Blown head gasket anlong with the front brakes needed replaced and the rear brakes leaking. The speedometer does not work. I know there may be extra miles on my car however most were highway due to allot of traveling so these parts to go out so soon are very dissapointing when I take excellent care of my car
1995 Dodge Neon brakes complaints
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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.
Vehicle brakes experienced locked-up causing vehicle to hit a utility truck. The airbag's experienced no deployment during collision.
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
While driving at 35 MPH without and with no prior warning vehicle stalls and accelerates on its own. Also upon applying the brakes, pedal is soft and the vehicle overheats and shuts down.
Engine leaks oil. The brake pads wear out every 6 months & have to be changed. Have taken to dealer & informed the leaking is from cracked engine head gasket. Head gaskets needed to be replaced.
Accident due to brake failure.
Air condition failed due to compressor failure. Mjs
Air conditioner has never worked. Mjs
One week after purchase, all oil was gone from car. Dealer first replaced the oil pressure sending unit, kept leaking, then replaced the valve cover gasket, kept leaking, then replaced the cam seals. Dealer assured me that it was not the head gasket. Still leaking oil. Took it to personal mechanic and it is the head gasket leaking. Dealer has refused to refund purchase price or replace vehicle. This has been over a 2 month period. The vehicle also has very noisy brakes, especially when it has sat for an extended period of time (overnight). The car has a shaking and rattling in the steering column when going over bumps, especially at slow speeds. The dash board reflects on the windshield when it is sunny and the glare makes it very difficult to see at times.
Vehicle is pulling to the right, two tires(no manufacturer)have blown out, and there have been many tire replacements, none can remedy the problem.
While driving at 35 MPH smelled smoke, and then saw the fire within the steering column. Consumer pulled over, and the fire department came out and put out the fire. Also, brakes operate intermittently, and there is a loud noise coming from the brakes. Brakes fail to operate properly especially on wet days. Brakes supposedly repaired under recall, now they are worse than before.
Believed the design and materials used in the brake rotors are of poor quality.front rotors have been replaced on two occasions within 34,000 miles of wear. At 42,000 miles, they needs to be replaced again. The federal safety agency needs to investigate this matter asap.
On multiple occations the brakes fail to stop the car resulting in a grinding noise and increased stopping distance. Dealer service men say they have not beeen able to recreate the problem.
Oil leak, and ABS brake light is coming on.
Electrical system has short in it, failure of power locks and stereo, emergency brake snapped, clutch quit shifting- had to shift w/o clutch, brakes do not work right, damage to car dealer did not disclose. Car is now parked at the dealer, undriveable, they will not fix and I have only pwned it since 5/26/99
'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!
Consumer cannot engage emergency brakes. Also must place vehicle in park when parking so that it would not roll.
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 the brakes are applied, they would make noises after the pedal goes to the floor. Vehicle would roll. Brakes pumped to stop. Mechanic said speed sensor on rear left defective. Later, it was the right rear brakes. Each time sensors replaced or repaired. The problem always returns.
While driving at any speed and applying brakes there is an odd sound and popping noise coming from the brakes. Also, water is getting into the suspension control module, causing vehicle to stall.
Oil is leaking on exhaust manifold due to blown out engine head gasket. Could catch fire . Also, has had a front brake problem. In addition, engine check light came on/off.
When applying ABS brakes on wet or icy road conditions extended stopping distance occurs. Please give any further details.
Air conditioner failed.
While driving at 35 MPH and applying the brakes, brakes went straight to the floorboard, causing the consumer to rear end another vehicle.
While ehicle was parked in front of the house, somehow the vehicle rolled across the street, crossing over three yards, and rolling across driveways. Gear was still in park position. Also, consumer had problems with the brakes, which had to be repaired three to five times.
The vehicle was parked for a while and a fire started at the emergency parking brake. No one has inspected the vehicle to find out what caused the problem. Please provide further information.
Dealer has replaced brake rotors 95; exhaust gasket off manifold 96,97,98; electrical emision control system96; engine head gasket and engine head 98; and all motor mounts. Family dodge has honored all repairs under warranty. Special note: when engine head and all motor mounts went bad at (approx. 42,000 miles not under warranty), gary barbera's chryslerland located at 7810 roosevelt blvd. Phila., pa 19152, (215)333-3700 called chrysler and I was not charged for repair.
Brakes are making loud noises and are not stopping vehicle. No further information.
Air systems brake failed. Yh
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