Front Suspension Lower Ball Joint problems of the 2003 Dodge Stratus

Two problems related to front suspension lower ball joint have been reported for the 2003 Dodge Stratus. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2003 Dodge Stratus based on all problems reported for the 2003 Stratus.

1 Front Suspension Lower Ball Joint problem

Failure Date: 11/01/2007

The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Stratus. Within a period of 4 years, the ball joints and lower control arm were replaced a total of 3 times. Recently, she was advised the ball joints and lower control arm would need to be replaced a 4th time. The manufacturer was contacted and advised they would not assist due to high mileage of the vehicle. The vehicle was outside of factory warranty. The failure mileage was 86,000 and the current was 120,000.

2 Front Suspension Lower Ball Joint problem

Failure Date: 12/07/2005

The contact stated while driving felt a slight bump while turning the wheels. He took the vehicle to a dealership, where they found it was the right side lower ball joints that where worn out. Repairs will be made at the contact's expense.


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