I leased a 2000 dodge neon for 4 years. Over the course of the lease, I had continued trouble with rear brake noise (squealing), and took it in for service 3 times, and was told there was nothing wrong with the brakes. When I returned the vehicle at the end of the lease, I was billed $150 to fix the squealing rear brakes. I do not feel that I should be held accountable for this since I did attempt to have the brakes fixed 3 times. I should not be penalized for dodge/chrysler's "faulty" product.
2000 Dodge Neon brakes complaints
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Brakes squeak usually in the morning, dealer mentioned surface rust on drums and rotors, advised to set parking brake each evening. Right rear door leaks.
I bought my car in january of 2001. I was looking through the recalls on my vehicle and there was one in april of 2001 and I did not receive anything on it. It was something about the brakes and the car idling up to high and I am having problems with that. When I push my brakes it fills like it is going to take off by itself. I have 2 very small children and I think that if you have recalls on cars that everyone that has that car should know so that no more injuries can occur due to the problem. I would greatly appreciate it if someone would send me something on this problem so that I can take it to my local dealership and get it seen about. I have a 2000 dodge neon, and as I said I found this recall on this site and I was not contacted about it in 2001 nor was I aware that such a recall exsisted. I have been having this problem out of my car for awhile now and everytime I took it to the dealership they said that nothing was wrong. I don't think that they knew what they were looking for. I would like the same respect that everyone else got and have a chance to correct the default in my car. So please send me some information immediately. Thanks, ksims. Ak
The brake lines on the vehicle were corroded.
When applied pressure to the brakes, brake pedal hit the floor causing a collision. Ts
Brake squealing and moaning when are applied. Dealer has been changed front pad and rotors. Please provide further information.ts
There is a vibration in the steering wheel. The steering column was replaced. *jg there was also a grinding noise when making turns, the left front axle had made a grinding noise, and the vehicle leaked when it had rained.
Consumer stated that while driving at any speed, the brake rotors are warped due to over heating, causing vibration in the steering wheel when applying the brake. Dealer notified. Ts consumer feels this is premature as the brake rotors have been resurfaced twice due to excessive warping.
Consumer states vehicle brake pad makes a gridding noise,feels like wheel is about to fall off,problem only exsits in the morning.had vehicle serviced,brake pad and rotor are fine. Dealer states the condensation from the humidity causes mositure and makes the rotor rust,that causes the noise.cannot fix problem. Nlm
My neon has 16,000 miles on it and the tires have screeched since I ibought the car. The dealership said that is normal in rainy weather. Well the weather is no longer rainy and chrysler refuses to stand behind their brakes. They told me I need new brakes shoes and the rotors shaved and they even charged me to tell me that. Mr
When applying the brakes, the vehicle will start to pulsate at any speed. Also, extended stopping distance. Contacted dealer. *ak the consumer states the following as problems occured: the passenger air bag, throttle blade icing, defective rotors, charging system over charging-no trouble codes; 3 battery replacements(defective per mechanic), many gas tank repairs/replacements(would not take gas without clicking and ticking/filler tank/gas tank), warning brake light and buzzer chimes when brake is applied also with the gas pedal when applied (due to defective rotors and lack of brake fluid, transmission problem-grinding noise/won't go in reverse, brake noise in rear tire/brake booster replace per recall-needs rotors & pads in front, A/C blows warm air-compessor clutch wouldn't engage(found broken wire), problem with the voltage regulator, and noise in the power steering.
A whistling noise when brakes were applied was a result of spring clip on back of brakes that go into piston, rusted off. This can cause loss of brake power.
Abs failed ,front brakes locked rear brakes failed, airbags did not deploy, seat belt did not lock during collision.
Consumer states that the brakes make a rubbing and whining noise continuously.
My car was totaled after being involved in an automotive accident on october 29, 2000. As I exited sr - 869 at atlantic blvd I applied my brakes and they failed . This failure caused my veh to crash into another veh and that veh hit the veh in front of it. The driver of veh 2 sustained injuries and was taken to a hospital. I did not understand why my brakes failed on that night until I received a recall notice on this vehicle and subsequent models also. I have sustained alot of monetary loss due to this brake failure and my driving record is ruined..I am filing this complaint prior to seeing an attorney . I would apppreciate any help that you could give me.
Whenever brakes are applied to slow down, would make a loud noise before vehicle stops. Has taken vehicle to another dealer who corrected the problem. Had the brake pads and rotors fixed.
While driving about 35 MPH and when applying brakes lost control of vehicle and crashed into guardrails. Upon impact, air bags did not deploy. Dealer was not contacted. Please provide more information.
While driving about 35 MPH, stepped on brakes pedal but brakes did not activate, and pedal went to the floor. Vehicle had crashed into the guardrail. Dealer had not been contacted. Please provide more information.
While driving 35 to 40mph applied brakes and they would not oerate properly, causing vehicle to rearend another vehicle. Vehicle was totaled. Driver was injured.
Prior to recall notification consumer had the brake booster hose replaced, also the master cylinder, 2 calipers, 2 wheel cylinders, front brake pads and also the brake fluid was replaced due to contamination, consumer is requesting reimbursement.
Consumer took vehicle in for safety recall o1v154000 to replace brake booster hose, however dealer stated that parts were out of stock, consumer still waiting to hear from dealer regarding recall repair.
Brake system intermittently fails to stop when brake pedal is pressed. Dealership has examined vehicle and determined that brake booster is causing this problem to occur. Please provide any additional inforamtion / documentation.
Received recall notice 01v154000. Several dealerships refused to do repairs. Contacted manufacturer, and was informed to set up appointment with dealership. Took vehicle to dealership, and service manager refused to do recall repairs on brakes vacuum booster hose. Was driving vehicle down mountain, and had no brakes to slow down. Vehicle went off mountain. Driver jumped out and suffered serious injuries. Vehicle totaled. Manufacturer indicated not responsible for non repairs.
While driving front driver's side and passenger's side tires lose pressure, which causes rear ABS brakes to make a knocking sound when the brakes are applied. Please add any further details.
Consumer received recall notice 01v230000 concerning brake power assist: booster. Dealer has yet to receive parts for recall repairs. Please provide any further information.
Whenever turning or braking vehicle squeaks. Took vehicle to dealer, and they went for a test drive with consumer, and there was no squeaking. Soon as consumer left dealer, squeaking started again. Please provide any further information.
Intermittently when brakes are applied brakes pulsate, causing vehicle to virbrate. Dealer repaired vehicle three times. However, problem has reoccurred. Please provide further information.
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Driving in our car we experienced a loud noise from the right rear of the car, took it to our local goodyear mechanic, he stated and showed me that the calipers were not funcitioning correctly in the rear, both inboard brake pads were metal to metal while the outboard pads were like new. Thankfully we heard the noise so a brake failure did not occur. Upon taking it to the dealer they stated this was abnormal and a problem, but not covered under warranty, no replacement or service to the calipers were made. I am now waiting for it to prematurely wear out again. The dealer exclaimed that he had never seen a car wear out that quickly on one side of the pads. I believe it is a caliper failure, confirmed by the goodyear service person.
Ongoing problem with noises coming from wheels when applying brakes. Vehicle been into dealer shop on three occasions for cleaning, but problem still occurring. Vehicle been back in for the forth time and cause could not be found.feel free to provide any further information on this matter.
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