1995 Dodge Stratus
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
11 recalls name the 1995 Dodge Stratus. Newest first.
Federal-mogul IS recalling certain replacement control arm assemblies, part numbers k7425, 10945, fa4510x, k7427, 10946, and fa4611x, sold for use on various passenger vehicles listed above. the ball joint on the control arm assembly can fail causing the ball stud to wear through the control arm housing resulting in noise and/or separation of the ball stud…
Risk and remedy
Risk
If there IS a separation of the ball stud from the housing, the driver can loose steering control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Federal-mogul will notify owners of record and replace the affected control arms free of charge. the safety recall began on january 28, 2011. owners may contact federal-mogul at 1-877-489-6659.
Qualis automotive IS recalling certain aftermarket ball joints sold for use on certain passenger vehicles. the socket may have been excessively hardened which could cause it to crack near the retaining ring groove allowing the ball stud to separate under impact load. the subject ball joints were sold as four part numbers, d10945, d10946, g10945, and…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Separation of the ball stud from the socket of the ball joint housing would allow the control arm to collapse and the wheel to fold in causing loss of steering control, possibly resulting in a crash.
Remedy
Qualis automotive will replace the ball joints free of charge. the safety recall began on november 9, 2009. owners may contact qualis automotive at 1-800-493-4128.
Certain airtex fuel pump modules, p/nos. E7089m, e7094m, e7113m, and e7129m, manufactured between june 1 and september 24, 2006. these fuel pump modules were sold as aftermarket for use in certain daimlerchrysler vehicles listed above. silicone material used in manufacture of the flapper valve was out-of-specification, leading to excess swell of the…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Fuel restriction could result in loss of power and/or engine stall, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Airtex will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pump modules free of charge. the recall began on october 18, 2006. owners may contact airtex toll-free at 1-866-867-3759.
Certain tigas fuel pump modules manufactured between june 1 and september 24, 2006, sold under various brand names and p/nos. these fuel pump modules are sold as aftermarket for use in certain daimlerchrysler vehicles listed above. silicone material used in manufacture of the flapper valve was out-of-specification, leading to excess swell of the flapper…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Fuel restriction could result in loss of power and/or engine stall, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Ti automotive will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pump modules free of charge. the recall began on october 6, 2006. owners may contact ti automotive toll-free at 1-877-461-1834.
On certain passenger vehicles, the floor shifter ignition-park interlock may fail and allow the shifter to be moved out of the park position with the key removed. an inoperative interlock may also allow the key to be removed when the shifter has not been placed in the park position.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Either circumstance may result in the vehicle rolling away without warning.
Remedy
Dealers will install a new load-limiting push rod into the floor shifter lever of the affected vehicles. owner notification began on june 14, 2004. owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. the adjustment of the cable connecting the console shifter mechanism to the ignition key can cause a trapped key condition which can result in a low force required to depress the shift button. a combination of applying a mis-adjusted release button with a low force attempt to…
Risk and remedy
Risk
If this happens, the "ignition-park" interlock system will be nonfunctional.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect for proper operation of the system. any vehicles that are not functional after the inspection will have the shift mechanism and cable replaced with a "self-adjusting" design.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the rear seat belt anchor does not achieve the loading required by fmvss no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."
Risk and remedy
Risk
Failure of a seat belt anchor can result in the loss of seat belt protection, which could lead to serious injury or death in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the rear seat belt outboard anchor floor attachments for proper positioning. if the anchor was improperly oriented, the orientation will be corrected.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the lower control arm ball joint can separate due to loss of lubrication.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Separation of the ball joint could cause a loss of steering control increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the ball joint end housing cover seal for leakage with a high pressure air tester and the rubber boot will be visually inspected for damage. if the cover seal leaks or the boot IS damaged, the lower control arm will be replaced.
The brake master cylinder can leak brake fluid due to a damaged double lip rear piston seal.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Brake fluid leakage can result in diminished effectiveness of one half of the split brake system. The instrument panel warning light(s) will signal system impairment prior to partial brake system loss.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the rear brake master cylindr piston assembly.
Corrosion of the ABS hydraulic control unit can cause the solenoid valves to stick in the open position.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If either front wheel valve sticks, the vehicle would swerve from a straight stop when the brakes are applied.
Remedy
Dealers will install a plate and silicone grease injected into the solenoid cavity to eliminate the potential for this condition.
In certain vehicles, the engine cylinder head oil galley plug does not seal properly and engine cylinder head oil IS not adequately retained.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Inadequate sealing and retention of the plug can result in oil leakage which could cause a fire in the engine compartment.
Remedy
Dealers will install an expansion plug and retaining bracket over the cylinder head oil galley plug.
Owner complaints
318 complaints28 involved a crash13 involved a fire23 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Power train › Automatic transmission
I have 1995 dodge stratus shifting down going down the road!!!! after rebuild on the tranny not once but twice change all the switches I figured it out. *Tr
- Fuel system, gasoline
Fuel pump ,gasoline. *Tr
- Electrical system › Starter assembly › Solenoid · Power train › Automatic transmission
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 dodge stratus. while driving 65 mph, the vehicle shifted into first gear without warning, which caused the vehicle speed to decrease. there were several repairs performed on the vehicle to correct the failure; however, the failure continued to occur. the transmission…
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 dodge stratus. while driving 65 mph, the vehicle shifted into first gear without warning, which caused the vehicle speed to decrease. there were several repairs performed on the vehicle to correct the failure; however, the failure continued to occur. the transmission was rebuilt and the solenoid was replaced on two occasions. the sensors and relays were replaced on numerous occasions; however, the failure continued to occur. the failure mileage was 63,000 miles and current mileage was 68,000.
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
While driving at approximately 30 mph, my car started to overheat. When I pulled over, the coolant was pouring out of the engine. I had the car towed to a garage and was told that it failed the "block test" meaning that it needed a new head gasket. I took the car to a second garage and was told…
While driving at approximately 30 mph, my car started to overheat. When I pulled over, the coolant was pouring out of the engine. I had the car towed to a garage and was told that it failed the "block test" meaning that it needed a new head gasket. I took the car to a second garage and was told the same thing. this IS a known failure that has been happening since the car was produced. the manufacture needs to cover the parts and labor of this repair. I was told by my local dealer, dayton andrews dodge, that this particular car IS not covered under the earlier recall. *Tr
- Power train › Automatic transmission
While driving the transmission downshifts to limp mode causing a highly probable danger situation that may lead to serious injuries especially if traveling on the freeway. We have replaced the tcm at $166.00from a dealer and another dealer sucked approx.300.00 knowing that there IS no way of fixing…
While driving the transmission downshifts to limp mode causing a highly probable danger situation that may lead to serious injuries especially if traveling on the freeway. We have replaced the tcm at $166.00from a dealer and another dealer sucked approx.300.00 knowing that there IS no way of fixing the defective transmission. Why are you still allowing the dealers to replace parts that they fully know won't fix the main problem? why IS there no recall on the defective transmissions? On the complaint side of your web page there are a lot of similar complaints! the dealer wants us to take the car back to them for diagnostics and I am sure they will recommend another problem solving idea to make us spend more money knowing it will not work. *tr
- Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections
Dodge has recalled 1999-2000 stratus because power steering fluid IS leaking on back of engine in 2.4 liter cars. fire hazard. We have a 1995 same motor same problem since the car hasn't been recalled its not dodge's problem. *jb
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Drum · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
I had the rear brakes for the 1995 dodge stratus replaced on 3/01/2007 becouse brakes were worn out, and have since then had them replace 3 different times. Mechanic shop could not figure out why. They replaced everything and back brakes were still locking. I bought this car used to do my…
I had the rear brakes for the 1995 dodge stratus replaced on 3/01/2007 becouse brakes were worn out, and have since then had them replace 3 different times. Mechanic shop could not figure out why. They replaced everything and back brakes were still locking. I bought this car used to do my mail route on 8/03/2006 from a used car dealer, and did not know of any recalls. also, the car swerved when hitting the brakes. Replaced brake lines, brake shoes, cylenders, drums and springs. *ak
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Purchased vehicle with clean carfax record in feb 06 with 75K miles. At 81K miles transmission started going into limp mode(slams into second gear regardless of vehicle speed). Took car to dealership for diagnostic. They stated the input and output speed sensors were failing according to the…
Purchased vehicle with clean carfax record in feb 06 with 75K miles. At 81K miles transmission started going into limp mode(slams into second gear regardless of vehicle speed). Took car to dealership for diagnostic. They stated the input and output speed sensors were failing according to the computer. I replaced them. A week later the transmission fully failed. Towed to a reputable transmission chain store. They fully rebuilt the mechanicals of transmission and replaced the speed sensors again. As I drove home the transmission returned to limp mode. Returned to shop. They test drove it and second gear clutches burned up. They rebuilt it again and also replaced valve body and solenoid pack. I drove the car for a month before it again started limping. took the car to another dealership for diagnosis. They blamed the shop and stated they couldn't do anything for me but upgrade the flash in the transmission computer. The computer diagnostics could not reveal why the computer was putting the car in limp. Returned car to previous transmission shop for yet another rebuild. Drove car 2 months before it again started limping. Returned car to trans shop, they rebuilt it again. Still couldn't find concrete cause, replaced valve body again, had me buy replacement transmission computer from dodge, this fixed it for another 2 months. Yesterday it again started going into limp. There IS 200 miles remaining in the 12,000 mile rebuild warranty from the first rebuild so it will be in the shop for the 5TH time in less than a year. *nm
- Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections
Took my car to get the power steering fixed after it stopped working. the repair shop called me and told me the car's engine had caught on fire and that they were not liable. I retrieved the vehicle and have since had to repair all of the electronics, hoses, hood, and paint in the engine compartment area. *jb
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Fuel line quick coupler failed causing great amount of gas leakage and possible fire hazard. *nm
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Auto transmission downshifts at freeway speeds, throwing driver towards windshield. problem began 2003. Have many, many service visits. lube shop flushed system. Dealer replaced tps switch, dealer replaced tcm, trans shop rebuilt transmission with new torque converter and new input and output…
Auto transmission downshifts at freeway speeds, throwing driver towards windshield. problem began 2003. Have many, many service visits. lube shop flushed system. Dealer replaced tps switch, dealer replaced tcm, trans shop rebuilt transmission with new torque converter and new input and output switches (worked one year) then problem returned. trans shop flushed system, trans shop replaced tps (again), trans shp recommended to replace tcm (again), but, dealer said no problem found. another dealer says tps bad. when I said it was replaced 100 miles earlier, they said that it was either wiring short, or main computer failure, has no way to know what problem IS. also said that if I fix the "wiring" I would have to rebuild the transmission (again), awen I said it was rebuilt last year, dealer changed his story and said I did not have to rebuild transmission. dealer recommends junking the car. manufacturer IS not helping at all. not looking for free work, I already spent $3000. I just want the problem fixed. it IS extremely dangerous. this IS a known problem for dodge, but they won't fix it, and they won't admit to a problematic transmission in this 4 speed. *nm
- Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections
Dt*: the contact stated while the vehicle was parked in a parking lot, flames erupted from under the hood without warning. the fire department was alerted and extinguished the fire. no injuries were sustained. there was moderate fire damage to the under hood area. the police were not alerted.…
Dt*: the contact stated while the vehicle was parked in a parking lot, flames erupted from under the hood without warning. the fire department was alerted and extinguished the fire. no injuries were sustained. there was moderate fire damage to the under hood area. the police were not alerted. the vehicle was inspected by the dealership who determined the fire originated from the power steering hose. there was a nhtsa recall, # 06v001000, regarding the steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections. the vehicle was not included in the recall due to the vin. the manufacturer was alerted.
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly › Filler pipe and cap
Plastic fuel filler neck that attaches to the metal flange that attaches to body of car that has the gas cap on. The metal part that attaches to plastic neck IS rusted out and venting gas vapor all the time. Called the dealer to buy a replacement part and was told that this part IS pacific to only…
Plastic fuel filler neck that attaches to the metal flange that attaches to body of car that has the gas cap on. The metal part that attaches to plastic neck IS rusted out and venting gas vapor all the time. Called the dealer to buy a replacement part and was told that this part IS pacific to only 95 and 96 model years and part IS out of production. Dealer also said there IS none in stock no where, and was unable to give me any solution to fix the problem this IS both a safety and environmental hazard. *jb
- Engine and engine cooling
1995 dodge stratus caught on fire. *ts the consumer was driving, when all of a sudden the vehicle lost power. the consumer pulled onto the shoulder, exited the vehicle and saw smoke. A few minutes later the vehicle was engulfed in flames. *jb
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Dt: since the consumer purchased the vehicle it would shift into low gear or neutral on its own while driving. the vehicle was taken to two separate dealers for repairs. the dealer performed a diagnostic test and that ultimately led to the replacement of a solenoid pack. this did not correct…
Dt: since the consumer purchased the vehicle it would shift into low gear or neutral on its own while driving. the vehicle was taken to two separate dealers for repairs. the dealer performed a diagnostic test and that ultimately led to the replacement of a solenoid pack. this did not correct the problem. the dealer noted that transmission computer had to be flashed. consumer took vehicle to a dodge dealer and no repairs were done. They did not offer an explanation as to why this happened. the gear still moved while in drive. this IS still a problem. *ak *jb
- Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower ball joint
Dt: while the consumer was driving heard a knocking noise. she took vehicle to a mechanic, they told her that the lower ball joint was broken. no repairs were done made as of yet. the vehicle IS not safe to drive.
- Electrical system · Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly · Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower ball joint
Numerous failures-since I bought this "95 dodge stratus with only 30,000 miles. 1) engine making a knocking noise-i took car to the dodge dealership-buchanan & young in burnsville, nc and had a new head gasket put on. 2) I replaced the battery because the car wouldn't start. I also replaced…
Numerous failures-since I bought this "95 dodge stratus with only 30,000 miles. 1) engine making a knocking noise-i took car to the dodge dealership-buchanan & young in burnsville, nc and had a new head gasket put on. 2) I replaced the battery because the car wouldn't start. I also replaced the battery cables, so the car would start, but this did not solve the problem. I replaced the starter to try to get the car to start. I still often have to get out and peck on the starter with a screwdriver to get it to start---even after I had a new starter put on. date: 8-10-05 3) wheel broke off/car not drivable-parts to fix problem & mechanic's bill 4) had to replace flywheel 5) had to replace steering components I have spent approximately $2,000 to get this car with very low miles on it to start. *nm
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Car has had transmission rebuilt three times. First time it was rebuilt by dealer at approximately 85000 miles because of "rough" shifting. Second time at 150000 miles at transmission re-builder because of it consistently going in to "limp" mode. After several return visits, they still could not…
Car has had transmission rebuilt three times. First time it was rebuilt by dealer at approximately 85000 miles because of "rough" shifting. Second time at 150000 miles at transmission re-builder because of it consistently going in to "limp" mode. After several return visits, they still could not fix the problem. I drove the car for 10000 miles being careful of conditions that I was in case it slipped in to "limp" mode. I eventually took it to a different shop to have it rechecked. After having all mechanical parts replaced, all sensors, and tcm module the car still goes in to "limp" mode almost on a daily basis. *jb
- Power train › Automatic transmission
I have a 1995 dodge stratus when traveling about 45 mph my car automatically slips into neutral the vehicle jerks and slows down in speed I have to pull over to the side of the road and shut the car down and restart it, this problem happens intermittently, I took it a transmission shop and they could not find the problem they replaced the solenoid pack I still have the problem. *jb
- Power train › Automatic transmission · Power train › Automatic transmission › Control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
I purchased the car and the car would start to bounce down to first gear and now will not come out of first gear.i have tried to have it worked on but the transmition shop could not fix the problem either!!!*ak
- Air bags › Frontal · Power train › Automatic transmission
I am filing this complaint with respect to a 1995 dodge stratus. the dodge stratus IS equipped with a device which I assume IS tied in with the car's electronics or computer. the purpose of this specific device IS to monitor the operation of the car's transmission so that whenever the…
I am filing this complaint with respect to a 1995 dodge stratus. the dodge stratus IS equipped with a device which I assume IS tied in with the car's electronics or computer. the purpose of this specific device IS to monitor the operation of the car's transmission so that whenever the transmission IS under stress or IS not operating as designed or intended (or at least the the computer surmises that the transmission IS not operating normally or up to standard), the computer whenever that occurs automatically downshifts the dodge stratus to 2ND gear without any prior warning or notice whatsoever to the driver and the dodge remains in 2ND gear until such time as the dodge IS brought to a complete stop and until the engine IS completely turned off. if you then allow the dodge engine to remain off for 3 or 4 minutes and then turn the engine back on again, the car will perform normally again and without incident at speeds up to 40 or 50 or 60 miles per hour until such time as the computer, once again, succumbs to the urge to downshift to 2ND gear. at that point, the driver finds himself in 2ND gear and with no viable alternative but to pull off the road and turn off the engine once again. to comprehend what that predicament IS like from the driver?s point of view, one has only to envision yourself on the new jersey turnpike or the long island expressway in rush hour traffic with dozens and dozens of 18 wheeler trucks all going 55and 65 miles an hour when, out of the blue, the computer on the dodge stratus decides to downshift to 20 miles an hour and the nearest 18 wheeler truck IS only 10 feet behind you and doing 60 miles an hour. in that scenario, the possibilities for a horrible and catastrophic accident costing dozens of lives IS apparent---all because the onboard computer on the dodge stratus decided on its own to downshift to 2ND gear. *ak
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Transmission failed, 145,000 miles with no indication or check engine light. The transmission was running fine then failed and leaked a quart and a half of fluid from the rip in the pan. *ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
Vehicle dying out and was repaired three times with no result. *La the vehicle has stalled several time while driving under no certain circumstances. the dealer has replaced the egr valve, catalytic converter and power distribution unit but the vehicle continued to stall. the vehicle has been at the service shop for seven weeks. *nm
- Electrical system › Wiring
After parking the vehicle, went into the house, and a friend came to notify consumer that the vehicle was on fire. consumer stated that the permanent registration on the vehicle had not been received. *ak
- Power train › Automatic transmission › Lever and linkage › Column shift
Consumer received a recall letter. called a dealer, and was told to bring the vehicle in. after waiting she was told there were no parts. consumer made another appointment, after arriving and waiting for two hours the part was not in, and she was told it would be one month. the recall was on shift interlock.*ak
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Auto trans ignition-park interlock
The manufacturer reports above are based on daimlerchrysler?s (dc) analysis of model year (my) 1998 (population = 356,384) and 1999 (population = 486,948) ja, JX and lh family subject vehicle data (earlier mys excluded).the population number includes all mys.the precise number of duplicates between odi and dc reports…
The manufacturer reports above are based on daimlerchrysler?s (dc) analysis of model year (my) 1998 (population = 356,384) and 1999 (population = 486,948) ja, JX and lh family subject vehicle data (earlier mys excluded).the population number includes all mys.the precise number of duplicates between odi and dc reports cannot be determined due to missing or incomplete information.the fatality incident involved an elderly person who attempted to stop a roll away vehicle and received fatal injuries.odi also gathered information on my 1997-99 prowler vehicles in this investigation. The prowler vehicles were manufactured with a different design shifter mechanism (the shift lever IS shorter).there are no complaints of prowler interlock failure in odi?s database, and dc has received no reports either.the prowler IS excluded from the recall scope.the investigation involved a condition where the interlock system could fail (or be made inoperative by the operator) during vehicle use, possibly inadvertently.the interlock system IS required under fmvss 114.with the transmission in the park position and the ignition key off, the combined action of pressing the shift button and pulling the shift lever rearward may result in the operator overcoming the interlock system and cause the mechanical linkage of the system to disconnect.when this occurs, there IS no overt indication to an operator that the system IS defeated, and an increased risk of vehicle roll-away exists.under recall 04v021, dc will replace damaged shift mechanisms, and will install on all vehicles a device which inhibits the operator?s ability to overcome the interlock and defeat the system.beginning with my 2000, dc incorporated a brake and transmission shifter interlock (btsi) system into the subject vehicles.introduction of btsi involved design changes to the shift mechanism, one of which resulted in reduced mechanical advantage (rma) of the shift button.the rma shifter requires increased forces to overcome the interlock system, making the shifter less susceptible to damage.
- Steering column separation
Mr. Larry a. Sackey submitted a petition to the national highway traffic safety administration (nhtsa) by letter dated april 18, 2003, requesting that nhtsafurther investigate the defective collapsible steering shaft system on 1987-1995 vehicles manufactured by the daimlerchrysler corporation.in part because of 49 cfr…
Mr. Larry a. Sackey submitted a petition to the national highway traffic safety administration (nhtsa) by letter dated april 18, 2003, requesting that nhtsafurther investigate the defective collapsible steering shaft system on 1987-1995 vehicles manufactured by the daimlerchrysler corporation.in part because of 49 cfr ? 30120(G), nhtsa has decided to limit the scope of the petition vehicles to 1993-1995 models, excluding the 1993 jeep grand cherokee and 1994-1995 dodge RAM series trucks that were recalled (93v210 & 96v230) for steering column failure.if the analysis of these vehicles had identified a potential problem, the scope could have been expanded in an investigation.a review of odi's data base shows no recent complaints and a lack of a complaint trend concerning the subject issue on the subject vehicles as a whole or by individual models.therefore, the petition IS denied.for details, see federal register notice volume 68, no. 130, july 8, 2003.
- Safety belt cinching latch plate
There are no injuries or fatalities associated with this alleged defect.while conducting this investigation, odi found that the subject cinches meet the load bearing requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard 208, and that many of the reported failures were due to incorrect child safety seat installations.…
There are no injuries or fatalities associated with this alleged defect.while conducting this investigation, odi found that the subject cinches meet the load bearing requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard 208, and that many of the reported failures were due to incorrect child safety seat installations. Additionally, the report rate IS low (1.60/100k).the information available fails to establish the existence of a defect trend at this time.further allocation of agency resources to this issue IS unwarranted and the preliminary evaluation IS being closed.
- Lower control arm ball joint failure
By letter dated november 6, 1997, the manufacturer advised this agency of its decision to initiate a safety recall campaign of the subject vehicles to correct the defect identified in this ea.the recall will also cover 1996 and 1997 chrysler cirrus/dodge stratus vehicles, as well as 1995 through 1997 chrysler sebring…
By letter dated november 6, 1997, the manufacturer advised this agency of its decision to initiate a safety recall campaign of the subject vehicles to correct the defect identified in this ea.the recall will also cover 1996 and 1997 chrysler cirrus/dodge stratus vehicles, as well as 1995 through 1997 chrysler sebring convertible and plymouth breeze vehicles equipped with identical lower control arm ball joints.an estimated total of 599,00vehicles are affected by this recall.the manufacturer's investigation disclosed that process variability, together with the ball joint housing cover crimping operation, can result in an ineffective seal that permits a loss of lubrication and accelerted wear of the ball joint assembly.this condition can lead to failure and separtion of the lower control arm ball joint.the recall IS identified as nhtsa 97v-201 and a copy of chrysler's letter to nhtsa IS attached hereto.
- Lower control arm ball joint failure
The manufacturer identifed vehicle owner complaints of the subject ball joint failures as tabulated above.in addition, a total of 72 warranty reports were identified for replacement of broken or cracked ball joint assemblies in the subject vehicles.chrysler also reported that 1996 and 1997 models are equipped with…
The manufacturer identifed vehicle owner complaints of the subject ball joint failures as tabulated above.in addition, a total of 72 warranty reports were identified for replacement of broken or cracked ball joint assemblies in the subject vehicles.chrysler also reported that 1996 and 1997 models are equipped with identical ball joint assemblies as the subject 1995 model year vehicles.a partial response to nhtsa's information request indicated that the manufacturer's analyses and evaluations of the condition were continuing.in order to continue nhtsa's complete assessment of the nature and scope of this matter, this investigation has been upgraded to an engineering analysis.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10191460Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
- 10150552Child Seat Tether Anchor Installation This bulletin describes procedures to install Child Seat Tether Anchors based on Customer Request. Retrofits are subject to part availability. Vehicles in the following list that are marked **** for the model year are no longer supported with OEM retrofit kits. NOTE: Dealers are encouraged to honor any customers? request for the installation of the Child Seat Tether Anchors and Dealer reimbursement will be made by FCA US LLC regardless of vehicle age or mileage. See the Warranty Policy and Procedure Manual and/or Warranty Bulletin D-08-33 for reimbursement detail.
- 10001520Seat belt cinch bar service for various models including 2004 models.
- 6092304Subject regarding non-deployed airbag handling procedures.
- 6089800Daimlerchrysler corporation IS now offerinb airbag on / off switches for selected vehicles.
- 6089311Concerns with a/c evaporator odor. *Nlm
- 6089038Information on tire and wheel runout. *Nlm
- 6089036Concerns with transmission fluid auxiliary cooler. *Nlm
- 6089028Information on 41te/42le service information. *Nlm
- 6088988Concerns with 41te/42le transaxle shudder during an emcc (electronically modulated converter clutch) shift. *Nlm
- 6088858Information on gasket surface preparation on aluminum engine components. *Nlm
- 6088834Information regarding nhtsa authorized airbag deactivation for medical necessity. *Nlm
- 6088786Concerns with engine coolant usage. *Nlm
- 634272Flash programming failure recovery. *Slc
- 623153Exhibiting rough idle, hard start and start & stall.*cls
- 621898Automatic transmission fluid usage ATF+4.
- 620066Subject regarding generic scan tool (gst), publication no. 81-170-00008 provided with this technical service bulletin to provide reference information when using generic scan tool on obdii vehicles.
- 620059Subject regarding airbag / clock spring service for various models including 2002 model year jeep liberty.
- 618396This bulletin involves installation of a new component to assist cam seal retention.
- 618049Subject regarding wire splice repairs.
- 615688Subject regarding child seat tether anchors.
- 612160Subject on the child seat tether anchors. *Mjs
- 612149Vehicles may experience clunking or rattle in steering wheel/steering column. *Mjs
- 610635Subject regarding child seat tether anchors.
- 610007Daimlerchrysler corporation IS now offering internal emergency trunk releases for selection vehicles.
- 609995This bulletin provides a revised wire splice procedure and related parts.
- 608371Daimler chrysler IS now offering internal emergency trunk releases for selected vehicles.
- 607963Information on child seat tether anchors.
- 607916Technical service bulletin regarding multi-layer steel (mls) head gasket installation procedures.
- 607914Information regarding 2.5L V-6 head gasket application.
- 607554Subject regarding the internal emergency trunk release.
- 607553Information pertaining to internal emergency trunk release dealer reimbursement.
- 606174Diamler chrysler corporation IS now offering internal emergency trunk releases for selected vehicles.
- 606160Brief information on the use of asbestos fiber brake linings.
- 605014Conditions with intermittent loss of speed control.
- 604696Subject regarding reusable automatic transmission oil pan gasket.
- 604364Service and parts information on 1999 running changes to transmission range sensor (trs)
- 603635Subject on flash programming failure recovery.
- 603153Subject regarding airbag on - off switches.
- 603107Subject regarding oil seepage at cam position sensor / misinterpreted head gasket leak.
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