I am in the process of compiling all information on the repairs we have done on the neon. I have decided to wait until I have all the facts, from the first time we had the air conditioning repaired to the recent $900+ repair of the computer and the two-week-old problem with the sheets of peeling paint. The unbelievable paint peeling is inexcusable and was also the last straw. I will be filing a lengthy complaint shortly
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Brought car in for repair of severe oil leak at engine rear. Dodge dealer advises that it was a leaking head gasket (blown head gasket) on 1998 neon with approximately 46,463 miles on the odometer. Could not reach chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑922‑1997 (stays busy); dealer refused to warrant work even though cause of problem was apparently a design/latent defect in the aluminum head. Vehicle purchased new 5/21/98. Internet reveals numerous other people have had similar problems. Fortunately, the car didn't break down and cause injuries, fataliites or property damage. A manufacturer and dealers should stand by their products. It cost me $636.94 to "repair" something that the dealer would not warrant because of apparent design/latent defect (damage allegedly required purchase and installation of new cylinder head to properly repair (at my expense) and I told them "no way"; its their problem, not mine).
Consumer noticed oil leaking from head gasket. Vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who replaced the head gasket and the head bolts.
Car overheated eventhough there were plenty of coolant. Thick smoke coming out of the hood so I shut off the engine and cruised to a stop. I did not want the engine to catch fire. Mechanic said that it was a blown head gasket and that it was a common problem with the neon. Why was there not a recall. Does someone have to get injured before there is one. I called chrysler and they nicely said that my warranty had expired. If this was defective to start with, the warranty should cover the cost of repairs. Thank you for listening. Bc
Head gasket failure as well as other oil leaks on 98 dodge neon.
Head gasket is blown on car that has only 38000 miles.
The head gasket is blown. This is the second 1998 neon I have owned that has had to have the head gasket replaced.
The driver noticed oil all over the driveway. The dealer stated that vehicle was no longer under warranty, and they would not look at it. *ak *scc
Vehicle was parked in the driveway and oil was leaking from underneath the hood area. Consumer drove the vehicle to the dealership for analysis.
Vehicle was taken to the dealership for an oil change and mechanic found that cylinder head gasket was leaking oil, and must be replaced.
Bad head gaskets due to flawed design.
Blown head gasket due to design flaw.
Consumer states that there is a rattle noise coming from the vehicle when accelerating. Took to dealer and dealer says the oil pan gasket is deffective.
Head gasket blew at 60,000 miles. Fortunately, my cousin is a claims adjuster for an extended warranty group. I was told to go to chrysler and remind them of the others that they have reimbursed for these damages and it worked. Chrysler paid for the repairs, all though it was not easy. I got the run around and an ear full of lies. But, in the end they paid. Don't take no for an answer. They have to fix it.
1998, neon sport head gasket oil leak on driver's side (needs to be recalled. This is a problem that dodge is very aware of but refuse sto fix at their expense.
Took car to mechanic and was told head gasket was bad and there has been a lot of problems with this car and head gaskets.
While traveling on the highway and without prior warning vehicle was leaking oil from underneath. Engine head gasket blewout.
Noticed oil leaking from under vehicle while traveling at highway speed, vehicle overheated.
The head gasket on my 1998 neon is no good and has leaked oil into my cooling system. It will cost me over a $1000 to fix it. I have learned this is a common defect on my car which I bought new in 1998. The company should be made aware of this design defect. Thank you. Mary anne cordalis.
While driving the head gasket blew and caused oil to leak. The dealer was notified.
After driving my neon for about a year, I am finding the same problems as other owners are having. Item number one, the sun roof has just been repaired. The last item is the most important. The head gasket problem has arrived. From what I am learning, chrysler is and has been receiving a number of complaints on this problem for some time. The cost in the repair is something that chrysler does not want to bear. Instead will continue to pass it on to it's customers. I own two other chrysler products that are much newer and they too are troublesome.
Blown head gasket with only 60,000+ miles on car got it used and have only had for 1 year 6 months. Actually problem occurred in january 2003. Oil draining from around oil filter. Had replaced filter and oil still draining around filter area. Took shop a while to find problem but, then said the head gasket needed to be replaced and repaired. April was when it got into a shop, but car had sat from january until april.
The head gasket seal and the right rear oil seal leaked. The mechanic stated that this has been a problem in many dodge neons. *mr *scc
The head gasket cylinder was defective. * mr engine oil leaked at the rear corner of the cylinder head because the passage seal failed. The dealer replaced the factory gasket with a chrysler newly developed multi-layer steal cylinder head gasket. The consumer requested reimbursement. Scc
Our 1998 dodge neon has blown the head gasket 3 times in the past 3 years. The last 2 times have been with in the last 2 months.
While driving to work one morning I checked my temperature gauge and realized my temp was extremely hot. Then there was a cloud of smoke rolling from under my hood. Being 50 miles from home and knowing this area too well I was very happy to see a county sheriff pull up behind me and offer me a ride to work. My car stayed on the side of the highway for 12 hours until I could get some one trust to come and tow it the 50 miles back home. The car sat for a while until I could save the money to bet it repaired. It was not easy to continue to pay a monthly loan payment on a car that was not drivable. Finally when we got the money I called a local and cheap mechanic to see what the problem was. A blown head gasket that in return caused oil to contaminate the radiator. It was only after speaking to my cousin who is a claims adjustor for a national extended warranty co. Did I realized that I could get "assistance" through chrysler to fix my car. I had to fight tooth and nail to get them to agree that this was an ongoing problem with this car. Finally eight months later my car is in the dealership getting repaired at only 50% of the cost at my expense. If you have this problem, contact the chrysler corporation office in michigan and tell them you want a district rep to come to your dealership and determine how much "assistance" they will provide you. Do not take no for an answer. They will pay for partial repairs.
The head gasket leaked oil, the dealer replaced it, however the problem recurred.
Consumer is having problems with the seal of the crankshaft which is leaking. Dealer has been notified. Please provide any further information. Ph
Consumer stated that while driving and without warning the head gasket blew causing the vehicle to overheat and die out.ts
1998 dodge neon hs 2 door model has had an oil leak for approx. 6 months. Took it to the shop today and was told it was a blown head gasket. Shop owner told me of 4 other neons he has had to service for the same blown head gasket and that neon owners are lucky if their car hits 40,000 miles without this problem. I know 2 other people with neons and they have had this problem also. I was told this would cost me 550.00 to fix. It is in the process of being fixed right now, but I feel a recall needs to be done to solve this.
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