Engine Head Gasket Failure problems of the 1996 Chrysler Cirrus

Two problems related to engine head gasket failure have been reported for the 1996 Chrysler Cirrus. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Engine Head Gasket Failure problem

Failure Date: 10/11/2000

Chrysler knows about problem of head gasket w/oil leaking and requiring a $250. 00 deductable to replace gasket when it should be replaced for free knowing it needs a new improved gasket that they manufactured.

2 Engine Head Gasket Failure problem

Failure Date: 05/31/2000

Noticed oil leaking under vehicle. Oil leaking from head gasket area. Returned to dealer. Headgasket replaced but at my expense due to car out of warranty. Although I have just 23,000 miles of the 36,000 mile warranty the car is over 3 years old.




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