Manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe problems of the 1996 Chrysler Cirrus

Three problems related to manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe have been reported for the 1996 Chrysler Cirrus. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe problem

Failure Date: 01/04/1999

While driving at 75mph down the highway a flash of fire was noticed coming from under hood. When pulled over to lift hood, the engine burst into flames. The fire suddenly went out on its own. Dealer was contacted. It was found that the galley-plug had blown out, thus dumping all the oil out onto the manifold causing the fire. This plug was recalled and was taken in for repair, but according to the investigator, the actual repair was never done.

2 Manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe problem

Failure Date: 10/01/1998

Engine head gasket broke, causing fluid to leak down onto the exhaust manifold.

3 Manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe problem

Failure Date: 12/01/1996

Tail pipe was installed improperly (backwards), causing loud noise.

Other Engine And Engine Cooling related problems of the 1996 Chrysler Cirrus

Engine problems	7
Gasoline Engine problems	4
Car Stall problems	3
Engine Belts And Pulleys problems	3
Engine Oil Leaking problems	3
Manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe problems	3
Radiator problems	2
Engine Head Gasket Leaking problems	2
Engine Head Gasket Failure problems	2
Engine Burning Oil problems	1
Check Engine Light On problems	1
Engine Cooling System problems	1

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