Latches/locks/linkage Problems of Dodge Stratus

Dodge Stratus owners have reported 5 latches/locks/linkage related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 2 most common latches/locks/linkage problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's door latch (4 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's latches/locks/linkage (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Latches/locks/linkage related problems of Dodge Stratus

Problem Category Number of Problems
Door Latch problems
4
Latches/locks/linkage problems
1

Recently reported Latches/locks/linkage problems of Dodge Stratus

The Door Latch problem

Doors lock and unlock for no reason while driving. Consumer indicated this was a used vehicle, and has this problem since purchase of the vehicle. The consumer was backing out of the drivway when the back door on the drivers side came unlatched and opened.   Read details...

The Latches/locks/linkage problem

Plastic cover over driver door that controls the windows cracked and broke off causing the buttons to drop inside the door cavity. Went to dealer to get replacement part, told I had to order entire door cover as replacement for appox $800. Now the driver door will not close and latch shut.   Read details...




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