1999 Dodge Stratus vs 2001 Dodge Stratus
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1999 Dodge Stratus | 2001 Dodge Stratus |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 251 | 186 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 10 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 67 | 77 |
| Investigations | 5 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 23 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 59 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–27 | 20–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 90,500 mi | 70,300 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Stratus | Dodge Stratus |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 53 | 58 |
| Steering | 49 | 26 |
| Power Train | 34 | 20 |
| Electrical System | 34 | 19 |
| Suspension | 9 | 41 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 37 | 9 |
| Air Bags | 10 | 26 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 10 | 11 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 19 | 15 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 6 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 17 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 9 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 5 |
1999 Dodge Stratus
2001 Dodge Stratus
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.