2000 Dodge Neon: water leaks into the cabin

Filed Jan 17, 2013 · Body, Visibility · 90,000 miles · WA

As with a multitude of other owners of this vehicle, whenever there is a rain (heavy or light), water leaks into the interior of the car (most likely through the trunk, possibly around the taillight or another hard to diagnose area). The water will fill up the spare tire well and pool there, then move under the back seats and the back seat floors where again the water pools and soaks into the lining/cushions/interior. All of this water causes both structural damage to the body of the car (rust and other issues), produces mildew and mold in the interior of the vehicle (a potential health hazard), and creates highly humid and moist environment inside the car. The leak and water have also affected the reverse/backup lighting (another hazard) and rusted parts of the spare tire well. In addition the high humidity results in interior windows being not just fogged but having a worrisome amount of condensation that must be removed before driving safely. Numerous attempts have been made to "seal" the leak in the trunk to no avail. A quick internet search for this problems reveals hundreds and hundreds of people with the exact same issue of the leak. Dodge has never addressed this issue with consumers.

Filed Mar 8, 2007 · Brakes, Engine · 75,000 miles · NY

Water leaking in brake power booster cause brakes to freeze in cold; brake valves needed to be replaced; front wheel bearings needed to be replaced; ABS system disconnect- not working properly - controller given off error code - possible need to be replace; all brake system lights on in car - no diagnosis for problem; rattling noise in dash board; high humming noise under car when drive - unable to hear radio between rattling & humming noises; AC work but no heat; when driving wheels sometimes feel like they are going to fall off; recently found out car failed nys emission test on date of purchase; I filed complaint with better business bureau regarding dealer where I brought car from - they have failed to respond.

Filed Jan 11, 2007 · Body · 100,000 miles · SC

Water leaking into the trunk area and the floor boards of the rear passenger compartment causing mildew, rust and damage to stored property inside the vehicle.

Filed Nov 30, 2005 · Electrical, Engine · TN

The car idles very high and then accelerates to higher speeds without touching the accelerator pedal. There is a high acceleration boosts and spurts when first accelerating from a stopped position, causing car to lunge forward at high speeds. The car refuses to start when not used daily, such as a problem with the starter or the alternator, but no problems have been found with either parts upon inspections by a mechanic. Front axles pop when turning. Key is hard to disengage or remove from the ignition. Brakes are constantly squealing and wear every 3-6 months regardless f how the car is driven. Though it may or not be a problem for some, the fold down seats in the rear seat do not have a disengage lever from the trunk. Over-head dome light does not function properly and has faulty wiring, so that even though all doors are closed the dome light never shuts off. There is constantly a fuse light that flashes in my dash, though all fuses have been checked numerous times and all are in perfect working order, though they have been replaced, the warning light still flashes. The utility outlet/cigarette lighter outlet doesn't and has not ever worked since the car was bought in 2004. Fuses have been replaced multiple times, but the problem still has not been fixed. Water leaks in from rain or windshield wipers causing musty odor in the car. Car constantly over-heats during travel over 35-40 miles and leaks anti-freeze, though no leaks or pin holes of any kind could be found. Trunk sticks making it hard to open or disengage, caused key to be broken off inside the trunk lock.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · 91,223 miles · UN

The car was bought in march of 2003 and 2 weeks later we had a windshield replaced . Since that time when ever we have heavy rainfall water leaks in on the passenger side coming in through the heating vent . All basis have been covered concerning the windshield replacement. We thought it was an improper windshield installment but it is not.we took it to the dealership where we bought it and they cleaned out the water drain for the heater but since then we had a heavy rainfall and it still continues to leak . Obviously they have no idea what the problem is and at the same time im getting more and more frustrated about this.

Filed Nov 3, 2003 · Body · 44,000 miles · PA

Water comes in the passenger's side floor board. Driver took vehicle to the dealer for analysis. The mechanic could not duplicate the problem. *ak during heavy rains water enters the vehicle through the passenger side floor board. Water has damaged fan blower, dashboard, carpet, seats, hood and panels. Due to water damage mold is forming on the vehicle carpet.

Filed Jan 29, 2002 · Body · GA

Consumer stated water leaks into trunk, which in return makes puddles of water on floorboard on the passengers side. Contacted dealer. *ak.