2004 Dodge Stratus Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 16about this part
- Share
- 11%of 144 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 34,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 16 complaints about the electrical system of the 2004 Dodge Stratus, 11% of the 144 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 34,000 miles. 2 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“While driving on I-290 ( 3 lane super highway just outside chicago) the asd (automatic shut down) switch activated and turned my car off. I coasted to an exit but the car would not restart.”
NHTSA complaint #10067639, filed 2004-04, 20,436 miles“The windows do not work and this problem keeps happening even after it was fixed, it wasn't the motor, switches or anything else, the wiring is bad somewhere and it went back out after the warranty expired. I hope this is a recall so something can get done and stay done.”
NHTSA complaint #10575664, filed 2014-03, 135,009 miles“Multi-function stalk to the left of the steering wheel with the headlamp and turn signal swtiches has malfunctioned twice now. This happened while driving down the road. When it malfunctions, the instrument panel will not illuminate, and the tail lamps will not illuminate. The first time the dealership replaced the part. The second time, I took it apart and cleaned it, and it fixed the problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10206613, filed 2007-10, 35,550 miles“The ignition interlock on my 2004 Dodge Stratus is inoperative. At least twice, the key was removed after the engine was shut off by while the car was in drive. The car then began to roll away. The second time this happened, the car ran into an obstruction and suffered 25 thousand dollars in damage.”
NHTSA complaint #10200372, filed 2007-08, 37,980 miles“Dt: while driving the vehicle lost power. Caller saaid that she had to get the vehicle jumped that same day that failure happened. On the way to the dealer the dashboard lights did flicker before the vehicle stalled. Independent mechanic said battery was under the fender, and it could not keep the cables on. Manufacturer has not been contacted yet. Caller did run up on a curb.”
NHTSA complaint #10133278, filed 2005-08, 24,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10229256Jul 22, 2020KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other…
- 10221686Jul 22, 2020KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other…
- 10175735Apr 22, 2020Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and…
- 10217728Jul 30, 2014Generic Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Procedure This bulletin involves programming a generic PCM with software.
- 10013716Mar 25, 2005Flash: mil illumination diagnostic trouble codes (dtc/diagnostic trouble code) p0300, p0301, p0302, p0302, p0303, p0304, p0305, p0306-cold start misfire.
- 10012809Feb 17, 2005Mopar accessory remote starter inoperative due to hood switch.
Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 8 | 11% |
| 2005 | 5 | 8% |
| 2004 | 16 | 11% |
| 2003 | 10 | 13% |
| 2002 | 9 | 6% |
| 2001 | 19 | 10% |
| 2000 | 30 | 14% |
| 1999 | 34 | 14% |
| 1998 | 11 | 4% |
| 1997 | 31 | 9% |
| 1996 | 36 | 7% |
| 1995 | 41 | 13% |
Other parts of the 2004 Dodge Stratus
38 complaintsEngine cooling
22 complaintsAir bags
15 complaintsSteering
13 complaintsVehicle speed control
13 complaintsFuel system
12 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
12 complaintsBrakes
11 complaintsBody and structure
9 complaintsWheels
7 complaintsOther or unknown
6 complaintsEngine
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2004 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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