Gasoline Fuel System Related Problems of the 1997 Dodge Stratus

Table 1 shows six common gasoline fuel system related problems of the 1997 Dodge Stratus. The number one most common problem is related to the tank filler pipe and cap (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the fuel hoses lines/piping and fittings (two problems).

Table 1. Gasoline Fuel System related problems of Dodge Stratus


Recently reported Gasoline Fuel System problems of the 1997 Dodge Stratus

The Tank Filler Pipe And Cap problem

While inserting fueling nozzle into tank fill - plastic housing around tank fill just inside fill door collapsed into body of vehicle with nozzle and drivers hand while refueling vehicle.   Read details...

The Fuel Hoses Lines/piping And Fittings problem

The contact owns a 1997 Dodge Stratus. The contact stated that the fuel filler hose was loose and would not keep fuel in the vehicle. The vehicle was not inspected by a dealer nor repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and they offered no assistance.   Read details...

The Tank Assembly problem

Dealership found a leak during my inspection. Need to make an appointment for repairs. Decided to research this problem since my father-in-law had the same problem with his Stratus. I found many problems listed by others, which led to this report being filed.   Read details...


Gasoline Fuel System related problems in other Dodge Stratus model year vehicles:



Fuel Economy of Stratus Vehicles
Stratus Service Bulletins
Stratus Safety Recalls
Stratus Defect Investigations