The rear brake line on the vehicle was so rusted that when I applied the brakes to make a left turn, the line broke and the brakes failed. Luckily I was not stopping for a child, stop light, or obstruction and did not experience a crash. The federal safety agency should seriously consider having chrysler issue a safety recall and make notice publicly so that all owners of this make, model, year vehicle are advised and can then have their brake lines inspected and fixed.
1995 Dodge Neon: brake failure
53 of the 971 complaints about the 1995 Dodge Neon describe brake failure.
- owner complaints
- 53
- of this car's complaints
- 5%
- recalls
- 3
Is there a fix? There are 3 recalls and 6 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Brake failure by model year
What owners say
Dt: the caller said that brakes will not work one has to hit the brakes at the last minute. She said one can feel a pop, and then the brakes fail. She had to run into a ditch to keep form hitting someone. The police were called, and there a report was taken. There was a crash. There were injuries to the pedestrian. She said the hub assembly was bad and had it replaced. Also, the tie rod wobbled and had it replaced. Had another accident with the brakes when the car in front of stopped suddenly and brakes did not work. Police came and a report was taken. The lady in the other vehicle was injured. Dealer will take the car to dealer, and they will talk about it. Manufacturer has not been contacted yet. Caller said she was not informed about the problems the vehicle had when she bought it.
The driver applied the brakes and pedal went to the floor. Driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and drove home. The next day. No braking power at all. Vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the brake line hoses and other parts needed to be replaced.
Consumer received recall 96v228000 concerning brake line failure. While driving vehicle experienced brake failure. There was corrosion. Consumer contacted the dealer. However, the problem recurred.
Steel brake lines to rear wheels badly corroded. One corroded through, causing brake failure.
Applied brakes and pedal went to the floor. Dealer determined that brake lines were leaking and needed to be replaced. There was recall 94v032000, but this vehicle was not affected due to VIN. *ak
While driving downhill, applied brakes and pedal went to the floor. Brakes would not stop vehicle. Had to use emergency brake to stop vehicle. Dealer contacted. *ak chrysler service center informed consumer that vehicle was not within VIN range for recall 94v026000. Recall attached.
Brakes failed due to power booster air leak, is recall but apparently not this model.
Vehicle struck another vehicle in the rear at 15 MPH due to brake failure, and the air bags did not deploy. Vehicle was declared totaled by the insurance company. Dealer has been contacted.
8 brake failures (metal to metal) which could have caused serious injuries. Brake failures at the following mileages; 4714, 8365, 10773, 16695, 21193. 23695, 43024, 48115. Most of the brake failures were due to crystallization of the brake pads. Chrysler replaces pads free of charge 1st 4 brake failures and #7 and #8 failures. Chrysler did not offer lemon law protection even with the possibility of a possible fatal accident with the terrible brake system on this 1995 neon
Accident due to brake failure.
'ive had my car since 9/94 and now with 123,000 miles. I like the shape and the color and comfort of the car. I was told by several dealers to drive it to the end. I will never get what I paid for a trade-in. As of now, ive use my exetended warranty, cant afford to put in shop, 2/98 made a call to holzauers and asked about my skruntched in bits pieces rotor. They checked for squeeks and didnt tell me about a bad rotor. Squealing and no brakes. A new brake system was done and still squeaking. Now back brakes are bad. Ive had lots of bad things happen. But ive had lots of compliments ofthe color. One week after I got it a car spun rocks & scratched the hood paint. The paint job is not good. Im getting rusty spots now. Water leaked inside and holzauers rigged it to stop. When it get 90/100' hot weather, air bag light stays on, heat/air fan dont work til car cools. I use phillips 66 gas w/93 oct most of the time. 10% ethonol is bad. It will flutter w/low oct water based gas. In reverse gear it grinds and wont go into gear. Ive tolerated most of these things til it wont move or start. Im glad to have a car. At the price then 13,000$ is not fair. My rights as a consumer w/anew car have not been met. Arbitration turned me down over my windows and doors out of adjustment. Said my mileage was too high. But for months w/low mileage I was ignored. Chrysler just wanted money. I did recommend a newer neon to my aunt. She purchased one. I love my car. But without defects. My window still leaks, my left turn sig. Dont go off, brakes squeek, engine light stays on, coil wire loosens, my car shocks my boyfriend, ignition is lose, suspension is bad, car hops around bumpy corners at 30 MPH. Paint is chipping, I ve had 3 sets of new tires, 2 new batteries, a new fuel pump, airconditioning unit, oil pump is weak, engine makes crakling sound when accelarating. Ok!
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 brake failure
Is brake failure a common problem on the 1995 Dodge Neon?
53 of 971 owner complaints about the 1995 Dodge Neon (5%) mention brake failure. 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
Stalling 53ABS 37Overheating 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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