Fuel pump went out and in order for me to replace the fuel pump you have drop the tank. I could not get the intake hose off or the smaller fuel line along side it off. And there very little room to work with to get it off. And I have purchased the vehicle a little over a year ago and was not told about any recalls on this vehicle
Dodge Stratus fuel pump problems
32 of the 2,653 owner complaints about the Dodge Stratus describe fuel pump failure, most of them for the 2000 model year.
- owner complaints
- 32
- worst model year
- 2000
- typical mileage
- 80,000
Is there a fix? There are 4 recalls for this area of the car. See below
By model year
Often reported together
Stalling 12Won't start 2Steering noise 2Loss of power 2Transmission failure 1Tire blowout 1Jerking 1Fuel smell 1
What owners say
Vehicle stalled at high speed. Had fuel filter replaced by dodge dealer in marietta, ohio. Dealer did not check fuel pump while tank removed from automobile. Fuel pump was cause of stalling. Invoice # docs155552
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 dodge stratus. While the vehicle was at the dealer for routine maintenace, it was discovered that the front ball joint and control arm needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. On two separate occasions, the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The dealer determined both times that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired both times. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. Several years later, the contact was unable to remove the key from the ignition switch. The vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 04v021000 (power train) and 98v183000 (power train). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was 5,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 dodge stratus. After starting the vehicle, it would shut off shortly after. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the wire harness and fuel pump module needed to be replaced. The wire harness from the fuel pump melted all the way down to the fuel tank while the vehicle was still running. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 123,000. The VIN was not provided.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 dodge stratus se. The contact stated that while driving 25 MPH, the vehicle lost power. The vehicle was towed and inspected by a local mechanic. The mechanic advised the contact that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 150,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 dodge stratus. The contact was diving 65 MPH when the engine stalled. The vehicle restarted after the failure occurred. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic who confirmed the failure was caused by a failing fuel pump. The manufacturer was contacted and stated the VIN qualified for recall the federal safety agency campaign id number:06e088000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump), but the mileage was over the limit. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was unknown.
Fuel pump ,gasoline.
Tl*the contact owns a 1996 dodge stratus. The contact purchased the vehicle and noticed that the motor was not mounted down and was missing two screws. The motor jerks back and forth so severely that it seems as if the engine will fall out of the vehicle. In addition, the timing chain, fuel pump, ignition coil, serpentine belt, and muffler are failing. New brakes and struts are also needed. The contact did not discover these issues until after the vehicle was purchased. Two days later, the vehicle would not start and had to be towed back to the dealer. The failure mileage was 100,000.
Fuel pump in 2004 dodge stratus, needs to be replaced, however I've notice these makes and models stratus do have a recall problem.
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.
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- On certain 2-door passenger vehicles, the fuel return line hose fitting on the electric fuel pump may be improperly molded.
- Risk
- Breakage could result in a leakage of fuel and in the presence of an ignition source, it could result a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel pump. The recall will begin on august 9, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 04V313000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel return line hose fitting on the electric fuel pump may be restricted, causing excessive fuel pressure to build up in the fuel injection system. Excessive fuel pressure may result in a leak in the fuel return hose.
- Risk
- Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the fuel pump pressure. Those vehicles exhibiting higher than normal fuel pump pressure will receive fuel pump modifications. Owner notification began on december 15, 2003. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑992‑1997.
Recall number 03V443000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The outer layer only of this 3-layer fuel return hose does not contain the desired ozone protection due to a processing error.
- Risk
- This hose is considered to be inadequate.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel return hose.
Recall number 00V320002 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: mounting
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The affected vehicles were built with unpainted fuel tank straps.
- Risk
- The paint provides corrosion protection necessary to ensure the straps do not loosen over time.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel tank straps.
Recall number 00V067000 · Recall details
Questions about the Dodge Stratus fuel pump
Which Dodge Stratus years have fuel pump failure problems?
The model years with the most reports are 2000 (9 complaints), 1999 (8 complaints) and 2004 (4 complaints).
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