Head gasket and oil pan gasket failures. Vehicle taken to an independent repair shop for repairs. Currently, a transmission rear gasket failure occurred, causing fluid leakage. Dealer was notified at this time. *ak the dealer was unwilling to do repair because the vehicle had been at independent repair shop earlier.
1998 Dodge Neon engine complaints
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Vehicle was leaking oil for about 3-4 weeks. Consumer called dealer, and they knew exactly what problem was. It seemed to be a common problem that hasn't reached an investigation.
Engine head gasket failure at 57,000 miles. Factory changed gasket at ass'y plants in late 1998, however, mine was built in april 1998 with original faulty design. This design flaw is common and should trigger a recall.
Head gasket failure then head replaced because it was pitted.
Blown head gasket.
Replaced blown head gasket.... New gasket was of superior quality and design than original. The manufacturer obviously redesigned it due to a faulty original design.
Engine head gaskets has developed a leak which could cause vehicle to completely shutdown. Please give any further details.
The 1998 dodge neon that I bought has been nothing but a problem. Along with numerous, and I do mean numerous electrical problems, the head gasket has blown twice. And as we all know they are not cheap to replace. Dodge should be made to reimburse all such problems.
Blown head gasket caused oil leak at 33k miles. Nlm
Head gasket failure at 40000 mi. Spring sleeves replaced at 500 mi, failed around 3000 mi.
Whenever putting oil in to gas tank it will leak right to the ground. Mechanic told consumer that head gasket was shot, and needed to be replaced. There is a service bulletin on problem.
Faulty head gasket at only 54,400 miles seems odd for a 1998 vechicle. I bought it used in nashville and on the first oil change an oil leak problem was descovered and fixed via warenty. This may be the same component.
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After numerous oil changes, engine check light suddenly started flashing while on expressway and car lurched, then shut down completely. At dealership I was informed that engine threw a rod through the oil pan. I'm convinced this is related to the numerous complaints of the head gasket in the engine, since they all seem to have oil leaks in common.
Vehicle experiencing oil leakages. Taken to dealer, and informed that 2.0l engine had a head gasket failure, and vehicle was out of its warranty. Not covered under manufacturer's recall.
My neon has been repaired for spark plugs, engine misfires, check engine light triggered, brakes are very noisy but according to dealership-need no replacement, sunroof repaired twice; it fell off track and wouldn't shut in the middle of winter, recently the head gasket is leaking; windows leak air, oxygen sensor needed repair, warranty has paid for itself plus more.....I am waiting for the next problem.
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Head gasket failure @ 65000 miles thats bogus.
Engine's headgasket was leaking oil. The cost of the replacement of the headgasket was $544.88. I got it replaced by norwood dodge. I firmly believe that the headgasket was defective, and that the government should order chrysler to issue a recall. Thank you for your assistance
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While driving head gasket malfunctioned, causing engine problems, and vehicle overheating and stalling unexpectedly which may result in a crash. Common problem. Please provide further information.
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Head gasket failure with very low mileage, seems to be a common problem with this vehicle from researching the internet.
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Replacement of head gasket with only 19k miles.
Head cylinder gasket failure leaving only one quart of oil in engine ,oil light did not come on to warn us of low oil.
Blown head gasket at 30,000, missing, hesitation, now loud noise on cold start may be power steering pump? Also loud popping noise coming from suspension.
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Consumer took car into dealer for a front end problem. Mechanic put car on the lift and noticed a problem with engine gasket. *ak the radiator was also replaced.
Needs new head gasket at 62,000 miles. Paint is fogging up on the back for no reason. This is ridiculous and I see that there are many others complaining os similiar nature. The problem with the steering column going out is a major problem. That needs to be dealt with immediately along with the head gasket. This is a seriously issue and needs to be dealt with immediately.
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