2000 Dodge Stratus: grinding or squealing brakes

Filed Feb 26, 2018 · Suspension · 106,000 miles · OH

While driving down a side road at around 25mpg, the left front wheel made a pop sound and abruptly stopped. When my daughter got out to investigate she saw that the wheel was folded under the car. She had it towed and we learned the tie-rod control arm failed and broke the shaft. Thank god she was not on the highway. We paid 1200.00 dollars to get her back on the road and 4 months later the passenger side is now making a loud squealing sound when you turn the wheel. Now I learn that it seems the whole front end of these cars are defective and dangerous! Oh, and the heat stopped working and will cost 500.00 to fix.

Filed Aug 11, 2016 · Suspension · 197,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 dodge stratus. While driving 30 MPH, a loud grinding noise emitted from the vehicle. In addition, the vehicle failed to accelerate. The contact coasted to the side of the road and noticed fluid coming from the front passenger wheel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the lower control arm and ball joint fractured and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 197,000.

Filed Apr 3, 2007 · Brakes · PA

About two weeks ago I was driving my car and when I went to let off of my brake pedal and I felt and heard a pop. I drove a little further and again stopped and when I let off the brake I heard and felt a grind and a louder pop that shook the car. It did this one more time before I got to were I had to go, and when I stopped my driver side rear tire was smoking and had an awful smell of burning rubber. Thank good I had someone close to area to stop and come help. I had no brake on that rear tire, it was metal to metal, the cylinder was so hot there were no rubber boot left on it and the hub had seized. I had no indication of any of this, no squealing or anything it was pretty sudden. The emergency brake cable was sticking on the driver side and had to be replaced. The spring on the emergency brake cable was flat. All the other brakes were fine still looked new. I'm not sure what damage this could have caused but I have two small children who ride in this car all the time. I was also told buy the selling dealer that this vehicle has anti-lock brakes, after this problem I had someone looked over my whole brake system and they stated that they could not detect an anti-lock brake system there is a spot for a fuse but no fuse was there. I will never buy a dodge again.

Filed Dec 22, 2006 · Steering · 115,000 miles · MI · fire

Tl* - the contact is calling to make a complaint concerning safety recall number yn105052. The contact stated that while making a left turn, in his 2000 dodge stratus into his driveway on the evening of december 5th, 2006, his car began smoking and caught on fire. The contact stated that the previous day the car was making a very very loud squeaking sound. The dealer has told the contact that he caused the problem with the car and that they will not repair it even though it falls under the safety recall. The contact also states that he has had no repairs and has only purchased new tires for the car.

Filed Apr 1, 2004 · Brakes, Steering · 43,000 miles · MA

While driving 65 MPH, the driver applied the brakes and the pedal went to the floor. A loud squeaking noise was heard coming from the driver's side wheel. Consumer was able to drive the vehicle to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic replaced both rotors and other brake parts. *ak *sc the tie rods failed.

Filed Nov 8, 2003 · Brakes, Locks · 23,706 miles · KY

I had my brakes replaced at 23000 miles and every 3 months since. They are only wearing on the driver's side the worst but wear on both sides. The dealer stated it was because they were metallic. The brakes are extremely noisy with squealing and grinding sounds. I have had them replaced and have spend over 3000 dollar since I have owned the car and I am the original owner. Also the left child lock is not working and therefore causes the door to only be opened from the outside. The handle when pulled from the inside has no resistance and this has been checked and everything is in tact. The problem has not been solved or fixed and I cannot afford the replacement part for the child lock.

Filed Aug 27, 2003 · Brakes · MD

Possible brake defect in 2000 dodge stratus. *mr there was a noise in the brake system. When the vehicle was started from cold, the brakes squeaked. After every start from stop, the vehicle pulled to the right. The dealer stated it was normal. This occurred intermittently in the front wheel linings at medium speeds when applied light to medium. This also occurred in the rear brakes. *scc

Filed Sep 21, 2002 · Brakes · MD

Experience numerious incidents with front disc brakes squealing since purchase of vehicle over two years ago. Normally occurs on first few instances brakes are applied after starting vehicle. Have had it inspected by dealer and independence brake shop (midas). Both dealer and midas could not determine the problem. Dealer suggested turning rotors and replacing pads but this would not be covered under warranty since it was over 5000 miles. Midas informed that turning rotors and replacing pads could correct problem but stated it wasn't necessary because there was no evidence of the situation being a hazard.

Filed Jan 24, 2002 · Brakes · NC

Consumer stated stopping distance is increased, and brakes pulsate when they are applied, dealer has replaced pads and turned rotors, problem was corrected for a short time and reoccurred. *ak when trying to stop the vehicle, the brakes squeal and growl taking a longer distance to stop. The consumer believes the brakes are defective.

Filed Jan 14, 2002 · Brakes, Electrical · NY

When turning steering wheel there is a constant cracking sound, vehicle taken to dealer 8 times, steering column was replaced, but did not remedy the problem.*ak consumer stated that there was clicking noise on all turns and grinding type noise, dealer found rear inboard brake pad rattling, lubricated sliders and put anti squeal on inboard brake pad backing, consumer was also hearing noise over bumps, dealer found rear sway bar misaligned.

Filed Dec 10, 2001 · Brakes, Engine · WI

When driving at low speeds there was a clunking noise. Consumer contacted dealer, and they stated that front brake rotors were pitted and chipped. Also,there was a squeaking noise.also, dealer replaced tie rods. Please provide any further information.

Filed Aug 16, 2001 · Brakes, Transmission · NY

We have experienced problems with the transmission slipping out of gear, extremely hard down shift from 3 to 2, hunting for gears & hard shifting in general. Vehicle has been in 5 times for repair attempt. At last attemp we were told that the manufacturer is aware of the problem, does not know how to rememdy and to keep driving the vehicle. Additionally, we had to have the rotors replaced at 14,000 miles and are experiencing intermitent grinding as well as loud squealing from the back brakes daily. We have also had trouble with the power steering, hard starting in cold weather and a grinding noise when starting the vehicle.