Engine Oil Leaking Problems of Dodge Neon - part 1

Good morning, I have a 2002 Dodge Neon that I have put money into and I have experienced dishonesty from mechanics until now; paying lots of money to fix a problem that cannot be fixed. I was informed last week that this leak on my car cannot be fixed because its a manufacturer problem. Apparently, this is a problem with all Neon's. Its a fluid leak of oil. A recommended mechanic diagnosed my car and informed me of this news. He said that the sealant is gone and cannot be repaired by any mechanic. What happens now? because this problem cannot be fixed and I'm not in a position to purchase a vehicle, is there a recall to repair this problem? I also had to disassemble my radio because after replacing my battery, the electrical fuse was replaced several times along with the alternator because the radio played after the car was turned off and would kill my battery.

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The contact owns a 1997 Dodge Neon. The headlights and high beams are very dim. The bulbs were replaced; however, the lights remained dim. Oil was placed in the vehicle, but then leaked onto the ground, causing the oil warning indicator light to illuminate intermittently. The contact noticed a grayish-colored smoke exiting the rear of the vehicle. The repair shop stated that the failure was caused by a blown head gasket. The failure mileage was 97,000 and current mileage was 140,301.

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Vehicle would not shift into drive, upon having the vehicle towed to the garage we were informed, it had a sizable hole in the transmission and they also found an oil leak. Total repair cost exceeded $600. This vehicle is a 2002 Dodge Neon and we are the original owners. The vehicle has always received proper care as far as oil changes, tires, spark plugs etc. The vehicle has not even reached 60,000 miles yet, and we're encountering such problems. In addition, the technician informed us, there are a number of small leaks, but it would be very, very costly to repair each leak, thus they only fixed what was causing the transmission to slip and the oil leak, which was also substantial.

I purchased the car brand new and it currently has 44,000 miles. Engine now leaks large amounts of oil, so badly that I am adding 1-2 quarts 3 times a week. Problem was found to be the head gasket and estimates for repair range from 700-1200. 00. How can such a large company scam so many innocent consumers and nothing be done???????.

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When driving through rain or through a puddle the steering goes out and locks up. When the driver is trying to turn left vehicle will continue to go right. Also, there is an oil leak. It has not been determined from where the leak originated. The vehicle is losing about 2 quarts per day. Components inside the engine compartment are covered with oil, but the dealer has been unable to detect the oil leak.

The oil light would come on and oil would leak out of the vehicle. After trying to start the vehicle the engine does not connect at first, has to try at least two times before it will start. Dealer stated it could be either the starter or the engine.

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For the second time the defective head gasket caused oil to leak. I had it replaced once and I feel it's too much to replace it again. I understand this is a common problem and I can't understand why Dodge doesn't assist with fixing it right.

Consumer noticed oil leaking from head gasket. Vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who replaced the head gasket and the head bolts.

Major oil leak. Had to replace vavle cover and main seal.

Vehicle was parked in the driveway and oil was leaking from underneath the hood area. Consumer drove the vehicle to the dealership for analysis.

The biggest problem I have is the engine oil leaking. It is so costly to repair everytime. I never contacted the Dodge company since I though that I gto a bad car.

I have a 1999 Dodge Neon. About one year ago I noticed an oil leak. It kept getting worse to where I was putting in a quart of oil a week. Estimates to have it fixed were very expensive. I finally decided to have it fixed two weeks ago because I was not comfortable driving this car. The leak was due to a gasket problem and it cost me almost $1000. 00 to replace it. My car is only for years old and has less than 40,000 miles on it, this should not occur in a car of this age. After reading all the complaints of other Neon owners with the same problem, I feel there is a defect in the manufacturing of this part. Dodge/ Chrysler should take responsibility for this problem and issue a recall to fix this problem. Thank you.

The engine leaked oil.

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The vehicle over heated and leaked oil.

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Oil leak from the head gasket of my Dodge Neon 1999. I know this is not the only Neon with this factory problem; my family members own 3 Neons all with the same problem.

1998 Dodge Neon hs 2 door model has had an oil leak for approx. 6 months. Took it to the shop today and was told it was a blown head gasket. Shop owner told me of 4 other Neons he has had to service for the same blown head gasket and that Neon owners are lucky if their car hits 40,000 miles without this problem. I know 2 other people with Neons and they have had this problem also. I was told this would cost me 550. 00 to fix. It is in the process of being fixed right now, but I feel a recall needs to be done to solve this.

1996 Dodge Neon with a little over 70,000 miles on it. Car is leaking oil. . According to mechanic, the head gasket needs to be replaced at a cost of $700-$800. Mechanic indicated that this is a very common problem with the Neon. I would like to know if there is a recall on this issue. If not, is there any steps I can take to have this cost paid by Dodge? ts.

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Consumer stated the vehicle experienced an oil leak due to the oil seal having a crack in it.

In the last 21/2 years I have had several oil leaks all pertaining to a head gasket problem. I have replaced the head gasket and now I have a hesitation when I go to take off. My rpm gauge never goes below 6. I have dumped several bottles of gas treatment in the car on the advice of a technician but that does not work. It is almost like a kink in a rubberband. When you hit the gas thge rpm gauge goes to 8 and stays there until you ease up on the gas. Then the car shotts forward and the rpm gauge goes to 6. I am not the only one with this problem I have heard of other 1999 4-cylinder cars having the same problem.

The head gasket cylinder was defective. * mr engine oil leaked at the rear corner of the cylinder head because the passage seal failed. The dealer replaced the factory gasket with a Chrysler newly developed multi-layer steal cylinder head gasket. The consumer requested reimbursement. Scc.

I bought my vehicle new with less than 50 miles on it. I haven't had any major problems with the vehicle until I reached 80,000 miles. At this time I noticed a qt. Oil loss at my oil change (every 3000 miles). I called my father whom is a auto mechanic to see what the possibilities where. He advised me to inspect the drives side, after outboard portion on my engine where the head and block bolt together, for and oil leak. This is where my mothers 1996 Neon is leaking oil from. And sure enough, this is the exact spot where my engine is leaking oil from. The dealership was notifed. I was told for $900. 00 and some odd dollards my car could be repaired. Dt.

Consumer states the engine is leaking oil from the head engine gasket. Dealer has been notified. Consumer mentioned is only 19000 miles for this kind of problem. Please provide any further information. Ts.

Found oil leaking from engine, when inspected it was found to have blown head gasket. Dealer performed repair for warrantie cost plus oil change charge. Wanted to report as hopefully if there is enough complaints there will be a recall ordered.

Engine has been replaced twice within past three weeks. There is oil leaking, and when getting oil changed, dealer recommend that engine be replaced.

Oil leak first documented by dealer at 30404 mi. Problem continued to worsen until headgasket had to be replaced on 3/4/02 at 36794 mi. I have heard and read about numerous complaints about blown headgaskets on the Neon and stratus and felt I should go on record with my complaint. I have documentation for all service done on my vehicle. Thank you.

Vehicle was leaking oil. Taken to a repair shop and informed of a blown head gasket. Dealer was notified. Feel free to provide any further information.

Consumer states vehicle is leaking motor oil.

While driving oil is leaking from vehicle.

Engine head gasket has been leaking oil. Contacted dealer, and the dealer was not willing to do anything.

While consumer was driving there was a noise, and then came smoke from engine. Consumer took vehicle to dealer ,and dealer noted that there was water leaking into oil due to a blowen head gasket.

Oil light remains illuminated due to oil leakage from head gaskets. Please give any further details.

Vehicle was leaking oil. Took vehicle to dealer, and dealer indicated vehicle needed a new engine block.

At 53000 I noticed oil leaking. After taking it to a mechanic, I was told it was the head gasket. My mechanic stated that he has worked on several Neons that have had the same problem. He said the former Neon owners took the car back to the dealership and had it fixed for $200 - $250, as opposed to a more hefty charge. I'm not sure how a head gasket can malfunction on a car with only 53000 miles. . . . . . Something is not right with this story. Also, my rear break shoes (lining) suddenly gave out. . . Only two months after replacing them.

Consumer notice oil on their driveway under their vehicle. Consumer had vehicle serviced, dealership indicated that their is a leak into the head gasket and this is a common problem with these vehicle. Please provide more details ts.

Gasket ripped and caused oil to leak out. Gasket was repaced. On July 27th, ripped again and caused motor to seize up. Please provide any further information.