Dodge Engine Oil Sludge Lawsuits

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Certain model year 1998 to 2002 Dodge Intrepid and Dodge Stratus vehicles contain defective Chrysler 2.7 liter V6 engines. These engines have a propensity to build up oil sludge, which could result in engine failure much earlier than would be expected.

STATUS OF DODGE ENGINE LAWSUITS: Chrysler has been denying warranty coverage for the 2.7 liter engine problems, forcing many vehicle owners to contact product liability lawyers to pursue Dodge engine lawsuits to recover the repair costs.

All federal Dodge engine failure class action lawsuits have been consolidated in an MDL in the District of New Jersey.

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OVERVIEW: The Chrysler 2.7 liter engine used in Dodge Intrepid, Dodge Stratus as well as certain Chrysler vehicles, is defectively designed and could fail between 50,000 and 60,000 miles. In some cases, owners have reported catastrophic engine failure as early as 20,000.

Chrysler has been denying warranty coverage for the Dodge 2.7 liter engine failures, requiring owners to incur between $4,000 and $10,000 to repair or replace the engine.

DODGE ENGINE PROBLEMS: Chrysler designed the 2.7 liter V6 engines as a smaller engine with less oil capacity. This has caused the Dodge engine problems because oil sludge could develop if the oil is not replaced within a small margin of time.

Even when owners have regularly replaced their engine oil within the time frame outlined in the owners manual, there are still some who have had their engine seize suddenly when the vehicle still had well under 100,000 miles.

DODGE CLASS ACTION LAWSUITS: At least five state class action lawsuits over the Dodge engine oil sludge problems have been filed in various federal courts throughout the United States. In February 2009, all of the cases were consolidated in an MDL in the District of New Jersey.

The Dodge engine failure lawsuits allege that design defects in the 2.7 liter V6 engines make them prone to form oil sludge, which could result in catastrophic engine failure.


118 Comments


Kristin
I got the Dodge Intrepid 2002 like two weeks ago, and the engine blew because of the timing chain belt broke.

CHARLES
2002 chrysler sebring with 57,000 miles and I have changed oil on regular basis and kept up with all maintenance. The Chrysler dealer is denying that there is a design flaw. I am totally disgusted with chrysler. I would not recommend anyone to buy chrysler products.

corrina
I purchased a brand new 2005 chrysler 300 in march of “05” and have had multiple issues with the car as far as the engine was concerned and now the engine went out back in oct of “2010” and currently my financial situation isnt that great and the engine is so hard to find and very expensive

Will
I purchased a 2006 Chrysler Sebring and we are the only owners. We have kept the oil changes as needed. In review of a recent call stalling on the freeway, the Chrysler Dealer informed me that our engine froze up. We had no prior warning or overheating issues. I am currently trying to get it fixed and also gather records from several places that did oil chages. At this point we have not been informed of what is going on with the car and who will be fixing it. If anyone can provide some input, we would appreciate it.

Frederick
I recently purchased a 2002 intrepid SE – the oil light flickers when RPMs are low. I took it to a mechanic for a oil change, the mechanic told me that I would eventually need a new engine and the car has about a week or month to live. I was devistated, he told me that this issue occurs a lot with this brand of car. He told me I would have to spend about 3,000 dollars for a rebuilt engine considering I just paid 2800 for the vehice 2 months ago. I would love to be apart of a lawsuit to get compensation for something that obviously the manufacturer knows about but fails to address.

Mary
2001 Dodge Intrepid. Bought used in 2001 – only 6 months old. I’ve had various issues (oil light flickering on), but overall I’ve like my car – until now. Car started to stall while driving. I brought it home – thinking I had just bought some “bad gas”. Antifreze was leaking out of the car. It has mixed in with the oil. Had it towed to my mechanic. He figures $500-$600 for water pump. Thinks it my need a new timing chain or head gasket. Probably needs a new engine. He really doesn’t think I should try to fix it – he hates to “steal my money” for a piece of junk that probably still won’t work. Calling around to have it junked – most I’m being offered is $200.00

Robert
I had a 2000 Chrysler Concorde and at about 50,000 miles the oil light started flashing and the only way I got it to stop was to have the sensor changed. The car eventualy threw a rod at 63,000 miles. I also had a 2005 Chrysler Sebring at the same time, which threw a rod two days earler and it only had 77,800 miles and Chrysler has refused to do anything about any assistance. I was personally told by a Service Manager at Zimmer Chrysler in Florence, Kentucky that he had only heard that the Concorde had the problem because the exhaust was too close to the oil pan and it caused the slug problem.

CUATLACUATL
got my husbands 2002 intrepid used in 2005, had 60k miles on it… started with the water pump, the alternator, some other various (not cheap) reverselating gonkulators (dont remeber exactly what) and then in nov 2009 on the highway it started gushing water/antifreeze without any indication that it was overheating and is now a gold lawn ornament. cant afford to put a new engine in it, and there isnt anyone to sell it too. what a peice of crap

cory
2002 sebring 2.7 blew at 46,000 on frist owner he replaced sold the car to me i replace the motor agin at 103,000 and now the car has 108,xxx and needs another motor.

Sandeep
I bought 2003 dodge intrepid from dealer when it was 12000 miles on it. now as of today am 105000 miles. 10 days ago my oil lights start flickering when i am at stop sign or complete stop. SO far i changed oil pressure sensor switch and harness and connectors. No go.still lights flickering. i can’t afford new engine.i need to know how can i join this law suit and put my name in it.Dodge sucks.

Darren
I have a Dodge Ram 1500 that is having similiar problems to what is happening with the Dodge Intrepid and Dodge Stratus. My Ram has the 5.2 engine. First I experienced a slight loss in oil pressure. Never out of the safe range. Then I had a cylinder 2 misfire. Now I have a problem with engine running hot. I have changed wires, plugs, cap and rotor. As well as the oil pump and oil sending unit when that was done they also replaced the oil tube and cleaned out all the sludge. I also had thermostat replaced. Still have same problems. Dodge needs to stand behind their vehicles and fix their mistakes.

Duane
2000 Intrepid, Sludge problem…$$$ UGH What a piece of crap

ruth
back on 28 jan 2010….how do i get i the class act law suit..or who do i call about this..it is in my drive way and would like to do samething have them do do anything…fix or get used car 2001 or samething help help

Cynthia
Has anyone heard from someone on your problems with your car? We had a 2004 Dodge Intrepid (2.7 engine), bought it with 28,000 miles on it and the engine blew at 110,000. We had all of our oil changes on time and it was a good car, and the engine just all of a sudden blew. We never got anything from Dodge Chrysler saying there was a problem with this engine. Did those of you who asked about information to be added to the lawsuit – did you hear from anyone? I don’t see any responses regarding that. Thanks.

LaDonna
Hello, I would like to know if someone can please send me some information on how to add my name to the class action lawsuit agaist Chrysler? I have 2002 Dodge Intrepid 2.7 litter engine that is not driveable due to my engine just stopping 1 night. For 2 years I had and still do have to depend on public transportation to get to my part time job. This has been a very emotional 2 years for me since I paid off my car and the engine stopped on me just out of the blue. I had 2 authorized mechanics to suggest due to the oil sludge to replace my engine (proof with reciets).

Krista
WE have a 2002 Dodge Stratus less then 80,000 miles on it. and we have had to have the brakes and rotors repkaced 3 times. I will never purchase a Dodge again. What a lemon! Now the mechanic is telling us it needs $1200 worth of work otherwise he said it is dangerous to drive. BYE BYE DODGE!!!!!!!!!

joseph
how can i be apart of the class act law suit

SHANA
2004 intrepid, just started with the problems… oil ilght had began coming on even after fresh oil change.. Now the car is stalling while driving like it will die out.. very scary does it on the Highway. First thought it was bad gas but NO!… almost hit a couple of time.. took it to Dodge Dealership ( NO LUCK!) they don’t even know.. guessing game about the sensor’s but told them not giving them anymore money unless they are sure what the problem was. They had my car for 3 days no, courtsey car or nothing, days off work. Called this Am stated think it’s some other sensors and wanted to do them MAP sensor and some other.. Spouse told them he had change the other one but not the Map.. Guy stated that he isn;t sure if this will slove it.. NO MORE dishing out monies.. Where’s the suit against these guys! If they can’t stand behind there own cars what are we in for?

Lori
I had a 2004 Dodge Intrepid with approximately 128,000 miles on it. Still owed a year of payments. Driving home from work without warning, heard a strange gushing noise from the engine. The gauges did not register that the car had overheated. About 1 to 2 miles later the car shut down and I coasted to the side of the road. The water pump had blown without warning and the engine was a total loss. I located another engine but was told that all these engines were junk and that if I spent the $1700 to purchase a used engine and have it put in, the same thing could and probably would happen.

Christopher
I own a 2003 Dodge Intrepid with a 2.7L V-6. The engine suffered catastrophic failure at 53,000 miles due to sludge and the #3 Cylinder. It was under warranty and was replaced although it took them 5 weeks to do so and I incurred $1051.00 in car rental fees. Last weekend, the new engine blew for the exact same reason, oil sludge and the #3 cylinder. I contacted the dealer and Chrysler. I was told by the Supervisor that Chrysler is not going to do anything about it and that I am out a car.

Debra
I purchased a 2001 Chrysler Sebring Convertible brand new and loved the car, I was so proud of it! I thought this may very well be the last car I buy I will baby it and it will last me forever, since I only put about 10,000 miles per year on a car. Well at about 73,000 miles the engine died!!! While I was on my way home from vacation, had to have it towed about 400 miles!!! Replaced the engine and once again my love for my 2001 sebring convertible was renewed until about 28,000 miles later the new engine died! Now I am just sick and can not afford to put another engine in it AND if I do put a new engine in it who knows how long it will last. What am I supposed to do?

Ray
I recently purchased a very clean 2002 Dodge Status RT with a 2.7 eng. the car was runnning good until w/o warning it stopped running. the eng. has 83,000 miles. Mechanics tell me its a bad engine. any advise?

kevin
My engine went out on my Dodge magnum which is a 2005 I brought it just before Hurricane Katrina. I took very good care of my car with the proper oil changes which i can get receipts for. it just started making noise and stopped I had to wait for a tow truck and stand in a area at night until 10:30. I am still paying a car note. I thougth I was going to have this car at least 20yrs not 5yrs and a note. I would like to have a balout plan just like they had with my tax dollars. Now i have to catch the bus to work or a ride with a car that has a bad engine and a car note. We need someone to help us as law abiding citizens. Help,help we need you now news media to expose DaimlerChrysler for not valuing us as good customers. this matter is real not a game or joke the joke is on us the customer of DaimlerChrysler.

Ed
had 2001 Intrepid since 2002, purchased from dealer with 10,000 miles, ran great really well maintained,oil&filter every 2500 to 3000 miles. wife drove car, she pulled it into our garage saying it was making a funny sound,and shut it off, that was 2 years ago, it never started since. A mechanic, who worked at a Chrysler dealership, looked at it and said no sludge problem but your timing chain went bad. Since I am out of work for two years I had to wait to save money to repair it, the dealer quoted ~$3000- $4000 to do, and no guarantee that It would last.

titus
I have a 2002 status with a 2.7 engine and i know jus about everthing there is to know about this car and mine broke from the oil getting to hot and turning to sludge! i am a jet machanic and i do all the maintance on my cars and i always kept the oil clean to where it wouldnt eaven darken and my car failed at 135,000 milles. so what dose that tell you about that engine???

colleen
I also owened a 2001 Dodge Intrepid. It was a great car up until about 2 months ago.I Started having alot of things happen (expensive things). First the airconditiong condenser went (700.00), Then the engine had oil sludge. They said it would cost 3000.00 dollars to fix I do not have that kind of money now the car sits and I cannot drive it because I cannot afford to get it fixed. I have always driven Chyrsler vehicles…… but no more.

Karla
Hi, I bought a 2006 Dodge Magnum with the 2.7. I have the oil issue, the slipping tranny, Various components on the shifter assembly have now gone bad ( i can’t take the key out of the ignition), and to top it all off now I have the Throttle control sensor on. This car is a piece of junk. I will never ever buy another dodge ever again.

robert
my 2004 sebring lxi oil light just started to flicker and stall as i come to a sto 75.000 miles on it my mechanic told me to unload it quick.to bad someone else other then chrysler will end up with this forgive me lord.

jose
I bought a dodge stratus from a buy here pay here lot and it start having problems at the first 3 months on over heating i spend over $800.00 dollars and the second day it keep overheating i would never buy a dodge again and it sucks because i had a dodge neon 02 and it drove good but i will never ever buy a dodge car again.

karen
I have a 2002 dodge stratus that had a trans put in on 5-01-06. nothing but trouble since i bought it brand new. Had tie rods put in. the heater never worked right on it. On 01-02-10 my engine locked up on it. I can’t find anyone to fix it. I will never buy another dodge.

RobinF
I have the same issue with my 2001 Sebring and it has been sitting at a dealership because I can’t afford to replace the engine because my extended warranty states it is an existing problem prior to me buying my warranty and it isnt their reposibility. I have also spoken with the National Highway on getting them to recall & investigate this issue with the 2.7 V6 engine and they have 30 complaints but they need more – I said well thats sad that this issue has to take more complaints or for someone to die before anyone does something about this Major Problem . Here is the Link to their website on the bottom left is their phone number please everyone call them and report these problems we are all facing with this engine so they get off their booties and do something before someone dies. http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/defects/defectmonthlyreports.cfm

Leah
I have a 2002 Dodge Intrepid with a worthless 2.7 engine and have nothing but a problem. My oil light flickers when at an idle. Engine overheats if I run the AC. Have changed the water pump, thermostat, had oil changed regularly and still is no good. I had mechanic at Dodge dealership look at it and he told me I needed a new engine… he said just a matter of time before it no longer runs. What do we have to do to get a RECALL? Junk happens but take reponsibility for it when you create it … was a faithful dodge buyer but will not be after this.

Luke
A lot of sad stories but no useful information and, yes, I have a Sebring been sitting in a parking lot for 5 months now. Does anyone know the current status of this lawsuit?

Migdalia
I also purchased a used 1999 Dodge Intrepid I spent approx $1500.00 fixing issues here and there, plus a transmission. Then noticed the oil light was constantly coming on, had oil changed but the oil light would not go away. Then the car started making a knocking noise and turning off constantly. Per the mechanic the motor is blown due to a company glitch having something to do with the oil. The car was used for 3-4 months and is now sitting outside useless. How can I join this suit, per the mechanic I need to replace the engine and I don’t have the thousands of dollars it costs to repair.

Michelle
Purchased a 2003 Dodge Stratus last year. Current milage 60,013. The flickering oil light has been fixed twice and as of yesterday will need to be fixed again. The first time the car dealer took the hit, second time Midas did after an oil change by a newbie and now once again, 1000 miles from that oil change. I used to love this car. Engine light has been on once, as the manual instructed we drove it for a bit and the light went back out in about a day or two. The inserts on the doors have all broken off, the battery had to be replaced after I made the first payment..no warning…just dead. The front bumper pegs have almost all broken off because that’s how the battery is changed out…both of the front lights have broken seals and are now cloudy…and now because of the defective oil sensor issue..it isn’t safe to drive my 3 children anymore than the 5 miles it takes to get across town. I am frustrated that a company can be allowed to sell cars that could be death traps and then they get goverment money (from our taxes) and here we are left holding TWO bags of poo. Dodge will never bow to the masses. If in doubt please read this link: http://www.newser.com/story/58811/chrysler-execs-dodge-bailout-pay-caps.html I will NEVER buy another car BUT foreign. A person should be able to rest easy buying a “new” car. A company should be ashamed for having so many cars on the road that are a mockery to safety and Amercan built pride. There was a time when companies stood by their product. Good luck to everyone. I, like most of you who have posted, will be in a world of hurt if this thing breaks down before I can afford to get it replaced. I will sure not be paying to have a blown engine repaired. A person can buy a car free and clear for that kind of money. …or a bicyle….

Debbie
2004 2.7L Dodge Intrepid. Bought it new, still paying on it. Blown Motor!! This has been a problem since the late 90s. They say they fixed it in 2002. They LIE!!! SO for nearly 10 years, Dodge knew they had a BAD product on the market AND have not fessed up and corrected the problem, AND they still allow this DEFECTIVE moter to be put into the cars they are still selling. Shame on YOU Dodge. Let’s get the word out so that others may not have to deal with a company that not only lies, cheats and steals BUT also affects the lives of many Americans who are often left without transportations.

Sherri
Purchased my 2000 Intrepid in Novermber of 2005. Had right at 32,000 miles on it. Engine blew in Feb. 2007 with approx. 54,000 miles. Had an extended warranty so all I paid for was gaskets and fluids, but they put ANOTHER 2.7L engine in. Now I’m having problems with the oil light flickering, AGAIN. It now has 110,000 miles on it. Gonna try changing the wiring for the oil sensor. Otherwise, I’ll drive until it blows again. I,m looking for a Ford TAurus now. Had one before and had good luck with it. Will never buy another Chrysler/Dodge vehicle as long as I live. They’ve got enough of my money between this peice of crap car and the government bailout.

Randy
I bought my 2000 Dodge intrepid in 2004 had 50,000 miles on it we were on a 2 hr trip when I pulled up to a stop light it stopped wouldnt turn over took car to mechanic he said it had to do with the oil sludge and it would take from 3,800 to 4,500 to fix the car.NO WARNING CAR WAS PURFECT BEFORE THAT WITH NO ISSUES.also always had it serviced on time I will miss her!!

Tony
I bought a 99 dodge intrepid to give to my wife to get back and forth to work but it was a big mistake.The car didnt give any warnings at all it just quit running yesterday .I had the car towed to repair shop and after telling them what happened.They told me that its not the first 2.7 engine that has done that.Then while i was at the repair shop they were 3 more 99 intrepids being towed in at the same time.I gave them my phone number and told them to give me a estimate first before repairing and im lucky i did.When they did call me two weeks later they told me the timing chain snapped and bent some valves and busted hole in pistons.They told me the estimate was 4500 dollars to repair so i towed it back home and now i have a big boat ancor in my driveway that i cant even sell.

gary
the problem doesnt stop at 2002. have an 04 sebring with the 2.7l and 30485 miles on it. scrupulous maintainence performed at 3000 mile (or less) intervals and engine just stared having the meltdown symptoms. also have 13 other defects with the car all of which are listed known problems with chrysler products since 2000. had i done better research on this vehicle then, i wouldnt own a chrysler now or ever again

henry
same problem happened to me just bought my girlfriend a 98 intrepid money that i got back from my taxes and and it freezed up still starts but no compression did the motor seize or does it just need new head gasket any information about your guy’s experience would be helpful ty

Joseph
2002 Sebring, 65,000 miles. Seems to run well, except that now the oil pressure light is going on at idle speed.

Marcie
I have a 2000 Dodge Intrepid with 2.7 Engine in it. It has 140,000 Miles on it. about 20,000Miles ago the oil light began coming on while the car was idoling. Then a couple of months ago my husband drove the car on a quick errand and on his way home the engine died. There was no signs of engine failure, The car wasn’t smoking or knocking. It just locked up! I had no idea that there was any kind of lawsuit regarding these vehicles and the reacurring issues, I just sold the vehicle just to get it out of my yard and the person I sold it to told me about the issues and pending lawsuits. So I decided to do some research and see if there is any help for me. After finally paying the car off and not having a car payment I WAS relieved! Now I was stuck for with non running vehicle and a new car payment. Had to purchase another car to have transportation to work.

K Barron
I also own a 2004 Dodge Intrepid. I would like to join the suit how do I get involved? Purchased new, and it has had problems since 2,000 miles. It now has 96,000 but it has been trouble since day one. I had a gas leak at 2,000 miles that came from the engine and the dealer told me I was lucky it didn’t blow up on me. The air bag light has been on since day 1, now the oil light comes on a regular basis and it is not the light itself.

ann
I guess I fell lucky. I have a 2001 intrepid with the 2.7 engine. there has been no problems until just recently with over 150,000 miles on the ca. according to my mechanic the engine needs to be replaced because of the defect. All I know is next time I am buying a ford I have always bought fords previously and they lasted over 250,000 miles before starting to have lots of problems, usually with things other than the engines.

Victoria
I have a 2000 Dodge Intrepid with a 2.7 liter V6 engine, has 92,000 miles on it. It has been burning oil with some smoking. A couple of weeks ago the oil light starting coming on once the engine got hot and was idling. My mechanic told me about the problem and lawsuit with this engine type and suggested that I start using a heavier grade oil. So I hope this will help the engine to hold up a little while longer.

gloria
I bought a dodge Intrepid se in December 2009 and now its february 2010, and 2 days ago I wa driving down the offramp of the freeway and the car just died! Id just changed the oil, and put a new battery in, and there was no warning of any problem. I towed it to the repair shop very reputible peaple, and they say there is oil sludge in the engine and a knocking sound, and some problem too in the steering column. The machanic is trying to fix it all, so far hes up to $13,00.00, and Im praying thats all, but he isnt sure yet if the engines ruined! had the car 2 months! paid $27,00 for it, added about $400 more in repairs and dressing (seat covers, mats, manual, etc) and now maby the engines soup! I love the car itself, its me, but the engine, well I’l be walking if he cant fix it, I cant afford another car! And I cant afford $4,000 for a new engine! It isnt fair! What are the big boys at Dodoge/chrysler driving? I bet not their own cars!

Julie
2004 SEBRING ONLY 81000 MILES. I TOO TREAT IT LIKE A BABY WITH OIL CHANGES EVERY 2800-3000 MILES. MY OIL LIGHT CAME ON WHEN I STOPED AT LIGHT. WENT OUT WHEN MY RPM WERE HIGH BUT SLOWING DOWN AGAIN, LIGHT CAN BACK ON. WENT TO MECHANIC WHO SAID IT WAS THE SENSOR. REPLACED IT, OIL CHANGE(2400 MILES) AND PRESSURE TEST ON ENGINE. COST $300 AND LIGHT STILL COMES ON. ALSO MY HEATER BLOWER RESISTER IS BAD TOO. ONLY WORKS ON HIGH. ENGINE IS 2.7 LIKE OTHERS WITH SAME PROBLEM. I LOVE THAT CAR. CAN’T AFFORD ANOTHER. JUST PAID THIS OFF IN MAY 2009. NOW WHAT??

ruth
got a 2001 dodge intrepid with a loen and paying on it now and will be paying for 18mo more and it will be payed off wow or i can pay to fix it but they told me that it will be 9,865.72 + tax ,lab and towing to get it there so it is in the driveway just setting there wow (nice big thing there) no warning at all i was going down a hill and it die’ed and there is less then 95000mi on it so why they will not do anything there is lot of us with 2.7.. only had to drive it for 4mo..last day it was on the road was sept 2007.. so sad i love that car.. not now

Thomas
I own a 2001 Dodge Intrepid. I brought the car used from a dealer in 2002, It was just a few months old. In 2004 the car stopped on me while driving with no warning. I took it to repair shop the auto mechanic stated that dodge intrepid are know for sludge problems with the engine. It cost me over 1500.00 for repair due to sludge in the engine. My husband and I kept a regular oil change on the car and could not understand how it could have happened we only had 52,000 miles on it. I am discussed with the car and has problem with oil leakage and sensor switch since.

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