1995 Dodge Stratus steering problems

Oct 23, 2007 · failed Oct 11, 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

Dec 13, 2006 · failed May 8, 2005 · 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

Aug 17, 2006 · failed Jul 30, 2006 · 125,000 miles · MI · fire

Dt*: the contact stated while the vehicle was parked in a parking lot, flames erupted from under the hood without warning. The fire department was alerted and extinguished the fire. No injuries were sustained. There was moderate fire damage to the under hood area. The police were not alerted. The vehicle was inspected by the dealership who determined the fire originated from the power steering hose. There was a NHTSA recall, # 06V001000, regarding the steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections. The vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN. The manufacturer was alerted.

Aug 14, 2005 · failed Aug 10, 2005 · 31,000 miles · NC

Numerous failures-since I bought this "95 dodge stratus with only 30,000 miles. 1) engine making a knocking noise-I took car to the dodge dealership-buchanan & young in burnsville, nc and had a new head gasket put on. 2) I replaced the battery because the car wouldn't start. I also replaced the battery cables, so the car would start, but this did not solve the problem. I replaced the starter to try to get the car to start. I still often have to get out and peck on the starter with a screwdriver to get it to start---even after I had a new starter put on. Date: 8-10-05 3) wheel broke off/car not drivable-parts to fix problem & mechanic's bill 4) had to replace flywheel 5) had to replace steering components I have spent approximately $2,000 to get this car with very low miles on it to start. *nm

Oct 3, 2001 · failed Oct 1, 2001 · MA

First incident involved loss of steering control on a right turn. Steering wheel locked and I had to brake hard. Second incident was again a right hand turn in an intersection, the wheels locked and though I was turning right the car went straight towards oncoming traffic. Braked hard, lucky car behind me swerved. There is steering related safety recall on 95 stratus, but dealer says my car is not covered and wants me to pay over 600 $ for repairs. Chrysler customer service is rude and callous, refused to acknowledge steering failure as a serious problem. *ak

Jul 9, 2001 · failed Jun 8, 2001 · NJ

While backing out of driveway right tie rod broke. Consumer repaired it himself.*ak consumer states that when the tie rod broke, all steering control was lost. Transmission failed. *slc

Mar 6, 2001 · failed Mar 3, 2001 · NY

Dodge has several items wrong with there front ends.never telling the public.my dodge has steering noise from day one.dodge has 29 items in there sys.19 computor ,ihave the top 5 items wrong with my dodge.no dealer around me have ever replaced a return line from the steering cooler,this line has very little psi. In it.when the said line lets go you lose all steering fluid and steering.dodge will not help with this matter I must do this repair my self,about 8hrs. Labor and $17.00 in parts. *ak

Jan 29, 2001 · GA

While traveling and without any indication steering wheel locked up, causing poor steering. Please provide further information. *ak

Sep 11, 2000 · failed Jul 19, 2000 · NC

Power steering pump replaced, hydraulic lines replaced. *slc

Sep 11, 2000 · failed Jul 19, 2000 · NC

Power steering pump replaced, hydraulic lines replaced. *slc

Mar 2, 2000 · IL

Tie rod replaced. *mjs

Dec 29, 1999 · failed Dec 28, 1999 · FL · crash · 1 injured

This is the third time this car has gone out of control. *ak

Jul 12, 1999 · failed Jul 7, 1999 · MI

Passenger side tie rod separated . Wheels "crosseyed" as entering m24 in oxford mi. Towed to moto-medic auto in lake orion mi where new mopar tie rod was installed. Next day took car to victor george chryslerin grand blanc mi for inspection of opposite

Jun 11, 1999 · failed Jun 3, 1999 · IA

Consumer was driving 55-65mph, approximately 5 hours of driving from point a to point b and back to point a, steering became impossible. Vehicle was taken to bridge port auto, and had both broken tie rod ends replaced. Tie rods were factory packaged, and there was no way to grease them. Tires were also ruined due to tie rod end breakage. *ak

May 6, 1999 · failed Jan 10, 1999 · RI

We brought the car back to dealer several times with no satisfaction. When we finally realized what the problem was the warrantee was over. I will never ever buy a car from saturn again, new or used.

Feb 14, 1999 · failed Jun 10, 1997 · NY

Power steering hose replaced.

Feb 14, 1999 · failed Jan 28, 1997 · NY

Power steering rack replaced.

Dec 10, 1998 · VA

Because of a bad control module the vehicle downshifted into second while traveling at 70 MPH. On the highway this caused engine to jerk, and the RPM go revving. Also caused loss power steering. Dealer has been contacted. *ak

Feb 11, 1998 · failed Oct 15, 1997 · MO

Steering continually not working properly, unable to rectify problems.

Jan 13, 1998 · failed Nov 21, 1997 · UN

Power steering pump failed causing noise to emit from steering column.

Aug 30, 1997 · CT

Power steering failed.

Jan 30, 1997 · failed Dec 26, 1996 · SC

Power steering belt broke.

Jan 30, 1997 · failed Dec 26, 1996 · SC

Power steering pump reservoir cracked.

Dec 17, 1996 · failed Dec 2, 1996 · OH

Steering column replaced.

Feb 7, 1996 · failed Feb 5, 1996 · MD

Security system malfunction, resulting in stalling out while entering the highway. Tt

Nov 2, 1995 · failed Oct 27, 1995 · FL

Power steering return hose fractured and had to be replaced, could not steer vehicle. Tt vehicle was towed to dealer and necessary repairs were made.*jb