Dodge Stratus recalls and problems

18 recalls and 909 owner complaints for 7 model years. Pick your year for full details.

Recalls

Complaints

909

Crashes reported

Fires reported

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2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000

Dodge Stratus by year

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires	Injuries	Deaths
2006 Stratus	0	74	19	3	9	0
2005 Stratus	3	62	14	2	11	0
2004 Stratus	3	144	24	1	17	0
2003 Stratus	2	75	7	0	7	0
2002 Stratus	2	150	10	4	11	0
2001 Stratus	10	186	8	2	7	1
2000 Stratus	5	216	16	64	16	0

Most reported Dodge Stratus problems

Problem area	Reports
Engine and Engine Cooling	191
Suspension	187
Steering	144
Air Bags	110
Electrical System	101
Power Train	89
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	70
Structure	46
Vehicle Speed Control	46
Fuel System, Gasoline	38

All Dodge Stratus recalls

Recall	Date	Years	Component	Summary
16V-401	Jun 3, 2016	2001–2002	Air Bags	Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
15V-338	Jun 2, 2015	2001–2005	Air Bags	Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
06V-001	Jan 5, 2006	2000	Steering	On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 2.4 liter engines, the high pressure power steering hose may prematurely heat age and develop a leak.
04V-579	Dec 9, 2004	2005	Steering	On certain sedans and convertible model vehicles, the right steering knuckle may have been damaged during the component manufacturing process.
04V-532	Nov 2, 2004	2005	Seat Belts	On certain sedans, the left and right rear outboard retractor and turning loop bolts on the seat belts may not have been properly tightened.
04V-313	Jun 29, 2004	2004	Fuel System, Gasoline	On certain 2-door passenger vehicles, the fuel return line hose fitting on the electric fuel pump may be improperly molded.
03V-443	Nov 4, 2003	2003–2004	Fuel System, Gasoline	On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel return line hose fitting on the electric fuel pump may be restricted, causing excessive fuel pressure to build up in the fuel injection system.
01V-011	Jan 16, 2001	2001	Power Train	Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions.
01V-005	Jan 8, 2001	2001	Seats	Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.
00V-366	Nov 9, 2000	2000–2001	Child Seat	Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles, pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no.
00V-320	Oct 27, 2000	2001	Fuel System, Gasoline	Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.
00V-306	Oct 12, 2000	2001	Air Bags	Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.
00V-299	Oct 2, 2000	2001	Engine and Engine Cooling	Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.
00V-278	Sep 18, 2000	2001	Structure	Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.
00V-225	Aug 10, 2000	2001	Steering	Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.
00V-196	Jul 17, 2000	2000	Service Brakes, Hydraulic	Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.
00V-066	Mar 2, 2000	2000	Equipment	Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.
00V-067	Mar 2, 2000	2000	Fuel System, Gasoline	Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.

Frequently asked questions

What is the worst year for the Dodge Stratus?

By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2000 Dodge Stratus has the most reports (216). Check the 2000 page for the problems owners describe.

How many recalls does the Dodge Stratus have?

NHTSA lists 18 safety recalls covering Dodge Stratus model years 2000–2005.

What are the most common Dodge Stratus problems?

Owners report engine and engine cooling, suspension, steering problems most often.