Engine Oil Leaking problems of the 1999 Dodge Stratus

Nine problems related to engine oil leaking have been reported for the 1999 Dodge Stratus. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Engine Oil Leaking problem

Failure Date: 09/20/2004

Multiple failures, continually steering problems. Engine leaked oil, no a/c or heated, ect. The consumer stated that the steering wheel was loose. The consumer attempted to make a left turn and hit the curb due to the loose steering wheel. The consumer stated that there might be a problem with the right side axle.

2 Engine Oil Leaking problem

Failure Date: 10/06/2003

Car has massive oil leak from head gasket at rear of drivers side head. I have been told this could cause a fire. I fear for the lives of myself and my children. Is there a recall or any investigation on this matter? if not? why?.

3 Engine Oil Leaking problem

Failure Date: 06/08/2003

Took my '99 Stratus to my mechanic for an oil leak. I was told it was a head gasket problem and that is common in that year. Did some research on the internet and found a number of complaints confirming this. I called Dodge and they deny having any knowledge of the problem. When I told them about the complaints on this and other sites he again denied any knowledge of it. I was told that it's my problem not theirs. After this experience there is no way I will ever buy a Chrysler product again and I don't think anyone should.

4 Engine Oil Leaking problem

Failure Date: 01/02/2003

There is an oil leak (from the head gasket) on my 1999 Dodge Stratus. I was told by the mechanic that every Dodge Stratus that he has seen with an oil leak has been coming from the head gasket and I have heard other Stratus owners complain of the same problem.

5 Engine Oil Leaking problem

Failure Date: 08/12/2002

Vehicle was going 55mph on the expressway when temperature gauge dropped to red. Vehicle was pulled over due to oil leaking on the ground. No other signs indications that vehicle was having a problem. Vehicle was diagnosed as having a blown head gasket. Dealer was notified. Please provide more information.

6 Engine Oil Leaking problem

Failure Date: 08/10/2002

Took car in for routine oil change before taking another trip out of town. This was just 2 months after having oil leaks repaired and clutch cable replaced. Dealership checked on clutch cable and all was fine, however upon proceeding with oil change they found 2 more oil leaks! these were repaired and covered under power train warrenty. What happens when this warrenty runs out?.

7 Engine Oil Leaking problem

Failure Date: 06/23/2002

Took vehicle to dealership due to a problem with my manual transmission. Upon looking over the car they found several (about 4) oil leaks. These were repaired and covered under the power train warrenty since my car only had a little over 40,000 miles on it at the time.

8 Engine Oil Leaking problem

Failure Date: 03/28/2002

Consumer stated vehicle leaks oil due to blown head gasket. Dealer contacted. Nlm.

9 Engine Oil Leaking problem

Failure Date: 06/15/2001

Vehicle was leaking oil from underneath.



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