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Consumer was concerned that vehicle would stall when braking. None of the instrument gauges were operating, and the interior light would intermittently coming on while driving. Dealer informed consumer that none of the above issues were covered under recall due to VIN.
This is an used auto but it has many problems, some were told to me by a mechanic that were recalls, there are many things wrong such as the floors fill up with water when it rains, the door hinges have rusted and broke, the brakes squeal, the motor leaks oil around the sealsthe fan doesn't kick on to cool the motor nor does the gauge register when it is hot. Are these things that the recalls take care of?
Brakes and have replaced twice and still continue to squeak. I have found dozens of complaints online about the brakes, as well as the head gasket blowing. I have found hundreds of complaints from others who have also had to have the head gasket replaced within 5 years.
Oil leak by head gasket leaking onto exhaust manifold. Replaced valve cover gasket (rocker arm cover gasket)& problem still exists - fire hazard. Based on info from mechanic Chrysler has faulty head gaskets which have to be replaced by new process head gasket. Need assistance with facilitating repair at dealer. I am also constantly replacing the brakes within less than 7 - 8 mos. Less than everyday use of vehicle should not require 2 brake jobs per year.
- Irvington, NJ, USA
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Had head gasket replaced in July 1998. Currently, leaking again. Dealer told consumer first time, dealer had to use faulty part. Dodge paid for repair first time. Currently, they refuse. Also, had to have air conditioner and cruise control replaced. The A/C failed for the second time. Brakes make loud noise.
The following are a list of problems we have had with this car: Air flow knob failed, valve cover gaskets 3X's, head gasket, squeaking brakes, camshaft sensor seal failure, spark plug O-ring, spark plugs and wires, rear suspension came loose, loud exhaust. Show us you can do the people who need your help some good. Get us some answers!!!!!!
ABS brakes would make squealing noises first thing in moring, but later squealing noises would disappear. Brake pads are worn down. Passenger's window would be whistling; has no weather stripping. The spark plugs keeps blowing out. Also, engine head gaskets are not working properly. Whenever the spark plugs are blown, the vehicle would just stop running.
While applying the brakes in a regular stopping situation, no inclement weather, the brakes went out. The pedal went to floor and vehicle kept moving. Driver used the emergency parking brake to stop vehicle. This happened without warning. The master cylinder and ABS brakes were replaced by the dealer.
Brakes squeaky from the date of purchase, egr valve was replaced at 39,000 miles. Engine head gasket leaks at only 42,000 miles(est cost of all repairs $800) egr valve already paid for, wanting assistance from Chrysler for head gasket.
It happens probably 2 times a day. When I am almost stopped from a slow speed pulling in a driveway, it sounds like the ABS brakes are going off. They make a funny vibrating noise and the brake pedal goes wacko. It doesn't want to stop. It seems to happen more now than ever before. I took it to the dealer and they said nothing was wrong, yet I know that this is not right. I feel very uncomfortable and scared that one day it really isn't going to stop. Please advise if you have any ideas. Thank you!
The ABS brakes locked up while traveling approximately 30mph on wet pavement. Another vehicle had crossed center line & brakes were applied quickly. The other vehicle was broadsided. At the time of impact, the air bags did not deploy. No injuries. Has police report.
Brakes seemed low and mechanic checked, no repairs. When driving at 30 mph, applied brakes and extended stopping distance occurred, when pumping brakes they get better. Dealer not aware of the problem. Problem still exists. Provide further information.
Whenever the brakes were applied, they would squeak. Had noticed the rotors were rusting out. Had taken vehicle to dealer & told would not repair the rotors due to state using salt on the road. Also, the head gaskets had blown & started to leak a lot of oil.
When consumer drives vehicle about 20 mph and steps on the brake pedal to stop vehicle, the brakes start making noise like grinding metal to metal. Sometimes she loses control of the vehicle while vehicle it is pulling to the left side. Consumer had repaired the brakes before for this problem. Dealer was contacted.
Brakes: When driving and attempting to stop the car, the brakes will not slow the car down. For a split second, brakes make a humming noise and then they catch. They are okay for a while. Dealer says the anti-lock brake sensors are bad. Car has been in five times for brake sensors.
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- Elmont, NY, USA