Engine Head Gasket Leaking problems of the 1999 Plymouth Breeze

Two problems related to engine head gasket leaking have been reported for the 1999 Plymouth Breeze. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Engine Head Gasket Leaking problem

Failure Date: 02/17/2003

I noticed that my car was running quite differently. I had it checked out and was told that I have a leaking head gasket. I only have 28,000 miles on my car. It is a '99. There is no reason for me to have these issues with a car that has barely been driven. I called Chrysler and told them of the issue. I was told that since it was no longer under warranty there was nothing they could do for me and that it was my problem. This is obviously a defect on Chrysler's part. I've spoken with others with the same defect.

2 Engine Head Gasket Leaking problem

Failure Date: 01/25/2003

Defective head gasket on 1999 Plymouth Breeze with 39,387 miles. Vehicle was purchased 4/11/02. When I took the car in for the first oil change, I was informed the head gasket was leaking and it was recommended I take it back to the dealer for replacement. However, the dealer told me the warranty was good for 3 years or 36,000 miles and their only offer was to replace it for $630. I declined, preferring to take it to someone I trust. I have since learned of at least two other Plymouth/Dodge owners that had their head gaskets replaced at less than 60,000 miles. Daimler Chrysler needs to address this issue in a manner other than charging the owner to replace a defective part.




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