Gear Whine or Whistling Noise on Dodge Stratus

Submitted by Vehicle Owner · May 29, 2025
Published by RepairPal

Problem overview

4-door sedan A gear whine or whistling type noise heard when accelerating or coasting between approximately 65mph and 85mph may actually be caused by an improperly seated steering column boot. The steering column boot seals the steering shaft as it passes through the firewall.

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Dodge Stratus vehicles with this problem

Average mileage: 120,750 miles
(85,000 - 178,000)

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