Two problems related to engine cooling system have been reported for the 1996 Plymouth Breeze. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Car leaks a mocha/chocolate color fluid. Then overheated after being driven about 1. 5 miles . I added coolant to bottle and 1 qt oil. Temp gauge was still up after idling for 5-6 minutes. My mechanic examined vehicle and said liquid is oil mixed with water and there is oil in radiator. I contacted Chrysler corp and they instructed me to take to nearest dealer (michael stead hilltop, richmond, CA) for diagnosis ($89) by service dept. My mechanic suspects blown head gasket or cracked block (?).
I'm so disappointed in this car. I bought it new in 1996, and it's been constant problems since I did. The first time the head gasket went out, the car was still under warranty, but has gone out twice since then. I've spent so much money on repairs, that I could have bought a whole new car if you add it all up. The brakes are always squeeking and wearing out quickly. Whenever one thing goes wrong, it's quickly followed by several other problems. My transmission had a massive leak last year (2001) that took the dealer two times to fix. But now it's leaking again. I went and bought a new kia two days ago--but I'm reluctant to try and sell this lemon to anybody. It has no trade in value whatsoever. Now that I'm aware of the major head gasket problems, I wonder if there's any sort of class action lawsuit against the makers of Plymouth? I want my money back!!!.