Manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe Problems of Chrysler Cirrus

Chrysler Cirrus owners have reported 3 problems related to manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe (under the engine and engine cooling category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Chrysler Cirrus based on all problems reported for the Cirrus.

1 Manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe problem of the 1996 Chrysler Cirrus

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.

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2 Manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe problem of the 1996 Chrysler Cirrus

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 of the 1996 Chrysler Cirrus

Failure Date: 12/01/1996

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


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