13 problems related to engine oil leaking have been reported for the 1996 Plymouth Breeze. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The vehicles head gasket cracked which resulted in an oil leak. The dealer was notified. The vehicles head gasket cracked which resulted in an oil leak. The dealer was notified. Oil leak started before Aug 2002 but other components were diagnosed as problem. Ultimately, the mechanic checked the head gasket and found the root of the problem. I had the part replaced at my own expense to have the car repaired.
The head gasket was really the problem that I have the biggest beef about. I have had an oil leak since at least August 2002 and the mechanic that I've been taking my car to has replaced the oil pressure switch twice and most recently the cam shaft switch. At the last repair, he indicated that I had a torn head gasket, a very common problem with my model of car. I made an appointment with the local Chrysler dealer and then contacted Chrysler about some monetary assistance with this repair. Chrysler confirmed the problem with the dealer and then did nothing for two days until I called back and found out that the decision rested in the regional manager's hands who was out of town on vacation for 4 more days. I contacted Chrysler again and escallated the decision through a few levels of management and found that my request had been denied due to the age of the car and its mileage. This irritates me for several reasons. Head gaskets are supposed to have a much longer life span that 72k miles. This is a well documented defect with the car I have and I feel that a recall is in order. From what I've read on the internet, many Breeze/neon owners have had success convincing Chrysler to pay for some of the repair. I brought my car in on Tuesday night and it wasn't until the end of the day on Thursday that Chrysler made their decision. In the meantime, the mechanic did not repair the problem because he was waiting on the response from Chrysler. Hence, I was out of the use of my car an additional two days. Additionally, I've already incurred about $400 in expenses most likely related to this head gasket from previous repairs to my oil leak problem. It's a shame all this happened because I was pretty pleased with the car up until I discovered this problem.
Oil is leaking from engine head gasket for the second time. The first time it was repaired by dealer.
Vehicle experienced oil leakages and smoke coming from the hood. Vehicle taken to dealer shop, and informed consumer of a blown head gasket. Repairs being made at consumer's cost.
After an oil leak was detected, was told the engine head gasket/motor mount support, and transmission needed replacement.
Oil pan design defect caused initial report . . See odi 701385. . Reported Nov 1998 when oil pan wore thru and developed slow oil leak and oil pressure warning light failed resulting in engine seizingnecesitating rebuild at aprx $3700. . At 5114 miles later(52900) while on hoist, owner checked pan and found that the pan has again worn almost through from road abrasions during just normal operation with occasional dragging on speed bumbs ,driveway inclines ,road gutters on drive in etc. If continues to wear at current rate expect failure on the new replacement pan in 2500-5000 miles. This pan area immediately below oil drain plug is totally unprotected and is 1st area of impact when car dips for any reason enough to make contact with road. It according to the mechanic at northglenn Dodge when showed to him on hoist and ask. . Is a common problem with the Breeze and seen alot. I intend to pursue problem directly with Plymouth factory. Airbags failed @ 35mph in accident when Breeze rearended a 1964 chev carrall foldi.
While either parked or driving vehicle keeps leaking oil. Power would drop when pulling from stop sign or light. Took to dealer & each time oil was replaced to the motor. The fluid that's leaking out looks red. Mechanic cannot locate leaking problem.
Severe oil leakage in car has caused problems, and oil has to be checked everyday. Vehicle is not under warranty. Dealer has stated that it is possible of a faulty engine gasket.
Rear main seal is leaking oil. Dealer notified, and informed consumer to try to get a recall or fix it at his own expense.
Consumer has been experiencing oil leakage since 1997. Vehicle was at dealership four times for this problem. Dealership--maryland motors, rockville MD. Mechanic/service manager-mike catron admitts there is an oil leak.
1996 Plymouth Breeze 2. 0 engine leaks extreme amounts of oil from area where upper, lower, and front seal come together. Not the seal itself. Also seems to run hot. It is not a problem caused over time. It is not sealed from new. Also interior has completely deteriorated as if it were 50 years old.
Ltr fm laura feinstein (wa) re the defective head gasket. . . The head gasket had torn. Oil leaked from the vehicle. The dealer was contacted for monetary assistance which was discussed with a few Chrysler representatives and the request was denied. The consumers mechanic stated that there were other vehicles that had experienced the same problem. The consumer had requested a full reimbursement for the repair cost. Scc.
Now on 8th trip to mechanic & $1200 spent. Still leaking sign. Amount of oil for the last 8 weeks. Going back to dealership 6/5/2000.