As I am turning the steering wheel when driving or idle the steering is making a squeaking/creaking noise I believe it has to do with recall: 10e059000 front control arm - lower arm
Dodge Stratus steering noise problems
22 of the 2,653 owner complaints about the Dodge Stratus describe clunking or noise when steering, most of them for the 2001 model year.
- owner complaints
- 22
- worst model year
- 2001
- typical mileage
- 100,000
Is there a fix? There are 3 recalls for this area of the car. See below
By model year
- 20042
- 20031
- 20022
- 20016
- 20002
- 19992
- 19981
- 19971
- 19963
- 19952
Often reported together
Grinding brakes 5Airbag light 4Fuel pump 2Fire or smoke 2Ball joint 2Adaptive cruise 2Won't start 1Stalling 1
What owners say
While driving my dodge stratus se, the airbag light came on in red, the steering wheel began making a clicking noise while turning, and the horn stopped working all at the same time.
I got in my car to drive home and as soon as I started the car and turned the wheel just a little, I hear a popping sound coming from the steering wheel. The light on the dashboard came on stating "air bag". I have already had problems with the ball joints I had to replace myself and other issues with this car. Now I have a faulty air bag that is making noise every time I turn the wheel. I also found out I have no horn. It does not work since the air bag is faulty. I am not protected with an air bag and can not defend myself with my car horn...I need help!
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.
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 dodge stratus. On october 31, 2007, while driving approximately 35 MPH, the contact heard a faint clicking sound coming from the steering wheel. She pulled into a parking lot and parked the vehicle. She then noticed a faint puff of smoke rising from the vehicle; however, she did not think it was a serious concern because the smoke was so faint. The vehicle eventually caught fire. The contact noticed sparks coming from underneath the vehicle and huge puffs of black smoke. The fire department arrived at the scene. They opened the hood and the engine was engulfed in flames. The fire department extinguished the fire and the contact believed a report was filed. The fire department was uncertain of the cause of the fire, but stated that it may have been electrical. The vehicle was destroyed. The contact was uninsured and the dealer informed her that she was still responsible for making her payments. The VIN, purchase date, engine size, and powertrain were unknown. The current and failure mileages were approximately 100,000.
Tl*- the contact stated that while backing her 2004 dodge stratus (115111 failure mileage) at 1 MPH into a parking, she heard a clicking in the steering column and airbag light deployed. The contact continued to drive the vehicle and now the horn is inoperable. She stated that the clock spring broke.
Dt*: the contact stated while stopped at a red light, the engine stalled without warning, and would not restart. The vehicle was pushed to a nearby independent repair shop, who determined the fuel pump needed to be replaced. Afterwards, a strong smell of gasoline was present inside the vehicle. There was a the federal safety agency recall, # 06e088000, regarding the fuel system. The vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN. Additionally, while applying brake pressure at various speeds, there was an increased stopping distance. The vehicle was inspected by an independent repair shop, who determined the master cylinder needed to be replaced, but after the replacement, the problem persisted. There was a the federal safety agency recall, # 99v244000, regarding the service brakes. The vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN. Also, while turning at various speeds, a squeaking noise came from the steering wheel. Although the steering noise persisted, the dealer was not alerted. There was a the federal safety agency recall, # 06v001000, regarding the steering. The vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN. The manufacturer was alerted.
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle had power steering problems after recall #06v001000 regarding steering: hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections was performed on 08/02/06. At first, the contact heard a noise which got louder through time. The contact added power steering fluid to reduce the noise and noticed the power steering fluid was leaking. The vehicle was taken to the service dealer on 08/21/06 and the dealer claimed the new hose was fine, but they wanted to charge the contact for a power steering pump and new belts, which the dealer claimed was the issue. The contact expressed the recall work was not performed correctly and the hose caused the problem.
Dt*: the contact stated the air bag light illuminated constantly, the cruise control was inoperable and there was a clicking in the steering column when the wheel is turned left or right. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who determined a spring in the steering wheel needed to be replaced. Also, the contact stated there was a clicking noise in the front underside of the vehicle that has not yet been inspected by the dealer.
Dt: car burned in driveway. Was driving the car and the car started to smoke. The smoke stopped after the consumer got home. About 20 minutes later, the car caught on fire under the hood. The car was a total loss. Had the car towed to a body shop. The manufacturer's investigators came, and consumer's claim was denied. The vehicle was totaled. The dash lights were flickering and the power steering made a lot of noises prior to the fire incident.
Related recalls
Steering: hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 2.4 liter engines, the high pressure power steering hose may prematurely heat age and develop a leak.
- Risk
- Power steering fluid leakage in the presence of an ignition source may result in an underhood fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the high pressure power steering hose free of charge. The the recall began on april 10, 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 06V001000 · Recall details
Steering: linkages: knuckle: spindle: arm
- What is wrong
- On certain sedans and convertible model vehicles, the right steering knuckle may have been damaged during the component manufacturing process.
- Risk
- This could cause the steering knuckle to crack and separate from the upper control arm, which could result in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the right steering knuckle. The recall began on december 27, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 04V579000 · Recall details
Steering: gear box (other than rack and pinion)
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. A nut in the steering gear assembly was not properly tightened, resulting in symptoms ranging from steering wheel vibration to stiff steering, and in the worst case, no ability to turn left.
- Risk
- A loss of steering control could increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect these vehicles and replace the steering gear assembly if a loose nut connection is found.
Recall number 00V225002 · Recall details
Questions about the Dodge Stratus steering noise
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The model years with the most reports are 2001 (6 complaints), 1996 (3 complaints) and 1995 (2 complaints).
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