10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
21,108 miles

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1996 Dodge Neon electrical problems

electrical problem

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1996 Dodge Neon Owner Comments (Page 1 of 2)

problem #28

Jun 292006

(reported on)

Neon

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

1996 Neon speedometer failed and transmission fluid is leaking. After a sensor and other parts were replaced, the problem continued and it was soon discovered there was a problem with the wiring harness. A recall had been issued for the exact same problem that the consumers son was experiencing. The consumer believed his son's vehicle should be included in the recall.

- Sioux Falls, SD, USA

problem #27

May 262006

Neon 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 134,037 miles
: the contact stated there were two problems with the vehicle. There were intermittent problems with all the electrical warning lights on the dash board and intermittent stalling. The vehicle was inspected by a friend who determined the wiring harness was too close to the exhaust and the wiring was melted. Additionally, while attempting to apply brake pressure at 60mph, the rear of the vehicle skidded. Upon inspection, the contact discovered fluid leaking from the driver side rear wheel. The vehicle was never inspected by a service dealer, however the manufacturer was alerted. There is a recall 96V026000, concerning the electrical system and a recall 96V075000, concerning the service brakes. However, the VIN is not included in the recalls.

- Augusta, KS, USA

problem #26

Aug 082005

Neon 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
N/a.

- Jacksonville, FL, USA

problem #25

May 212002

Neon

  • Automatic transmission
  • 70,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The vehicle was stalling and the instrument panel did not work at all. The manufacturer stated the vehicle was not included in the NHTSA recalls 96V026000 96V075000.

- Grosse Ile, MI, USA

problem #24

May 222004

Neon 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 83,000 miles
Electrical system:wiring:front underhood caused the fan relay to malfunction which caused the engine to overheat.

- Miami, FL, USA

problem #23

Jun 012004

Neon 4-cyl

  • Manual transmission
  • 108,000 miles
Wiring harness burned and short circuited some fuses. The fuel pump box shorted out. Manufacturer issued a recall, but this vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN. The service dealer found no electrical communication from the camshaft or crankshaft sensors, found engine oil in the spark plug tube holes due to a leaking valve cover gasket, found electrical wire leading to the ECM module, camshaft and crankshaft sensors fused together, caused both sensors and ECM to fail. The engine displayed a rough idle. The consumer requested reimbursement.

- Mcgregor, TX, USA

problem #22

Jan 252004

Neon 4-cyl

  • 111,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

A short in the wiring harness caused the vehicle to stall and headlight failure. There was an electrical wire harness front underhood recall 96V026000 concerning the electrical system wiring front underhood, but this vehicle was not included due to VIN. The first incident occurred as the consumer pulled out into traffic, the engine stalled and the lights on the dash were flashing. The second incident occurred as the consumer was driving down the road. Due to the wiring harness failure the ECM failed.

- Wilmington, OH, USA

problem #21

Mar 112003

Neon

  • miles
The vehicle experienced the same problem as stated in recall #96V026000, however the vehicle identification number was not included in the recall.

- Marysville, WA, USA

problem #20

Dec 192002

Neon

  • Automatic transmission
  • 85,000 miles
Same engine wiring harness problem as stated in recall # 96V026000, but my Neon was not included in the recall, because it was not made in Mexico. An engine wiring harness can short circuit due to contact with the exhaust gas recirculation tube.. shorting of the wiring harness can cause various electrical malfunctions, including engine stalling.

- Downers Grove, IL, USA

problem #19

Jan 111999

Neon

  • miles
Problem with wiring harness.

- Plant City, FL, USA

problem #18

Jan 012001

Neon

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Vehicle will stall over 65 mph, dealer determined wiring harness under the hood would short out, causing stalling. Wiring harness was replaced. At this time, vehicle is stalling again when over 65 mph.

- Rock Hill, SC, USA

problem #17

Feb 062002

(reported on)

Neon

  • miles
Intermittently vehicle would stall out and die without any indication. A recall has been issued. However this vehicle was not part of recall due to the VIN. Please

- Radnon, OH, USA

problem #16

Oct 152001

(reported on)

Neon

  • miles
No one should own a Dodge Neon cute, cheap, but a peice of - - - - ! you get what you pay for. No safety defect listed.

- Houston, TX, USA

problem #15

Oct 112000

Neon

  • miles
Recall 96 V 026 000/electrical: Harness front underhood wiring. Instrument panel lights/ gauges/ horn, and turn signal would go out, and vehicle stalled intermittently. Dealer / manufacturer notified, and informed consumer that this vehicle was not covered under recall due to VIN. Feel free to provide any further information.

- Shubbuck, ID, USA

problem #14

Apr 262001

(reported on)

Neon

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
Wiring harness short circuited due to contact with exhaust gas recirculation tube.

- Sa, GA, USA

problem #13

Apr 012000

Neon

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Vehicle will stall in warm weather at about 55 mph; also, when coming to a complete stop. This has happened numerous times. There is a recall 96V026000 on wiring harness; but, this vehicle is not included due to VIN.

- Amawalk, NY, USA

problem #12

Feb 292000

Neon

  • miles
Car was serviced for oil/filter change, 4 cylinder tune up, transmission service on February 29, 2000. During rush hour traffic vehicle stalled. Called dealer to inform them of situation. Towing service was called. Waited one hour for tow truck. Vehicle restarted and was driving to owner's residence. Called towing service again on the morning of March 1, 2000. Vehicle was towed to hendrick Dodge. Vehicle was diagnosed as having a malfunctioning ignition coil. Coil was replaced on March 1, 2000. Owner picked up vehicle on the afternoon on March 1, 2000. Vehicle stalled again within 5 miles of the hendrick Dodge. Towing service was called again. Vehicle was towed back to hendrick Dodge. Dealership diagnosed the problem as being a faulty wiring harness and cam/crank sensor. On March 8, the dealership had replaced the faulty mechanisms and credited the owner the cost of the unnecessarily installed distributor coil.

- Raleigh, NC, USA

problem #11

Aug 152000

Neon

  • miles
Consumer was traveling on highway and emergency light went off. Vehicle stalled. Consumer pulled over to the shoulders. Vehicle was towed, and mechanic told consumer that the wires to harness had melted.

- Palatka, FL, USA

problem #10

Sep 052000

(reported on)

Neon

  • miles
Circuit board was defective, causing speedometer to toggle. Recall 96V026000 has been issued; however this vehicle was not included due to VIN.

- Bloomingdale, IL, USA

problem #9

Jul 122000

Neon

  • miles
Vehicle is experiencing the same electrical problem as mentioned in manufacturer's recall 7599. Dealer advised consumer that a new engine harness is required.

- St Augustine Bch, FL, USA

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