Just tonight picked up my Jeep. $5100. No help from Daimler Chrysler. They're hung up on the age of the vehicle. #5 rod broke in the middle, a six inch diameter hole was made and the camshaft was broke in half. (And just for kicks, a small hole was made in the oil pan) If I can figure how to reduce my photos to the required size, I'll post a couple. That engine was a WRECK!
The dealer didn't quite follow the rules of this state when it came to proper notification of an increase in the repair estimate. I'm working on that. And I haven't given up on dealing with DC. Between e-mails and letters at least I'll improve on my typing.