Chicago Drivers Blame Jiffy Lube Oil Changes for Costly Engine Damage - Internewscast Journal

Chicago drivers allege botched oil changes at Jiffy Lube shops led to engine damage and high repair bills. Eric McRoberts describes a 2025 incident in which an oil change caused smoking and a missing center piece from the oil filter cap, necessitating towing. A dealership diagnostic suggested coolant-oil contamination likely damaged bearings, with a replacement engine estimated at over $28,000; Jiffy Lube reportedly refused to cover the cost, prompting an insurance claim. The Yorkville outlet cited timing issues, with work already underway at a BMW dealership when the claim arose. Since late 2025, eight additional drivers report similar damage ranging from $1,400 to $13,000, as the I-Team compiles receipts and estimates while Jiffy Lube responses echo ongoing, case-by-case assessments.