Issue ID | 707037 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10253979 |
Manufacurer | CHRYSLER LLC |
Brand | DODGE |
Model | STRATUS |
Model Year | 2003 |
File date | 05/01/09 |
Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Tl*the contact owns a 2003 dodge stratus. While driving approximately 35 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was able to safely maneuver the vehicle to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to a local repair shop and the mechanic stated that abnormal sludge in the engine caused the failure. The repair would cost approximately $4,000. The engine size was 2. 7l with six cylinders. The vehicle has not been repaired. He called the dealer and was referred to the manufacturer. The manufacturer did not assist. The failure and current mileages were 95,000. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 95000 |
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Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
City and State | MELROSE, MA |
VIN pattern | 1B3EL36T63NXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
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No. of injured persons | 0 |
No. of fatalities | 0 |
Date of purchase | 29/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Vehicle speed | 35 |
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