Dodge Stratus engine problems

engine problem

8.7

pretty bad

Typical Repair Cost:

$2,000.00

Average Mileage:

121,018 miles

Number of complaints:

3 complaints

Most common solutions:

  1. not sure (3 reports)

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problem #3

2007Jun 11

(reported on)

Stratus 2.4L

  • Automatic transmission
  • 165,800 miles

I have already sunk around $2,000 in this car a few months ago to now have it messing up again. I was just getting ready to sell it before it totally breaks down on me. Then just as luck would have it, the damn thing starts with a new problem. I'm just trying to figure out what the problem is so I can fix it and get rid of this car. I swear I will never own another Dodge.

ann71879

Dyersburg, Tennessee, USA

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problem #2

2007Jun 12

(reported on)

Stratus ES 4 cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 116,000 miles

I expected this car to last longer than it did. At 116,000 miles, the brakes were leaking, transmission was slipping and the engine was needing replaced. The 3rd cylinder had "virtually" lost all compression according to my mechanic who was also the one who suggested "take it to the nearest auction. I wouldn't waste my money on an engine repair, rebuild or replacement." The "check engine" light was always on even though a reason could not be found. Maybe the new engine would have cured this? I am not a hard driver and take very good care of my vehicles routine maintenance. I now know too many people with prior bad Dodge experiences (including my husband's 1996 Dodge Dakota he's still trying to keep going) and will never have another Dodge in my lifetime!

Penny S.

Bridgeville, DE, USA

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problem #1

2004Nov 01

(reported on)

Stratus ES

  • 81,255 miles

Car is kicking and now the engine light is on. I don't know whats wrong with it. I need advice, Im a girl damn it

Amy G.

Akron, OH, USA

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