repaired · 2017 Q4
Passenger side: inflator module
Risk. If the passenger side sun visor detaches and is propelled rearward, there is an increased risk of occupant injury.
2001 Dodge StratusProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 186 owner complaints about the 2001 Dodge Stratus, most often about the engine and engine cooling. It is covered by 10 safety recalls, and for recall 16V-401 the manufacturer reports only 1% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through February 10, 2021. Updated daily. Photo: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2001 Dodge Stratus has problems
186 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
58Engine and engine cooling1 crash/fire/injury
41Suspension2 crash/fire/injury
26Steering3 crash/fire/injury
26Air bags5 crash/fire/injury
20Power train
19Electrical system
11Vehicle speed control
9Service brakes, hydraulic
9Structure
3515 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and engine cooling | 58 | 1 |
| Suspension | 41 | 2 |
| Steering | 26 | 3 |
| Air bags | 26 | 5 |
| Power train | 20 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 19 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 11 | 0 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 9 | 1 |
| Structure | 9 | 1 |
| 15 other systems | 35 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
10 recalls
2001 Dodge Stratus recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2017 Q2
Passenger side: inflator module
Risk. If the passenger side sun visor detaches and is propelled rearward, there is an increased risk of occupant injury.
no report yet
Automatic transmission: cooling unit and lines
Risk. FLUID LEAKAGE FROM THE COOLER HOSES CAN CAUSE TRANSAXLE DRIVEABILITY PROBLEMS AND SMOKE IF THE OIL CONTACTS THE FRONT EXHAUST PIPE.
no report yet
Seats
Risk. IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE BOLTS MAY NOT PROPERLY SECURE THE SEAT AND COULD CAUSE INCREASED INJURY TO THE DRIVER OF THE VEHICLE.
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no report yet
Child seat
Risk. IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE CHILD SEAT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY ATTACHED INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE CHILD.
no report yet
Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk. THIS HOSE IS CONSIDERED TO BE INADEQUATE.
no report yet
Air bags: frontal
Risk. A SEPARATED AIR BAG DOOR COULD INJURE A VEHICLE OCCUPANT.
no report yet
Engine and engine cooling: engine
Risk. PROLONGED WIRING HARNESS CONTACT WITH THE HEAT SHIELD WILL CAUSE THE WIRING INSULATION TO WEAR AND EVENTUALLY TO GROUND OUT.
no report yet
Frame and members: underbody shields
Risk. SMOKE INHALATION COULD BE HARMFUL TO VEHICLE OCCUPANTS.
no report yet
Steering: gear box (other than rack and pinion)
Risk. A LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Dodge.
Mileage at failure
When do engine and engine cooling problems start?
65kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 41 engine and engine cooling complaints. 85% were reported before 100,000 miles.
3under 30k miles35under 100k miles6100k miles or more
Best & worst years
2001 vs. every other Stratus year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Stratus median. How we score
'95'96'97'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2001 Dodge Stratus safety ratings
2001 Dodge Stratus 2-DR in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
Frontal crashNot rated
Side barrierNot rated
- Stability control: No
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2001 Dodge Stratus, and the recalls they led to.
- SAFETY BELT CINCHING LATCH PLATENo recall
In owners' words
What Stratus owners report
Recent engine and engine cooling complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
VERY FORTUNATE THIS HAPPENED AS WE WERE PULLING INTO THE GARAGE. SUDDENLY SOUNDED LIKE SOMEONE UNDER THE HOOD HITTING THE ENGINE BLOCK WITH A HAMMER. NOW HAVE TO HAVE A RE-MANUFACTURED ENGINE INSTALLED ON A CAR WITH ONLY 65K MILES. CANT AFFORD NOT TO, CANT SCRAP THE VEHICLE WITH THIS LOW OF MILES.…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE STRATUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE AS HE VEHICLE STALLED. A LOCAL MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE BUT ADVISED THAT THE FAILURE WAS MORE THAN LIKELY CAUSED BY AN ENGINE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED.…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE STRATUS. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 60 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED DUE TO ENGINE SLUDGE BUILD-UP AND AS A RESULT, THE ENGINE WOULD NEED REPLACING. THE…
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