Engine Oil Leaking problems of the 1996 Dodge Neon - part 2

48 problems related to engine oil leaking have been reported for the 1996 Dodge Neon. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

36 Engine Oil Leaking problem

Failure Date: 01/21/1998

Oil leaks onto engine due to camshaft seal failure.

37 Engine Oil Leaking problem

Failure Date: 11/01/1997

Oil leak cause the engine to overheat.

38 Engine Oil Leaking problem

Failure Date: 05/01/1997

Engine seals malfunctioned in rear gasket twice, and in head gasket twice which caused an oil leak and could have started a fire. Dealer could not determine problem. Please provide further information.

39 Engine Oil Leaking problem

Cylinder head is leaking oil, causing a safety hazard ,parts are on national backorder.

40 Engine Oil Leaking problem

Consumer states that oil leaks from the head gasket causing the vehicle to lose 3-4 quarts of oil a week. Please provide any additional information. Ph.

41 Engine Oil Leaking problem

They had to add oil to vehicle constantly, and there would be puddle of oil under vehicle. This was as a result of an oil leak, had part replaced, problem reoccurred. . Contacted dealer.

42 Engine Oil Leaking problem

Engine head gasket cracked, causing oil to leak onto the engine block. Dealer has been notified.

43 Engine Oil Leaking problem

Engine leaking lots of oil from top (head??).

44 Engine Oil Leaking problem

I normally take my car to valvoline for oil changes. The last couple of time I had my oil changed, I would have to take it back to valvoline because the "oil light" onthe dashboard would start flashing. The service men at valvoline would check and usually top of the oil and I would have no mor problems. However, I took my car for an oil change about June or July of this year. About a week, maybe 2 weeks after I had the oil change, the oil light started flashing again. I took my car to the nearest gas station and had 2 quarts put in. I couldn't understand why this was happening. Again, about a week later , my oil light started flashing again. I took my car to another gas station and had more oil put in. I did this about 3 or 4 times before I finally took my car back to valvoline to check. After they checked my car, they told me I would have to take it to the dealer because there is a oil leak behind the motor. The car dealer would have to fix it. They said it needed some kind of "bracket" and that a lot of Chrysler/Dodge cars that come into their station have this same problem. I called my dealer, ross park Dodge, explained the situation to them. They suggested I bring the car in so that they can check it over. I asked for my own information, what the cost for repair/replace would be. The service representative told me that it could cost $700 more/or less depending on the damage. He also told me that the oil leakage was not due to normal wear and tear of the car. I asked him why I would be responsible for the repair, etc. , if the damage was not due to normal wear and tear of the car? he asked if I was still under warranty or extended warrantey to which I replied "no". He suggesed that I could bring the car in for a check-up and talk with the someone about a 50/50 payment arrangement. I called daimler/Chrysler to see about recalls. There were none. A lot of people I know with Neon's have same problem. My car is at the dealers for an est.

45 Engine Oil Leaking problem

In January 1998 while my car was still under warranty I took it back to the dealer because I had an oil leak. My receipt states they fixed the front engine seal. Now in June 1999 I need a new front engine seal and my car is no longer under warranty.

46 Engine Oil Leaking problem

When driving noticed excessive amount of oil leaking into engine compartment. Consumer has contacted dealer, dealer noticed head gasket need replacing. Please provide any further details.

47 Engine Oil Leaking problem

Vehicle is leaking oil from engine head gasket which could result in a fire within the engine compartment.

48 Engine Oil Leaking problem

Vehicle leaking oil technician stated head gasket needed to be replaced. Please provide further information.



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