2002 Dodge Stratus vs 2004 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 | 2002 Dodge Stratus | 2004 Dodge Stratus |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 150 | 144 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 66 | 57 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 24 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–22 | 21–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 69,000 mi | 66,944 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Stratus | Dodge Stratus |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 48 | 22 |
| Suspension | 31 | 38 |
| Air Bags | 19 | 15 |
| Power Train | 21 | 12 |
| Electrical System | 9 | 16 |
| Steering | 9 | 13 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 13 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 10 | 8 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 7 | 15 |
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 6 |
| Clunking / rattling | 6 | 8 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 9 |
2002 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.