Nonsense...they did not pass along any story of Mary's sinlessness.
As for the title of Co-Redemptrix; it is simply a statement of the fact that Mary was an active participant
No, "co" implies equality whenever it is used (as in co-ruler or co-op or co-sign). "Co" never implies simply an aide.
Yes, she was a participant in God's plan as was Abraham. But he is not considered a co-redemptrix. That was a very unfortunate term for the RCC to assign a created woman.
You might want to check out the work and writings of Marcus Grodi.
AS I said before, far be it from me to assign any limits to God's generosity, or to assume that He cannot do what He means to do.