Dodge Stratus Generation 1 (1996–2001)
Dodge Stratus Generation 1 (1996–2001) — production years, market prices by model year, NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, and live listings for sale on VehiSales.
Dodge Stratus — body generations
| Generation | Produced | Facelift |
|---|---|---|
| Generation 1 | 1996–2001 | — |
| Generation 2 | 2002–2006 | — |
Vehicles within one generation share the same platform and body style.
Engines used in the Stratus
Engine families this model shipped with, by NHTSA VIN build data — each links to every model that shares it.
| Engine | Years in this model | Also used in | VIN builds ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dodge 2.4L 4-cylinder | 1995–2006 | 20 models | 42 |
Dodge Stratus fuel economy: every year & engine (EPA) →
About this generation
The Dodge Stratus is a mid-size car introduced by Dodge and Chrysler in December 1994, built on the four-door sedan Chrysler JA platform. Immediately recognized for its design and performance, the Stratus, alongside its platform mates, the Plymouth Breeze and Chrysler Cirrus, gained Car and Driver magazine's "Ten Best list" for 1996 and 1997. While initial critical acclaim was high, its ratings eventually declined.
Source: Wikipedia — Dodge Stratus, CC BY-SA.
Recalls & complaints by year (NHTSA)
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Most reported |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 7 | 292 | Engine And Engine Cooling, Service Brakes, Hydraulic |
| 1999 | 7 | 310 | Engine And Engine Cooling, Service Brakes, Steering |
| 2000 | 9 | 241 | Steering, Service Brakes, Electrical System |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.