10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
1,467 miles

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problem #91

Jan 051999

Neon

  • miles
Problem with a blown engine head gasket causing oil leakages. Dealer notified and informed repairs was not under a mfr. Recall.

- Toledo, OH, USA

problem #90

Jan 071999

Neon

  • miles
Engine head gasket has failed, leaking large amounts of oil into the posterior part of the engine. Through research have found this is a common problem with the Neon, and at times has resulted in engine fires. This poses a significant safety risk and I am wondering why there has not been a recall. I also feel that Chrysler should be held accountable for this failure and needs to pay for the cost of the repair.

- Cuyahoga Falls, OH, USA

problem #89

Oct 011999

Neon

  • miles
We would like to know if there has been any recall problems with the 1996 Dodge Neon due to head gasket problems.

- Meriden, CT, USA

problem #88

Jan 032000

Neon

  • miles
I have heard recently that engine head gasket failure is very common with the Dodge Neons as well as other Chrysler cars. I noticed my car was leaking last week sometime, and didn't realize it was coming from teh head gasket. It does not make sense to me that so many of teh Dodge Neons are having this problem if Dodge made a good product. If they know that all of these cars are having this problem and there is rumor of a secret warranty out there if you raise enough fuss, doesn't it seem fair, and lawful that Chrysler should issue a recall on the cars and fix teh head gaskets on their products before further trouble is caused. If I was oblivious to teh leak couldn't I have caused further damage that could have been prevented had Chrysler not cut corners and made a cheap gasket to begin with? is it my fault that when I purchased the car I was not informed that eventually I would have to spend close to a thousand dollars to fix my car because Chrysler didn't feel like making a strong head gasket, and wanted to save a little money. I feel as if I am being screwed here, and I feel that I should be reimbursed. How many people must complain before Chrysler issuses a recall. A recall that is obviously necessary.

- Moreno Valley, CA, USA

problem #87

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

problem #86

Dec 201999

Neon

  • miles
Defective design of the engine head gasket caused coolant to leak through the valve cover which could spray into the engine compartment, and start a fire. Dealer said head gasket and valve cover needed to be replaced.

- Middleboro, MA, USA

problem #85

Dec 231999

Neon

  • miles
The following are a list of problems we have had with this car: Air flow knob failed, valve cover gaskets 3X's, head gasket, squeaking brakes, camshaft sensor seal failure, spark plug O-ring, spark plugs and wires, rear suspension came loose, loud exhaust. Show us you can do the people who need your help some good. Get us some answers!!!!!!

- Monrovia, IN, USA

problem #84

Dec 031999

Neon

  • miles
Premature failure of engine head gasket.

- Alexandria, VA, USA

problem #83

Nov 281999

Neon

  • miles
Oil is leaking bad from the head gasket... I see that you already got quite some complaints... what about a recall"?" oil leaking is close to the manifold... could cause some fire... recall...

- Chico, CA, USA

problem #82

Nov 251999

Neon

  • miles
After a search on the internet, I found several cars with the same problem... someone suggest a repair under the secret extended warranty from Chrysler... I'm gonna try it... price to replace head gasket: 700 dlls and up.

- Chico, CA, USA

problem #81

Jun 231998

Neon

  • miles
Head gasket continually fails causing leakage. Mjs

- Nevada Cit, CA, USA

problem #80

Jun 231998

Neon

  • miles
Head gasket continually fails causing leakage. Mjs

- Nevada Cit, CA, USA

problem #79

Oct 021999

Neon

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Noticed oil leak due to a blowen out engine head gasket due to poor design. Contacted dealer.

- South Hampton, MA, USA

problem #78

Nov 161999

(reported on)

Neon

  • miles
Took vehicle to a neighbor who is mechanic, and told her that the part that broke was a bolt that was part of the engine mount.

- Westfield, MA, USA

problem #77

Nov 101999

Neon

  • miles
While driving on the highway turned off a side road heard a loud noise. Got out of vehicle and checked the tires and the tires were fine. Got the vehicle home. Contacted the dealer. Dealer stated vehicle was not under warranty. Took it to a neighbor who is a mechanic, and told consumer that the part that broke was an engine mount bolt.

- Westfield, MA, USA

problem #76

Nov 101999

Neon

  • miles
While drivning on the highway, turned off on side road and heard a loud noise, vehicle started to vibrate. Got out of vehicle to check tires, and tires were fine.

- Westfield, MA, USA

problem #75

Nov 161999

(reported on)

Neon

  • miles
Engine head gasket cracked, causing oil to leak onto the engine block. Dealer has been notified.

- Anadalusia, PA, USA

problem #74

Oct 291999

(reported on)

Neon

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Leaking head gasket is a safety concern to the driver.

- Altamont, NY, USA

problem #73

Oct 291999

(reported on)

Neon

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Leaking head gasket is a safety concern to the driver.

- Altamont, NY, USA

problem #72

Oct 291999

(reported on)

Neon

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Leaking head gasket is a safety concern to the driver.

- Altamont, NY, USA

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