10.0
really awful- Crashes / Fires:
- 2 / 1
- Injuries / Deaths:
- 0 / 0
- Average Mileage:
- 2,346 miles
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While driving, consumer heard strange noise and then vehicle died, mechanic stated cylinder head broke, causing timing belt to break, water pump to lock up, and other parts to fail, consumer states this is a manufacturers defect and questions why there is no recall, consumer is also requesting reimbursement.
- Carol Stream, IL, USA
Oil is leaking from head gasket which could damage engine.
- Round Rock, TX, USA
Head gasket failures are common with Neons. I have aske chrisyler to settle my complaint and they don't care.
- Fredericktown, OH, USA
Head gasket is defective in all 1995-1999 Dodge Neons, in 2000 models, Dodge Corp used a different manufacturer and the new head gaskets have a safety cover to prevent burning.I have reported this to Chrysler Corp(my file #[xxx])and they refuse to admit to the defect and only will grant $100 to provide assistance to a $820 repair.VIN#[xxx], please help!! information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
- Chesterfield, VA, USA
Head gasket failed at 85,800 and has now failed again.
- Lee, NH, USA
Vehicle has experienced a leaking head gasket on two occasions, the dealer stated that they now use a metal gasket because of all the failures.
- Peoria, AZ, USA
A bent valve caused misfiring in cylinder #4.
- Mesa, AZ, USA
Rred at approx. 90000 miles. Have had brake system replaced approx. Every 30000 miles.
- Jacksonville, FL, USA
Engine head gasket failed 12/9/00. It was determined that it was a salvaged engine. A replacement engine, also salvaged, was sent to mechanic by great lakes warranty company. On 1/18/01, the head gasket failed once again, only 4 weeks since the last repair for the same problem. The great lakes warranty expires 1/26/01. It is unknown why the original engine was replaced.
- Perth Amboy, NJ, USA
Driver experienced no heat, and then problem became worse. Dealer said it was head gasket.
- Yonkers, NY, USA
Many persistent problems with car. Especially with head gaskets and brakes. Have heard from many other Neon owners of head gasket problems. Have had breaks replaced at least every year of ownership and sometimes twice in a couple of years. Breaks sqeak and moan regardless.
- Indianapolis, IN, USA
Vehicle experienced overheating and shut off. Vehicle taken to dealer, and informed of a head gasket failure. Manufacturer notified, and informed consumer that vehicle was out of its warranty, and not covered under a recall. Feel free to provide any further details on this matter.
- O"Fallon, IL, USA
While trraveling at speed of 70 mph noticed vehicle smoking. Dealer stated head gasket was leaking oil.
- Newport News, VA, USA
09/13/2000-head gasket, timing belt, water pump all failed. 8/1/2000-fuel gauge stopped working.
- Mt. Pleasant, MI, USA
Gasket failures (head and transaxle) diagnosed by ultraviolet dye test. Brake deficieny discovered in high speed commuter traffic with near collision. The frequency of the same complaints from many owners suggests that a large recall action is in order before many serious accidents result.
- Madera, CA, USA
Head gasket leaked. Then had to replace clutch because it failed after oil leaked on it. Spent tons of money and it's now my understanding that Dodge was aware of this problem. With such as severe oil hemmorhage, I'm lucky my car is still operating. I'm a student and can't afford these problems. No one can. And we shouldn't have to pay for something that could have been recalled. I'm irate.
- Malden, MA, USA
Vehicle experiencing overheating while driving. Vehicle taken to independent repairshop, and informed consumer that a head gasket failed. Dealer notified, and informed that vehicle was out of its warranty, and not responsible for repairs.
- Manuet, NY, USA
Upon verifying that it was the head gasket, was informed of other such problems from other Dodge Neon owners. I believe that this should be looked into. What other problems could exist. Do we need deaths to occure as with the tires?
- Fords, NJ, USA
Engine head gasket failure, second time. Head gasket was replaced on 'extended warranty" at 61,222 miles. Second head gasket (redo) had to be replaced at 97,932 miles. Dealer decided to "split the cost" with me, charging $520.08 for repairs. The vehicle was left dirty for me to pick up. Oil & coolant dripping from undercarriage, fenders and steering wheel greasy.
- Jackson, MI, USA
- Dublin, OH, USA