5.6

fairly significant
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
15,800 miles

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problem #5

Jan 011999

Stratus

  • miles
The contact owns a 1999 Dodge Stratus. When it rains, the instrument panel gauges, windshield wipers, and air conditioner become inoperable. The contact stated that the vehicle was a lemon because it has been included in two recalls and the windows did not work at the time of purchase. The contact believes that Chrysler should repair the vehicle since the failures have been occurring since the day it was purchased. The VIN and failure mileage were unknown. The current mileage was 5,000.

- St. Petersburg, FL, USA

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problem #4

Aug 222006

Stratus 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 79,000 miles
The contact owns a 1999 Dodge Stratus. The contact stated that the power steering failed. The vehicle began smoking underneath the hood, and the mechanic replaced the power steering pump and hose. Also, the contact stated that the transmission failed and caused the indicators on the instrument panel to malfunction. This failure prevented her from determining how fast she was driving. In addition, the gears failed to shift from second gear. The mechanic stated that a sensor in the transmission and the air conditioning system failed. Also, the cooling system failed, and the water pump and timing belt were replaced twice. The failure began when the vehicle ran hot. She will collect the work reports and receipts from the dealer regarding the other failures that occurred. The current mileage is 105,000, and failure mileage was 79,000.

- Cameron, TX, USA

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problem #3

Nov 182003

Stratus 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Consumer check engine light illuminated on Dodge Stratus 1999. (11/17/05) the A/C stopped on the vehicle and the right front wheel was damaged at purchase.

- Houston, TX, USA

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problem #2

Sep 202004

Stratus 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Multiple failures, continually steering problems. Engine leaked oil, no A/C or heated, ect. The consumer stated that the steering wheel was loose. The consumer attempted to make a left turn and hit the curb due to the loose steering wheel. The consumer stated that there might be a problem with the right side axle.

- Detroit, MI, USA

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problem #1

Jul 291999

(reported on)

Stratus

  • miles
Air conditioner design will not provide sufficient cold air in the pheonix, AZ when air temprature exceed 100 degrees F. dealer agrees that air conditioner does not meet the phoenix, AZ climate needs.

- Mesa, AZ, USA

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