2002 Dodge Intrepid electrical system problems
15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 2002 Dodge Intrepid — 5% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Ignition switch failure. After turning off car, switch slips into accessory position and drains battery. Car does not start when I return to the car to go somewhere. I need to pay for a jump or new battery, or tow to my mechanic. Then I have to keep replacing the ignition switch. The original…”
filed Aug 20, 2014
“We bought this car as the third owner the air bag light was on the cruise control didn't work and the horn wouldn't sound.after searching the internet,and finding out that they had many many of the internal pasts changed and the multitudes of people reimbursed, we took our car to the dealer and…”
filed Sep 22, 2013
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not…
9004275 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 22, 2020KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not…
9004275 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 22, 2020Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery…
08-049-20 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 22, 2020
Electrical System problems in other Intrepid years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 Intrepid | 7 | 5% |
| 2003 Intrepid | 7 | 7% |
| 2001 Intrepid | 16 | 2% |
| 2000 Intrepid | 33 | 3% |
| 1999 Intrepid | 56 | 6% |
| 1998 Intrepid | 33 | 9% |
| 1997 Intrepid | 29 | 8% |
| 1996 Intrepid | 32 | 6% |
| 1995 Intrepid | 43 | 7% |
| 1994 Intrepid | 68 | 9% |
| 1993 Intrepid | 23 | 6% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2002 Dodge Intrepid
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.