Upon having an oil change mechanic noticed that engine head gasket was leaking oil, and needed to be replaced. Also, mechanic indicated that this was a common problem with this model.
1998 Plymouth Neon engine complaints
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Head gasket failure at minimal mileage. Fuel pump squeals loudly.
I own a 1998 neon that had to be towed back to the dealer within the first 2 weeks of owning it because of an oil leak which they "fixed a gasket" then in november of 2001 had my head gasket replaced and now again november 2003 I need another head gasket.
My car leaks water. My trunk leaks and the rear floor leaks on both sides. What is causing this it has done this since I have had the car but it has gotten worse. I have also replaced the engine at 36000 miles.
Chysler is informing me that there is no such recall, recall number 99v‑001. My car falls within the low high VIN numbers reported to possibly have this problem and I am having numerous problems with my 1998 plymouth neon thatapply to this recall as well as serveral tsb.
I bought the car and had great mileage for about 4 months. Now I get less than someone who owns a chevy camero that is 3 years older than my car. I went on a trip to southern illinois and 5 and 1/2 hour drive. I used all the oil in my car. I took it to a dealer and was told that I had blown a head gasket.
At 53,000 miles the head gasket on my 1998 plymouth neon failed. The repair cost approximately $700 and had to be made on an urgent basis by a certified non-dealer repair facility. This vehicle has a known history of this failure and a service bulletin was issued on sept. 8, 1999. The company has declined financial participation in the repair of this vehicle. As a known problem, I believe the company should bear the financial burden of this repair and issue a recall.
Bought 1998 neon with 76,000 miles. Leaks 1 quart of oil every 1,000 miles. This vehicle should be repaired by dealer without charge.
The vehicle leaked oil.
While driving 20 MPH the vehicles oil light illuminated. The consumer had the oil checked by a friend and discovered that the vehicle was out of oil. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the head gasket was blown.
Cracked block with only 63,000 miles and less than 5 yrs old.
Head gasket failed while driving. The problem was repaired but after repair the engine seized while driving. Both of those failure occurred without warning. The dealer was notified. *ts
While driving the vehicle, vehicle started to run hot. Consumer cut off engine and vehicle was towed to dealer. Dealer states the head gasket will be replaced. Ts the mechanic stated that this is a common problem in these vehicles. Scc
Leaking oil at 30500 miles, still under extended warranty. Was repaired by dealership. At 72000 miles, engine is leaking oil again. Took to independant contractor, has been confirmed that the head casket is now leaking in two places. Am taking auto to shop and service manager offered to fix with me to pay a $200 "deductible". Please advise if you have any additional information as to a recall or anything manufacturer is doing to correct this issue. Chrysler customer service says they aren't aware of any kind of head casket problems with neons. That's funny how come everyone else in the free world knows of the neon's casket problems? Dt
Was driving my 3 grand children when the temperature bell rang. I glanced at my gauges and noticed a high temperature reading and immediately pulled off to the side of the road and turned off the engine. After waiting 30 minutes or so I released the radiator cap and noticed what looked like oil in the water. I added water and then drove home at a slow rate of speed with the heater on. The temperature gauge did not go above low-med. I called my local garage and explained the problem and they suggested I have the vehicle towed to them. This I did, and upon examination the concluded the head gasket had blown. This vehicle only had 87,000 miles on it at the time of the failure. Upon research I see that this is not a new problem or isolated problem for the '98 neon. I will now contact the dealer any advise? Has chrysler stepped forward and dealt with this problem? Dt
Had taken car back to carmax & they had chrylser dealership look & car found okay. 3/2001 had oil leak reparied by valve cover gasket, replaced oil cap, degrease engine, new oil, etc.. Months later...leak worse & oil now in coolant. Told repair will be over $1000 and no guarantee of being fixed due to problem with way neon's gaskets are made. Car must sit unused since "no sure fix for problem". You can fix it but will happen again due to how gaskets manufactured...oil leaking all over road ways from these neons can not be safe...hazard, I do believe. Now can not drive car. Dt
Had taken car back to carmax & they took to chrysler dealership saying car okay. March 2001 had oil leak repaired by valve cover gasket. Problem months later leak worse & oil no in collant now told repair will be over $000 and no guarantee of being fixed due to problem with way neon/s gaskets are made. Car must sit unused since no sure fix for problem due to manufacturing defect. Dt
These problems were found during a replacement of our third transmission. We are really upset with plymouth/dodge auto. We had this car for only a year and it has been nothing but trouble. Like I said, 3 transmissions, 1 engine due to head gasket problems. Now, the oil pressure sending unit, vehicle speed sensor, and the rear main oil seal. ----dims 11 ivoq entry after 12/12/01 cut-over to artemis-------769336.
When brake is pushed the turn lights would light up and brake lights wouldn't brighten. This was (08/13/01). In 10/10/01 was able to drive forward in reverse and neutral, didn't have a reverse, transmission replaced. In 03/12/02, found oil in the antifreeze reserve and radiator, replaced engine due to head gasket problem. In 04/15/02, transmission doing the same thing back on 10/10/01 , transmission is replaced again. In 10/31/02, transmission replaced for the third time, due to shifting hard, and same problem as 10/10/01 and 04/18/02. Also, at the same time the speed sensor went out so there was no speedometer working. We also had to replace the rear main oil seal because it was leaking and replaced the oil sending unit. ***dims 11 ivoq entry posted after 121/12/02 cut-over to artemis--------769334.
Original owner, 24286 original miles. No previous major problems. Was told by dealer that problem had to do with "age" of vehicle and "dry rot". This vehicle is used on a daily basis by a 82 year old woman who still has loan payments to make on it. She has kept up with all scheduled maintenance, and feels she is being taken advantage of. Checking the internet has shown numerous incedences of similar head gasket complaints on these cars, but no official recall to date that we know of. Independent mechanic has stated he is aware of a change in the type of gasket used, due to chrysler's being aware of the problem. Can an 82 year old senior seek satisfaction through your organization? Any assistance would be greatly appreciated. Dt
There is an oil leak that is causing the head gasket and engine to go out. Dealer contacted. This is a common problem. *ak
While traveling on the highway, the engine check light appeared on the dashboard and it was discovered that the vehicle was leaking gasoline, the manufacturer is aware of the problem. *ak the consumer was told that the leak was from the head being warped and pitted due to the type of head use on the vehicle, the dealer was unable resurface it. The manufacturer denied that this is a common problem, and refused to take responsibiliy.
I recently have learned that the headgasket is a problem that comes with all neons and I was wondering why it hasn't been recalled if it is a known manufacturers defect and because a broken head gasket can cause your car to overheat, which is a fire hazard.
Headgasket is leaking. Dealer stated gasket needed to be replaced.
There were problems with water leaks. Puddles of water can be found in vehicle. The carpeting had to be replaced. *tt the consumer had to replace the head gasket, rear main seal, valve rocker.
Head gasket had blown out and there was oil all over the engine. Consumer has taken it to the dealer several times before, but they have not done anything at all.*ak consumer has learned that several people have had the same problem around the same mileage 30,000 - 35,000 and would like to see recall for defective gaskets.
Engine cooling fan is inoperative, dealer was notified. Feel free to provide any further information.
While driving there was smoke coming from engine. After taking vehicle to dealer , dealer noted that head gasket needed to be replaced. Currently, problem happened again. Consumer needed to replace head gasket. Contacted dealer, and the dealer was not willing to do anything.
My car has a bad oil leak and in leaking into my radiator system. A crack in the head gasket.
Head gasket failed. Nlm
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