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2005 Dodge Stratus vs 2005 Toyota Corolla

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.

Metric2005 Dodge Stratus2005 Toyota Corolla
NHTSA complaints62853
Recall campaigns36
Service bulletins (TSBs)39165
Investigations04
Crash reports14114
Fire reports24
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)21–2425–31
Median reported mileage74,000 mi72,000 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentDodge StratusToyota Corolla
Air Bags9456
Engine and Engine Cooling1492
Vehicle Speed Control266
Electrical System558
Power Train337
Steering1322
Engine529
Service Brakes, Hydraulic128

Symptoms owners describe

Stalling771
Clunking / rattling511
Check engine light054
Airbag warning light040
Hesitation / surging023
Vibration / shaking013
Won’t start07
Brake problems07

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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.