Most Reported Problem Reports for the 2002 Dodge Stratus : RepairPal

Water Leak Due to Plugged AC Drain

for the Dodge Stratus

A plugged AC evaporator drain tube can cause a water leak inside the car; usually near the front passenger's feet.

17 Reports

Heating & Air Conditioning

Reported by weenie and 7 others for the Dodge Stratus

Air Conditioner/ Heat Switch only works on high setting.

8 Reports

The Check Engine Light may Illuminate Erroneously

for the Dodge Stratus

"False" trouble codes may cause erroneous illumination of the Check Engine Light. Updating the PCM software can often correct this concern.

6 Reports

Door panel may rattle

for the Dodge Stratus

Foam tape placed between the door trim panel and door sheet metal can solve a rattling issue caused by audio output from the door speakers.

6 Reports

Click Noise when Turning Steering Wheel

for the Dodge Stratus

Sedan
A click heard when turning the steering wheel may be solved by aligning the steering column or installing revised parts in the column (requires removal of the steering column).

4 Reports

Honking Type Noise When AC is Turned On

for the Dodge Stratus

Sedan
If you hear a honk or "fog horn" sound within a few seconds of turning on the air conditioning, that can be fixed by replacing the AC expansion valve. Occasionally vibration from the honking can be felt in the steering wheel and car seats.

3 Reports

Oil leak from cylinder head cup plug

for the Dodge Stratus

Oil leaks from the cylinder head cup plugs are common. If the bore is not damaged, there is enough room to install a second plug over the first one. If a second plug has already been installed, the cylinder head should be replaced.

2 Reports

Orange Crust Formation Due to Leak at Coolant Bleeder Valve

for the Dodge Stratus

For the sedan trim only, Coolant can leak at the coolant bleeder valve and is usually evident because of an orange crust formation on the housing. A revised bleeder and housing is available to correct this problem.

1 Report

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2002 Dodge Stratus