1995 Dodge Stratus brakes problems

62 complaints (19% of all complaints for this car). 6 crashes reported.

owner complaints: 62
of this car's complaints: 19%
crashes: 6
recalls: 2

Which part fails

Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
29
Foundation components: master cylinder
13
Foundation components
10
Foundation components: disc: rotor
3
Foundation components: disc: pads
3
Foundation components: drum
2
Foundation components: disc
2
Brake fluid low warning: lamp
2

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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200k+

Dodge Stratus brakes problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 1995 Dodge Stratus brakes

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

ABS 15 Brake failure 15

Related recalls

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: master cylinderReported May 3, 1996 · 151,800 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear brake master cylindr piston assembly.

Recall number 96V075000 · Recall details

Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slipReported May 2, 1996 · 90,000 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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.
Remedy: Dealers will install a plate and silicone grease injected into the solenoid cavity to eliminate the potential for this condition.

Recall number 96V074000 · Recall details

What 1995 Dodge Stratus owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jul 17, 2007 · Brakes · 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, the car swerved when hitting the brakes. Replaced brake lines, brake shoes, cylenders, drums and springs.

Filed Mar 11, 2003 · Brakes · 52,000 miles · TN

My wife complained of brake pedal travel further than normal. Upon investigation, I discovered that one of the bolt studs that holds the master cylinder to the power brake booster was broken off and missing. The master cylinder was pushed out of the booster to about a 30 degeree angle. The remaining stud was still in place but bent badly to one side. If there had been a panic stop required, I feel that the master cylinder could have separated from the booster, with the effect of having no braking effectiveness. This could have resulted in a serious accident or fatality.

Filed Sep 5, 2002 · Brakes · MA

Consumer states that brakes do not stop vehicle effectively. Consumer advised that while driving brakes pedal becomes looser and looser. If consumer brakes, pedal goes to the floor, but vehicle does not completely stop.

Filed Aug 9, 2002 · Body, Brakes · MI

The vehicle has experienced computer problems which have caused the vehicle to stop while being driven. Nlm

Filed May 24, 2002 · Brakes · WI

While driving ABS brake computer failed, causing vehicle to have no brakes.

Filed Dec 8, 2001 · Brakes · WA

The car was stopping normally on clean dry pavement from 35 MPH and when slowed to about 25 MPH the brake pedal dropped approximatly .25 inches a whirring noise came from under the hood and the brakes seemed to totally free wheel. I pumped the brakes to no avail and stepped on the brake pedal as hard as I could and the car continued to roll with no apparent braking. I looked at the dash and no warning lights were lit . After I carefully limped home with one hand on the parking brake I checked the fluid and it was normal.

Filed Oct 26, 2001 · Brakes · CA

With steady pressure on the brake pedal at stop light,the pedal will slowly sink to the floorboard and brakes will go away and car will roll as if there were no brakes applied. I have not contacted dealer service center yet.

Filed May 16, 2001 · Brakes · CT · crash · 1 injury

Brakes locked on left side of car when coming to a stop.

Filed Apr 17, 2001 · Brakes, Electrical · TN

1. A/c past 3 tears has failed. Control mode failure. A/c repaired 2x in warrenty. 2. Abs sensor failed at 42000. 3.distributor failed at 90000 3. Transmission-front pump seal started leaking at 90000. 4. Spark plug ring seals(6) failed at 90000.

Filed Oct 24, 2000 · Brakes · CT · 1 injury

Possible brake loss, trying to find out if this car had the recall completed.

Questions about the 1995 Dodge Stratus brakes

Does the 1995 Dodge Stratus have brakes problems?

Owners have filed 62 complaints about the brakes of the 1995 Dodge Stratus, 19% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1995 Dodge Stratus brakes problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1995 Dodge Stratus brakes?

Yes, 2 recalls: 96V075000, 96V074000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Dodge Stratus have bad brakes?

The Dodge Stratus model years with the most brakes complaints are 1996 (64 complaints), 1995 (62 complaints) and 1997 (44 complaints).