Purchased in july of 1996 only put on 26,345 miles motor mount repaired twice,brakes front replaced they were completly gone ,back brakes are no good need to be replaced, high pitch squealing comes from them ,oil gasgets had to be replaced, stearing to a hard right or left you get a grinding noise, transmission is know leaking constantly having to put transsmission fluid in all the time have a list of papers from the car being serviced at daimler on andover st in peabody were I purchased car also wrote to main office to see if they would replace the vehicle after purchasing with cash and just got the run around know I am afraid to drive her that is why she only has 26,345 miles on her in 10 years I am not a rich person so I can not afford another car if there is a recall on any of these problems I would like to know so they can be fixed so I can drive her without worrying what will happen next also dampness and mildew smell and other problems.tires also were replaced they wore to quickly.
1996 Dodge Neon: grinding or squealing brakes
13 of the 611 complaints about the 1996 Dodge Neon describe grinding or squealing brakes.
- owner complaints
- 13
- of this car's complaints
- 2%
- recalls
- 1
Grinding or squealing brakes by model year
What owners say
This is an used auto but it has many problems ,some were told to me by a mechanic that were recalls,there are many things wrong such as the floors fill up with water when it rains,the door hinges have rusted and broke,the brakes squeal,the motor leaks oil around the sealsthe fan doesn't kick on to cool the motor nor does the gauge register when it is hot. Are these things that the recalls take care of?
Vehicle squeals when brakes are applied. Twice pads and rotors were replaced at 35,000 and 80,000 miles. Squealing stopped for 1 week. Started squealing again. Consumer's mechanic repaired vehicle.
Brakes and have replaced twice and still continue to squeak. I have found dozens of complaints online about the brakes, as well as the head gasket blowing. I have found hundreds of complaints from others who have also had to have the head gasket replaced within 5 years.
Brakes squeak, especially first thing in the morning and afternoon/evening. After a few minutes the noise goes away but is very loud. Dealership mechanic stated, that moisture gets in through the hub caps openings, which makes brakes squeak.
The following are a list of problems we have had with this car: air flow knob failed, valve cover gaskets 3x's, head gasket, squeaking brakes, camshaft sensor seal failure, spark plug o-ring, spark plugs and wires, rear suspension came loose, loud exhaust. Show us you can do the people who need your help some good. Get us some answers!!!!!!
Abs brakes would make squealing noises first thing in moring, but later squealing noises would disappear. Brake pads are worn down. Passenger's window would be whistling; has no weather stripping. The spark plugs keeps blowing out. Also, engine head gaskets are not working properly. Whenever the spark plugs are blown, the vehicle would just stop running.
Brakes squeaky from the date of purchase, egr valve was replaced at 39,000 miles. Engine head gasket leaks at only 42,000 miles(est cost of all repairs $800) egr valve already paid for, wanting assistance from chrysler for head gasket.
Whenever the brakes were applied, they would squeak. Had noticed the rotors were rusting out. Had taken vehicle to dealer & told would not repair the rotors due to state using salt on the road. Also, the head gaskets had blown & started to leak a lot of oil.
Since purchase in 1996 owner has had continuous problems with vehicle. 4 new tires in nov 1997, because of front end problems - all 4 tires were badly worn. 2 front end alignments, and several wheel balances. Front brake replacement because of squealing since purchase date. Oil leak. Problems shifting to reverse. Rear seatbelt is locked. Plus additional problem.
When consumer drives vehicle about 20 MPH and steps on the brake pedal to stop vehicle, the brakes start making noise like grinding metal to metal. Sometimes she loses control of the vehicle while vehicle it is pulling to the left side. Consumer had repaired the brakes before for this problem. Dealer was contacted.
When brakes were applied the vehicle would make grinding noise on front brakes. Dealer replaced rotors and pads on both front brakes.
Service bulletins that may apply
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
Questions about the 1996 Dodge Neon grinding brakes
Is grinding or squealing brakes a common problem on the 1996 Dodge Neon?
13 of 611 owner complaints about the 1996 Dodge Neon (2%) mention grinding or squealing brakes. The model year with the most reports is 1995.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1996 Dodge Neon?
There is 1 recall and 5 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1996 Dodge Neon
Stalling 38No deployment 23Brake failure 18Overheating 14Fuel gauge 10ABS 9Oil consumption 9Fuel pump 8Check engine light 7Slipping 7Transmission failure 7Fire or smoke 6Loss of power 6Engine failure 5Headlights 5Seat belt 5
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