2003 DODGE STRATUS PROBLEMS

Common Complaints and Reliability

• 1. Engine:

  • Engine light coming on and being reset
    
  • Transmission failure
    
  • Rapid acceleration while driving
    
  • Engine overheating and shutting down
    
  • Wire harness and fuel pump module needing replacement
    
  • Engine stalling while turning
    
  • Sludge build up in engine leading to failure
    
  • Extended stopping distance
    
  • Suspension noise
    

• 2. Safety Features:

  • Airbag light coming on
    
  • Defective clockspring affecting airbag deployment
    
  • Airbags not deploying in accidents
    
  • Rear ending resulting in no airbag deployment
    
  • Loss of control due to lower ball joint failure
    

• 3. Mechanical:

  • Fuel gauge dial shifting to empty
    
  • Brakes grinding and failing
    
  • Corroded rear strut mounts
    
  • Brakes needing replacement due to rubbing hole in brake line
    
  • Strut mounts falling apart due to rust
    
  • Starters failing
    
  • Horn, cruise control, and airbag failures
    
  • Seat belt mechanism activating involuntarily
    
  • Seat moving within seat track
    
  • Steering wheel popping noise
    
  • Vehicle stalling and shutting off
    

• 4. Recalls:

  • Several recalls on other models for similar issues that were not recalled for this vehicle
    

• 5. Miscellaneous:

  • Issues with paint fading
    
  • Trunk failing to remain open
    
  • Death wobble in steering column
    
  • Rear seat belts locking up
    
  • Trunk release popping open
    
  • Rattling noise in rear end
    
  • Vehicle veering off road and rolling over
    
  • Power brake booster failure
    
  • Electrical issues such as power locks, windows, and cruise control failing