Steering Column Problems of Dodge Stratus

Tl- the contact owns a 1999 Dodge Stratus. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle a whining type noise was present coming from the steering column. The contact also indicated that while driving at various speeds the vehicle would suddenly stall and the check engine light had illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent dealer who was unable to the diagnose the cause of the failures. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 200,000. Jft.

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The contact owns a 2006 Dodge strauss. The contact was driving 65 mph as he noticed smoke emitting from the steering column. The headlights and blinkers failed yet there were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was shut off and the smoke vanished. The dealer advised that the multi-function switch within the steering column overheated and burned. The multi-function switch would need replacing yet the parts needed for the repair were on back order. The manufacturer was called and a complaint was filed. A representative was sent to inspect the vehicle and confirmed the failure. The manufacturer advised that they were awaiting a response from their legal department before proceeding with any type of repairs. The failure and current mileage was 40,000.

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I have had my car for a little over 3 years now. First it was the passenger side ball joint. Then a year later it was the ball joint on the driver side plus the control arm. Then it was the brakes and rotors. Then right after that I find out the ball joint I had just replaced on the passenger side needs replaced again! now my oil light comes on at idle after the engine has warmed up. Had the oil changed as always between 2000 and 3000 miles as I should. Had the oil sending unit replaced and still have a oil light on with a full engine of oil. Now my steering column just today made a cracking sound as I was backing up with the wheel turning to the left. Then the airbag light came on and wont go off. Now my steering is stiff. Talked to a mechanic and it is a safety issue.

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Driver would hear a rattling noise continuously when turning the steering wheel in either direction,left/right. Also, while driving at 10 mph, the rattling noise made a loud snap as if something inside the column was broken. However, the vehicle performance has not been effected. Also, the air bag light has come on and the horn and the cruise control is also inoperative. Provide further details.

When turning steering wheel to the left a popping sound was produced.