1996 Dodge Intrepid: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 1996 Dodge Intrepid: 2 recalls, 505 owner complaints and up to 20 mpg combined.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #98V184000 · 1998 · 722,600 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
The fix: 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…
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #04V021000 · 2004 · 2,315,768 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: Either circumstance May result in the vehicle rolling away without warning.
The fix: 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.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 22 mention a fire, 23 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Steering (152): the most common themes are steering problems (125), noise or vibration (39).
- Engine & cooling (83): the most common themes are leaks (23), overheating (17).
- Fuel system (79): the most common themes are leaks (45), fire / smoke (9), stalls / loses power (3).
- Transmission & drivetrain (44): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (15), noise or vibration (3).
The 1996 Dodge Intrepid has 505 owner complaints, ranking #6 of 13 Intrepid model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 479). Complaints peaked in 1999 (105 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 93,700 miles. Neighboring years: 1995 (589 complaints, 3 recalls), 1997 (344 complaints, 2 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.3 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 20 | Regular |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 16 | 24 | 19 | Regular |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 15 | 24 | 18 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 1996 Dodge Intrepid have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 1996 Dodge Intrepid. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 1996 Dodge Intrepid problems?
Owners have filed 505 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are steering (152), engine & cooling (83), fuel system (79).
What gas mileage does the 1996 Dodge Intrepid get?
EPA ratings run up to 20 mpg combined (3.3 L, Automatic 4-spd), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 1996 Dodge Intrepid repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.