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2002 Dodge Intrepid repairs by problem area

Engine (63%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (15%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (22%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (0%)

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2002 Dodge Intrepid repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (4%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (38%)

< $100 (58%)

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Chart based on 24 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2002 Dodge Intrepid 4dr Sedan

244-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Dodge Intrepid in Ontario, Canada
- Jan 2002
Jan 2002

7440 mi
Transmission Input/Output Sensors needed to be changed (limp mode). Covered under warranty. 

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2002 Dodge Intrepid 4dr Sedan

234-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

Dodge Intrepid in Tennessee, United States
Oct 2013 - Jun 2022
Apr 2014

95500 mi

US $50
Blend door actuator went bad, AC was blowing cold all the time but would sometimes get stuck blowing heat. Had to force blend door open to stay cold. have to dig into the car from the glovebox to replace it - will do so when I get the time 
Jul 2014

97200 mi

US $18
A/C idler pulley causing audible vibrations in the car around 1500 RPMS. Pulley was replaced from under the car - took under 30 minutes. 
Aug 2014

98000 mi

US $350
Inner tie rod end bushings were worn, causing vague/sloppy steering. Had them replaced 
Oct 2014

98200 mi

US $5
Replace PCV valve 
Aug 2015

106300 mi

US $60
Replaced thermostat 
Oct 2015

107500 mi

US $90
Replaced failing aftermarket coolant tank with new OEM coolant tank. Original radiator side tanks became cracked. Replaced with new radiator 
Feb 2016

110000 mi

US $80
Noticed steam coming out of the front end after engine had warmed up. Upper radiator hose had a hole in it and was spewing coolant. Negative battery wire had become deformed and was causing strange electrical issues. Wire was loose on post and would not keep contact. Replaced the wire. 
Aug 2016

113000 mi

US $110
Replaced radiator fan 
Dec 2016

116000 mi

US $120
Starter failed 
Jan 2017

110300 mi

US $40
Camshaft position sensor 
Mar 2017

118000 mi
replaced rear cam thrust plate seal/o-ring 
May 2017

122000 mi

US $90
recently replaced shock was leaking, causing a clunking sound. Part replaced with warranty, but had to pay labor for replacement. 
Apr 2018

126000 mi

US $1100
evap core  and heater core replaced 
Feb 2022

133000 mi

US $300
Water pump failed. Replaced water pump, timing belt, timing belt tensioner, serpentine and accessory belts belts, and coolant. Inner tie rod ends replaced. Driver side was completely gone and passenger side was torn. 
Apr 2022

134000 mi

US $50
Camshaft Position Sensor Replacement One Radiator Fan blade had detached from Fan motor 
Dodge Intrepid in Minnesota, United States
May 2013 - Oct 2014
Jun 2013

117000 mi

US $150
Faulty cam position sensor 
Jan 2014

122200 mi

US $320
Replaced balancer and 2 belts 
Jul 2014

127200 mi

US $135
Blower resister failed and replaced. 

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2002 Dodge Intrepid 4dr Sedan

200-horsepower 2.7L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

Dodge Intrepid in Oregon, United States
Feb 2016 - Feb 2016
Feb 2016 Head gasket blew at 185000 
Dodge Intrepid in New York, United States
May 2013 - Jun 2017
Dec 2014

57000 mi

US $150
Sway bar was worn and had to be replaced due to clunking sound 
Dodge Intrepid in Minnesota, United States
Jun 2013 - Mar 2016
Mar 2015

159000 mi

US $300
Developed a bad camshaft sensor, repaired under an hour. 

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