10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
41,174 miles

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problem #3

Dec 312002

Stratus 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 123,521 miles
Rupture in power steering hose caused power steering fluid to to contact hot exhaust manifold, resulting in a fire that melted ignition wires, distributor, and power steering return fluid line.

- Nrh, TX, USA

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problem #2

Oct 052000

(reported on)

Stratus

  • miles
Power steering failed. Nlm

- Minneapoli, MN, USA

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problem #1

Nov 011996

Stratus

  • miles
Trunk lid came down on driver's head, causing a mild concussion. Also, replaced warped brake rotors/steering rack and power steering and egr valve. In addition, engine check light came on.

- Milford, PA, USA

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