Does the 2004 Dodge Stratus have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2004 Dodge Stratus, the most recent reported on June 2, 2015 (Air bags: frontal, passenger side, inflator module). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Dodge Stratus?

Owners have filed 144 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is suspension (38 complaints), followed by engine and engine cooling (22).

How many 2004 Dodge Stratus complaints mention a crash or fire?

24 of 144 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 17 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2004 Dodge Stratus recalls and problems

3 recalls and 144 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2004 Dodge Stratus.

recalls

144

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

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.

2004 Dodge Stratus recalls

Air bags: frontal, passenger side, inflator module

NHTSA campaign 15V338000 · reported June 2, 2015 · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. · 443,442 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2000-2005 Eclipse vehicles manufactured April 5, 1999, to December 17, 2004, 2001-2005 Eclipse Spyder vehicles manufactured January 19, 2000, to March 18, 2005, 2001-2005 Chrysler Sebring vehicles manufactured April 17, 2000, to February 21, 2005, and 2001-2005 Dodge Stratus vehicles manufactured April 17, 2000, to February 22, 2005. In the affected vehicles, the passenger side sun visor may be folded down in such a position that, if the passenger frontal air bag deploys, the passenger side sun visor may detach.
The risk: If the passenger side sun visor detaches and is propelled rearward, there is an increased risk of occupant injury.
The fix: MMNA will notify their owners, and Chrysler will notify the Chrysler and Dodge owners. Dealers will install a tether strap to retain the passenger sun visor, free of charge. The recall began on July 20, 2015. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-15-005. Chrysler and Dodge owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R30.

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

NHTSA campaign 04V313000 · reported June 29, 2004 · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION · 8,108 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On certain 2-door passenger vehicles, the fuel return line hose fitting on the electric fuel pump may be improperly molded.
The risk: Breakage could result in a leakage of fuel and in the presence of an ignition source, it could result a fire.
The fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pump. The recall will begin on august 9, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump

NHTSA campaign 03V443000 · reported November 4, 2003 · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION · 5,911 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel return line hose fitting on the electric fuel pump may be restricted, causing excessive fuel pressure to build up in the fuel injection system. Excessive fuel pressure may result in a leak in the fuel return hose.
The risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the fuel pump pressure. Those vehicles exhibiting higher than normal fuel pump pressure will receive fuel pump modifications. Owner notification began on december 15, 2003. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-992-1997.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Suspension38
Engine and engine cooling22
Electrical system16
Air bags15
Steering13
Vehicle speed control13
Power train12
Structure9
Service brakes, hydraulic8
Fuel system, gasoline7

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jul 9, 2025 · Wheels · 136,334 miles
The contact owns a 2004 Dodge Stratus. The contact stated while reversing, the passenger's side front wheel detached. The contact stated that the vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The contact referenced an unknown recall repair with…

Feb 15, 2023 · Fuel/propulsion system
Fuel pump went out and in order for me to replace the fuel pump you have drop the tank. I could not get the intake hose off or the smaller fuel line along side it off. And there very little room to work with to get it off. And I have purchased the vehicle a little over a year ago and was not told about any recalls on…

Nov 29, 2021 · Suspension · 51,000 miles
The contact owns a 2004 Dodge Stratus. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made abnormal sounds and then lost motive power. Additionally, the front passenger's side ball stud separated from the ball joint housing, and the front passenger's side tire was stuck on the fender…

May 25, 2021 · Engine
2.7 liter engine should be recalled and replaced because? 1. The internal water pump which have been known to wear out prematurely and destroy the engine regardless how well the owner maintains vehicle. 2. Subframe and rear suspension crossmember should be replace due to rotting out prematurely. 3 Gloss on paint prone…

May 3, 2021 · Suspension · 116,508 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 DODGE STRATUS. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THERE WERE UNKNOWN RATTLING SOUNDS COMING FROM THE VEHICLE. ADDITIONALLY, THE WHEELS WERE WOBBLING AS IF THEY WERE GOING TO DETACH FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE…

Stratus model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2001	10	186	8	2
2002	2	150	10	4
2003	2	75	7	0
2004	3	144	24	1
2005	3	62	14	2
2006	0	74	19	3
2007	0	2	0	1

Across all years, the 2000 Stratus has the most complaints (216). All Dodge Stratus years →

Questions

Does the 2004 Dodge Stratus have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2004 Dodge Stratus, the most recent reported on June 2, 2015 (Air bags: frontal, passenger side, inflator module). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Dodge Stratus?: Owners have filed 144 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is suspension (38 complaints), followed by engine and engine cooling (22).
How many 2004 Dodge Stratus complaints mention a crash or fire?: 24 of 144 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 17 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received July 9, 2025.