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2004 Dodge Intrepid problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2004 Dodge Intrepid sits mid-pack among Intrepid years: 155 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 500, with 2 recalls and no defect investigations. Complainants reported 10 injuries in total across these filings.

The trouble concentrates in one system: engine issues account for 60% of all reports (93 of 155), far ahead of transmission at 10.

155

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

11

Crash-involved

7

Fires reported

10

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2004 compare to other Intrepid years?

Intrepid NHTSA complaints by model year, 2004 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, 2004 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2004 Dodge Intrepid problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine9360%
Steering106%
Transmission106%
Airbags75%
Electrical System75%
Brakes64%
Suspension53%
Tires & Wheels32%
Lighting32%
Body & Structure32%
Other21%
Seat Belts21%
Speed Control21%
Fuel System11%
Latches & Locks11%

Does the 2004 Dodge Intrepid have recalls?

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

09E025000LightingMay 11, 2009 · 42,540 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

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.

09E012000LightingApril 7, 2009 · 16,270 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“MY 2004 DODGE INTREPID WAS IN AN ACCIDENT. OVER 5 MILES PER HOUR FRONT END DAMAGE. AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. WHEN CAR INSURANCE LOOKED AT CAR SAID MOTOR SEIZED AT THE SCENE OF ACCIDENT BUT NOT FROM ACCIDENT. TERRIBLE CAR,TERRIBLE AUTO INSURANCE. NOW PAYING FOR A CAR THAT IS SITTING AT A GARAGE. *TR”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · February 22, 2011 · crash

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 DODGE INTREPID. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED WHEN IT ROLLED AWAY FROM A RESIDENTIAL DRIVEWAY AND CRASHED INTO A MAILBOX. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MECHANIC ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THE GEAR SHIFT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · October 19, 2012 · crash

“WE ARE WRITING TO LET YOU KNOW OF A MAJOR CAR FIRE THAT OCCURRED IN OUR DODGE INTREPID. THE DRIVER WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE. THE HOT/COLD NEEDLE BEGAN MOVING UP AND DOWN. THEN THE BRAKES GAVE OUT. THEN, THE POWER STEERING GAVE OUT. THE CAR STARTED SMOKING PRODUCING BLACK CHEMICAL SMOKE INTO…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · November 21, 2019 · fire

“DT: THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE HIT A GUARD RAIL AT 50-55 MPH AND THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE BUMPER CAME OFF, THE LIGHTS WERE KNOCKED OUT, AND THE HOOD WAS PUSHED BACK. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN INSPECTED. A POLICE REPORT WAS TAKEN AT THE SCENE. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED A SCRAPE TO HIS HEAD, A STIFF…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · December 9, 2005 · crash

“WHEN DRIVING ANY WHERE ANY SPEED CAR WILL START HESITATING THEN CUT OFF. SOMETIMES IF YOU LET IT SIT FOR 15 MINS IT WILL TURN BACK SOMETIMES IT WILL TAKE LONGER. VERY DANGEROUS CAR AND IT'S A SHAME TO PAY 487.00 A MONTH FOR A CAR THAT MAY VERY WELL COST YOU YOUR LIFE. IN 2005 HAD TO PUT IT IN THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · January 20, 2006

2004 Dodge Intrepid — common questions

Is the 2004 Dodge Intrepid reliable?

Its record is better than the model's norm: 155 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Intrepid year, with 2 recalls and no open investigations.

What are the most common 2004 Intrepid problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are engine (93 complaints), transmission (10 complaints), steering (10 complaints).

Does the 2004 Dodge Intrepid have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2004 Dodge Intrepid. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

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.