Engine Oil Leaking Problems of Dodge Caravan

Engine is leaking oil with a potential for fire. Vehicle dies while driving causing loss of control with a crash and injury hazard. No start issues. Transmission not shifting correctly.

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The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Caravan. While the vehicle was parked, engine oil begin to leak. An independent mechanic diagnosed that the crank shaft seal needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 160,000. The VIN was not available.

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I own a 2006 Dodge Caravan with 2. 4 liter, 4 cyl dohc 16 engine. This van was built at the factory in 2005 - sold new in January 2006 to a rental agency and I purchased later when the vehicle had about 19,000 miles on it. The van now has 63,000 miles (in November 2010). I noticed very significant engine oil leak near the oil filter housing. The leak was determined to be coming from the front crankshaft seal. I had this seal replaced but within a days it had popped out and was leaking again. I understand that there is a technical repair/service bulletin - case number [xxx] (do a google search to find) on this issue. I also see that there are two NHTSA cases with identical problems to mine listed on this site (10333917, 10257511). Anybody see a trend here???? it's pretty clear to me that Dodge has manufacturing issues with this engine if the crankshaft is continuously kicking out the seal. I wasn't expecting major engine overhaul or replacement on this vehicle when I purchased it and, as I said, the van only has 63,000 miles. Last Dodge I will be buying!! information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

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On 7/29/08 I drove my vehicle to a business meeting and noticed the oil light flashing on and off. When I was through with the meeting I checked my oil to see if it was low and found that it was, when I pulled out of the parking space I found a puddle of oil on the ground. I drove directly to monro-joppa rd. Shop to get it checked out and they found that the crank shaft had cracked and was causing oil to pour out of the car. The replaced all parts necessary and it cost me $737. One week later on 8/8/08 I drove to another business meeting and coming out to my car found that it was leaking again. I took it back to monro-joppa rd. And they found that it was the same problem. They went to schaefer & strominger to obtain a Dodge part (crank shaft) and was told by the service man there that they have been seeing this problem with certain Dodge cars. The mechanic from monro asked why haven't the cars been recalled. The Dodge service man gave the mechanic from monro a paper with the solution number and what would need to happen if it continues. The next step if this problem is not corrected, would be to replace the engine. I was given a copy of this form as well. So far this problem has been repaired twice and I am concerned about it happening again and causing me to replace an engine on a 2 year old van.

Consumer noticed engine consumed one quart of oil every week due to a oil leak from the crankshaft. Dealer was notified.

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Consumer noticed engine was consuming two quarts of oil every 1,000 miles. Also, oil was leaking through the head gasket.

The vehicle experienced an oil leak.

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Rear main seal leaked, which caused vehicle to use 3 quarts of oil per week. Mr. . .

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Consumer had found a leakage of oil coming from head gasket. Had contacted dealer, and they could not determine what was the cause of leakage. Please provide more information.

Vehicle was leaking oil. Took vehicle to mechanic, and mechanic indicated external cylinder gasket was gone. Dealer contacted. Consumer stated that the van had numerous problems, power steering loss, back wheels on fire, complete brake failure and engine would seize and stop.

The engine is leaking oil from the engine due to a blown head gasket the dealership is aware of the problem.

Engine head gasket is defective there is oil leaking from vehicle. Contacted dealer, and the dealer has tightened up some of the parts. Please provide more information.

Vehicle experiences loss of oil. Vehicle taken to an independent repair shop dealer/manufacturer have not been notified at this time. Independent repair shop stated head gasket seal was leaking oil severely.

Oil leaking at head gasket at 43,000 mi (3yr 36k warranty) wanted a second opinion as I could not believe it. Mechanic who looked at it then wasn't sure but kept an eye on it. Just brought it to a new mechanic now have 60,000 miles on it. New mechanic says he has seen this problem multiple times in this model and the neon. We bought this car brand new. Upon delivery it had a dent which had to be repaired on my time, we had a/c repaired twice, power train control module replaced(kept stalling while driving),and visor broke, all during first 6 months. Now this. Chrysler says there are no recalls or extended warranty for this. I plan to keep fighting this one.

When underside of car was inspected oil leak noticed, mechanic thinks it is from head gasket. Repair est. $1,000.

Engine is leaking oil behind valve cover engine, causing engine to smoke and filling the inside of vehicle. Dealer was notified to inspect the gaskets, sealer was replaced 2 months ago. . Consumer stated the valve cover gasket, head gasket and rear engine seal were all replaced under warranty.

We noticed that our minivan was leaking oil on the ground. Took vehicle to repair shop. Stated that we had a faulty cylinder head gasket requiring replacement. We heard that other cars such as the Dodge neon and minivans from Dodge/Chrysler also had similar problems with the cylinder head gasket. Request that NHTSA review this situation as a manufacturers defect, if not already initiated. The cost for this job is $900. 00-1100. 00. If we perform this job and this defect becomes a recall situation, can we receive a refund from the manufacturer? thanks for your assistance in this matter. Please respond to us ASAP.

Went to change the brakes and noticed an oil leak. Contacted dealer, and was told this is a common problem with a 4- cylinder after certain mileage. Engine leaking from the head gasket.

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Consumer noticed there is an oil leak coming from the engine or anohter part of the vehicle. The oil is in the driveway of the consumer's house.

Engine head oil galley plug not adequately retaining, causing oil to leak, which can result in an egine compartment fire. Dealer/manufacturer notified,and refused to repair because vehicle does not meet NHTSA recall # 96v-006 specifications.

Failed crank seal leaks oil.

Engine heads cracked, causing anti-freeze to leak into the oil pan, the engine smokes vey bad because of this. Dealer has been contacted.

The van has developed an oil leak between the engine head and block which a mechanic feels this is an unusual place. Fumes are entering into the compartment of the van. Please describe details. Mr.

There has been 5 replacement torque converters since purchase. Vehicle shuts down due to the defect in the torque converter. This problem had happened several times while traveling on the highway, every year the consumer had to have the transmission rebuilt, also the brakes. The transmission overhauled twice, there was an oil pan leak, the engine light stayed on, and the ac needed a new condenser.

Accident. Vehicle pulls to right, steering wheel off center. Tires leaking air. Bent oil pan.

We were advised that component was redesigned due to the number of problems with the head gasket seal breaking and leaking oil.

There is an oil leakage coming from engine head gasket from which the oil is getting into the engine and roads. .

Engine oil leak. Mjs.