I have had to replace the dip stick 4 times now on my 1999, 6cyl dodge dakota. 2 sticks purchased from chrysler dealer. The last 3-4 inches is broken off and stays in the oil pan. Could it be hit by the crankshaft? Any help appreciated.
Wrench

 

worse, it could be jammed into something, like the crankshaft, or rods, oil pump, the list goes on
I would drop the oil pan and get them out, anything in your oil can destroy your engine, you wouldn't belive the damage that it could do

 

ya I would drop the pan and get them out. it will wreck your motor if it ever got picked up.