1997 Dodge Neon transmission problems

Filed Jun 4, 2004 · Engine, Transmission · 44,438 miles · 00

The consumer saw oil leaking from the vehicle. The dealership informed the consumer that the problem pertained to a head gasket failure. The mechanic did not resolve the problem. *ak on june 3rd 2002, the consumer had to have the transmission re-built. The main gear had a crack in the casting and started to loose teeth. The consumer noticed the casing of the transmission was wet. The heads of the engine were warped. The dealers in both case only changed the gasket and not checking to see if the head was warped. When the vehicle was cold in the morning, it wouldn't engage in reverse for up to 30 seconds, then clunks in hard and if driving when still cold, it seemed to shift in and out of gear. (and shifts hard from 2nd to 3rd and over revs in 2nd prior to shifting) *sc

Filed Oct 21, 2003 · Engine, Transmission · 23,000 miles · NH

I just bought this 97 dodge neon with only 23,000 miles on it. The A/C has a leak in the coil , the transmission is slipping . The car is in great shape but those few things so far . The person who owned the car before me was an older gentleman who does not wreck his things. I was wondering are these problems, factory problems and/or recalls?

Filed Jul 24, 2002 · Transmission · MI

Automatic transmission has been replaced because of shaking,/vibrating, and performing erratically at various speeds. Mileage at that time was 74,000 miles. Replacement transmission failed completely with no interaction from vehicle. Please describe details.

Filed Mar 8, 2002 · Body, Brakes · WI

While parked, transmission fluid leaked out of vehicle. Dealer found transmission lines loose. Vehicle shifting by itself due to a sticky cable. Oil leak in engine. Dealer found headgasket failure. On several occasions engine runs rough. Camshaft replaced. Vehicle shakes and trembles while braking. Weatherstripping fell off on drivers side door. Antifreeze leaking. Dealer replaced water pump. Battery clamp loose causing battery light to stay on. *ak

Filed Nov 12, 2001 · Brakes, Engine · MO

Ever since I bought the car used I have had numerous problems. Here is just a brief list: incorrect gas mileage both city and highway, transmission problems, brakes squeaking, air coming through bad window seals, defrost not working properly, air conditioning not working correctly, 3 oxygen sensors replaced, 2 head gaskets replaced, and water coming into the trunk which has caused the jack and tire changing equipment to rust. Also the water then leaks into the back floor which causes the car to smell. The cs for dodge will not agree to fix the problem with the original roof design which would correct the water from coming into the trunk. For the past year, about every 2 months something is going wrong with the car which has just a little over 62,000 miles and proper maintenance has been followed.

Filed Nov 12, 2001 · Engine, Transmission · NY

I bought this pile of c... 2 years ago and had to replace the transmission with 38000 miles on it . Now the head gasket has failed. I was about to give the dealer $800 to repair it when the told me the engine has a crack in it. Now it will be $3500.00 for a new engine. It only has 71000 miles on it . And chrysler doesnt care that this is quite possily the worst car ever made. It ranks right up there with a yugo and a pinto

Filed Sep 7, 2001 · Engine, Transmission · MI

Consumer took vheicle to a mechanic for a bad oil leak. Mechanic showed consumer 36 different cracks in head of motor.also, transmission was shattered, vehicle was not shifting right. Consumer took to dealer and it was full of pieces of metal. Consumer states that dealer replaced head. Please provide any further information.

Filed Aug 26, 2001 · Transmission · NJ

Auto transmission 3 speed I having a problem they is always a big gerk when taking the car o ut of gear or placing the car in park I have taken the car back to the dealer they sts that there is nothing wrong with the transmission but I have had it there 4 times for the same thing.

Filed May 3, 2001 · Transmission · NH

Transmission mount broke while driving.

Filed Apr 10, 2001 · Body, Engine · DE

Engine is leaking oil/dashboard lights go out and come back on at random intervals/ engine check light comes on and stays on/ door ajar alarm will come while vehicle is in operation, and transmission will get stuck between gears and engage forcefully. . Please provide any additional information/attachments.