2000 Dodge Stratus Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 3%of 216 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 137,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the body and structure of the 2000 Dodge Stratus, 3% of the 216 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 137,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Drove car approximately 10 miles to store. Was in parking lot, pulling into a parking space, noticed smoke from under hood. Woman in lot stopped and told me my car was on fire. Backed out of parking spot to center of aisle. Car fully engulfed in flames within minutes. Cause of fire not yet determined.”
NHTSA complaint #10512284, filed 2013-05, 195,000 miles“Dt: where the hood fastened there was a lever in the outer skin of the hood where it was not molded properly. They did not have enough metal to mold it properly. The paint rusted through where it could cause the latch to come undone and the hood file up. Noticed this on all 2000 models, and on consumer's vehicle on september 7, 2005.”
NHTSA complaint #10136762, filed 2005-09, 137,000 miles“Air conditioner blower fan switch only works on high speed, air conditioner does not cool when this has happened. Has been replaced 3 times and the problem continues--this creates a problem in the summer since I live in texas and the summers are very hot down here. Also drivers side door panel has jammed sever times when it is opened, plastic clips holding door were coming off, this causes the door to jam on several occasions.”
NHTSA complaint #10019204, filed 2003-05, 50,000 miles“Driver's door jammed when it is opened, would open approx. 1 inch. Door panel was coming loose. Plastic clips holding panel were coming off. Panel would shift, and cause jamming problem. Would need to kick from inside to open door. Had taken vehicle to dealership, and was informed not a safety issue.”
NHTSA complaint #897519, filed 2001-10“The hood mat has a worn spot in it that goes through to the paint from a hose that is rubbing it.my brother has the same kind of car and his is like this as well”
NHTSA complaint #733772, filed 2000-10Related service bulletins
- 10220101Nov 20, 2019Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10220099Nov 20, 2019Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage…
- 10220097Nov 20, 2019Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 10169249Nov 20, 2019Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10169245Nov 20, 2019Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 4 | 5% |
| 2005 | 3 | 5% |
| 2004 | 9 | 6% |
| 2003 | 6 | 8% |
| 2002 | 7 | 5% |
| 2001 | 9 | 5% |
| 2000 | 6 | 3% |
| 1999 | 4 | 2% |
| 1998 | 2 | 1% |
| 1997 | 9 | 3% |
| 1996 | 13 | 2% |
| 1995 | 8 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2000 Dodge Stratus
66 complaintsBrakes
30 complaintsElectrical system
30 complaintsFuel system
24 complaintsEngine cooling
23 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
21 complaintsSuspension
12 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
10 complaintsAir bags
9 complaintsSeat belts
7 complaintsEquipment
6 complaintsOther or unknown
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2000 Dodge Stratus
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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