Dt: the contact states there is a the federal safety agency recall campaign 96v228000 concerning the ABS brakes. This vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall, but it is not included in the recall due to VIN. No repairs have been made.
1995 Dodge Neon: ABS light or ABS activating
37 of the 971 complaints about the 1995 Dodge Neon describe ABS light or ABS activating.
- owner complaints
- 37
- of this car's complaints
- 4%
- recalls
- 3
Is there a fix? There are 3 recalls and 6 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
ABS light or ABS activating by model year
- 20032
- 20003
- 19971
- 19969
- 199537
What owners say
I bought the car (1995) used in 1998. A few months later, the master cylinder went out in road construction nearly causing an accident. Had to replace calipers, rotors, brakes and master cylinder. I had a warranty but was told it was not covered. It cost me 1000 dollars. Two months later, I had to replace the brakes again. Had continuous brake noise throughout the next year with a couple more added brake replacements. In dec. Of 2000, had to replace brake booster. Costing me another 500 dollars in repairs. I am scared to death to drive it. On jan. 12 of 2001 the ABS light came on and stayed on. I called to see what the worst case scenario would be and I was told 1000 dollars to fix a sensor!!! I want dodge to pay for the on going brake problem. This is a very serious problem and should be addressed. I have come so close to getting into accidents from the failures of the brake system!! This is a life threatening safety feature that should never had any problems besides the normal wear and tear of the brakes. I am afraid to drive it. Please respond and tell me if there have been any recalls. I was told there was a service bulletin on the brake booster and now I want dodge to pay for it. Thank you.
Oil leak, and ABS brake light is coming on.
Within the last 8 months A/C compressor went out; the speed control surged, worked intermittently then stopped functioning; the left rear ABS wheel speed sensor failed causing the system to work intermittently; the engine head gasket blew and my rear window blew out and shattered when I closed the door during 00f weather. Presently I have had no response from the manufacturer stating the technicality of "out of warranty" "nothing we can do" deaf ears. I would greatly appreciate any assistance or suggestions on how I can proceed to recover some of my costs for repairing so many items that have failed within a short period of time.
When applying ABS brakes on wet or icy road conditions extended stopping distance occurs. Please give any further details.
When traveling on dry roads and depressing the brake pedal to make a normal stop the ABS brakes started operatiing, making it very difficult to operate the vehicle. Consumer also having a problem when making a right or left hand turns, the steering wheel grabs and there is a griding sound coming from the front end. Consumer has contacted the dealer. Please provide any further details.
Going 60mph when engine check light came on. Vehicle started shaking. Went to parking lot & lifted hood. Smoke come from cooling bottle. Engine light dimmed. Towed to dealer & was told head gasket blew. Also ABS brakes failed to work when depressed quickly & vehicle skidded forward on dry pavement.
The inner tie rods on the vehicle are bad and the ABS system is not operating like it should.
Abs brake sensor light continues to come on for anti-lock brake system.
Repaired under the recall and brake failure occurred again, the pedal went to the floor and then the ABS kicked in. Please describe details.
While driving experienced ABS brake failure, when pedal became spongy then went to floor, without prior warning.
When applying the ABS brakes, pedal goes to the floor and there are no brakes, almost caused an accident . Please describe .
Service bulletins that may apply
- Subject on proportioning valve brake pressure adapter tool revision
- A howl noise from rear brakes during low speed stop
- Concerns with front brake squeal and /or creep/groan
- A howl type noise coming from the rear brakes during a low speed
- Concern howl from rear brakes during low speed stop
- Moaning noise from front brakes
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: master cylinder
- What is wrong
- The brake master cylinder can leak brake fluid due to a damaged double lip rear piston seal.
- Risk
- Brake fluid leakage can result in diminished effectiveness of one half of the split brake system. The instrument panel warning light(s) will signal system impairment prior to partial brake system loss.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the rear brake master cylindr piston assembly.
Recall number 96V075000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- The rear brake hose mounting bracket screws can fail allowing the brake hoses to move out of position. The unrestrained hoses are then susceptible to damage which could result in brake fluid leakage.
- Risk
- Brake fluid leakage will reduce the braking performanceof the vehicle, extend stopping distances, and could result in an accident.
- Remedy
- The rear brake line hose bracket screws on these vehicles will be replaced.
Recall number 94V034000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
- What is wrong
- The ABS brake master cylinder rear seal allows air to enter the brake system, causing spongy brakes or partial brake system loss.
- Risk
- Air entering the brake system caused extended stopping distance or partial loss of brakes which may result in an accident.
- Remedy
- Master cylinders will be inspected for the suspect build date code range and will be replaced if necessary.
Recall number 94V026000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1995 Dodge Neon abs
Is ABS light or ABS activating a common problem on the 1995 Dodge Neon?
37 of 971 owner complaints about the 1995 Dodge Neon (4%) mention ABS light or ABS activating. The model year with the most reports is 1995.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1995 Dodge Neon?
There are 3 recalls and 6 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1995 Dodge Neon
Brake failure 53Stalling 53Overheating 37Fire or smoke 31Power steering loss 29No deployment 28Grinding brakes 27Check engine light 23Steering lock-up 17Loss of power 16Headlights 15Engine failure 14Adaptive cruise 13Fuel pump 13Fuel leak 9Hesitation 9Premature wear 7Airbag light 6Ball joint 6Oil consumption 6Seat belt 6Steering noise 6Spongy pedal 5Sudden acceleration 5Water leak 5Won't start 5
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