10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #3

Dec 011999

Neon

  • miles
Engin ehead gasket blew out every 6-8 months/ brake caliper collapsed, and instrument panel dead; no assistance from Dodge.

- Switzerland, FL, USA

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problem #2

Jan 011997

Neon

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
The defective right brake caliper "sticking, " causing the calipers to wear out and vehicle to sway to right side. Almost caused an accident. Also while driving over a bump the defective suspension, caused the vehicle to hit the ground. Vehicle also experienced transmission problem. Dealer cannot determine problem.

- Oceanside, CA, USA

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problem #1

Sep 201997

Neon

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
When brakes are applied they grind. Owner took the vehicle to an independent repair shop and was informed that the front caliper was sticking, not allowing the brake pads to function properly.owner then took vehicle to the dealer for an appointment.

- Rapid City, SD, USA

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