10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 5
Average Mileage:
13,716 miles

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1999 Dodge Neon engine problems

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1999 Dodge Neon Owner Comments (Page 2 of 2)

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problem #20

Jan 232002

(reported on)

Neon

  • miles

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

There is a constant oil leak in engine head gasket.

- Ana Heim Hill, CA, USA

problem #19

Oct 102001

Neon

  • miles
Head gasket leaking oil on a car that is only 2 years old and has only 61,000 miles. My mechanic said the car is way to new with not enough miles to be having so many problems. Having to put 1-2 quarts of oil every 2-3 days. Not good for the engine and I am afraid that it may catch fire!.

- Ventura, CA, USA

problem #18

Oct 012001

Neon

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Vehicle experiences oil leakages and loss of oil while driving. Vehicle taken to an independent repair shop and informed consumer of a head gasket failure. Dealer/manufacturer were not notified at this time. Air filter failed and was replaced.. problem happen again.

- Winni Peg, Mb, CA, USA

problem #17

Aug 112001

Neon

  • miles

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

My car began to leak oil and after several investigations I was told that the problem was caused by a head gasket problem. The problem was discovered by a Dodge dealership in atlantic ga. And that it would cost $800 to fix. I've noticed several complaints about the same problem. The dealership that fixed my car said that did'nt have any recalls from Chrysler on the Dodge Neon.N.

- Austell, GA, USA

problem #16

Jun 012001

Neon

  • miles
Had the head gasket mod shortly after purchaceing 2 Dodge Neons. Both are still leaking oil.

- Kellogg, IA, USA

problem #15

May 012001

Neon

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Engine head gasket blewout. Vehicle had 34000 miles on it. Dealership is aware of problem.

- Hopkinsville, KY, USA

problem #14

Jun 012001

Neon

  • miles

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

Had the head gasket mod shortly after purchaceing 2 Dodge Neons. Both are still leaking oil.

- Kellogg, IA, USA

problem #13

Jun 202001

Neon

  • miles
Engine head gasket failed with less that 60,000 miles, head gasket replacement which came from Dodge, was entirely different type and style of head gasket, giving the appearance that Dodge knew there was a problem with the original type gasket

- Bertram, TX, USA

problem #12

Jun 012001

Neon

  • miles
Oil has been leaking from the head gasket or other gasket assembly and I have had to add one to two quarts of oil a week. The car is leaking oil constantly when not in use and the oil is visible around the engine block.

- Milford, MA, USA

problem #11

Apr 112001

Neon

  • miles
I have a 1999 Dodge Neon. I took it to my local Chrysler dealserhsip on 04/11/2001 because I noticed that there was an oil leak. They told me that the problem with my car was the head gasket. They said the cost of repairs would be around $700. Under their "goodwill policy" they said that they would cover half of the repairs. I refused. I have found numerous complaints as well as an abundance of information pertaining to the Dodge Neon head gasket failure. This is an issue that Chrysler must rectify. Their "goodwill policy" is nothing but a scam to cover their fautly workmanship.

- Lake Mary, FL, USA

problem #10

Apr 132001

(reported on)

Neon

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles

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

Head gasket has prematurley blown out at 66,000 miles. Dealers were aware of defect.

- Wichita, KS, USA

problem #9

Apr 092001

(reported on)

Neon

  • miles
When on highway at 65 mph and without prior warning clutch went out, causing loss of all acceleration. Also, clutch was replaced at 15 thousand miles. Clutch and the flywheel needed to be replaced.

- Denver, CO, USA

problem #8

Mar 142001

Neon

  • miles
The head gasket blew at 41000 on a car that is only 2 years old. I have researched that DaimlerChrysler is aware of the problem, but refuses to recall the part.

- North Brunswick, NJ, USA

problem #7

Mar 092001

(reported on)

Neon

  • miles
I had an oil leak so I went to gainesville Dodge for a diagnostic test ane oil change. I was told the head gasket needed to be reworked. Later that afternoon a former employee of gainesville Dodge informed me that it was a known problem with that car and the dealer had been replacing the part under the goodwill policy.

- Alachua, FL, USA

problem #6

Dec 152000

Neon

  • miles
Gasket, under normal driving conditions, failed and now leaks 1 qt of oil a week.

- Frankfort, KY, USA

problem #5

Dec 202000

Neon

  • miles
Head gasket went out in vehicle and Chrysler says that it is not their problem.vehicle is only 2 yrs and should not have this problem.Chrysler stated that they know this is a common defect in Neons"trunck will not remain open with out support.Chrysler says this is normal"it falls even on level ground.too many problems for such a new vehicle.

- Fayetteville, GA, USA

problem #4

Dec 192000

(reported on)

Neon

  • miles
When driving in heavy rain, or driving through several puddles, car begins to grind and becomes difficult to maneuver. It seems to lose power as well, as going up a hill is a struggle with the car in this condition. This has caused many near miss incidents with other vehicles. Dealership tried to stimulate the problem when I reported it (while still under warrantee) but were unable to recreate the problem or to resolve the problem. The second, less serious problem, safetywise, is the massive oil leak from the head. The car requires 1 to 2 quarts of oil at every gasoline fillup. This could conceivably, if went unchecked cause engine failure and loss of vehicle control.

- Pevely, MO, USA

problem #3

Jun 122000

(reported on)

Neon

  • miles
Taken car in many times for "engine checklight"--cause #4 cylinder mis-firing or not-firing--light reset-problem keeps returning--cd playes/speakers replaced-cd player skipped frequently-speakers cracked--windshield replaced 10mos after car purchase--unidentified leak--passenger side from under dashboard--window seals replaced-leak continues--leak checked again-dealer claims to find no leak--problem continues.

- Council Bluffs, IA, USA

problem #2

Mar 302000

Neon

  • miles
Leaking head gasket.

- Sussex, NJ, USA

problem #1

Oct 071999

(reported on)

Neon

  • miles
Not long after cars are bought the mounts crack and alow the engine to move to much causing car to jerk around, this seems to me to be a design flaw.

- Waldorf, MD, USA

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