1996 Dodge Stratus Recalls

NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for the 1996 Dodge Stratus. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 04V021000Jan 13, 20042,315,768 vehicles potentially affected
  Power train › Automatic transmission › Lever and linkage › Floor shift
  Covers: Dodge Stratus 1995–1999, Intrepid 1993–1999, Chrysler Concorde 1993–1999 +6 more

  Reported issue: 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.

  Possible consequence: 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.

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• 98V183000Aug 6, 1998685,000 vehicles potentially affected
  Power train › Automatic transmission › Park/neutral start interlock switch
  Covers: Dodge Stratus 1995–1998, Chrysler Cirrus 1995–1998, Sebring 1996–1998 +1 more

  Reported issue: 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 shift out of park with the key in the locked position, can…

  Possible consequence: 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.

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• 97V201000Nov 13, 1997599,000 vehicles potentially affected
  Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower ball joint
  Covers: Dodge Stratus 1995–1997, Chrysler Cirrus 1995–1997, Sebring 1995–1997 +1 more

  Reported issue: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The lower control arm ball joint can separate due to loss of lubrication.

  Possible consequence: 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.

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• 97V095000Jun 6, 1997219,000 vehicles potentially affected
  Structure › Body › Hood › Hinge and attachments
  Covers: Dodge Stratus 1996–1997, Chrysler Cirrus 1996–1997, Plymouth Breeze 1996–1997

  Reported issue: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The secondary hood latch spring can disengage from its retention hole if the hood is slammed shut.

  Possible consequence: If this condition occurs simultaneously without engaging the primary latch, the hood would not be restrained increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the secondary hood latch spring with a longer end hook spring.

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• 96V075000May 3, 1996151,800 vehicles potentially affected
  Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Master cylinder
  Covers: Dodge Stratus 1995–1996, Neon 1995–1996, Chrysler Cirrus 1995–1996 +2 more

  Reported issue: The brake master cylinder can leak brake fluid due to a damaged double lip rear piston seal.

  Possible consequence: 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.

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• 96V074000May 2, 199690,000 vehicles potentially affected
  Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
  Covers: Dodge Stratus 1995–1996, Chrysler Cirrus 1995–1996, Plymouth Breeze 1996

  Reported issue: Corrosion of the abs hydraulic control unit can cause the solenoid valves to stick in the open position.

  Possible consequence: 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.

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• 96V006000Jan 11, 199640,000 vehicles potentially affected
  Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
  Covers: Dodge Stratus 1995–1996, Chrysler Cirrus 1995–1996, Dodge Caravan 1996 +3 more

  Reported issue: In certain vehicles, the engine cylinder head oil galley plug does not seal properly and engine cylinder head oil is not adequately retained.

  Possible consequence: 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.

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