10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
2 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
2 / 0
Average Mileage:
38,667 miles

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problem #3

Jun 192006

Neon 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 116,000 miles
: the contact stated during an accident the driver's side seat belt failed to retract. As a result of the seat belt failure injuries were sustained. While attempting to exit the vehicle, the seat belt was observed to be wrapped around the contact's legs. A police report was filed at the scene of the accident. The dealership and manufacturer have not been alerted. Updated 7/13/2006 - the consumer sustained injuries to his chest, neck and left leg.

- Waverly, OH, USA

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problem #2

Jan 021998

Neon

  • miles
On dirt road doing 20-25mph, when dual air bags deployed. Slammed brakes. Damaged underneath. Driver lost some hearing. Passenger had bruises on leg. Taking vehicle to dealer.

- San Juan Capistrano, CA, USA

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problem #1

May 311996

Neon

  • miles
Dual airbags did not deploy during front end collision, vehicle rearended another vehicle at 35 mph, both vehicles suddenly slammed on brakes.

- Newport News, VA, USA

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