2002 Dodge Stratus
US · Compact Cars
The 2002 Dodge Stratus is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 2.4L 4-cylinder (SOHC), 3.0L 6-cylinder (SOHC), 3.0L 6-cylinder (SOHC FFS), 2.4L 4-cylinder, 2.7L 6-cylinder
- Power
- Not available
- Torque
- Not available
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Seating
- Not available
Key Performance & Dimensions
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 2.4L 4-cylinder (SOHC), 3.0L 6-cylinder (SOHC), 3.0L 6-cylinder (SOHC FFS), 2.4L 4-cylinder, 2.7L 6-cylinder | |
| Displacement | 2.4 L to 3.0 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 to 6 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Not available from our sources: Aspiration, Power, Torque.
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual | |
| Gears | 4 to 5 | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) |
Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.
Trims and configurations
12 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
- 2.4L · FWD · 4-speed automatic
- 2.4L · FWD · 5-speed manual
- 3.0L · FWD · 4-speed automatic
- 3.0L · FWD · 4-speed automatic
- 3.0L · FWD · 4-speed automatic
- 3.0L · FWD · 4-speed automatic
- 3.0L · FWD · 5-speed manual
- 3.0L · FWD · 5-speed manual
- Stratus 4 Door · 2.4L · FWD · 4-speed automatic
- Stratus 4 Door · 2.7L · FWD · 4-speed automatic
- Stratus 4 Door · 2.7L · FWD · 4-speed automatic
- Stratus 4 Door · 2.7L · FWD · 5-speed manual
Recalls
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked October 18, 2026.
16V401000: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2001-2002 Chrysler Sebring and Dodge Stratus vehicles, equipped with beige interiors. The affected vehicles were previously repaired for a recall issue using an incorrect part. The incorrect part may not prevent the passenger side sun visor from detaching if the passenger frontal air bag deploys and the passenger side…
Remedy: Chrysler will notify the affected owners. Dealers will install the correct tether strap to retain the passenger sun visor, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2016, owners will be sent a second email when parts are available.…
Reported June 3, 2016. View on NHTSA
15V338000: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2000-2005 Eclipse vehicles manufactured April 5, 1999, to December 17, 2004, 2001-2005 Eclipse Spyder vehicles manufactured January 19, 2000, to March 18, 2005, 2001-2005 Chrysler Sebring vehicles manufactured April 17, 2000, to February 21, 2005, and 2001-2005 Dodge Stratus vehicles manufactured April 17, 2000, to…
Remedy: MMNA will notify their owners, and Chrysler will notify the Chrysler and Dodge owners. Dealers will install a tether strap to retain the passenger sun visor, free of charge. The recall began on July 20, 2015. Owners may contact MMNA…
Reported June 2, 2015. View on NHTSA
10E059000: 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.
Remedy: FEDERAL-MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND REPLACE THE AFFECTED CONTROL ARMS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 28, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FEDERAL-MOGUL AT 1-877-489-6659.
Reported December 27, 2010. View on NHTSA
09E056000: 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…
Remedy: QUALIS AUTOMOTIVE WILL REPLACE THE BALL JOINTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 9, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT QUALIS AUTOMOTIVE AT 1-800-493-4128.
Reported October 9, 2009. View on NHTSA
09E025000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Remedy: DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.
Reported May 11, 2009. View on NHTSA
07E023000: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
CERTAIN CARDONE MASTER CYLINDERS WITH PART NUMBERS 10-2925, 10-2987, 10-2987MZA, 10-3083, 11-3015, 11-3042, 11-3044, 11-3045, 11-3047, 11-3064, AND 11-3156, AND WITH DATE CODES LOWER THAN DCA7078 SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE SEAL ON MASTER CYLINDER CAN FAIL AND LEAK BRAKE FLUID.
Remedy: CARDONE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE ANY DEFECTIVE MASTER CYLINDERS. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING APRIL 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT CARDONE AT 1-800-777-4780.
Reported March 29, 2007. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 18, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 18, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 18, 2026
Data verified: October 18, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
Related vehicles
- 2001 Dodge Stratus
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 3.0L 6-cylinder, 2.4L 4-cylinder, 2.7L 6-cylinder · FWD
23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) - 2003 Dodge Stratus
Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Flex fuel
Varies by configuration: 2.4L 4-cylinder (SOHC), 3.0L 6-cylinder (SOHC), 2.4L 4-cylinder, 2.7L 6-cylinder, 2.7L 6-cylinder (FLEX-FUEL) · FWD
24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2002 Dodge Stratus have?
Varies by configuration: 2.4L 4-cylinder (SOHC), 3.0L 6-cylinder (SOHC), 3.0L 6-cylinder (SOHC FFS), 2.4L 4-cylinder, 2.7L 6-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2002 Dodge Stratus?
Combined fuel economy is 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2002 Dodge Stratus front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: FWD.
Are there recalls for the 2002 Dodge Stratus?
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked October 18, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.