The windows do not work and this problem keeps happening even after it was fixed, it wasn't the motor, switches or anything else, the wiring is bad somewhere and it went back out after the warranty expired. I hope this is a recall so something can get done and stay done.
2004 Dodge Stratus electrical problems
16 complaints (11% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 34,000. 2 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 16
- of this car's complaints
- 11%
- typical mileage
- 34,000
- crashes
- 2
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Ignition3
- Wiring2
- Wiring: fuses and circuit breakers1
- Instrument cluster/panel1
- Ignition: switch1
- Horn1
- 12v/24v/48v battery: cables1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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200k+
Dodge Stratus electrical problems in other years
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
What 2004 Dodge Stratus owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
1. Ignition- ms. Faulkner was transporting me to pick up my vehicle and her vehicle engine shut off just before she came to a stop. She stated that this had occurred on several occasions. The vehicle did not stall the day I drove it but when I stopped at a signal light the engine surged momentarily for approximately 3-4 seconds and then it returned to it?s normal idle. Had I not had the brake pedal engaged the vehicle would have surged forward 2. Transmission ? While driving on the interstate at speed limit and speed control set, upon resuming speed after coasting down a hill, there was a very distinct clunk that came from the transmission/transaxle. This same clunk occurred again at slow speeds when I slowing down for a signal.
1. Ignition- ms. Faulkner was transporting me to pick up my vehicle and her vehicle engine shut off just before she came to a stop. She stated that this had occurred on several occasions. The vehicle did not stall the day I drove it but when I stopped at a signal light the engine surged momentary for approximately 3-4 seconds and then it returned to it?s normal idle. Had I not had the brake pedal engaged the vehicle would have surged forward 2. Transmission ? While driving on the interstate at speed limit and speed control set, upon resuming speed after coasting down a hill, there was a very distinct clunk that came from the transmission/transaxle. This same clunk occurred again at slow speeds when I slowing down for a signal.
2004 dodge stratus with rear end problems. Consumer had the resonator replaced, and then was told the rear struts needed to be replaced. When her dad was replacing the struts they broke into pieces because of all of the corrosion. *kb the consumer stated when she purchased the vehicle, there was a minor problem with the horn. The consumer stated she thinks there may be a problem with the transmission. As the vehicle changes gears, it will not change smoothly and ends up jerking back and forth as she tries to increase speed. The consumer stated the only way to stop it, is to take her foot off the accelerator and then accelerate through to the next gear
Multi-function stalk to the left of the steering wheel with the headlamp and turn signal swtiches has malfunctioned twice now. This happened while driving down the road. When it malfunctions, the instrument panel will not illuminate, and the tail lamps will not illuminate. The first time the dealership replaced the part. The second time, I took it apart and cleaned it, and it fixed the problem.
The ignition interlock on my 2004 dodge stratus is inoperative. At least twice, the key was removed after the engine was shut off by while the car was in drive. The car then began to roll away. The second time this happened, the car ran into an obstruction and suffered 25 thousand dollars in damage.
2004 stratus key would not turn in ignition. *ts the lock cylinder was binding. The lock cylinder was replaced under warranty.
3 separate incidents as described above.
Dt: while driving the vehicle lost power. Caller saaid that she had to get the vehicle jumped that same day that failure happened. On the way to the dealer the dashboard lights did flicker before the vehicle stalled. Independent mechanic said battery was under the fender, and it could not keep the cables on. Manufacturer has not been contacted yet. Caller did run up on a curb.
Ignition locked up as if car is in drive and will not release the key.
Questions about the 2004 Dodge Stratus electrical
Does the 2004 Dodge Stratus have electrical problems?
Owners have filed 16 complaints about the electrical of the 2004 Dodge Stratus, 11% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2004 Dodge Stratus electrical problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 34,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2004 Dodge Stratus electrical?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Dodge Stratus have the most electrical problems?
The Dodge Stratus model years with the most electrical complaints are 1995 (41 complaints), 1996 (36 complaints) and 1999 (34 complaints).
Other 2004 Dodge Stratus problems
Suspension 38Engine 26Airbags 15Acceleration 13Steering 13Fuel system 12Transmission 12Brakes 11Body 9Wheels 7Seat belts 4Visibility 3Lights 2Driver assistance 1Locks 1
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