10.0

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

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problem #8

Jan 312001

Stratus

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Brake system failed and the engine caught on fire. Possible due to malfunctioning of the brakes or engine leak may have been the cause.

- Mayaguez, PR, USA

problem #7

May 312000

Stratus

  • miles
The brakes go to the rotors without any warning, inspection completed on the brakes and they were fine, however within 17 days the brakes were worn down to the rotors, six repairs completed on the brake system, consumer feels the dealership is not completing the work properly resulting in return visits and repairs.

- Freeport, PA, USA

problem #6

Jul 101998

Stratus

  • miles
Vehicle experienced numerous brake failures, brake pads and rotors have been replaced many times.

- Rochester, NY, USA

problem #5

Jul 101998

Stratus

  • miles
Vehicle experienced numerous brake failures, brake pads and rotors have been replaced many times.

- Rochester, NY, USA

problem #4

Jan 112000

(reported on)

Stratus

  • miles
This vehicle ran into the rear of another vehicle while braking from the speed of 70 mph. Upon impact, air bag did not deploy. The dealer has been contacted.

- Newbury Park, CA, USA

problem #3

Oct 051999

(reported on)

Stratus

  • miles
Complained of brakes making rattling noise...dealer said that it wasn't unsafe but just annoying

- Des Moines, IA, USA

problem #2

Feb 011999

Stratus

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Braking system malfuctioned, brake pedal went to the floor, causing extended stopping distance which could result in a crash. Also problems with the transmission. Consumer states after backing up and then putting vehicle in drive, vehicle wont go forward.

- Cordova, NC, USA

problem #1

May 201998

Stratus

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
When braking, consumer hears a squeal coming from the front and rear brakes, manufacturer stated that this was normal and will not do anything about it.

- Wausau, WI, USA