1995 Dodge Stratus Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 24about this part
- Share
- 8%of 318 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 31,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 24 complaints about the suspension of the 1995 Dodge Stratus, 8% of the 318 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 31,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“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. …”
NHTSA complaint #10132764, filed 2005-08, 31,000 miles“We brought the car back to dealer several times with no satisfaction. When we finally realized what the problem was the warrantee was over. I will never ever buy a car from saturn again, new or used.”
NHTSA complaint #706291, filed 1999-05“The front end started to squeak going over bumps as the suspension moved. The car was taken into a private mechanic who told me the right ball joint/lower control arm was failing and there was a recall for this problem, recall #750. I was referred to daimerchrysler's toll free number. I called them on 02-17-2000 and 02-18-2000. Both times their representitive told me my car didn't fall under the recall because the VIN number didn't match the numbers in the recall. I told them normal wear and tear doesn't cause ball joint problems until well into the 100,000 mile range. …”
NHTSA complaint #719088, filed 2000-02“Consumer states that the correct struts for vehicle are no longer available. Consumer states over time the front end may fall. The consumer stated that the struts available were unsatisfactory since it is known to causes unnecessary wear to front end parts resulting in misalignment of the vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #8019463, filed 2002-09“Front left lower ball joint started making noise, the consumer took the vehicle to the dealer request repair under recall 97v-201, the dealer refused no-cost repair stating that the ball joint passed all their test so they did not have to replace it under recall, consumer request reimbursement. Nlm”
NHTSA complaint #559482, filed 2001-02Related recalls
- 97V201000Nov 13, 1997Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The lower control arm ball joint can separate due to loss of lubrication.Covers: Dodge Stratus 1995–1997, Chrysler Cirrus 1995–1997, Sebring 1995–1997 +1 more
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 23 | 31% |
| 2005 | 18 | 29% |
| 2004 | 38 | 26% |
| 2003 | 15 | 20% |
| 2002 | 31 | 21% |
| 2001 | 41 | 22% |
| 2000 | 12 | 6% |
| 1999 | 9 | 4% |
| 1998 | 17 | 6% |
| 1997 | 19 | 5% |
| 1996 | 32 | 6% |
| 1995 | 24 | 8% |
Other parts of the 1995 Dodge Stratus
106 complaintsBrakes
60 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
55 complaintsElectrical system
41 complaintsSteering
23 complaintsAir bags
18 complaintsEquipment
18 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
16 complaintsFuel system
12 complaintsVehicle speed control
11 complaintsBody and structure
8 complaintsOther or unknown
7 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1995 Dodge Stratus
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology