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Dodge Stratus repairs by problem area

Engine (33%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (13%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (29%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)

Other (15%)

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Dodge Stratus electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (8%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (17%)

$100 - $499 (58%)

< $100 (17%)

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Chart based on 12 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

20000 mi	Clock spring replaced to fix inoperative steering wheel mounted stereo controls. Traveller/mini trip computer flashed in attempt to stop it from resetting.
115442 mi US $194	Cruise inoperative. Traced to bad ground under brake master cylinder and Stop Light Switch
137059 mi US $102	Heater/cooling fan only worked on high speed. Replaced blower motor resistor.
208129 mi US $512	Reverse lights not working, traced to wiring. Not fixed. Car was ready same day. The battery was low resulting in no start condition. Alternator was overcharging battery. Battery and alternator replaced. The battery was low resulting in no start condition. Alternator was overcharging battery. Battery and alternator replaced.
223600 mi US $95	AC blows cool, then becomes warm. Recharged. Problem still exists.

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51000 mi US $450	A/C compressor failed
53000 mi US $240	Replace noisy ac/heater fan motor Low speed fan setting would not work.
57000 mi US $280	Rear seat power window regulator failed and was replaced by repair shop.
61500 mi US $3100	Replaced A/C compressor and expansion valve Repair power door locks. Failure to lock. Replaced starter