Parked in garage noticed massive oil leaks. Took vehicle to local mechanic. He diagnosed that there was an engine head gasket problem. Contacted dealer, and dealer stated that the material the gasket was made from warped and it popped the head gasket.
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The vehicle was leaking oil due to a blown out head gasket. Dealer said engine head gasket needs to be replaced.
Dealer was contacted multiple times during warranty of oil usage, even though they were aware of head gasket problem with these 2.4l engines they did not fix the problem. Head gasket is now leaking oil all over the place. This should be covered under a recall with the number of problems they are having including the fire potential and environmental impact.
There is an oil leak coming from the engine head gasket. Also, engine block is leaking onto the ground. When driving the oil is blowing all over the place.
There was a recall on the timing belt/tensioner, my car was built outside of the build date for recall. Chrysler has changed the parts for the gaskets several times, they know this problem exists, but they will not provide any assistance with it. Sounds like a class action suit is in order!
Oil leakage from head gasket.
I am very unsatisfied with the dodge stratus. I think it is absolutely ridiculous that I have to pay $610 out of my pocket for a part that the chrysler mechanics themselves admit to be a common failure. I think chrysler should stand behind their product a little more and replace the defective gasket which seems to be defective on all the stratus and neon's of people whom I know.
Engine suddenly leaks oil after driving only 5 miles on highway...strong odor of oil from engine...had to replace one and one half quarts...garage mechanic warned of possible engine fire if not fixed...reported to manufacturer, citing the federal safety agency campaign number 96v006000 for reference as it describes the problem exactly. Was informed that my vehicle was not a part of any recall by that number....have pulled many customer complaint reports about vehicle which cite the exact same problem I am having.....cannot drive the car at highway speeds...
Was driving vehicle & it started leaking oil. Took vehicle to dealer & was informed by mechanic leak came from top of engine to wires. Had it repaired. Started leaking again. Took vehicle back to dealership when engine blew out. At dealership, mechanic informed owner that engine head galley plug blew out, causing loss of oil. Needed to replace engine head galley plugs & head gaskets.
Head gasket failure causing oil leak
The vehicle was inspected at cerritos dodge, 18827 studebaker road, cerritos, california 90703, phone 562‑402‑5335, service 562‑924‑8275. I was informed that my engine head gasket was "blown" and leaking "badly" over the exhaust manifold which is a fire hazard in the engine compartment. I was also informed that the designed in haed gasket from dodge was inappropriate for the application, and that the replacement gasket was appropriatelly thicker with metal lining as should have been done in the first place. I feel that since this is a design flaw and fire hazard, the 1996 dodge stratus with this problem should be recalled by the manufacturer. The estimated cost for part replacement and additional service needed after this procedure is estimated to be $750 to $1000.
I had the head gasket replaced the first time not even 20.000 miles later I am going to have to replace it again. I would appreciate the chrysler/dodge corp. Helping to pay some if not all of the costs this time. If they do not I will not ever own another dodge or chrysler product again. I am very dissatisfied at this time. A haed gasket should not have to be replaced every 20,000 miles or so. Please respond a.s.a.p,. April d. Hott
I have to replace it again. The car has always seemed to have some form of oil leak since purchasing or it has always consumed the oil. I had to pay the entire cost the first time for the repairs and would appreciate it if the company would take care of some if not all of the costs this time. If they do not it will be the last time I own a dodge or chrsler vehicle. I am a very dissatisfied customer . April d. Hott
Head gasket leaking oil in engine compartment creating fire hazard.
I have taken my vehicle in for the head gasket to be replaced 4 times now. I am taking it in again for the 5th time for the same problem. All the dealer keeps doing is putting another head gasket on and charging me my $50 deductable. This is getting very tiring. My brakes went out completely in 1997 after the factory re-call had been preformed. I was informed that the mechanic had put the seal in wrong. The last time I took my vehicle in for the head gasket, number 4, the dealer found that the cv boot needed replaced. Durring the repair the axel just fell apart. Same time the transmission pump needed replaced the fuel sending unit needed replaced and the head gasket was replaced. And it still leaks from the same spot the rear left of the engine.
Air conditioner/ brakes and engine are not working. Consumer wii later describe the problems and defects of vehicle.
Oil pump failed resulting in extensive damage to the engine. Mjs
Car has been serviced 4 times for same failure.
While driving the engine rod blew, cracking the cylinder wall, and resulting in a fire. Dealer and manufacurer have been notified.
Engine gasket failure - massive loss of engine oil.
Exhaust manifold cracked.
Oil leak on engine has been continous since I purchased the car.
Enging light &air bag light comes on when the gaugaes sto working this is the second time it has happen the dealer stated there wainting on a phone call from te crystler coperation to be able to fix problem this wiring defect is a major problem might need to be checked into for recalls instrument panel goes out fuel speedometer water gauges all stop working then they will come back on work for a minute check engine light along with air bag light comes on
Engine head gasket is leaking oil, causing a fire hazard. *ak
Engine head gasket is leaking oil on top of engine,causing a potential safety hazard.
While driving the vehicle it made a loud noise . Also, brakes gave in and engine blew up. Vehicle has been totaled.
Experiencing continued malfuntion of headgasket. Called dealer several times and sent certified letter...never received any response. Currently adding 2-3 quarts of oil per week so as not to damage engine. Have had service employee say he's seen several of them...but no recall has been confirmed. Taken to several area mechanics and were told absolutely should not happen in a car less than 3 years old. Not received any response/advice/proposed solution other than "repair will cost you at least $1,000). Have had other stratus owners say encountering same..."if you push...they will fix" have tried....no response. Will try again to contact chrysler direct. Can you help.
Steering column has been repaired five times and still exhibits noise problems. Mjs (attorney for consumer).
Transmission: auto was parked, but would not go into reverse. Auto would have to be stopped and restatred to procedd a few hundred feet. Called for tow. Cyl. Head: auto leaked oil, went to dealer. Dealer said it was cyl. Head, but I never saw the problem. Tie rods: noise in front end. Tie rods were ready to fall off. Still a noise; maybe stabilizer bars or ball joint. I have owned many vehicles, but this was my first chrysler product--- and the last! Numerous other problems, but dealer did respond.
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