Oil noticed on ground under vehicle. Mechanic says head gasket is leaking oil out of engine. Head gasket failure is causing oil to be leaked onto ground which causes ecological damage to our environment per epa. This web site documents this as a trend for this platform of Plymouth vehicle. There must be tens of thousands of gallons of petroleum oil being spilled into our environment by these vehicles, maybe more. These vehicles are injuring us all and should no longer be used unless properly and permanently fixed.

- Plymouth, MI, USA

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.

- Yakima, WA, USA

Ltr fwd fm M. balwin/NHTSA region X fm laura feinstein(wa) re the defective head gasket. Torn head gasket caused fuel to leak out on to the ground.

- Seattle, WA, USA

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

- Seattle , WA, USA

The vehicle had a defective head gasket. The consumer inquired about recalls/warranties or other information concerning defective head gaskets.

- Seattle, WA, USA

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.

- Seattle, WA, USA

While traveling on the highway and without prior warning the head gasket start leaking gasoline from underneath the vehicle. Please fill in additional information dealer is aware of the problem.

- Greenburg, PA, USA

It's unbelievable that a 4 year old car would have the head gasket go out. Luckily, the dealer was able to fix it without the need for a new engine. But it still cost $1051 to have the car fixed. I've heard that other Breezes have had the same problem. I am very unhappy about the whole thing.

- Denver, CO, USA

Consumer states that an oil leak occurred at approximately 60,000 miles which he had repaired, consumer also states that there was a complete failure at 101,000 miles in which head gaskets failed. *

- Humble, TX, USA

Dealer claims head gasket is blown. Some oil leakage has been noted by owner. Other NHTSA complaints indicate it could damage radiator so I need to find crysler's desire/need to replace this defective part.

- Cleveland, OH, USA

Consumer states that an oil leak occurred at approximately 60,000 miles which he had repaired, consumer also states that there was a complete failure at 101,000 miles in which head gaskets failed. *

- Humble, TX, USA

Head gaskets blewout, and engine check light came on. Vehicle started leaking oil. Contacted a dealer, and dealer got approval from Chrysler to fix vehicle at no charge.

- Morrisville, NC, USA

Head gasket found leaking at 54000 miles, replaced, now found leaking again at 107,000 miles. Dealer says not covered due to mileage, but that there have been 3 revisions on the gaskets up to now.

- Gilbert, AZ, USA

Head gasket is leaking.

- Columbus, OH, USA

Engine head gasket was leaking into radiator and all over the ground. Also, had 2 service codes on engine, but engine was still leaking. Please provide further informaton.

- Indianapolis, IN, USA

Gasket blown causing oil leak.

- Alta Loma, CA, USA

Head gasket started to leak but dealer wanted $1500 to fix. Now it is leaking very bad.

- Lenexa, KS, USA

I have been having problems with oil dripping from my 1996 Plymouth Breeze. I took it to my mechanic, who told me that the problem was a bad head gasket. I was told by him that Plymouth was have a problem with that vehicle and that should be a recall item. I contacted Chrysler about my problem and they advised that it wasn't a recalled problem, and it never will be. For them to fix it, it will cost upwards of 2,000 dollars. I have tried to reason with them, but couldn't get anywhere with them. The problem is very messy for my driveway, and probably a safety concern the more I drive it on the road. I hope NHTSA puts our concerns to the forfront and gets Chrysler to address our situation and finally put the problem on the recall list. As a fan of the chrsyler product and buyer, I hope that something can be done. Frank cortez

- Tinley Park, IL, USA

Head gasket has been replaced at 32000 and 42000 miles. Consumer noticed a loss of power, and took vehicle to dealer to check it. Was informed that head gasket needed to be changed.

- Rochester, NY, USA

Consumer was getting an oil change, and oil was found in radiator. Gaskets have to be replaced before engine blows. Manufacture will not approve coverage for it, and has not annouced a recall.

- New Britan, CT, USA