1995 Dodge Stratus recalls
Suspension · NHTSA 10E059000 · Dec 27, 2010
Problem: Federal-mogul is recalling certain replacement control arm assemblies, part numbers k7425, 10945, fa4510x, k7427, 10946, and fa4611x, sold for use on various passenger vehicles listed above. The ball joint on the control arm assembly can fail causing the ball stud to wear through the control arm housing resulting in noise and/or separation of the ball stud from the housing.
Risk: If there is a separation of the ball stud from the housing, the driver can loose steering control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Fix: Federal-mogul will notify owners of record and replace the affected control arms free of charge. The safety recall began on january 28, 2011. Owners may contact federal-mogul at 1-877-489-6659.
22,689 units potentially affected · Full recall details →
Suspension · NHTSA 09E056000 · Oct 9, 2009
Problem: Qualis automotive is recalling certain aftermarket ball joints sold for use on certain passenger vehicles. The socket may have been excessively hardened which could cause it to crack near the retaining ring groove allowing the ball stud to separate under impact load. The subject ball joints were sold as four part numbers, d10945, d10946, g10945, and g10946. The affected control arms, d10945 and d10946, are stamped…
Risk: Separation of the ball stud from the socket of the ball joint housing would allow the control arm to collapse and the wheel to fold in causing loss of steering control, possibly resulting in a crash.
Fix: Qualis automotive will replace the ball joints free of charge. The safety recall began on november 9, 2009. Owners may contact qualis automotive at 1-800-493-4128.
5,787 units potentially affected · Full recall details →
Problem: Certain airtex fuel pump modules, p/nos. E7089m, e7094m, e7113m, and e7129m, manufactured between june 1 and september 24, 2006. These fuel pump modules were sold as aftermarket for use in certain daimlerchrysler vehicles listed above. Silicone material used in manufacture of the flapper valve was out-of-specification, leading to excess swell of the flapper valve restricting the flow of fuel to the fuel pump module.
Risk: Fuel restriction could result in loss of power and/or engine stall, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Fix: Airtex will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pump modules free of charge. The recall began on october 18, 2006. Owners may contact airtex toll-free at 1-866-867-3759.
24,358 units potentially affected · Full recall details →
Problem: Certain tigas fuel pump modules manufactured between june 1 and september 24, 2006, sold under various brand names and p/nos. These fuel pump modules are sold as aftermarket for use in certain daimlerchrysler vehicles listed above. Silicone material used in manufacture of the flapper valve was out-of-specification, leading to excess swell of the flapper valve restricting the flow of fuel to the fuel pump module.
Risk: Fuel restriction could result in loss of power and/or engine stall, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Fix: Ti automotive will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pump modules free of charge. The recall began on october 6, 2006. Owners may contact ti automotive toll-free at 1-877-461-1834.
39,243 units potentially affected · Full recall details →
Power Train · NHTSA 04V021000 · Jan 13, 2004
Problem: On certain passenger vehicles, the floor shifter ignition-park interlock may fail and allow the shifter to be moved out of the park position with the key removed. An inoperative interlock may also allow the key to be removed when the shifter has not been placed in the park position.
Risk: Either circumstance may result in the vehicle rolling away without warning.
Fix: Dealers will install a new load-limiting push rod into the floor shifter lever of the affected vehicles. Owner notification began on june 14, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
2,315,768 units potentially affected · Full recall details →
Power Train · NHTSA 98V183000 · Aug 6, 1998
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. The adjustment of the cable connecting the console shifter mechanism to the ignition key can cause a trapped key condition which can result in a low force required to depress the shift button. A combination of applying a mis-adjusted release button with a low force attempt to shift out of park with the key in the locked position, can…
Risk: If this happens, the "ignition-park" interlock system will be nonfunctional.
Fix: Dealers will inspect for proper operation of the system. Any vehicles that are not functional after the inspection will have the shift mechanism and cable replaced with a "self-adjusting" design.
685,000 units potentially affected · Full recall details →
Seat Belts · NHTSA 98V063000 · Mar 20, 1998
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The rear seat belt anchor does not achieve the loading required by FMVSS no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."
Risk: Failure of a seat belt anchor can result in the loss of seat belt protection, which could lead to serious injury or death in the event of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the rear seat belt outboard anchor floor attachments for proper positioning. If the anchor was improperly oriented, the orientation will be corrected.
91,544 units potentially affected · Full recall details →
Suspension · NHTSA 97V201000 · Nov 13, 1997
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The lower control arm ball joint can separate due to loss of lubrication.
Risk: Separation of the ball joint could cause a loss of steering control increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the ball joint end housing cover seal for leakage with a high pressure air tester and the rubber boot will be visually inspected for damage. If the cover seal leaks or the boot is damaged, the lower control arm will be replaced.
599,000 units potentially affected · Full recall details →
Problem: The brake master cylinder can leak brake fluid due to a damaged double lip rear piston seal.
Risk: Brake fluid leakage can result in diminished effectiveness of one half of the split brake system. The instrument panel warning light(s) will signal system impairment prior to partial brake system loss.
Fix: Dealers will replace the rear brake master cylindr piston assembly.
151,800 units potentially affected · Full recall details →
Problem: Corrosion of the ABS hydraulic control unit can cause the solenoid valves to stick in the open position.
Risk: If either front wheel valve sticks, the vehicle would swerve from a straight stop when the brakes are applied.
Fix: Dealers will install a plate and silicone grease injected into the solenoid cavity to eliminate the potential for this condition.
90,000 units potentially affected · Full recall details →
Problem: In certain vehicles, the engine cylinder head oil galley plug does not seal properly and engine cylinder head oil is not adequately retained.
Risk: Inadequate sealing and retention of the plug can result in oil leakage which could cause a fire in the engine compartment.
Fix: Dealers will install an expansion plug and retaining bracket over the cylinder head oil galley plug.
40,000 units potentially affected · Full recall details →
Latest owner complaints
Power Train · Apr 16, 2010 · ME
I have 1995 dodge stratus shifting down going down the road!!!! After rebuild on the tranny not once but twice change all the switches I figured it out. *tr
Fuel System, Gasoline · Jul 23, 2009 · 76,000 miles · PA
Fuel pump ,gasoline. *tr
Electrical System · Mar 24, 2008 · 63,000 miles · MD
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 dodge stratus. While driving 65 MPH, the vehicle shifted into first gear without warning, which caused the vehicle speed to decrease. There were several repairs performed on the vehicle to correct the failure; however, the failure continued to occur. The transmission was rebuilt and the solenoid was replaced on two occasions. The sensors and relays…
Power Train · Mar 24, 2008 · 63,000 miles · MD
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 dodge stratus. While driving 65 MPH, the vehicle shifted into first gear without warning, which caused the vehicle speed to decrease. There were several repairs performed on the vehicle to correct the failure; however, the failure continued to occur. The transmission was rebuilt and the solenoid was replaced on two occasions. The sensors and relays…
Engine and Engine Cooling · Jan 31, 2008 · 88,000 miles · FL
While driving at approximately 30 MPH, my car started to overheat. When I pulled over, the coolant was pouring out of the engine. I had the car towed to a garage and was told that it failed the "block test" meaning that it needed a new head gasket. I took the car to a second garage and was told the same thing. This is a known failure that has been happening since the car was…
Power Train · Nov 19, 2007 · 1 miles · CA
While driving the transmission downshifts to limp mode causing a highly probable danger situation that may lead to serious injuries especially if traveling on the freeway. We have replaced the tcm at $166.00from a dealer and another dealer sucked approx.300.00 knowing that there is no way of fixing the defective transmission. Why are you still allowing the dealers to replace…
Steering · Oct 23, 2007 · IA
Dodge has recalled 1999-2000 stratus because power steering fluid is leaking on back of engine in 2.4 liter cars. Fire hazard. We have a 1995 same motor same problem since the car hasn't been recalled its not dodge's problem. *jb
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Jul 17, 2007 · MN
I had the rear brakes for the 1995 dodge stratus replaced on 3/01/2007 becouse brakes were worn out, and have since then had them replace 3 different times. Mechanic shop could not figure out why. They replaced everything and back brakes were still locking. I bought this car used to do my mail route on 8/03/2006 from a used car dealer, and did not know of any recalls. Also,…
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Jul 17, 2007 · MN
I had the rear brakes for the 1995 dodge stratus replaced on 3/01/2007 becouse brakes were worn out, and have since then had them replace 3 different times. Mechanic shop could not figure out why. They replaced everything and back brakes were still locking. I bought this car used to do my mail route on 8/03/2006 from a used car dealer, and did not know of any recalls. Also,…
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Jul 17, 2007 · MN
I had the rear brakes for the 1995 dodge stratus replaced on 3/01/2007 becouse brakes were worn out, and have since then had them replace 3 different times. Mechanic shop could not figure out why. They replaced everything and back brakes were still locking. I bought this car used to do my mail route on 8/03/2006 from a used car dealer, and did not know of any recalls. Also,…
Power Train · Dec 30, 2006 · GA
Purchased vehicle with clean carfax record in feb 06 with 75K miles. At 81K miles transmission started going into limp mode(slams into second gear regardless of vehicle speed). Took car to dealership for diagnostic. They stated the input and output speed sensors were failing according to the computer. I replaced them. A week later the transmission fully failed. Towed to a…
Steering · Dec 13, 2006 · 113,642 miles · CA · fire
Took my car to get the power steering fixed after it stopped working. The repair shop called me and told me the car's engine had caught on fire and that they were not liable. I retrieved the vehicle and have since had to repair all of the electronics, hoses, hood, and paint in the engine compartment area. *jb
Frequently asked questions
Does the 1995 Dodge Stratus have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 11 safety recalls covering the 1995 Dodge Stratus, the most recent one (10E059000) for suspension. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common problems with the 1995 Dodge Stratus?
Based on 318 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most reported areas are engine and engine cooling (116), service brakes, hydraulic (68), power train (60).
Have there been crashes or injuries linked to the 1995 Dodge Stratus?
Owners reported 28 crashes, 13 fires, 30 injuries and 0 deaths in complaints to NHTSA. These are unverified owner reports, not findings of fault.
Is NHTSA investigating the 1995 Dodge Stratus?
NHTSA has opened 5 defect investigations that include this vehicle, most recently EA03011: Auto trans ignition-park interlock.