10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
17,003 miles

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1996 Dodge Neon brakes problems

brakes problem

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1996 Dodge Neon Owner Comments

problem #12

May 262006

Neon 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 134,037 miles

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

: 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 #11

Aug 202005

Neon 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
This problem has been continuous. The problem I am having with my 1996 Dodge Neon has also been identified within this same year and model car and a recall was issued, however my car did not come from the same plant as the recalled Neons. This does not change the fact that the same problem has been identified in the same product!! the Dodge dealership said they would not honor the recall for my Neon. Is there anything I can do about this?

- Atlanta, GA, USA

problem #10

Aug 082005

Neon 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
N/a.

- Jacksonville, FL, USA

problem #9

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 #8

Sep 272001

Neon

  • miles
Customer states brake pedal goes to floor at times, dealership informed customer that front brake pads and rotors are worn low, front pads and rotors needed, there is a recall for the master cyliner rear piston seal on vehicles which may leak and cause a partial brake system loss, dealership would not honor master cylinder recall stating vehicle was not included, therefore customer declined to pay for service and vehicle was not repaired.

- Cleveland, OH, USA

problem #7

Sep 272001

Neon

  • miles
Customer states brake pedal goes to floor at times, dealership informed customer that front brake pads and rotors are worn low, front pads and rotors needed, there is a recall for the master cyliner rear piston seal on vehicles which may leak and cause a partial brake system loss, dealership would not honor master cylinder recall stating vehicle was not included, therefore customer declined to pay for service and vehicle was not repaired.

- Cleveland, OH, USA

problem #6

May 092001

Neon

  • miles

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

Consumer contacted dealer about recall#96V075000/manufacturer's recall 687, and dealer said parts will not be in for about 3 months.

- Vkjhjuyy, VA, USA

problem #5

Oct 111999

(reported on)

Neon

  • miles
Every 18000 miles the head gasket has failed on the vehicle...brakes failed one time had master cylinder replaced...accident, brakes being investigated to see if accident could have been avoided...airbags did not deploy in frontal collision at speed of 15 mph...seat belt failed in frontal collision at 15 mph

- Northlake, IL, USA

problem #4

Jun 131999

Neon

  • miles
Both the master cylinder and the power brake booster have been replaced.

- Lauderhill, FL, USA

problem #3

Jan 031999

Neon

  • miles
While applying the brakes in a regular stopping situation, no inclement weather, the brakes went out. The pedal went to floor and vehicle kept moving. Driver used the emergency parking brake to stop vehicle. This happened without warning. The master cylinder and ABS brakes were replaced by the dealer.

- Buffalo, NY, USA

problem #2

Sep 261997

Neon

  • miles
Master cylinder failed/replaced. However problem persists.

- Aurora, CO, USA

problem #1

Nov 131996

Neon

  • miles
The brake pedal becomes rock hard and there is no braking ability. After a couple of miles the pedal becomes soft and goes to the floor and the brakes lock up. Master cylinder and power booster have been replaced, problem still exists.

- Patler Grove, IL, USA

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