Dodge Neon fuel gauge problems

Filed May 3, 2012 · Electrical · 112,397 miles · AR

Tl* the contact owns a 1998 dodge neon. The contact stated that the speedometer and fuel gauge only functioned on an intermittent basis. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and the contact was informed that the instrument cluster needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 112,397. ..updated 05/15/12 * bf updated 05/21/12

Filed Jul 10, 2009 · Engine, Transmission · 83,000 miles · MD

My engine light turned on initially. I took the car to a mechanic to have the computer read by a mechanic. The light turned off before I arrived to the shop, but I thought that there would be something in the computer history. The mechanic still put this on the computer which read nothing in the history. I thought that this must be some type of diagnostic check and the mechanic stated that I could of just put the gas cap on wrong or something. I just bought the car about 6 months ago and nothing was wrong with the car when I had this inspected. The engine light being on will not pass emissions. Then on 06/22/09 I got an full oil change and all fluids were checked. Still nothing wrong. I turned the car on 07/04/09 the brake light was flashing and the speedometer gauge and fuel gauge was shaking. The battery died. I replaced the battery and the battery warehouse checked the flow of the battery and stated that this may have been just a bad battery because nothing else is wrong. They even stated that this was not the alternator. Then 2 days later I turn the car on and the transmission fluid and antifreeze were pouring on the ground. I turned the car off immediately. The dodge dealership thinks this is the transmission from experience without even looking at the car. I feel that this is a safety hazard and would like this to be looked into further when looking online it looks as if I am not the only owner of 2002 neon that is having this particular issue without any noticeable warning. There was no pop-the engine still runs without a noise I just noticed that I lost all gears and fluids are dumping very quickly from my car. I immediately shut this down. Dodge is quoting just for a transmission the bill will be $3500.00 and needed my VIN # just to tell that without seeing my car. Luckily my employer is not upset about the fluids all dumped in the parking lot, but this could be considered property damage.

Filed Nov 14, 2007 · Electrical, Steering · 46,000 miles · NY

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 dodge neon. While driving at any speed, the fuel gauge, speedometer, and other instrument panel gauges were inoperable. The dealer stated that the instrument panel cluster caused the failure. As of november 14, 2007, the dealer had not repaired the vehicle. The failure and current mileages were 46,000. Updated 01-10-08. *kb the instrument cluster had an internal failure. The clutch, alternator and tie rods were replaced. Updated 01/08/08.

Filed May 31, 2006 · Electrical · 96,780 miles · MI

Complete speedometer failure while vehicle is being driven. Loss of all data regarding speed vehicle is traveling, and at times, all information from the engine temperature gauge and fuel gauge. Issues with neon speedometers are widely published on the internet. I am shocked to see that there has never been a recall for such a well documented vehicle failure.

Filed Dec 23, 2005 · Fuel system · LA · crash · fire · 3 injuries

2000 dodge neon owned by ms. Jerry kimbell of haughton louisiana burst into flames after rear end collision. 2000 neon has fuel sending unit located on bottom of gas tank and poorly routed fuel lines. According to the federal safety agency study, cost to place fuel sending unit on top of tank and reroute fuel lines would add zero cost in production. This complaint is filed by sam goodwin, attorney for rene rivers, the daughter of the deceased.

Filed Nov 28, 2005 · Acceleration, Brakes · 50,000 miles · GA

I have had ongoing problems with my 1996 dodge neon sport, it has been inoperable for the last year or so, due to electrical problems and stalling which I believe stem from the wiring harness. I have had the brakes replaced a few times, the A/C replaced, fuel injection acts up and the fuel gauge fluctuates, my transmission has started slipping, power steering and exhaust are leaking, numerous oil leaks, rear lights/ brake lights have not worked in over a year, driverside window broke along the extending arm inside of the door frame, trunk release is broken and my cruise control is broken! For the last 4months my car has been sitting at atlanta dodge llc! Just after leaving it with their service department, I received a call saying I needed a new battery and until it was replaced for $180 they could not do a diagnostic check for any other problems!! The battery was not even a year old and worked fine when I left the car at the dealership!! But in hopes of any decent service I bought another battery from advanced auto parts $40 and took it in myself. During this visit I reminded them that my make and model car was under a recall, they informed me that it was not!! I gave them the federal safety agency recall documentation and was told that it didn't apply to my car, only to the neons from the plant in new mexico!! Just after thanksgiving I decided to call them to find out what has been going on. I spoke with brian the cs rep. And he informed me that the mechanics could not figure out what was wrong with my car and refused to research any further unless I agreed to spend no less than $250 towards the repairs!! It's not a coincidence that the same parts are in need of repairs as 15,000 other neons -- regardless of which plant the vehicles were assemblied, the defects lie in the placement and/or manufacturing of the faulty parts and should be covered under any relating recalls! *nm updated 12/1505.

Filed May 21, 2005 · Steering · AK

I have a new 2003 dodge neon that has never been wrecked and so far the shifter boot has torn(was replaced) but is now cracking again (it's [xxx] cold where I live, -50 to -60 happens). I had an oil leak that was blamed on me by anchorage chrysler, I reported that the right rear brakes always sqeal when applied (I was told thats dust) but it's happenes every day. I needed an wheel alignment (car puuls to the left) and I'm told you cant align a neon. You can part of the alignment but were sorry [xxx] it will always pull to the left because it is not adjustable.the alignment came from lithia in anchorage alaska (they are great people) I dont blame them 1 bit they didnt make a car that cant be fixed(dodge did). Anchorage chrysler was my best friend until I brought my car in for repairs then they actually told me the reason I have problems with it is because it's a cheap no good car. I sent an e-mail to dodge asking why they would build such a vehicle that could never be aligned and they said we try to make everybody happy. Not once getting to the question "why" what was the reasoning behind such a stupid idea. I love my car but because of this 1 flaw I cant wait to get rid of it. I'm checking into a mini, need to make sure it can be fixed if needed first. The car still pulls to the left(rather hard at times), the shifter boot is still splitting, the brakes still squeek. And now I'm wondering if the fuel gauge is correct. Anybody want to buy a nice "looking" neon with low miles. I dont remember the actuall incident dates. This is an ongoing thing information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Jan 21, 2003 · Fuel system · 48,000 miles · NY

The vehicle's gas gauge is inoperative. The gauge was reading full , but vehicle was out of gas. The dealership replaced a part(part unknown). Please provide more details. Ph

Filed Jun 6, 2002 · Electrical, Engine · IL

Consumer states the instrument cluster, fuel gauge, temperature guage, and speedometer failed. Dealer found faulty circuit board. Replaced plugs and wires.

Filed Aug 20, 2001 · Fuel system · CT

While driving 65 MPH vehicle started bucking, then, lost power(, engine stalled . Vehicle was towed to dealer. Fuel sending unit had to be replaced.