Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.
2000 Dodge Stratus recalls
Steering: hydraulic power assist, hose, piping, and connections
NHTSA campaign 06V001000 · reported January 5, 2006 · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION · 216,299 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 2.4 liter engines, the high pressure power steering hose may prematurely heat age and develop a leak.
- The risk
- Power steering fluid leakage in the presence of an ignition source may result in an underhood fire.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the high pressure power steering hose free of charge. The the recall began on april 10, 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Child seat
NHTSA campaign 00V366000 · reported November 9, 2000 · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION · 1,211,756 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles, pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." some of the owner's manuals for these vehicles are missing instructions that provide a step-by-step procedure, including diagrams, for properly attaching a child restraint system's tether strap to the tether anchorage.
- The risk
- In the event of a crash, the child seat may not be properly attached increasing the risk of injury to the child.
- The fix
- Owners will be provided with an addendum to the owner's manuals.
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components, hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
NHTSA campaign 00V196000 · reported July 17, 2000 · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION · 3,400 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Some of these vehicles may have been built with an inadequate weld between the right front brake hose block and the stand-off bracket.
- The risk
- Separation of the stand-off bracket from the block could cause fatigue damage of the right front brake tube and result in a half system brake loss.
- The fix
- Dealers will add a brake line bracket to the right front brake tube.
Equipment: other, labels
NHTSA campaign 00V066000 · reported March 2, 2000 · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION · 17,000 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The affected vehicles were built with incorrect child lock instruction labels.
- The risk
- The incorrect labels could cause confusion as to whether the childproof safety lock was activated.
- The fix
- Owners will be provided with correct labels.
Fuel system, gasoline: storage, tank assembly, mounting
NHTSA campaign 00V067000 · reported March 2, 2000 · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION · 38 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The affected vehicles were built with unpainted fuel tank straps.
- The risk
- The paint provides corrosion protection necessary to ensure the straps do not loosen over time.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the fuel tank straps.
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
Feb 26, 2018 · Suspension · 106,000 miles
WHILE DRIVING DOWN A SIDE ROAD AT AROUND 25MPG, THE LEFT FRONT WHEEL MADE A POP SOUND AND ABRUPTLY STOPPED. WHEN MY DAUGHTER GOT OUT TO INVESTIGATE SHE SAW THAT THE WHEEL WAS FOLDED UNDER THE CAR. SHE HAD IT TOWED AND WE LEARNED THE TIE-ROD CONTROL ARM FAILED AND BROKE THE SHAFT. THANK GOD SHE WAS NOT ON THE HIGHWAY…
Aug 11, 2016 · Suspension · 197,000 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE STRATUS. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, A LOUD GRINDING NOISE EMITTED FROM THE VEHICLE. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE. THE CONTACT COASTED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND NOTICED FLUID COMING FROM THE FRONT PASSENGER WHEEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT…
Aug 8, 2016 · Fuel/propulsion system · 165,753 miles
VEHICLE STALLED AT HIGH SPEED. HAD FUEL FILTER REPLACED BY DODGE DEALER IN MARIETTA, OHIO. DEALER DID NOT CHECK FUEL PUMP WHILE TANK REMOVED FROM AUTOMOBILE. FUEL PUMP WAS CAUSE OF STALLING. INVOICE # DOCS155552
Dec 15, 2015 · Steering · 151,000 miles
I WAS DRIVING MY CAR WHEN THE BALL JOINT ASSEMBLY SNAPPED IN HALF, THE ENTIRE TIRE ALMOST CAME ALL THE WAY OFF.
Nov 19, 2013 · Steering · 229,000 miles
TL-THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE STRATUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE THE STEERING WHEEL IS VERY DIFFICULT TO TURN. THE CONTACT STATED AFTER APPROXIMATELY 1 MINUTE AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE THE STEERING PROBLEM SUBSIDES. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE DEFECT WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CONTACT STATED…
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received February 26, 2018.