1996 Dodge Neon acceleration problems

Filed Nov 28, 2005 · Acceleration, Brakes · 50,000 miles · GA

I have had ongoing problems with my 1996 dodge neon sport, it has been inoperable for the last year or so, due to electrical problems and stalling which I believe stem from the wiring harness. I have had the brakes replaced a few times, the A/C replaced, fuel injection acts up and the fuel gauge fluctuates, my transmission has started slipping, power steering and exhaust are leaking, numerous oil leaks, rear lights/ brake lights have not worked in over a year, driverside window broke along the extending arm inside of the door frame, trunk release is broken and my cruise control is broken! For the last 4months my car has been sitting at atlanta dodge llc! Just after leaving it with their service department, I received a call saying I needed a new battery and until it was replaced for $180 they could not do a diagnostic check for any other problems!! The battery was not even a year old and worked fine when I left the car at the dealership!! But in hopes of any decent service I bought another battery from advanced auto parts $40 and took it in myself. During this visit I reminded them that my make and model car was under a recall, they informed me that it was not!! I gave them the federal safety agency recall documentation and was told that it didn't apply to my car, only to the neons from the plant in new mexico!! Just after thanksgiving I decided to call them to find out what has been going on. I spoke with brian the cs rep. And he informed me that the mechanics could not figure out what was wrong with my car and refused to research any further unless I agreed to spend no less than $250 towards the repairs!! It's not a coincidence that the same parts are in need of repairs as 15,000 other neons -- regardless of which plant the vehicles were assemblied, the defects lie in the placement and/or manufacturing of the faulty parts and should be covered under any relating recalls! *nm updated 12/1505.

Filed Oct 20, 2003 · Acceleration · 100,000 miles · VT

While driving consumer noticed that speedometer was not registering the correct speed. Took vehicle to dealership, and mechanic could not determine the cause of the problem.

Filed Dec 21, 2001 · Acceleration, Brakes · WI

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Filed Jan 31, 2001 · Acceleration, Electrical · VA

Vehicle is experiencing problems with spark plug tubes.

Filed Jan 12, 2001 · Acceleration, Brakes · WI

Had head gasket replaced in july 1998. Currently, leaking again. Dealer told consumer first time, dealer had to use faulty part. Dodge paid for repair first time. Currently, they refuse. Also, had to have air conditioner and cruise control replaced. *ak the A/C failed for the second time. Brakes make loud noise.

Filed Dec 27, 2000 · Acceleration, Electrical · VT · crash

Continuous problems with engine & electrical system. Car has accelerated by itself, at one point we had to pull over and shut it off to regain control/speed. Newest problem is engine shuts off/stalls while driving, causing loss of ability to steer and brake, caused accident.

Filed Feb 18, 1999 · Acceleration · AZ

Chrysler issued an internal bulletin regarding this problem. They will not issue a recall, speed control is a very serious issue.

Filed Feb 2, 1999 · Acceleration · NY

While driving at highway speeds vehicle will suddenly have a burst of speed, and then it slows down on its own,jerking very hard. Dealer has been contacted.

Filed Feb 20, 1998 · Acceleration, Body · NY

Constant problems with anti lock brake system.

Filed Dec 3, 1997 · Acceleration, Brakes · CT

Brakes continually make noise.