Dodge Neon oil consumption problems

Filed Feb 4, 2004 · Engine · MA

For the second time the defective head gasket caused oil to leak. I had it replaced once and I feel it's too much to replace it again. I understand this is a common problem and I can't understand why dodge doesn't assist with fixing it right.

Filed Dec 30, 2003 · Engine · 43,660 miles · MD

The vehicle's head gasket failed and caused oil to leak. The consumer had to refill the vehicle with oil often. The dealerships mechanic is aware of the problem but did not resolve the problem. Please provide any additional information. *nm

Filed Dec 20, 2003 · Engine · CA

I own a 1995 dodge neon and it has a major headgasket oil leak that a mechanic diagnosed. The headgasket leak has been getting worse and this is a major problem because I am adding a quart of oil every three days. The entire bottom of the engine is covered in oil. I checked the federal safety agency defect investigation reports and many consumers have complained about this serious problem. Every time I drive there is a strong smell of burned oil. On 12-15-2003 smoke started to come from the engine. I am very worried that this might start an engine fire if the car gets very hot. I have checked various automotive websites and in one site a dodge owner mentions that his mechanic told him that a customers dodge neon had an engine fire. I contacted a local dodge dealer and they said that they could do nothing about it. This is an obvious design defect that is also a safety risk not only of engine fires but also engine stalls due to low oil levels. There is also a problem with the brakes making strange sounds.

Filed Apr 29, 2003 · Engine · OH

While driving the head gasket blew and caused oil to leak. The dealer was notified.

Filed Mar 8, 2003 · Engine · 65,000 miles · IN

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.

Filed Feb 11, 2003 · Electrical, Engine · 1,500 miles · CA

This car has used more than 10 quarts of oil since new (not counting changes). It has just over 20k miles now and still uses oil. It does not smoke or leak. The fuel mileage is nowhere near the advertised mileage. The dealer was contacted regarding no brake lights just after purchase. After two trips to the dealer (and the service writer telling us that we removed the cigarette lighter adapter wrong), they discovered the wiring harness for the backup lights was crushed by the shifter in reverse and shorted the lights. After complaining about poor starting and shuddering after a cold soak, the dealer replaced the injector o-rings, which solved the shudder, but not the mileage. Nothing has helped the oil usage, not even the two trips to the dealer to replace a baffle in the valve cover and an "oil consumption" test, which we performed. Yes, it uses oil. I should've bought my daughter a nissan, or, like I just bought myself, a brand new ford pickup. This was my first and last daimler-chrysler product...ever!

Filed Mar 15, 2002 · Engine · IL

Consumer states vehicle has defective head gaskets causing oil leaks. Head gaskets replaced twice. Vehilce no longer under warranty.

Filed Feb 11, 2002 · Engine · CT

Engine head gasket failed causing oil to leak from vehicle. Consumer has taken vehicle in twice already to get this looked into, but after tsecond time head gasket had some corrosion and had to be replaced.

Filed Jan 25, 2002 · Engine · IL

This is a serious safety concern that should be recalled because oil begins to leak into everything under the hood-there is a high incident rate of occurrence in 1995 neons.

Filed Oct 11, 2001 · Engine · CA

Head gasket leaking oil on a car that is only 2 years old and has only 61,000 miles. My mechanic said the car is way to new with not enough miles to be having so many problems. Having to put 1-2 quarts of oil every 2-3 days. Not good for the engine and I am afraid that it may catch fire!.