CarRecallWatchThe 2002 Dodge Stratus has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 150 complaints with NHTSA, including 10 crashes, 4 fires, 11 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (48 reports).
2002 Dodge Stratus recalls
Passenger Sun Visor May Detach During Airbag Deployment
On certain 2001-2002 Chrysler Sebring and Dodge Stratus vehicles with beige interiors, a previous repair for a related recall used an incorrect part.
Passenger Sun Visor Can Detach During Airbag Deployment
On certain vehicles, the passenger side sun visor may be folded down in a position where, if the passenger frontal airbag deploys, the visor can break loose.
Most common 2002 Dodge Stratus problems
Problem areas named in the 150 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 48 |
| Suspension | 35 |
| Power Train | 21 |
| Air Bags | 19 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 11 |
| Steering | 9 |
| Electrical System | 9 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 |
| Structure | 7 |
| Visibility | 5 |
What owners report
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 DODGE STRATUS. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V338000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 DODGE STRATUS. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V338000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED TO PERFORM THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 DODGE STRATUS. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V338000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER HAD EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. THE VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 DODGE STRATUS. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE REAR DRIVER SIDE BALL JOINT FRACTURED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE BALL JOINT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED OVER TIME WITH THE REMAINING THREE BALL JOINTS DETACHING FROM THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 186,000.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 DODGE STRATUS. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V338000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME TO PROVIDE THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE.
2002 Dodge Stratus questions
Does the 2002 Dodge Stratus have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2002 Dodge Stratus: Passenger Sun Visor May Detach During Airbag Deployment; Passenger Sun Visor Can Detach During Airbag Deployment. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Dodge Stratus?
Based on 150 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (48), Suspension (35), Power Train (21).
How do I check if a recall on my 2002 Dodge Stratus has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.