANTELOPE FIRE DEPARTMENT, WHICH CAME…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · December 2, 1997 · fire

“OWNER STATES THAT HE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL CRASH WHEN HIS VEHICLE HIT POLE AFTER THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED INTO PLACE, DEALER REPLACED A COUPLER AND THE PROBLEM RETURNED, WHEN OWNER TOOK BACK TO DEALERS HE WAS TOLD THAT IT WAS SECONDARY DAMAGE . *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · crash

“THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED OUT FRONT OF THE RESIDENCE. THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS CALLED TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED BY THE INSURANCE COMPANY. THE INSPECTOR INFORMED THE DRIVER THAT THE FIRE STARTED FROM THE CONVERTER AND THE VEHICLE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · September 23, 2004 · fire

“WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE SEVERELY PULLED TO THE RIGHT WHICH CAUSED VEHICLE TO SPIN, RESULTING IN A COLLISION. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · crash

1995 Dodge Intrepid — common questions

Is the 1995 Dodge Intrepid reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 919 complaints put the 1995 model at #4 of 15 Intrepid years. It is one of the Intrepid years to avoid.

What are the most common 1995 Intrepid problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are transmission (160 complaints), fuel system (119 complaints), steering (114 complaints).

Does the 1995 Dodge Intrepid have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 1995 Dodge Intrepid. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 1995 Dodge Intrepid under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened 9 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Dodge Intrepid years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Intrepid years to avoid are 1999, 2000, 1994, 1995. The cleanest record among Intrepid years belongs to 1992.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.