2000 Dodge Neon brakes problems

Filed Aug 8, 2014 · Brakes, Lights · 15,000 miles · KY · 1 injury

Unfortunately I ran into a driver whom was in front of me due to low visibility & bad brakes. My headlights are extremely dull & foggy. Also, whomever own the car before me had the brake vacuum replaced due to recall & ever since I've purchased the car there's been a brake problem. Such as needing a new master cylinder, new propositioning, new brake shoes, and wheel cylinder. I have receipts of all work completed. I have a one year old whom ride along and I'm highly concerned about his safety. I love the car but if it continues I will junk out my car and look to sue dodge chrysler and whomever else associated with the making of the vehicle.

Filed Jan 10, 2012 · Airbags, Brakes · 129,000 miles · WV · crash · 2 injuries

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 dodge neon. The contact stated that while attempting to stop the vehicle, the anti-lock braking system failed and caused her to crash into the rear of another vehicle. The seat belts did not properly restrain and the air bags did not deploy. The contact and a passenger were reported injured and transported to the hospital via ambulance. The police were notified and a police report was filed. The vehicle was severely damaged and towed to the contact's residence. The manufacturer was notified of the failure who advised that there was an open recall on the vehicle for the brakes (the federal safety agency campaign id number: 01v154000-service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: vacuum) but not for the seat belt and air bags. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 129,000.

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 Feb 25, 2005 · Brakes · PA

The driver applied the brakes while backing out of the garage and the pedal went to the floor. The driver drove to the dealer. The mechanic informed the driver that the brake pads needed replacement. Please provide additional information.

Filed Jan 4, 2005 · Brakes · OH

While traveling at about 40 MPH all of a sudden the brakes locked up and did not operate. Vehicle spinned out the road before coming to a stop. Consumer will contact manufacturer.

Filed Jul 6, 2004 · Brakes · 30,500 miles · TX

While driving at 45 MPH consumer heard a loud noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. Took vehicle to an independent repair shop, and mechanic replaced both rear brakes.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Airbags, Body · 44,000 miles · VA · crash · 1 injury

Bought car from father in law, he bought the car new. He had no problems with it.soon after I bought from him in 2000(it was still new!),power windows quit working then started working again.cruise control went out, still dont work. Front end crash 2003 may, 4783.45 in damage, air bag did not deploy at 40mph !!! I had car repaired by non chrysler garage as per advice of erie insurance co. Erie wont cover because they say its chrysler's problem, chrysler says its my problem because work was done at non daimler chrysler garage and they were rude and hung up on me! Erie told me to have diagnostic check done on it becuz in aug 03 the air bag lite started to come on and horn wont work. I had the check done and they said clockspring needs replaced. Not erie or chrysler will fix.

Filed Dec 2, 2003 · Brakes · 33,000 miles · NY

My 2000 dodge neon has had two brake failures. At approx 30000 miles, my driver rear brake assembly failed. At approx 33000 miles, my passenger side rear brake assey has also failed. In the first incident the dealer repaired without explaining the nature of the problem. I'll find out about this one. It goes into the shop on thursday, 12/04/03.

Filed Sep 25, 2003 · Brakes · 36,654 miles · VT

Brake adjuster fell apart inside brake drum.

Filed Sep 3, 2003 · Brakes · 39,000 miles · MI

When braking at low speeds and without warning consumer would hear a loud noise coming from the brakes.