Tl*the contact owns a 2001 dodge stratus. While the vehicle was parked in a loading zone, the engine suddenly shut off. The vehicle made a knocking noise and the contact attempted to restart the vehicle, but was unsuccessful. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and they stated that the water pump, oil gasket, and timing belt failed. The vehicle was towed to a different shop for a less expensive repair. The new repair shop confirmed the same failures, in addition to oil contamination and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle is currently at a local repair shop. The current and failure mileages were 62,890. Updated 02-18-09 updated 02/18/09.
2001 Dodge Stratus engine complaints
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2001 dodge stratus...noise in front end. Told it was bearings on 3 separate occasions, and they were replaced. Engine ticking/ possible valve tap numerous complaints to dealer being told that year model runs rough; and could trade it for a more expensive car. Now trying to have rear struts put in and the aluminum plate that holds them in is powder. The part is not available. Dodge is the only place to order the part and was informed this is an old car and the part was on back order.
2001 dodge stratus se has issues with the rear strut mount. Consumer states that there is a back order on the upper strut mounts. *nj the consumer stated the blower resistor stopped working and two days later, the vehicle would not start. The consumer had to purchase a fuel pump. The consumer then started to hear a knocking noise in the steering. The consumer was informed the knocking noise was due to the fact that the steering column was too large for the components. The thermostat broke into pieces and the transmission stopped shifting gears.
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.
My husband was driving home from work one morning when 2001 2.7l v-6 started to chug, engine light came on and the car died immediately. My husband had to push to side of road. We had it towed later that morning to my parents' house. Engine is blown out. I've done some research and these engines are expensive to fix we have always done our maintenance and never had any warnings signs before hand. Chrysler needs to step up because we pay money for their product and nothing is holding. Is that all we get out of our cars is 75,000- 100,000 then nobody should by cars. This is a serious situation and chrysler needs to recall or make it right by owner. We did do our repairs and maintenance and now we should have to basically throw the car out. It is expensive to fix. Help us because someone may get injured with these kind of mishaps.
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
Original owner of a 2001 dodge status with a 2.7 liter engine, want to register my complaint of an engine oil light going on at idle. From web posting I see this is a common problem with the vehicle. It has about 72,000 miles on it.
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.
Tl* - the contact owns a 2001 dodge stratus. The contact was driving 65 MPH when the contact smelled a strong smell of fuel in the car and the engine warning indicator light came on. The vehicle decelerated, the contact attempted to restart the vehicle and tried several times. The contact inspected the vehicle for possible leaks, but there were none present at the time of the incident. This failure has occurred five times. The dealer told the contact that the engine valve failed. The first incident occurred in 2003 when the head gasket failed at 20,000 miles. The dodge dealer stated there have been several complaints for the same incident. The contact has take the vehicle to the dealer 5 times for repairs involving the same failure since 2003. A rebuilt engine was installed in the vehicle on one occasion in 2003. The carwas 5 years old with 51,000 miles. The contact tried to register this issue with chrysler 3 years ago but was not sure it it was successful . The vehicle was under warranty at the time. *ak updated 01/29/07.
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle lost engine power while traveling 45 MPH on the interstate. The vehicle was pulled over and there was a clicking noise from the engine compartment prior to the stalling. The vehicle was jump started, providing enough power to drive the vehicle to the contact's residence. The next day, the engine was difficult to start and the clicking noise continued, but the vehicle was driven to the service dealer for a diagnostic. The problem was identified as a rod bearing failure and would require replacement of the motor. The manufacturer was notified.
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.
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.
2.7 engine timing chain failure, chrysler mechanic says they have had many, and are waiting on a recall, have not driven car in a few years can not afford repair!
2002 had to replace power steering pipe, manufactured to lean on the interior auto body, in which engine vibration rubbed hole in it. 2002 front right wheel makes continuous loud high pitched whistle noise, still does. Dealership discounted it and didn't know why it sounded like that. 2002-2006 engine dies while driving, odometer goes crazy up and down 2006 clock spring keeps breaking, no power to air bag or horn.
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.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 30 MPH the engine started making a loud rattling noise. The vehicle was taken to the dealership for inspection. Upon inspection, the dealership determined the engine needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified.
Oil sludge failure of a dodge/chrysler 2.7l engine.
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.
I have a 2001 dodge stratus with a 2.7l engine. The engine has failed and yet I still have to make payments on my car. I have always taken care of my car and have always had oil changes every 3000 miles. I have read hundreds of stories just like mine and I believe that chrysler is ripping of its consumers. I think that something needs to be done about this. If I didn't take care of my car that would be one thing, but chrysler ignoring this problem as if nothing is wrong is another problem. They need to get it together and do something about this.
Subsequent to having a recent oil change and engine flush my engine started making a loud clicking sound, while I was driving to work. I pulled over at the nearest gas station and shut the engine off so I could check under the hood. Upon visually inspecting the engine compartment, there was not obvious sign of anything wrong, no leaks etc, I then checked the oil and it was full and clean. I then tried restarting my vehicle and it would not start, just click once then nothing. Subsequently I called a towing company and had my vehicle to the nearest dodge dealership in my town. I waited four days to hear from them and they never called so finally I had my wife call the dealership and she was told that the engine was blown but before they could do anything I had to authorize them to let someone from chrysler warranty inspect my vehicle and this would be a $400.00 fee, which I had to pay. After the alleged inspection the dealership confirmed that the engine was blown due to sludge and that chrysler warranty would not repair my car,even though I had a 7yr-100,000 mile extended warranty. The mileage on my vehicle at the time the engine was 50,000 miles and any and all attempts to get copies of the alleged inspection were denied not only from the dealership but also from chrysler warranty. Numerous times I called chrysler warranty in hopes of getting some results but the reps were rude and had the attitude that ( oh well ) it's your problem. Now it has been six months my car still is not fixed, I still have to make payments on it in addition to extended medical bills for my wife as a direct result of the actions or lack there of by dodge/chrysler. In regard to the medical my wife was diagnosed in extreme depression and on the verge of a nervous break down and our family"s emotional life has been in disarray and a financial strain by paying for a vehicle that can't be driven.
Engine starting knocking. Took to repair shop. Was told that the timing gear had gone causing metal to be distributed through engine. This was due to engine sludge a known problem with the 2.7l engine. No warning lights just failure.
Check engine ligh came on 12/15/04 @ 36,355 miles. Took to local chevrolet dealer about engine noise. They said they can see sludge buildup on oil cap. Technician said he heard a chrysler 2.7 liter engine was having a sludge problem. They changed oil and continued to drive. 1/13/05 36,626 miles, check engine light came on again. This time took to local dodge dealer feeny who informed me that they found sludge buildup on oil cap. It would cost $600--$1000 just to pull engine a do further investigation because engine is hard to work on. Service manager said chrysler not admitting defective engine design. Nothing they can do even though it is barely of 36,000 mile warranty period. Suggested I change oil every 1000 miles or monthly until condition lessens. Had them change oil. 2/15/05 36,874 miles, changed oil again. 4/4/04 37,345 miles, changed oil again. 4/28/05 engine made knocking type sound when started. Going to have vehicle towed to feeny chrysler for evaluation.
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.
While driving 65 MPH vehicle stalled. Driver was not able to restart vehicle and it was towed to a garage for inspection. The mechanic determined that the engine needed to be replaced.
While driving 20 MPH, the engine blew. The vehicle was towed. The dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. The cause was not determined. Please provide more information.
While driving the oil light came on, then suddenly engine stalled. When taken vehicle to dealer to be serviced it was determined that it was due oil pump failure. When servicing the oil pump the entire engine was flooded with oil.
2001 dodge stratus oil pump was replaced and sludge was found inside.***no answer required***. *mr
Engine is shaking, and oil is building up on the cylinder, causing the vehicle to stall. Consumer will contact manufacturer.
Driving on interstate highway at 70 MPH when engine started to make noises. Loud bang at which time pulled the car over. Car began to smoke and loose oil. Sheriff gave ride to gas station to get more oil which when put in came right back out. Towed to gas station and found hole the size of a fist in the engine block. Rod that blew the hole somewhere on the highway. Towed 100+ miles home. Luckily no one hurt. No warnings or problems prior. Car no longer under warranty (58,000 miles). Will be having someone look at it to see if it can be fixed and at what cost.
Consumer had a 2.7 liter engine which accumulated a great deal of motor sludge. Consumer changed the oil every 3,000 miles. Then, took the vehicle back to the dealership who had the vehicle diagnosed. Manufacturer told consumer that they were not responsible because the warranty expired.
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