TSB List for the 2002 Dodge Stratus

Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 2002 Stratus are official communications between Dodge & their dealerships that describe processes for troubleshooting or fixing certain common problems. All vehicle manufacturers are required by U.S. law to make their TSBs available to the public.

  • STEERING
  • STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
  • STEERING:COLUMN
  • STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:POWER STEERING FLUID
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
  • POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
  • POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
  • POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
  • VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
  • VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR
  • VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
  • SEAT BELTS
  • STRUCTURE
  • STRUCTURE:BODY
  • STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
  • SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST
  • EQUIPMENT
  • EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
  • EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
  • EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
  • EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER
  • STEERING

    • TSB #1900805

      Date Announced:
      NOV 02, 2005
      NHTSA ID:
      #10017651

      REVISED POWER STEERING SYSTEM BLEEDING PROCEDURES. *SC Read More »

    • TSB #1900304

      Date Announced:
      AUG 27, 2004
      NHTSA ID:
      #10009785

      STEERING COLUMN CLICK SOUND. *TT Read More »

    STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR

    • TSB #1900402

      Date Announced:
      APR 29, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #634066

      SUBJECT REGARDING STEERING COLUMN CLICK SOUND. *SLC Read More »

    STEERING:COLUMN

    STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:POWER STEERING FLUID

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    • TSB #68332810

      Date Announced:
      SEP 07, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10223854

      Service - Four Piece Oil Pan Gasket All Cummins Equipped Vehicles ONLY - The replacement oil pan gasket can be a four piece gasket rather than a single piece gasket. This applies to Cummins 5.9L and 6.7L engines only. Installation: 1. Read More »

    • TSB #R2118796A

      Date Announced:
      FEB 26, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10191460

      Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling. Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

    • TSB #0901104

      Date Announced:
      APR 27, 2004
      NHTSA ID:
      #10006892

      INCORRECT OIL FILTER USAGE. ALSO INCLUDES 2005 SEBRING AND STRATUS. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #0900704

      Date Announced:
      MAR 02, 2004
      NHTSA ID:
      #10006455

      IRREGULAR ENGINE SNAPPING SOUND. *TT Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE

    • TSB #1802701

      Date Announced:
      NOV 23, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #628186

      SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT MODERATE TO SEVERE HIGH WAY SPEED 45-60 MPH VEHICLE SURGE. *TT Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM

    • TSB #0700202

      Date Announced:
      FEB 04, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #629131

      A VEHICLE MAY EXHIBIT LOW OR NO CABIN HEAT, ENGINE OVERHEATING AND / OR COOLANT BOTTLE DAMAGE AFTER SERVICE HAS BEEN PERFORMED ON THE ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #0700202

      Date Announced:
      FEB 04, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #629133

      SUBJECT REGARDING LOW OR NO CABIN HEAD, ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM SYSTEM FILL PROCEDURE. *TT Read More »

    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP

    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

    • TSB #0803006

      Date Announced:
      AUG 25, 2006
      NHTSA ID:
      #10021239

      POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION. *KB Read More »

    • TSB #2100903

      Date Announced:
      OCT 02, 2005
      NHTSA ID:
      #10003524

      AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TEARDOWN PROCEDURE. VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING THE 2004 RAM TRUCK, DURANGO, SEBRING CONVERTIBLE, CHEROKEE, VISION, NEON, AND VOYAGER. *TT *SC Read More »

    • TSB #2100102

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #635719

      SOME VEHICLES MAY HAVE A TRANSAXLE THAT WILL NOT MOVE OR SLIPS IN REVERSE OR FIRST GEAR. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #2100601

      Date Announced:
      MAR 16, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #621898

      AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE ATF+4. *TT *MJ Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

    • TSB #0801505

      Date Announced:
      MAR 02, 2005
      NHTSA ID:
      #10013731

      POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION. *SC Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY

    • TSB #02020

      Date Announced:
      OCT 23, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #10000329

      DELAYED TRANSAXLE ENGAGEMENT AFTER INITIAL START UP. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #27

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #10000330

      THE TRANSAXLE LOW/REVERSE ACCUMULATOR COVER O-RING ON CERTAIN VEHICLES MAY BECOME DISLODGED. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #02012

      Date Announced:
      AUG 21, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #635706

      SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A SLIPPING OR NO DRIVE CONDITION IN REVERSE OR FIRST GEAR. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #02012

      Date Announced:
      AUG 05, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #635704

      SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A SLIPPING OR NO DRIVE CONDITION IN REVERSE OR FIRST GEAR. *TT Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    • TSB #08-049-20

      Date Announced:
      APR 22, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10175735

      Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are ... Read More »

    • TSB #1802802

      Date Announced:
      AUG 04, 2005
      NHTSA ID:
      #10016602

      MIL ILLUMINATION - MISFIRE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTCS) P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #1801405

      Date Announced:
      MAR 25, 2005
      NHTSA ID:
      #10013716

      FLASH: MIL ILLUMINATION DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC/DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE) P0300, P0301, P0302, P0302, P0303, P0304, P0305, P0306-COLD START MISFIRE. *SC Read More »

    • TSB #0800303A

      Date Announced:
      OCT 27, 2004
      NHTSA ID:
      #10001517

      SENTRY KEY - KEY IMMOBILIZER SECURITY SYSTEM. *TT THIS BULLETIN REPLACES 08-003-03 REV A. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #0802804

      Date Announced:
      AUG 03, 2004
      NHTSA ID:
      #10009791

      INTERMITTENT LOSS OF ACCESSORIES (IG1 CIRCUIT) ON INITIAL VEHICLE START. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #080403

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2003
      NHTSA ID:
      #10003996

      CONTROL SOLENOIDS FAILURE IN VACUUM HARNESS TURBOCHARGED ENGINES DUE TO OPEN CIRCUIT. 2001 - 2003 CIRRUS ALSO INCLUDED. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #0800702

      Date Announced:
      MAR 25, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #634087

      SUBJECT REGARDING REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *SLC Read More »

    • TSB #02001

      Date Announced:
      JAN 08, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #629168

      RAPID RESPONSE TRANSMITAL REGARDING CONSOLE 12V POWER OUTLET INOPERATIVE. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #0802601

      Date Announced:
      DEC 14, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #628328

      SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A FLICKERING TRIP COMPUTER AND/OR RADIO DISPLAY, INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATION, AND/OR OVERHEAD/DOME LIGHTS. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #0802001

      Date Announced:
      SEP 28, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #631779

      SUBJECT REGARDING REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY AND IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM CHANGES. *SLC Read More »

    • TSB #0801701

      Date Announced:
      SEP 21, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #625620

      SUBJECT REGARDING SAFETY SYSTEMS - VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS / REPAIR. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #0801001

      Date Announced:
      MAY 25, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #620059

      SUBJECT REGARDING AIRBAG / CLOCK SPRING SERVICE FOR VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2002 MODEL YEAR JEEP LIBERTY. *TT Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER

    • TSB #9004275

      Date Announced:
      JUL 22, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10221686

      KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. Read More »

    • TSB #9004275

      Date Announced:
      JUL 22, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10229256

      KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. Read More »

    VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR

    • TSB #2301403

      Date Announced:
      JUN 06, 2003
      NHTSA ID:
      #10002048

      WHEN CYCLING DOOR GLASS UP AND DOWN, A CLICKING NOISE CAN BE HEARD WHEN THE WINDOW TRAVEL CHANGES DIRECTION ON VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING THE 2004 SEBRING SEDAN AND SEBRING CONVERTIBLE. *TT Read More »

    VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR

    • TSB #2301502

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #634077

      SUBJECT REGARDING OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR GLASS REPLACEMENT. *SLC Read More »

    • TSB #2302701

      Date Announced:
      SEP 21, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #625650

      SUBJECT REGARDING OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR GLASS REPLACEMENT. *TT Read More »

    VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

    • TSB #2401001

      Date Announced:
      AUG 31, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #625582

      EXPERIENCING HONK OR FOG HORN SOUND COMING FROM THE A/C EXPANSION VALVE. *TT Read More »

    SEAT BELTS

    • TSB #0801003

      Date Announced:
      APR 25, 2003
      NHTSA ID:
      #10001520

      SEAT BELT CINCH BAR SERVICE FOR VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2004 MODELS. *TT Read More »

    STRUCTURE

    • TSB #23-015-20

      Date Announced:
      APR 30, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10175743

      Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19 Read More »

    • TSB #31-006-19

      Date Announced:
      NOV 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10169245

      Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage. Read More »

    • TSB #31-005-19

      Date Announced:
      NOV 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10169249

      Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts. Read More »

    • TSB #3100619

      Date Announced:
      NOV 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10220097

      Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage. Read More »

    • TSB #3100519

      Date Announced:
      NOV 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10220101

      Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts. Read More »

    • TSB #3100319

      Date Announced:
      NOV 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10220099

      Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts. Read More »

    • TSB #9002849

      Date Announced:
      SEP 03, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10220995

      Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. Read More »

    STRUCTURE:BODY

    • TSB #2301203

      Date Announced:
      SEP 24, 2004
      NHTSA ID:
      #10002404

      POP/CLUNK SOUND FROM FRONT OF VEHICLE. *TT THIS BULLETIN SUPERSEDES BULLETIN 23-012-03 DATED 05/23/2004. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #2303204

      Date Announced:
      SEP 02, 2004
      NHTSA ID:
      #10010491

      POWER SEAT WILL NOT ADJUST. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #2301701

      Date Announced:
      JUL 20, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #620936

      SUBJECT REGARDING WATER LEAK INFORMATION. *TT Read More »

    STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

    • TSB #2300102

      Date Announced:
      JAN 11, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #629159

      SUBJECT REGARDING FRONT DOOR TRIM PANEL RETENTION/WARPED ALONG BELT LINE CONDITION. *TT Read More »

    SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST

    • TSB #2302801A

      Date Announced:
      NOV 23, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #628198

      ON SOME VEHCLES, THE POWER SEAT HAS SLIGHT FORE/AFT MOVEMENT MOST NOTICEABLE DURING ACCELERATION OR BRAKING. *TT Read More »

    EQUIPMENT

    • TSB #23-015-20

      Date Announced:
      APR 30, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10175743

      Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19 Read More »

    • TSB #08-049-20

      Date Announced:
      APR 22, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10175735

      Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are ... Read More »

    • TSB #31-003-19

      Date Announced:
      NOV 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10169247

      Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts. Read More »

    • TSB #31-005-19

      Date Announced:
      NOV 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10169249

      Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts. Read More »

    • TSB #3100619

      Date Announced:
      NOV 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10220097

      Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage. Read More »

    • TSB #9002849

      Date Announced:
      SEP 03, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10220995

      Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. Read More »

    • TSB #2400204

      Date Announced:
      JUL 30, 2004
      NHTSA ID:
      #10009729

      AIR CONDITIONER AND HEATER PERFORMANCE. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #1801201

      Date Announced:
      MAY 25, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #620066

      SUBJECT REGARDING GENERIC SCAN TOOL (GST), PUBLICATION NO. 81-170-00008 PROVIDED WITH THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TO PROVIDE REFERENCE INFORMATION WHEN USING GENERIC SCAN TOOL ON OBDII VEHICLES. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

    • TSB #0801601

      Date Announced:
      AUG 03, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #623312

      INFORMATION REGARDING VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH RADIOS WILL HAVE A NEW LOCKING RADIO ANTENNA CONNECTOR. *SLC Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

    • TSB #06

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2003
      NHTSA ID:
      #10001105

      ENGINE VACUUM HOSE ROUTING LABEL REPLACEMENT. *TT Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

    • TSB #9002519

      Date Announced:
      MAR 20, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10129008

      82212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington ... Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

    • TSB #2401305

      Date Announced:
      AUG 04, 2005
      NHTSA ID:
      #10016603

      AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) COOLING COIL ODOR. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #2400105

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2005
      NHTSA ID:
      #10012801

      BLOWER MOTOR DOES NOT RUN ON EVERY SPEED. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #2400103

      Date Announced:
      MAR 28, 2003
      NHTSA ID:
      #10002287

      WINDOWS MAY BEGIN TO FOG WHEN THE HVAC IS IN FLOOR MODE. *TT Read More »

    UNKNOWN OR OTHER

    • TSB #1802002

      Date Announced:
      JUN 24, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #634272

      FLASH PROGRAMMING FAILURE RECOVERY. *SLC Read More »

    • TSB #2302302

      Date Announced:
      JUN 10, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #633939

      SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE THE VINYL SURFACE OF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL BEING DAMAGED OR BLEMISHED. *SLC Read More »

    • TSB #2200102

      Date Announced:
      MAR 11, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #634082

      CHROME WHEEL CARE. *SLC Read More »

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