Peeling paint on my 1995 dodge neon. I am on my third transmission, replaced air conditioner because of smoke under hood, brakes, rotors, fuel leaking, valve cover gasket, head gasket, no oil in engine had it towed. I also in the time I own my neon I have had all kinds of problems. After replacing all this I only had one recall sent to me on the steering coupler. I had that fixed at the dealer. But, I haven't had any other recalls sent to me. 2 transmissions and alot of money spent on a lemon.
Dodge Neon fuel leak problems
16 of the 3,483 owner complaints about the Dodge Neon describe fuel leak, most of them for the 1995 model year.
- owner complaints
- 16
- worst model year
- 1995
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall for this area of the car. See below
By model year
- 20001
- 19991
- 19972
- 19963
- 19959
Often reported together
Fuel pump 1Fire or smoke 1Check engine light 1Grinding brakes 1
What owners say
Replaced rusted out fuel tank that leaked fuel after filling it more then half-full. Repaired rusted out fuel inlet tube ( leaked when filling fuel tank) fuel tanks was recycled and still using inlet tube.
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle was parked in a school zone when the contact was asked to move the vehicle off school property due to excessive gas leaking and the potential for starting a fire on school property. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who determined the vehicle was leaking gas and brake fluid and that the repairs should be covered under the federal safety agency recall#96v228000, regarding service brakes,hydraulic:foundation components:hoses,lines/piping, and fittings. The vehicle was than towed to the local dealer who determined that the vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN. The vehicle was currently at the dealer waiting further examination and repairs.
Head gasket blown. Large oil/fuel leaks and/or contamination throughout engine compartment, including captured in motor-mount bay acting as a resevoir dam. *nm google alone demonstrates some 111,000 reported "neon head-gasket" items with a majority percentage sampled showing as problems with the head-gasket! Please help! Not only is this an expensive item ($450) to replace, but it is a critical safety issue!
While pumping fuel consumer noticed that fuel was leaking from undrneath the vehicle. Dealer stated gas tank filler pipe was corroded.
While traveling on the highway, the check engine light appeared on the dashboard, and the vehicle leaked gasoline underneath the vehicle. *ak *ts
Serious gas leak from end of fuel module where gas seal has worn away and leaked out too much gas. Daimlerchrylser will not do a recall.
Leaks fuel from fuel tube whenever filling tank.
Dealership has examined vehicle four times because fuel tank was leaking fuel onto the ground. Leak was coming from where fuel tank was connected to vehicle. Dealership has been unable to effectively remedy this problem. Please provide any additional information / attachments.
A fuel leak was present inside of vehicle. Also, brakes made squeaking noise on right side off vehicle. Dealership will be notified.
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- The fuel and rear brake tubes can experience accelerated corrosion between the tubes and a rubber isolator.
- Risk
- Corrosion of the tubes can lead to brake fluid or fuel leakage. This can cause a loss of brakes or result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the brake, fuel supply and fuel vapor tubes for the presence of corrosion. Any tubes showing corrosion will be replaced. All vehicles will have the rubber isolator replaced with a plastic clip.
Recall number 96V228000 · Recall details
Questions about the Dodge Neon fuel leak
Which Dodge Neon years have fuel leak problems?
The model years with the most reports are 1995 (9 complaints), 1996 (3 complaints) and 1997 (2 complaints).
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