Dodge Neon wipers problems

Filed Jan 24, 2015 · Electrical, Lights · 10,345 miles · NJ

Smoke started coming out of the vents & steering column. Took it to the dealer & they said it was spilled anti freeze from when they changed the oil. Car was ok for a little while. Now it's smoking again the front defroster doesn't work the fog lights are gone & recently my highlights went too. I took it to the shop they shown me the burnt wires in steeling column & said the heating coil is damaged making the smell & fogs the window from the fumes. Next to go will be the turning signals & wipers if not fixed.

Filed Apr 15, 2011 · Engine · 111,000 miles · SC · crash · fire · 1 injury

I got my oil changed, tires rotated, and windshield wipers replaced on april 13 2011 around 6:30pm. My oil change took approximately 15 min. After the oil change and tire rotation, I paid and went straight home. I was not informed by anyone at valvoline that anything was wrong with my car. I got in my car around 7:40am on april 14th and headed towards my insurance company on asheville highway. As I entered onto business 85, my car started to smoke from under the hood and I could feel heat on my feet near the gas pedal and brake. As I tried to brake and slow the car down, something under the hood caught fire and the brakes failed to stop the car and the car ended up sliding into the back of a pick up truck and the hood and front end of the car completely burst into flames. The brakes on the car were replaced supposed have been replaced by the dealer before I purchased the car in december of 2010. Because of the incident, I sprain my wrist, dislocated my toe, and am without a vehicle.

Filed Dec 6, 2006 · Body · 9,800 miles · VT

Dt*: the contact stated the plastic adjusting vent for the heat appeared to have been gnawed on, and the air coming out smelled like feces. The contact ascertained that a mouse had gotten in to the ventilation system of the vehicle through the space where the wiper post protruded through the top of the hood. The contact expressed a concern that the mouse could have chewed through the wires if given the chance. The main concern was that the vehicle was not secured from the forces of nature. The vehicle was not seen by a dealer, however the manufacturer was notified.

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 Sep 29, 2005 · Electrical · 75,760 miles · NC · fire

Dt: the vehicle caught on fire from the wiring under the dashboard. This happened on september 6, 2005, contacted the dealer, and they were going to investigate it, but have not done so. The vehicle cut off, and smoke came out from under the dash. Then , the vehicle turned on four times by itself while consumer holding the key in hand. The horn started blowing and windshield wipers came on.

Filed Jun 2, 2003 · Lights, Visibility · 35,600 miles · MI

Windshield wipers activate when turn signal is used. Windshield wipers will then not shut off unless ignition is turned off.

Filed Dec 9, 2002 · Engine, Transmission · 39,640 miles · IN

The head gasket failed which caused the vehicle to stall, the dealer replaced the head gasket, however after 2103 miles the head gasket failed again. Ph. The transmission pan was leaking fluid and the wiper blades was replaced.

Filed Mar 15, 2001 · Electrical, Engine · MA

While driving entire electrical system went out. Had no interior or outside lights. Had some leakage from transmission and engine. Took vehicle to dealership, and mechanic repaired leakages/starter/head gaskets/ oil pressure switch, and windshield wipers.*ak water leak from the trunk to rear floor boards caused corrosion. Also, signal light failed to go off. Consumer states the vehicle had been involved in several accidents befor e purchase.

Filed Aug 25, 2000 · Visibility · NJ

When driving andfor no apparent reason and without operator operating windshield wiper switch windshield wipers will turn off and on. Problem is linked to an electrical problem. Also, note car alarm often sounds off. Consumer has contacted dealer. Please provide any further details.

Filed Feb 11, 1997 · Visibility · NH

Front defroster vents too small, fail to adequately defrost windshield, causing ice to build up on windshield, preventing wipers from operating.