Chrysler 300M 2001 Hood rust past 100k miles, any recourse?

Question

I've had the car for 6 years and the bubbles were present prior to 100k miles. Otherwise at 115k, the car runs and looks great. A door lock replaced, transmission rebuild and timing belt and water pump replacement are the only major items. Do I just suck it up and look for a new hood for replacement? How much for a new one with install and paint?

Answer 1

i own a repair and restoration shop,and about 300 for a good used ,hood and to paint it,,a new one is way too high,,they might do something about this if you contact them,,in 1977 i bought a dodge aspen rt,and in two years the fenders rotted off of it,,they replaced them free of charge,they might help you if you get in contact with customer care at Chrysler corporation,,you never know,,good luck hope this help,s.

Answer 2

Well, lets see, let me get this straight, you preplaced a door lock, transmission rebuild and timing belt and water pump replacement after 100,000 and you are pissing about the paint on the hood and expect the dealer to replace it?

SUCK IT UP!

Answer 3

I would guess that your car was in a hail storm at one time and paintless dent repair was used to remove the dents. The rusting comes from the paint be delaminated from the metal.

Unless you can prove otherwise, I think you should just buy a hood and have it painted.

Answer 4

I would call a dealer and check on perforation warranty.
Most are time limited (8yrs) not milage limited.