Manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe problems of the 1998 Dodge Caravan

Four problems related to manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe have been reported for the 1998 Dodge Caravan. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe problem

Failure Date: 01/24/2010

Defective engine intake manifold bolt broken inside housing. 1998 Dodge Caravan se, 121000 miles.

2 Manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe problem

Failure Date: 04/01/2002

Engine head gasket blewout, causing vehicle to leak oil. Consumer states that the manifold was cracked and welded.

3 Manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe problem

Failure Date: 02/07/2001

Exhaust manifold has developed a hole in it on the right side. This causes exhaust gas to be ported out right in front of the passenger compartment.

4 Manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe problem

Failure Date: 11/22/1999

A crack in exhaust manifold caused fumes to come into vehicle. Dealer could not duplicate concern. Customer states vehicle jerks when in cruise. Dealer found no problem.




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