1995 Dodge Neon
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
11 recalls name the 1995 Dodge Neon. Newest first.
Dope, inc. IS recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dope, inc. Will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on july 28, 2009. owners may contact dope, inc. At 1-626-272-1798.
Sabersport IS recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on may 11, 2009. owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.
Certain aai motorsports combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above list passenger vehicles. combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Risk and remedy
Risk
Lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash
Remedy
Aai motorsports will notify owners and replace the lamps free of charge. the recall began on august 1, 2006. owners may contact aai motorsports at 909-923-9188.
Certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Remedy
Ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. the recall began on july 1, 2006. owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.
Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Remedy
Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began on april 3, 2006. owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the steering column coupler can become disconnected when the vehicle experiences an underbody impact.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Loss of steering control can occur.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the steering column coupler with a coupler design that collapses on impact.
The fuel and rear brake tubes can experience accelerated corrosion between the tubes and a rubber isolator.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Corrosion of the tubes can lead to brake fluid or fuel leakage. this can cause a loss of brakes or result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the brake, fuel supply and fuel vapor tubes for the presence of corrosion. any tubes showing corrosion will be replaced. all vehicles will have the rubber isolator replaced with a plastic clip.
The brake master cylinder can leak brake fluid due to a damaged double lip rear piston seal.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Brake fluid leakage can result in diminished effectiveness of one half of the split brake system. The instrument panel warning light(s) will signal system impairment prior to partial brake system loss.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the rear brake master cylindr piston assembly.
Moisture can get into the powertrain control module (pcm) causing driveability malfunctions, including stalling.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Should drive ability malfunctions or stalling occur whilethe vehicle IS in motion, a traffic accident may occur.
Remedy
The powertrain control modules on these vehicles will be replaced.
The rear brake hose mounting bracket screws can fail allowing the brake hoses to move out of position. The unrestrained hoses are then susceptible to damage which could result in brake fluid leakage.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Brake fluid leakage will reduce the braking performanceof the vehicle, extend stopping distances, and could result in an accident.
Remedy
The rear brake line hose bracket screws on these vehicles will be replaced.
The ABS brake master cylinder rear seal allows air to enter the brake system, causing spongy brakes or partial brake system loss.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Air entering the brake system caused extended stopping distance or partial loss of brakes which may result in an accident.
Remedy
Master cylinders will be inspected for the suspect build date code range and will be replaced if necessary.
Owner complaints
976 complaints130 involved a crash58 involved a fire126 injuries15 deaths
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Power train
The pcm on my 1995 dodge neon was replaced on june 16, 1994, 2 months after I bought the car. Done by jay chevrolet/geo/dodge in island park, ny. my car has been stalling on me and shutting down off and on for the past 5 years. I spent over $4000 to have parts replaced and the car still has the…
The pcm on my 1995 dodge neon was replaced on june 16, 1994, 2 months after I bought the car. Done by jay chevrolet/geo/dodge in island park, ny. my car has been stalling on me and shutting down off and on for the past 5 years. I spent over $4000 to have parts replaced and the car still has the problem. I want my car checked completely free of charge. it has only 110K and it has been cared for since day one. My brother IS a mechanic in oceanside, ny and has been my mechanic since I bought it new up until I moved to phoenix, az and all the mechanics I've used here can't fix my car. this IS unfair if the problem IS the pcm again. The car had complete diagnostics done by 3 mechanics and they can't find anything wrong. pcm does not show in diagnostics. p.s. I filled out my personal info with my current address but will be moving on may 12, 2018 to: 21220 n. 23RD ave phoenix az 85027
- Service brakes
Rear brakes locked up while driving .brake lining separated from shoe .than brake lines started leaking at frame hold down bracket. These are original parts. *tr
- Air bags · Electrical system › Horn
2005 dodge neon. consumer writes in regards to unreliable steering wheel horn circuit. *smd the consumer stated the horn sometimes to failed to honk. When he attempted to replace the steering wheel clock spring, he discovered there was no ground circuit; it was only a three wire device.
- Exterior lighting
Head lights goes out while driving. *tr
- Fuel system, gasoline
I have owned several first generation (1995-1999) dodge and plymouth neons. without exception, all of them have/had corrosion on the fuel filler pipe that was so bad that gasoline spilled on the ground when they were filled. I believe this IS a safety hazard and IS not, in my experience, normal. *tr
- Fuel system, gasoline
Gas tank leak (very slow and gradual). noticed only while parked, left drops on garage floor. car also had bad head gaskets, parking brake, and automatic transmission. *Tr
- Power train › Automatic transmission
I have a 1995 dodge neon. I have had problems with my transmission, etc. And had to have my transmission rebuilt, also replacing my head gasket, resulting in a great deal of money out of my pocket. my mechanic informed me they have seen nothing but problems with the neon. I have talked to…
I have a 1995 dodge neon. I have had problems with my transmission, etc. And had to have my transmission rebuilt, also replacing my head gasket, resulting in a great deal of money out of my pocket. my mechanic informed me they have seen nothing but problems with the neon. I have talked to several other people who have had or currently own a neon and they have had the same problems. there has never been a recall noted on the neon for the transmission problems. *tr
- Engine and engine cooling · Equipment › Appliance › Air conditioner · Fuel system, gasoline · Service brakes, hydraulic · Structure
Peeling paint on my 1995 dodge neon. I am on my third transmission, replaced air conditioner because of smoke under hood, brakes, rotors, fuel leaking, valve cover gasket, head gasket, no oil in engine had it towed. I also in the time I own my neon I have had all kinds of problems. After replacing…
Peeling paint on my 1995 dodge neon. I am on my third transmission, replaced air conditioner because of smoke under hood, brakes, rotors, fuel leaking, valve cover gasket, head gasket, no oil in engine had it towed. I also in the time I own my neon I have had all kinds of problems. After replacing all this I only had one recall sent to me on the steering coupler. I had that fixed at the dealer. But, I haven't had any other recalls sent to me. 2 transmissions and alot of money spent on a lemon. *tr
- Air bags
My niece and I were driving down the road and the airbags just deployed for no reason, busted my windshield, my 2 side windows, and tore my dash up real good. *tr
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
Replaced rusted out fuel tank that leaked fuel after filling it more then half-full. Repaired rusted out fuel inlet tube ( leaked when filling fuel tank) fuel tanks was recycled and still using inlet tube. *Jb
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle was parked in a school zone when the contact was asked to move the vehicle off school property due to excessive gas leaking and the potential for starting a fire on school property. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who determined the vehicle was…
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle was parked in a school zone when the contact was asked to move the vehicle off school property due to excessive gas leaking and the potential for starting a fire on school property. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who determined the vehicle was leaking gas and brake fluid and that the repairs should be covered under nhtsa recall#96v228000, regarding service brakes,hydraulic:foundation components:hoses,lines/piping, and fittings. the vehicle was than towed to the local dealer who determined that the vehicle was not included in the recall due to the vin. the vehicle was currently at the dealer waiting further examination and repairs.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
The rear brake line on the vehicle was so rusted that when I applied the brakes to make a left turn, the line broke and the brakes failed. luckily I was not stopping for a child, stop light, or obstruction and did not experience a crash. the nhtsa should seriously consider having chrysler issue a…
The rear brake line on the vehicle was so rusted that when I applied the brakes to make a left turn, the line broke and the brakes failed. luckily I was not stopping for a child, stop light, or obstruction and did not experience a crash. the nhtsa should seriously consider having chrysler issue a safety recall and make notice publicly so that all owners of this make, model, year vehicle are advised and can then have their brake lines inspected and fixed. *nm
- Steering › Steering wheel/handle bar
Consumer feels that there may have been a defect in 1995 neon causing the driver to lose his life. *ts a recall notice was sent 5 months after the consumers son was killed. the consumer didn't pursue any legal action to determine if a steering defect as mentioned in the recall notice caused the her son to loose control of the vehicle. *Jb
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Dt: the contact states there IS a nhtsa recall campaign 96v228000 concerning the ABS brakes. This vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall, but it IS not included in the recall due to vin. no repairs have been made.*ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine · Power train › Automatic transmission › Control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Vehicle drives from approx 8 miles before check engine light comes on. Then after that the engine sputters and stalls while driving down the road. After several minutes of waiting the vehicle can be driven for a few miles then stalls again. After sitting all night vehicle can be driven for a short…
Vehicle drives from approx 8 miles before check engine light comes on. Then after that the engine sputters and stalls while driving down the road. After several minutes of waiting the vehicle can be driven for a few miles then stalls again. After sitting all night vehicle can be driven for a short distance. Oedb2 code reader said cylinder 1 misfire.. Replaces spark plugs, wires, fuel filter, checked coil. Everything seams to be working fine. Vehicle can be ran at idle for very long time with no complications. Pcm IS bad.... Their IS a recall in effect but my vin doesn't match up. See recall 94v-033.. Been going on for quite some time now. And after ruling everything out it IS the pcm... I believe the recall should be re opened to include last 8 vin code st356500. *nm
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip · Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly · Suspension › Front › Hub
Dt: the caller said that brakes will not work one has to hit the brakes at the last minute. She said one can feel a pop, and then the brakes fail. She had to run into a ditch to keep form hitting someone. The police were called, and there a report was taken. there was a crash. There were…
Dt: the caller said that brakes will not work one has to hit the brakes at the last minute. She said one can feel a pop, and then the brakes fail. She had to run into a ditch to keep form hitting someone. The police were called, and there a report was taken. there was a crash. There were injuries to the pedestrian. She said the hub assembly was bad and had it replaced. Also, the tie rod wobbled and had it replaced. had another accident with the brakes when the car in front of stopped suddenly and brakes did not work. Police came and a report was taken. The lady in the other vehicle was injured. Dealer will take the car to dealer, and they will talk about it. Manufacturer has not been contacted yet. Caller said she was not informed about the problems the vehicle had when she bought it.*ak
- Air bags › Frontal
Both front air bags deployed when vehicle struck a pothole in the road. three occupants were in the vehicle at the time of the incident. both front seat occupants were slightly injured as a result of the air bag deployment. The passenger in the rear seat, a 7 month pregnant female, was not…
Both front air bags deployed when vehicle struck a pothole in the road. three occupants were in the vehicle at the time of the incident. both front seat occupants were slightly injured as a result of the air bag deployment. The passenger in the rear seat, a 7 month pregnant female, was not injured. car veered of the road and hit curb on undercarriage of vehicle after airbag deployment. the contact with the curb caused some damage, but the vehicle IS still drivable. *jb
- Power train › Automatic transmission › Control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Dt: the engine light came on. vehicle stalled and shook. took car to re pair shop where it was placed on a diagnostic machine. mechanic said they could not perform any repairs to the car until it was taken to a dealer for recall repairs on transmission control module. took to a dealer for repairs.
- Electrical system · Exterior lighting › Turn signal › Switch
A failed turn signal switch started an electrical fire in the chrysler vehicle. ***no answer required*** *mr the fire originated in the steering column. *Sc *jb
- Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections
As indicated on police report driver lost control of vehicle, ran off the side of a 2 lane highway, straddled a guard rail and some trees, before flipping over and catching on fire. vehicle totaled. Driver and passenger were killed. Two days prior to the accident, the driver complained about…
As indicated on police report driver lost control of vehicle, ran off the side of a 2 lane highway, straddled a guard rail and some trees, before flipping over and catching on fire. vehicle totaled. Driver and passenger were killed. Two days prior to the accident, the driver complained about steering problem . Steering column coupling recall 97v169000 repairs were performed on 02/06/98. cause of fire was undetermined.*ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Nhtsa campaign 96v228000; daimler chrysler issued a brake/fuel line recall. This vehicle was not included in the recall, but has developed corrosion on the brake lines, which has caused them not to operate. The vin was outside the remedy scope.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
The driver applied the brakes and pedal went to the floor. driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and drove home. the next day. No braking power at all. Vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the brake line hoses and other parts needed to be replaced. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Consumer received recall 96v228000 concerning brake line failure. while driving vehicle experienced brake failure. There was corrosion. consumer contacted the dealer. However, the problem recurred. *Ak
- Air bags
Consumer's vehicle hit a deer while driving about 60 mph. upon impact, air bags failed to deploy. vehicle was totalled. Driver was not injured. *ak
- Air bags › Frontal
After hitting a minor bump in the road front air bags deployed. dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *Ak
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Steering column separation
Mr. Larry a. Sackey submitted a petition to the national highway traffic safety administration (nhtsa) by letter dated april 18, 2003, requesting that nhtsafurther investigate the defective collapsible steering shaft system on 1987-1995 vehicles manufactured by the daimlerchrysler corporation.in part because of 49 cfr…
Mr. Larry a. Sackey submitted a petition to the national highway traffic safety administration (nhtsa) by letter dated april 18, 2003, requesting that nhtsafurther investigate the defective collapsible steering shaft system on 1987-1995 vehicles manufactured by the daimlerchrysler corporation.in part because of 49 cfr ? 30120(G), nhtsa has decided to limit the scope of the petition vehicles to 1993-1995 models, excluding the 1993 jeep grand cherokee and 1994-1995 dodge RAM series trucks that were recalled (93v210 & 96v230) for steering column failure.if the analysis of these vehicles had identified a potential problem, the scope could have been expanded in an investigation.a review of odi's data base shows no recent complaints and a lack of a complaint trend concerning the subject issue on the subject vehicles as a whole or by individual models.therefore, the petition IS denied.for details, see federal register notice volume 68, no. 130, july 8, 2003.
- Safety belt cinching latch plate
There are no injuries or fatalities associated with this alleged defect.while conducting this investigation, odi found that the subject cinches meet the load bearing requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard 208, and that many of the reported failures were due to incorrect child safety seat installations.…
There are no injuries or fatalities associated with this alleged defect.while conducting this investigation, odi found that the subject cinches meet the load bearing requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard 208, and that many of the reported failures were due to incorrect child safety seat installations. Additionally, the report rate IS low (1.60/100k).the information available fails to establish the existence of a defect trend at this time.further allocation of agency resources to this issue IS unwarranted and the preliminary evaluation IS being closed.
- Underhood fires
There is no summary currently available
- Oversensitive air bag deployments
- Oversensitive air bag deployment
There is no summary currently available
- Loss of steering control
There is no summary currently available
- Alleged fires in steering column area
The apparent cause of the problem IS the accumulation of brass powder, that wears off the electrical contacts inside the turn signal switch.this powder collects in small trails of grease that track from one contact to another.when the concentration of brass in the grease gets high enough, it can cause a high…
The apparent cause of the problem IS the accumulation of brass powder, that wears off the electrical contacts inside the turn signal switch.this powder collects in small trails of grease that track from one contact to another.when the concentration of brass in the grease gets high enough, it can cause a high resistance short.this short, in turn can ignite the grease and cause smoke to be emitted from the steering column.the grease used inside the switch, as well as the various plastic components in the column, are fire retardant and will not burn without a sustained heat source.there has been only a single verified incident that resulted in a vehicle fire and this reported fire was small, involving some charring of the steering wheel.all other verified incidents were limited to smoke from the column and minor internal damage to the steering column.
- Loss of steering control
There is no summary currently available
- Loss of steering control
There is no summary currently available
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10191460Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
- 10150552Child Seat Tether Anchor Installation This bulletin describes procedures to install Child Seat Tether Anchors based on Customer Request. Retrofits are subject to part availability. Vehicles in the following list that are marked **** for the model year are no longer supported with OEM retrofit kits. NOTE: Dealers are encouraged to honor any customers? request for the installation of the Child Seat Tether Anchors and Dealer reimbursement will be made by FCA US LLC regardless of vehicle age or mileage. See the Warranty Policy and Procedure Manual and/or Warranty Bulletin D-08-33 for reimbursement detail.
- 10001520Seat belt cinch bar service for various models including 2004 models.
- 6092304Subject regarding non-deployed airbag handling procedures.
- 6089800Daimlerchrysler corporation IS now offerinb airbag on / off switches for selected vehicles.
- 6089311Concerns with a/c evaporator odor. *Nlm
- 6089121Blower motor does not operate in freezing temperatures. *Nlm
- 6089086Concerns with water drips from roof rail weatherstrip channel into vehicle. *Nlm
- 6089084Vehicle may experience creak/rattle from front foot well. *Nlm
- 6089082Vehicle may experience door glass scratches. *Nlm
- 6089038Information on tire and wheel runout. *Nlm
- 6088858Information on gasket surface preparation on aluminum engine components. *Nlm
- 6088836Information regarding instrument cluster part specification. *Nlm
- 6088777Concerns with front brake squeal and /or creep/groan. *Nlm
- 6088773Concern howl from rear brakes during low speed stop. *Nlm
- 6088756Front end alignment torque specifications and shock adjustment procedures on competition package. *Nlm
- 621898Automatic transmission fluid usage ATF+4.
- 618396This bulletin involves installation of a new component to assist cam seal retention.
- 618049Subject regarding wire splice repairs.
- 612600Subject on proportioning valve brake pressure adapter tool revision.
- 612160Subject on the child seat tether anchors. *Mjs
- 612149Vehicles may experience clunking or rattle in steering wheel/steering column. *Mjs
- 610635Subject regarding child seat tether anchors.
- 610007Daimlerchrysler corporation IS now offering internal emergency trunk releases for selection vehicles.
- 609995This bulletin provides a revised wire splice procedure and related parts.
- 608371Daimler chrysler IS now offering internal emergency trunk releases for selected vehicles.
- 607963Information on child seat tether anchors.
- 607959This bulletin announces the availability and installation of a resuable automatic transmission oil pan gasket.
- 607916Technical service bulletin regarding multi-layer steel (mls) head gasket installation procedures.
- 600899Power steering system noise following cold engine starts in low ambient temperatures.
- 600862Information on installation of radio transmitting equipment.
- 600481Painted surfaces of the vehicle may experience a "milky" or "foggy" discoloration.
- 600474A howl noise from rear brakes during low speed stop.
- 54429Subject on instrument cluster part specifications.
- 54423Authorized airbag deactivation for medical necessity.
- 54399Water drips from roof rail weatherstrip channel into vehicle.
- 54099A howl type noise coming from the rear brakes during a low speed.
- 52963Various car owner's have expressed interest in using engine coolants made with propylene glycol instead of ethylene glycol.
- 41052Popping noise in front suspension when turning.
- 39979Loss of engine oil pressure during turning maneuvers.
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