Engine Head Gasket Failure Problems of Dodge Stratus - part 1

- the contact owns a 2001 Dodge Stratus. The contact was driving 65 mph when the contact smelled a strong smell of fuel in the car and the engine warning indicator light came on. The vehicle decelerated, the contact attempted to restart the vehicle and tried several times. The contact inspected the vehicle for possible leaks, but there were none present at the time of the incident. This failure has occurred five times. The dealer told the contact that the engine valve failed. The first incident occurred in 2003 when the head gasket failed at 20,000 miles. The Dodge dealer stated there have been several complaints for the same incident. The contact has take the vehicle to the dealer 5 times for repairs involving the same failure since 2003. A rebuilt engine was installed in the vehicle on one occasion in 2003. The carwas 5 years old with 51,000 miles. The contact tried to register this issue with Chrysler 3 years ago but was not sure it it was successful . The vehicle was under warranty at the time. Updated 01/29/07.

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Head gasket failed with mileage of less than 35,000. Gasket was replaced at owners expense by dealership.

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Head gasket failure. Cannot afford to replace, just hope the engine will not catch fire.

Head gasket failed at 31,000 miles on 1997 Dodge Stratus.

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Head gasket failed at approx. 72,000 miles. It seems like this is a common problem in Dodge Stratus and Dodge neon based on all the complaints I have read on the internet. I would like Dodge/Chrysler to take some responsibility for the problem, as I was told they are aware a problem exists and have since change the style of gasket used.

Blown head gasket, second 1999 Dodge Stratus we have had to pay to have the head gasket replaced. Was this not recalled, I see alot of similar complaints.

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"the famous head gasket failure that nobody wants to touch". Yes, I have a 98 Dodge Stratus that is leaking at the head gasket. I had to buy one of those flat pans to catch the oil in while the car is parked in the garage. My 2 year old got out there the other day and decided to play in the used oil. Is this not a safety issue? having to keep a pan of dirty oil under a car? I drain it once a week and get at least 1 quart. (and have to pay to dispose of it) come on here! so, on top of the fire hazard (hot oil on a hot catalyst), now we have poisoning issues with our children. Is anybody going to help us, or should we just start the whole class action lawsuit? I am sure there are enough people here to back me up on this. According to all of the complaints here, Dodge already knows about it and made a stronger gasket to replace it with.

The head gasket failed. Jb.

Head gasket failed at 58k miles, caused oil leak,like so many other 1997 Dodge Stratus with four cylinder engine, 2. 4l.

Engine headgasket failure. I have a 1998 Dodge Stratus with a 2. 4l and a year ago when I noticed that my engine had a very significant oil leak coming from the head gasket. The car has 75000 miles. I contacted Dodge recall center and they told me that there is no recall for this problem. I have called for repair quotes and it can range from 600 to 800 dollars to repair.

Head gasket failure internet reveals widespread problem. Dealer acknowledged problem. Called Chrysler they said individual dealers would handle problem on a case by case basis. Reputable dealer also aaa offered to repair as good will for $378. I hope someone else benefits from my experience. What is the correct thing for a manufacturer to do when it appears every single engine will eventually fail before the expected life of the part? can the gov't help us? dt.

After several attempts to stop oil leaking from my car, it was discovered that the car needed the head gasket replaced. The manufacture states this part is out of warranty. I have seen where several people of complained about this very problem and I am wondering what recourse I have to get my money refunded. I have spent $700. 00 in repairs. Dt.

Vehicle had developed a constant oil leak. Before taking to dealership for review, we did extensive research on internet & determined that head gasket issues were highly evident in the Stratus. Numerous records also indicated that Chrysler was well aware of issue, although no formal recall had been done. Upon taking to dealer, diagnostic confirmed head gasket needed replacement. Total cost was approx. $700 & we had to pay $511 of it. Prior to paying, made several calls to Chrysler trying to solicit a higher level of assistance on it. Csr reps gave indication that my request was plausible, but dealer service mgr. Continued to only approve orig. $200 of assistance which supposedly Chrysler dist. Mgr. Backed up. I have not been given any satisfaction on trying to contact the dist. Mgr. Ongoing high level of complaints on this same issue should warrant recall and Chrysler backing full cost of repair. I'm continuing with several consumer agencies to recoup my $500, including looking into small claims court.

My head gasket hasn't totally blown yet but my car is going through a quart of oil a week. I've had the gasket cover replaced and new spark plug wires installed. Oil still coming out . I take care of my car but not through the dealer. I had to replace the rotors at 16000 miles. Albany Dodge said that they could resurface them for $90 a piece. I believe the rotors should not have been messed up at that time.

This vehicle was purchased in February of 1996. Since the date of purchase the headgasket on the vehicle has been replaced twice and is currently undergoing a third replacement. The first headgasket replacement was at the cost of the customer, the second at the cost of the dealer under a service bulletin agreement. The third replacement cost was turned down by daimler Chrysler but the local dealer offered a discount on labor to the customer for customers repeated business reasons. The head gasket should have never failed a third time after production and installation of the newly designed headgasket for the Chrysler vehicles. Customer requests full compensation for first headgasket replacement and third replacement per faulty design by daimler chysler.

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Head gasket failure, when called the manufacturer they stated that I will only need to pay a deductable and that Chrysler will pick up the rest of the bill. Is seems to be an on-going issue with Dodge Stratus'. If the manufacturere readily agrees to handle the situation maybe they are utilizing the secert warranty or the adjustable warranty. Went on line and noticed this is a wide spread problem with Dodge Stratus'.

Head gasket failed.

The head gaskets fail on these cars pre-maturely and oil leaks from the engine spraying oil mist onto the catalitic converter wich could in turn start the vehicle on fire. I have read hundreds of complaints on the internet and have called the daimler-Chrysler recall line and they have no intention on making this problem correct for the consumer. Estimates to repair this defective head gasket have ranged between 700 and 800 dollars. I firmly believe that these vehicles need to be recalled and repaired for free it is clearly a defect in material/workmanship that never happens to cars normally and a fire hazard from the oil mist contacting the very hot catalitic converter. Please help us.

At approximatly 49,500 miles on my 1998 Dodge Stratus I noticed an oil leak while doing an oil change. I kept a watch on this and determined that the head gasket was where the problem was. At this time I did some research on the internet and found out that there were many complaints and service bulletins on the head gasket on this model and engine size. I then contacted the dealer where the vehicle was purchased and they verified that the head gasket was the problem and that it was going to cost me $600. 00 or more to have the problem fixed. I then did more research into this and found out that there is an excessivly high incident of the head gasket failing on this model in both the 1997 and 1998 years, and when questioning people in the surrounding area found out that nearly every person that has purchased this model and engine combination have had the same failure and most of them with around 50,000 miles. I do not feel that I should have to pay the full amount to repair something that is a known and commen manufacturer problem ( Dodge implemented a new gasket design on the 1999 model year to correct the problem). Also I think that based on the frequency of this failure there should be a full manufacturer recall, this problem also causes a safety concern of the possibility of a fire in the engine compartment due to the severity, and location of the oil leak .

A loss of oil while driving. Dealer was notified, and informed of a head gasket failure. Feel free to provide any further information on this matter.

I have had two head gaskets replaced in a 6000 mile span I am mad.

Tie-rod failed no steering,2 headgasket failures in past 5 years,brake rotors fail every 2 years. . . .

My first head gasket was replaced 03/26/1998. Here it is three years later and it goes again? a call was placed to Chrysler on 02/28/2001, and they even stated that the head gaskets are bad and a new one should do the trick. Why should I have to pay for a second head gasket, when the very first one should have lasted the life of the car. This is absolutely ridiculous. Today, I am sending a registered letter to Chrysler as well.

Headgasket failure should be covered under an extended warranty if the car has less than 50,000 miles. 0,000 miles.

Coolant was getting into oil. Vehicle taken to an independent shop, and informed consumer that 2. 4l engine had a head gasket failure. Manufacturer was not notified at this time. Feel free to provide any further details on this matter.

Headgasket failed, Dodge dealer informed consumer this is a known problem.

Head gasket failure - severe oil leak.

Consumer noticed large amount of oil on driveway. Dealer has been contacted. Technician stated that head gasket needed to be replaced. The head gasket failure results in leaking oil on to the engine which would be fire hazard a s well.

Head gasket failure which causes oil leak that is reported as a possible fire hazard.

Apparantly all Dodge Stratus head gaskets are failing and it is not covered under the warranty. I guess Dodge will sell you a cheap car and make up the difference by charging you a fortune to fix their mistakes.

Head gasket failure, severe oil leak.

Head gasket replaced at 65k miles. Chrysler paid for part.

Head gasket was replaced originally in Nov 00 and was replaced 3 additional times within the next 6-8 month period. I noticed the same problem again earliers this year and am preparing to take it in for the 5th time.

A significant oil leak developed because of a failed head gasket in 10/2000. Mileage at time of failure around 42,000. Replacement gasket (Dodge replacement as per service bulletin # 09-08-99 installed by Dodge dealership mechanics) failed in 3/2002 after 21,000 miles.

Have heard other reports of head gaskets failing on this model, apparantly is a big problem.