2001 Dodge Stratus: engine failure

Filed Sep 26, 2011 · Engine · 89,107 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 dodge stratus. The contact stated that when vehicle was started, there was a loud noise as he vehicle stalled. A local mechanic was unable to diagnose the failure but advised that the failure was more than likely caused by an engine failure. The vehicle was not repaired. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure and current mileage was 89,107. Updated 02/14/12*lj upated 02/22/12

Filed Aug 17, 2009 · Engine · 106,500 miles · CA

Was heading north the 805 freeway from chula vista to camp pendleton ca, car began making a knocking noise and the knocking continued to get worse as I drove down the road. Suddenly car lost all power and engine shut off. Was hardly able to get it off to the side of the freeway. Got it towed to a repair shop the next day. Was told problem was engine failure due to oil sludge and that this was a very common complaint for the engine and car. Was not repaired simply towed back home because cost was over 5,000 dollars. The car is not even worth 5,000 dollars.

Filed Aug 7, 2009 · Engine · 37,500 miles · IL

I am the owner of a 2001 dodge stratus se with the 2.7l v6 engine. On february 9, 2006 I took the car to park plaza dodge in forrest park, il. Because the engine making a loud tapping sound. At the time the car had 67,441 miles on it and was covered under a chrysler 5 year/75,000 mile warranty. I was told that the engine had a lot of sludge in it and I was asked to produce maintenance receipts on the vehicle. I change my own oil and I told them that I didn't have the receipts for the oil. I did some research and pointed out to chrysler and the dealership that this is a known engine problem and the car was still under warranty. After more than a week of stalling chrysler agreed to replace the engine at their expense less my $100 deductible. It took chrysler more then two weeks to deliver the new engine to the dealership. The chrysler extended warranty only included a maximum of two weeks rental for covered repairs. I pointed out to both chrysler and the dealership that it was not my fault that chrysler hadn't delivered the engine and they should pay for the additional rental. They refused. The car was returned to me on february 24, 2006. When putting in the new engine the dealership moved all of the extra parts (alternator, fuel injection system, air conditioner compressor, etc.) to the new engine. I was told that the new engine had a 50,000 mile warranty on it. The new engine has failed with 37,500 miles on it. I can provide addition information but it wouldn't fit in this box.

Filed Aug 6, 2009 · Engine · 37,500 miles · IL

Chrysler 2.7l v6 engine failure.

Filed Jul 10, 2008 · Engine · 37,000 miles · VA

I own a 2004 dodge stratus that I changed the oil in every 3500 - 4000 miles even though the manufacturer recommends changes at 7500 mile intervals. The car had roughly 37000 miles on it back in 2006 when the 2.7l v6 engine seized due to excessive oil sludging causing an oil flow failure. At the time I just thought it was bad luck, but now after two years I read of countless thousands of cases where persons with the same 2.7l engine in there dodge or chrysler vehicles had engines seize, and yet the company does nothing for us. I still have the vehicle in my driveway but frankly cannot afford to put a new motor in it as the price for those is sky high because there is such a demand to replace them. Something needs to be done about this as a consumer we deserve retribution for these expensive engineering failures.

Filed Apr 13, 2007 · Engine · 109,000 miles · TN

Tl* - the contact owns a 2001 dodge stratus with a current and failure mileage of 109,000 miles. The contact was driving at 55 MPH when the vehicle overheated. The thermostat light turned on, and the contact pulled over. After turning the vehicle off the contact noticed smoke coming from under the hood. The contact did not try to restart the vehicle, and had it towed to firestone car care, who determined that the engine seized, but did not specify how or why.*ak the consumer stated there should be a recall for the engine as she has found numerous complaints on the internet pertaining to the defect. Updated 07/10/07

Filed Feb 1, 2007 · Engine · 86,000 miles · MI

Oil changes every 3,000 miles. Suddenly one day the oil light came on and the head gaskets blew. Spent over $1700 in repairs, the following week the engine blew a rod. Engine is irreparable! Car has only 86,000 miles. Have all receipts for repairs and diagnosis that were made by licensed mechanics.

Filed Oct 19, 2006 · Engine · 120,000 miles · MI

In 2003 my 2001 dodge stratus engine failed. I took it to a reputable certified mechanic and was told that it looked like the oil had not been changed for over 10000 miles and as a result gummed up lower part of the engine. The oil had been changed every 3-4000 miles and had been changed not 3 days before incident happened. Engine had to be completely cleaned out and repaired to the tune of $3000.00. Engine had less than 60000 miles at the time. Since then car again has had regular oil changes without fail. Again,the engine failed, I was finally told that that the dodge stratus magnum engine was known to have a too small oil line to the engine and had a tendency to clog with a minute amount of normal debris,and therefore the lower half of engine was starved of oil and engine becomes toast. By the way, the oil light failed to go on to let me know I had a problem until engine was toasted, then it went on. I have taken excellent care of this vehicle it is in perfect condition other than the engine. I was told I will need a new engine to the tune of well over $3000.00, no repairing it this time. I can't afford to do this again. If this is an engine design flaw...it needs to be addressed immediately. Beautiful vehicle design,lousy quality and mechanical design.

Filed Oct 9, 2006 · Body, Electrical · 70,000 miles · WI

Drove the vehicle the night before there were no signs, warnings of anything wrong. Went to drive the vehicle the next afternoon and upon start up vehicle was making a rattling, clicking noise, turned it off immediately. Had car towed, was told oil was sludgy , engine needed to be replace, at a cost of minimum end of $5700. Mechanic stated he had two more vehicles of exact year, make, model and 2.7l engine on his lot with the same problems. He stated further, he was sorry, but would have to decline his service to repair/replace the engine as he was already fed up with dealing with manufacturer with the other two vehicles. He went on to state that the manufacturer is claiming owner fault, of not maintaining 3000 mile oil changes, even though one of the owners had every receipt proving otherwise. Here I sit without a vehicle now, have no financial means to repair or replace this vehicle as I became disabled in april of 2005 and have a very limited budget. I bought a brand new vehicle so I didn't have to worry about any major expense or problems and it would last me 15-20 yrs, not 5. I also didn't expect to pay over $20,000 for a vehicle that would only last 70,000 miles. This wasn't the only items I had to have fixed, in 2003 I had to have the fan fixed for the AC/heating as it only worked on one speed, thank goodness it was covered by warranty. Which I never did receive any recall letter or any notification of this problem. In 2005 the front wheel bearings went out and had to have them replaced. The front drivers side get water in when it rains, have taken it in to dealer, they have no clue as to what and why this is happening. This is the first brand new vehicle I have ever purchased and was so proud of it, took meticulous care of it and now I feel and look like a complete fool, as the manufacturer is laughing all the way to the bank, plus has a vehicle that runs! Their old slogan dodge tuff, the new is your dodge doesn't run, that's tough.

Filed Feb 28, 2006 · Engine · 70,300 miles · MI

Dt*: the contact stated without warning the vehicle stopped while driving 45 MPH. The vehicle was towed to the dealership. The dealership determined there was sludge in the oil causing the engine to seize. The engine was replaced.

Filed Jan 17, 2006 · Engine · 73,000 miles · LA

Dt*: the contact stated after starting the vehicle there was a ticking noise coming from the engine. The vehicle was driven to the dealership. The dealership found sludge build up in the engine due to improper maintenance. The dealership determined the engine needs to be replaced.

Filed Feb 24, 2005 · Engine · 50,000 miles · MI

Engine failed after 50,000 miles, car out of warranty. Oil changed very frequent. Auto manufacturer refuses to acknowledge any responsibility. Also mileage incorrect on odometer when car was purchased used in may 2004 car dealer also does not accept responsibility for inaccurate odometer. All I asked for was a cost consideration in replacing engine.