Model year guide

2003 Dodge Intrepid

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2003 Dodge Intrepid is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 10 on record.

2003 Dodge Intrepid — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2003 Dodge Intrepid at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints106
Combined19–22 mpg
Typical price$925

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2003 Dodge Intrepid recalls 2

Exterior Lighting NHTSA Campaign #09E012000 · 07/04/2009

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.

Fix: 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.

Exterior Lighting:headlights NHTSA Campaign #09E025000 · 11/05/2009

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.

Fix: 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.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2003 Dodge Intrepid common problems

Owners have filed 106 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

2003 Dodge Intrepid MPG & running costs

Combined19–22 mpg
City17 mpg
Highway26 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,317

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 3 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2003 Dodge Intrepid worth?

Low
$500
Typical price
$925
High
$1,500

From 6 comparable 2003 Dodge Intrepid listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2003 Dodge Intrepid costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,585
Depreciation (5 yrs)$400
Total$16,985
Per mile$0.23

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($925) with the same model 4 model-years older ($625), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2003 Dodge Intrepid trims & engines on record

Trims
SE · SXT
Engines
2.7L 6-cyl · 3.5L 6-cyl

2003 Dodge Intrepid vehicles on record

2003 Dodge Intrepid 2003 Dodge Intrepid SE2B3HD46R93H528898 2003 Dodge Intrepid 2003 Dodge Intrepid SE2B3HD46R63H574687 2003 Dodge Intrepid SE2B3HD46R13H526532 2003 Dodge Intrepid 2003 Dodge Intrepid SE2B3HD46R43H572517 2003 Dodge Intrepid 2003 Dodge Intrepid SXT2B3HD56G03H524999 2003 Dodge Intrepid 2003 Dodge Intrepid SXT2B3HD56G23H522574 2003 Dodge Intrepid 2003 Dodge Intrepid SXT2B3HD56G13H525000 2003 Dodge Intrepid 2003 Dodge Intrepid SE2B3AD46R33H514982 2003 Dodge Intrepid 2003 Dodge Intrepid SE2B3HD46R43H522314 2003 Dodge Intrepid 2003 Dodge Intrepid SE2B3HD46R53H541521

Other Dodge Intrepid model years

2004 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996

2003 Dodge Intrepid — frequently asked questions

Does the 2003 Dodge Intrepid have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2003 Dodge Intrepid. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2003 Dodge Intrepid?

Owners have filed 106 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are power train, engine and engine cooling, engine.

What gas mileage does the 2003 Dodge Intrepid get?

The 2003 Dodge Intrepid has U.S. EPA estimates of 19–22 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (3 versions).

How much is a 2003 Dodge Intrepid worth?

Comparable 2003 Dodge Intrepid listings run roughly $500–$1,500, typically around $925 (from 6 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.