Timing belt, front suspension recurring problems (rattles, etc.), brakes, engine noise (knocks already!), fuel injectors whine, alternator fell off of the engine.
I would not give this car to my worst enemy! My 1986 Olds had 187,000 miles on it when the engine finally gave out.. that car ran better than this one! The shop has this car more than I do! I am looking to get rid of this car ASAP! Do not buy one of these cars!!
I found this review, and found it very close to my experience with an identical Stratus. So far the following has been done:
- Timing belt replaced (circa 30,000 miles., still under warranty)
- Major front end work (50,000 miles.)
- Thermostat replaced (had broken in half) (50,000 miles.) - Head gasket replaced (51,000 miles.)
- Starter replaced (70,000 miles.)
The car now has around 86,000 miles on it, and is not running correctly. It has a constant clicking noise when running (sounds like a valve hitting), the auto tranny knocks when down-shifting to 1st, and it idles very rough, not to mention that it doesn't perform how it used to. It also is getting closer to needing more front end work, as it is knocking again, and the steering wheel is loose again.
I'm glad that I can drive a '74 VW Beetle now - much more reliable.<g>
This car has been nothing put a noisy ride and problems from the start. I am a single mother, it is Christmas time, my EXTENDED warranty just expired and I have put $2000 in my car the last 2 weeks! Take the advise and do not buy one!
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