1995 Dodge Neon: headlights failing or too dim

Filed Oct 24, 2011 · Lights · 82,000 miles · FL

Head lights goes out while driving.

Filed Aug 31, 2004 · Lights · 45,000 miles · FL

While driving with the headlights on, the consumer noticed poor lighting. The consumer inspected the headlights and saw discoloration on the headlight lenses. *ak *sc

Filed Apr 9, 2003 · Lights · GA

The head light plastic lenses deteriorated and clouded to the point where they had significantly reduced the lights brightness and visibility. *ak

Filed Mar 4, 2003 · Lights · GA

The plastic lenses on my 1995 dodge neon's headlights, turn indicators, and fog lights have significantly deteriorated over time. The lenses have yellowed and are pitted causing a significant loss of light output. It is less safe to drive this car at night. I wrote to daimler chrysler and they denied my claim. They acknowledged that the repair is expensive but stated that the warranty had expired. I do not believe this is a warranty issue - I believe it is a safety issue.

Filed Oct 27, 2001 · Electrical · NY

There have been traces of an intermittent electrical component burning/overheating smell in the car for the past few months. No other symptoms were evident. On 10/25/01, after turning on the headlights in the evening before driving the vehicle, there was a pronounced odor of an electrical component burning or overheating, followed shortly thereafter by the loss of the headlights. The car was taken to the repair shop where it was determined that the headlight switch, the headlight switch wiring harness connector and the steering column mounted multi-function switch needed to be replaced. Visual inspection revealed overheating/burning/melting of these components as well as the insulation around several wires. I have retained the headlight switch and wiring harness connector for future inspection by any interested parties. The steering column mounted multi-function switch had to be returned to the dealer due to a core charge. The total cost for parts and labor to effect nthe repairs was $363.15. I believe there is an electrical system design problem on this vehicle since no component should fail in such a way as to cause the overheating/burning of other components, connectors or wiring.

Filed Sep 10, 2001 · Lights · MD

Front headlights fogged. Light output significantly reduced.

Filed Feb 3, 2000 · Electrical · WI

Headlights were on and flickered. Sometimes car fluttered/ lost power. Consumer took vehicle to dealer, and he could not find anything. While driving again smoke came from the cracks of the dash/airbag compartment and vents. Smoke filled the car up, and driver was not able to see, or breath. There was an electrical problem. No heat/ rear defroster, or blinkers. Also, when turn on the signals, consumer would hear a buzzing sound, and blinkers would not work. Only thing that worked was the radio on the dashboard.

Filed Feb 3, 2000 · Electrical · WI

Consumer had experienced trouble with heater/defroster, and headlights flickering, and smoke coming from dashboard. This forced consumer to drive off the road because of poor visibility.

Filed Aug 6, 1999 · Electrical · MO

Headlights went out completely due to the plug that was connected to the signal lights melted.

Filed Feb 27, 1996 · Electrical · WV

Electrical short or shock the headlights do not come on.

Filed Sep 22, 1995 · Lights · PA

At night the head light and the light on the dash are blinking . Tt

Filed Aug 22, 1995 · Body, Electrical · CA

Head lights failed.