CarComplaints.com Notes: The Dodge Stratus, Intrepid & other Chrysler sedans are infamous for oil sludge problems with the 2.7L V6 engine. If someone offers to sell you a 2.7L V6 model, it's only worth the price of the scrap metal it's going to shortly turn into.
NOTE: Only the 2.7L V6 has the oil sludge problem. Our "Avoid like the Plague" designation is ONLY for models with the 2.7L V6 engine. All other available engines are very reliable with no major problems.
Even with regular maintenance, the oil sludge defect eventually destroys the 2.7L engine typically around 80,000-100,000 miles. The only true fix we know about is to put in the larger 3.2L engine, which has a great reputation.
This issue was never deemed a safety defect by the Feds, so there was no recall. In the end, Chrysler got away with FOUR YEARS worth of defective 2.7L V6 engines in their sedans.
4.5
definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
24,606 miles
About These NHTSA Complaints:
This data is from the NHTSA — the US gov't agency tasked with vehicle safety. Complaints are spread across multiple & redundant categories, & are not organized by problem.
So how do you find out what problems are occurring? For this NHTSA complaint data, the only way is to read through the comments below. Any duplicates or errors? It's not us.
: the contact stated that a squeaking noise was heard coming from the rear passenger brake area and the brake pedal depressed all the way to the floor. The first incident occurred at 35 mph during dry and clear road conditions. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop on 03/15/06 where a brake kit, and brake shoes were installed. However, the brake problems persisted. On 03/20/06, the vehicle was taken back to an independent repair shop who determined that the vehicle's brakes solenoids were broken. The brakes were replaced and a new brake kit and solenoid were installed on 04/25/06. The brake problem still persisted. The vehicle's brakes were also re-done on 05/09/06. After each repairs at the independent repair shop, the brake problem recurred therefore the vehicle was taken to the dealer on 06/28/06. The dealer determined that nothing was wrong with the vehicle. The contact has repair invoices and failed parts available.
I have been purchasing brake pads every six months. There is a loud squeaking noise on the brakes. I have reviewed recalls, but nothing has been replaced. I have not received any letters concerning the recalls. The two recalls are 99V244000 (hydraulic:lines) and 00V196000 (hydraulic lines). Jim burke Buick needs to repair whatever needs to be done. Something is wrong with my brakes, but I am not quite sure.
Consumer refuses to take vehicle to original dealer for recall 99V-244 of the brake tube because he believes he was charged for recent brake parts that were not replaced. Nlm
Consumer refuses to take vehicle to original dealer for recall 99V-244 of the brake tube because he believes he was charged for recent brake parts that were not replaced. Nlm
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