2001 Dodge Stratus: engine stalls while driving

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 Jul 15, 2011 · Engine · 85,000 miles · KY

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 dodge stratus. The contact was driving 60 MPH when the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to a local mechanic where the contact was advised that the vehicle stalled due to engine sludge build-up and as a result, the engine would need replacing. The contact called the manufacturer and the manufacturer advised that there were no recalls forthe failure and that the vehicle was out of warranty so there was nothing they could do. The engine was not replaced. The failure mileage was 85,000.

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 Jan 6, 2009 · Engine · 120,800 miles · CT

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 dodge stratus. While driving approximately 60 MPH, the engine stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to a local mechanic shop and, upon further inspection, the contact noticed that the push rod punctured a hole through the oil pan. The engine size was 2.7l with six cylinders. The cause of the failure was unknown. The failure mileage was 120,800 and current mileage was 121,000.

Filed Jan 5, 2009 · Engine · 106,000 miles · NY

I have a 2001 stratus and my car stalled while driving, with my two young children in the car right before christmas and the weather was 10' outside and no kidding my cell phone had enough charge for one phone call to my husband to come out and help me. I had it towed to the dealer were he could find nothing wrong. But the car was 2 qts. Of oil low. So all they did was change the oil and tell me that the car is drivable for someone that wouldn't be tough on it. I took it out the next day and it made the worst noise ever. No after reading all these complaints I feel very strong that it was also the sludge. I don't want to let this go. It makes me sick to my stomach, my husband kept up with the oil changes to prevent this from happening. I don't want to take this situation lightly, but yet unsure what can be done.

Filed Dec 5, 2006 · Engine · 88,781 miles · NC

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.

Filed Feb 16, 2005 · Engine · MD

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.

Filed Jan 28, 2005 · Engine · PA

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.

Filed Jan 3, 2005 · Engine · MI

Engine is shaking, and oil is building up on the cylinder, causing the vehicle to stall. Consumer will contact manufacturer.

Filed Jan 9, 2004 · Engine · 88,000 miles · OH

While driving at highway speeds vehicle stalled.

Filed Nov 26, 2001 · Engine · CA

While driving at any speed engine will stall out, when taken foot off pedal can feel engine trying to die out, consumer has to keep foot on accelerater to avoid vehicle from shutting off. Contacted dealer, and dealer could not recreate problem to fix it. *ak consumer stated vehicle has been to the dealer 2 more times.

Filed Mar 19, 2001 · Engine · GA

Engine stalls out after filling gas tank while facing south or west. Recall done on travel module nov 2000. Did not fix problem. Replace travel and engine modules as well as fuel pump. I have filed lemon law.