2006 Dodge Stratus

$1,700
from
9
listings
$2K–$5K
price range
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Low$1,700
High$5,291
From$1,700
Avg Mileage97,222 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 9 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

2006 Dodge Stratus Trims

All Trims Combined
From$1,700
$2K–$5K
9 listings97,222 avg miles
SXT
From$990
17 listings|$990–$8K

2006 Dodge Stratus Pricing

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Dodge Stratus Safety & Reliability

Elevated

With 2 recalls and 74 complaints, the 2006 Dodge Stratus rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

2
Recalls
74
Complaints
19
Crashes
3
Fires
Recall Findings
09E0560002009-09-10
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT

QUALIS AUTOMOTIVE IS RECALLING CERTAIN AFTERMARKET BALL JOINTS SOLD FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE SOCKET MAY HAVE BEEN EXCESSIVELY HARDENED WHICH COULD CAUSE IT TO CRACK NEAR THE RETAINING RING GROOVE ALLOWING THE BALL STUD TO SEPARATE UNDER IMPACT LOAD. THE SUBJECT BALL JOINTS WERE SOLD AS FOUR PART NUMBERS, D10945, D10946, G10945, AND G10946. THE AFFECTED CONTROL ARMS, D10945 AND D10946, ARE STAMPED WITH THE FOLLOWING DATES ON THE BALL JOINTS: 134308, 135708, 100109, 102709, 104109, 105509, 107609, 108909, 110309, 113209, AND 116609. THE G10945 AND G10946 ARE THE SAME PART AS THE D10945 AND D10946 RESPECTIVELY. THEY ARE LABELED DIFFERENTLY DEPENDING ON THE AFTERMARKET CUSTOMER.

SEPARATION OF THE BALL STUD FROM THE SOCKET OF THE BALL JOINT HOUSING WOULD ALLOW THE CONTROL ARM TO COLLAPSE AND THE WHEEL TO FOLD IN CAUSING LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.

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10E0590002010-27-12
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM

FEDERAL-MOGUL IS RECALLING CERTAIN REPLACEMENT CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLIES, PART NUMBERS K7425, 10945, FA4510X, K7427, 10946, AND FA4611X, SOLD FOR USE ON VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE BALL JOINT ON THE CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY CAN FAIL CAUSING THE BALL STUD TO WEAR THROUGH THE CONTROL ARM HOUSING RESULTING IN NOISE AND/OR SEPARATION OF THE BALL STUD FROM THE HOUSING.

IF THERE IS A SEPARATION OF THE BALL STUD FROM THE HOUSING, THE DRIVER CAN LOOSE STEERING CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2006 Dodge Stratus's biggest weak point? ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. It leads 74 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Engine And Engine Cooling10
02Suspension9
03Air Bags8
04Electrical System5
05Engine4
74 total across 1 model years (2006–2006)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Dodge Stratus Fuel Economy

21–22mpg combined
·
19-20city
·
25-27hwy
·
$3,050-$3,200/yr

Fuel economy for the 2006 Dodge Stratus ranges from 21 to 22 MPG combined across 3 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Stratus 4 Door - Automatic 4-spd
22mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
20 city27 hwy~$3,050/yr-1/10 Poor
Stratus 4 Door - Automatic 4-spd
21mpg
2.7L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city25 hwy~$3,200/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2006 Dodge Stratus

9States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Michigan (20%), but the remaining listings are spread across 8 other states nationwide.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2006.

2006 Dodge Stratus Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2006 Dodge Stratus a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2006 Dodge Stratus. There are 2 recalls to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2006 Dodge Stratus?

NHTSA shows 2 recall campaigns for the 2006 Dodge Stratus. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 2006 Dodge Stratus?

You'll get between 21 and 22 MPG combined from the 2006 Dodge Stratus, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2006 Dodge Stratus?

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING problems top the list with 74 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.

How does the 2006 compare to other Dodge Stratus years?

The 2006 sits at a specific point in the Dodge Stratus lifecycle. The model overview compares all years side by side.

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