1998 Dodge Neon body problems

22 complaints (7% of all complaints for this car). 1 crash reported.

owner complaints: 22
of this car's complaints: 7%
crashes: 1
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Body: trunk lid
9
Body
6
Frame and members
2
Body: bumpers
2
Body: hood
1
Body: door
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Dodge Neon body problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 1998 Dodge Neon body

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Water leak 5

Related recalls

Structure: bodyReported January 7, 1999 · 3,683 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The rear suspension crossmember may be missing spot welds.
Risk: This condition can result in structural cracks in the body, and reduced crash protection in the event of a rear impact.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the vehicles for any missing welds, and will have structural rivets installed in place of the missing welds.

Recall number 99V001000 · Recall details

What 1998 Dodge Neon owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Apr 19, 2007 · Body, Electrical · PA · 4 injuries

Trunk full of water - trunk & light seals are bad - why hasn't there been a recall on this safety feature? Lights have to work and mold is deadly!

Filed Dec 1, 2005 · Body, Brakes · NV

I have a 98 dodge neon. The car grinds in the front end even with new brakes. I cant not drive throw water or the car will die. Going over a speed bump at the recommended speed the front end will bottom out. I had a friend look at the car. And he said it looked fine. The brake spec. Didn't see any thing and I noticed I had two different tires on the front then the back because of the front end. Please if you find out any thing on this car it would be much obliged.

Filed May 22, 2004 · Body · 54,100 miles · OH

Rear seat area and inside of trunk getting several inches of water during rainstorm. This has happened several times. Can't find leak.

Filed Aug 15, 2003 · Body · 120,000 miles · NY

The hood hook ripped from the hood and caused damage to the vehicle. *ak

Filed May 28, 2003 · Body · 39,000 miles · IN

The paint is coming off the front bumper and appears to be an adherance problem.

Filed May 25, 2003 · Body · 100 miles · CA

Rain water accumulates in the trunk gathering around the spare tire. This has happened since purchase.

Filed Nov 14, 2002 · Body · MA

Consumer states that rain water gets into the vehicle. Please add any additional information. Mr

Filed Jun 25, 2002 · Body · NY

Whenever it rains rear bench seat floor, drivers and passenger side ,there is a puddle of water. Consumer feels water is coming in from the trunk. Please provide any further information.

Filed Sep 21, 2001 · Body · NY

Water leaks around rear light assembly through gaping holes underneath trunk lid. Water has been collecting there for quite some time and collects in the spare tire well and in the back seat passenger floorboards. The rug in the back is soaked after it rains overnight. It appears that th water collects in the rear light well. And somehow trickles down. Must of had gallons in there before I knew what was going on.

Filed Aug 28, 2001 · Body · TX

Trunk is leaking around tail lights causing serious water damage. It has leaked down the trunk into the cab, ruining the carpet, padding and foam in the rear seat. There are large gaps between the tail lights and the seal. The car has never been in an accident, which indicates that this is a manufacturing/design problem.

Questions about the 1998 Dodge Neon body

Does the 1998 Dodge Neon have body problems?

Owners have filed 22 complaints about the body of the 1998 Dodge Neon, 7% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1998 Dodge Neon body problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1998 Dodge Neon body?

Yes, 1 recall: 99V001000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Dodge Neon have the most body problems?

The Dodge Neon model years with the most body complaints are 2000 (33 complaints), 1997 (24 complaints) and 1996 (23 complaints).