1996 Chrysler LHS Engine cooling Problems

“Our mechanic stated he has replace 9 to 10 timing belts, idler pully, water pumps on the same type of cars. It seams like the idler pully freezes, causing the water pump to freeze, which then causes the timing chain to break. Total cost to repair was 503.00 plus a large towing bill. I would think a $85.00 pulley should be made better as to not cause so much damage when it breaks.”

“The consumer stated the vehicle stalled without warning. The consumer tried to restart the vehicle but was unsuccessful. The consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealer. The mechanic informed the driver that the engine needed to be replaced please provide additional details.”

“Vehicle would stall out while driving at highway speeds. Sometimes vehicle could be restarted after stalling out. Took vehicle to dealership, but mechanic could not resolve problem. Dealer stated to consumer stalling could be related to the fuel pump, however if they could not find the problem, the consumer would be charged. Vehicle intermittently will not start, it will crank but it will not start, after letting it sit for an hour or two it will start.”

“By 35000 miles, water pump leaked, p/s pump leaked and oil pan leaked. Also, rear window defogger failed. All replaced under warranty. Windshield subject to chipping, has been replaced once.”