Dodge Caravan oil consumption problems

Filed Mar 27, 2011 · Engine · 130,000 miles · TX

Front crank seal popped out causing oil to pour out.

Filed Jan 27, 2011 · 86,250 miles · TX

Front crankshaft seal pops out of place causing oil leak.chrysler memo says replace engine or install repair kit from chrysler.oil leak lead up to this problem being discovered.

Filed Aug 14, 2008 · Engine · 33,109 miles · MD

On 7/29/08 I drove my vehicle to a business meeting and noticed the oil light flashing on and off. When I was through with the meeting I checked my oil to see if it was low and found that it was, when I pulled out of the parking space I found a puddle of oil on the ground. I drove directly to monro-joppa rd. Shop to get it checked out and they found that the crank shaft had cracked and was causing oil to pour out of the car. The replaced all parts necessary and it cost me $737. One week later on 8/8/08 I drove to another business meeting and coming out to my car found that it was leaking again. I took it back to monro-joppa rd. And they found that it was the same problem. They went to schaefer & strominger to obtain a dodge part (crank shaft) and was told by the service man there that they have been seeing this problem with certain dodge cars. The mechanic from monro asked why haven't the cars been recalled. The dodge service man gave the mechanic from monro a paper with the solution number and what would need to happen if it continues. The next step if this problem is not corrected, would be to replace the engine. I was given a copy of this form as well. So far this problem has been repaired twice and I am concerned about it happening again and causing me to replace an engine on a 2 year old van.

Filed Jun 16, 2004 · Engine · PA

Consumer noticed engine consumed one quart of oil every week due to a oil leak from the crankshaft. Dealer was notified.

Filed Jan 8, 2004 · Engine · 69,000 miles · MD

Consumer noticed engine was consuming two quarts of oil every 1,000 miles. Also, oil was leaking through the head gasket.

Filed Apr 21, 2003 · Electrical · 120,000 miles · CA · fire

I purchased my vehicle used, and since then, the windshield wipers came on without warning, and at the oddest times. Also, my airbag light turned on and my horn stopped working because of it. Suddenly, about 3 months ago, the car started smoking. I took it to get it serviced and asked them to check the source of the smoking. The service men told me that it was because the vehicle was burning oil. I was told by other mechanics, after the fire that I describe below, that if the vehicle burns oil, the smoke would be temporary, and it would go away after it burns off. Well... It didn't, and this is what happened: on april 20th, I parked my car on the outdoor parking lot of the whole foods market, in glendale, ca. I heard an announcement over the pa, that there was an emergency in the south parking lot, and that everyone there should move their car. I was parked in the south lot. On the way out, a lady told me that there was a car on fire, and the fire dept was on its way. I continued on my way outside, and when I got to the parking lot, I saw that it was my vehicle. The fire did not burn through the firewall, but everything under the hood was destroyed. The fire dept from glendale, sent an arson investigator, since the car was parked and there had been some car fires in the area. Turns out, the arson investigator tells me, that the fire was caused by something electrical. The van did not overheat. Everything seemed fine, until the thing caught fire on sunday.

Filed May 3, 2002 · Engine · KS

Vehicle started leaking and burning oil. Took to dealer and dealer indicated head gaskets were blown.

Filed Mar 28, 2001 · Engine · CT

Engine made a banging noise in morning, like it was going to blowout. It sounded like no oil was in engine. Consumer used up to 1 quart every 900 miles. Consumer has been battling this problem for sometime. Dealer said problem involved valve sleeve. Consumer had to pay $3000 to get it fixed because manufacturer wouldn't honor warranty.*ak the engine problem occured while the vehicle was under warranty but the dealer waited until the warranty expired. The consumer pointed out replacing or repairing the engine out of pocket was very expensive.

Filed Dec 28, 2000 · Engine · MN

Engine pressure built up due a faulty pcv valve, causing oil to leak , also, crankshaft and valve cover to blow out. Dealer has repaired vehicle.

Filed Oct 4, 2000 · Engine, Transmission · PA

Gasket failed causing oil leak.