1995 Plymouth Neon brakes problems

87 complaints (18% of all complaints for this car). 14 crashes reported.

owner complaints: 87
of this car's complaints: 18%
crashes: 14
recalls: 3

Which part fails

Foundation components
29
Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
29
Foundation components: disc: rotor
10
Foundation components: disc: pads
8
Foundation components: master cylinder
6
Foundation components: drum
4
Foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
3
Foundation components: disc: caliper
3

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Plymouth Neon brakes problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 1995 Plymouth Neon brakes

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Brake failure 19 ABS 14 Grinding brakes 10 Premature wear 5

Related recalls

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: master cylinderReported May 3, 1996 · 151,800 vehicles affected

What is wrong: The brake master cylinder can leak brake fluid due to a damaged double lip rear piston seal.
Risk: Brake fluid leakage can result in diminished effectiveness of one half of the split brake system. The instrument panel warning light(s) will signal system impairment prior to partial brake system loss.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear brake master cylindr piston assembly.

Recall number 96V075000 · Recall details

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsReported February 23, 1994 · 7,100 vehicles affected

What is wrong: The rear brake hose mounting bracket screws can fail allowing the brake hoses to move out of position. The unrestrained hoses are then susceptible to damage which could result in brake fluid leakage.
Risk: Brake fluid leakage will reduce the braking performanceof the vehicle, extend stopping distances, and could result in an accident.
Remedy: The rear brake line hose bracket screws on these vehicles will be replaced.

Recall number 94V034000 · Recall details

Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slipReported January 9, 1994 · 2,700 vehicles affected

What is wrong: The ABS brake master cylinder rear seal allows air to enter the brake system, causing spongy brakes or partial brake system loss.
Risk: Air entering the brake system caused extended stopping distance or partial loss of brakes which may result in an accident.
Remedy: Master cylinders will be inspected for the suspect build date code range and will be replaced if necessary.

Recall number 94V026000 · Recall details

What 1995 Plymouth Neon owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Sep 19, 2005 · Brakes, Fuel system · 118,000 miles · TX

Due to corrosion, the brake lines ruptured while I was braking. I fear that the corrosion will also lead to fuel line leakage. There is an existing recall on both components, my VIN# is not included in the recalls campaign number on brake lines 96v2280000

Filed Apr 9, 2004 · Brakes · TN

This car is sqeaking brakes...don't seem very safe....and noises under the car??

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Airbags, Brakes · 85,000 miles · WV · crash

Brakes failed to work right when my boyfriend wrecked the car which then made him hit the guard rail. The air bags didn't come out. We contacted the place we got the car from but they could not tell us anything. Then the transmission went out of it on october 1, 2003. The whole transmission exploded. We were told the place we bought it from did not put in new clutch and pressure plate and throw out bearings in when we had just bought it. We had told them the clutch was making noise. They would not fixed it. They said it was nothing when I took it in; that's just neons they said... My biggest concern beside the tranny and clutch is the air bags not coming out at all...

Filed Apr 4, 2003 · Brakes, Fuel system · NY

The gas mileage was very poor, the seat belt covers, tire tread, fog lights and dome lights were inoperative and there was a grinding noise when the brakes were applied. *ph

Filed Apr 12, 2002 · Airbags, Brakes · CA · crash · fire · 2 injuries

While at 40 MPH going down hill around a turn consumer applied brakes and they were too hard. Consumer's vehicle went into other lane and struck another vehicle head-on. Vehicle burst into flames and airbags did not deploy. *ak consumer mentions recalls 94v034, 94v033, and 96v228, consumer attempted to get these recall repairs two weeks prior to accident, however dealer refused due to VIN, consumer states these recalls are related to the accident.

Filed Feb 5, 2002 · Brakes · FL

Vehicle was leaking brake fluid from brake lines. Took vehicle to dealer, and dealer indicated there was a lot of corrosion. Also, needed master cylinder and brakes lines.

Filed Jun 14, 2001 · Acceleration, Brakes · NJ

While driving there is a delay in shifting, and no power going up hills. Consumer states gas pedal is pressed to floor, and vehicle only goes 40 MPH. *ak consumer states transmission sticks while shifting from first gear to second. Oil gakset leak was detected after 25000 miles. Brakes started squeaking after 10000 miles.

Filed Mar 20, 2001 · Brakes · NY · crash

Brakes failed to stop vehicle when they were applied. Took vehicle to dealership and mechanic test drove vehicle. Informed owner that ABS brakes were working just fine and were normal. Later, was driving vehicle, and was involved in an accident due to lack of braking power.

Filed Feb 13, 2001 · Brakes · IL

Whenever it rains or snows the ABS light comes on, dealership is not able to find out what is causing this problem. Cj

Filed Feb 9, 2001 · Brakes · NJ

While trying to brake on any wet surface ABS does not work. Similar to recall # 94v026000.

Questions about the 1995 Plymouth Neon brakes

Does the 1995 Plymouth Neon have brakes problems?

Owners have filed 87 complaints about the brakes of the 1995 Plymouth Neon, 18% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1995 Plymouth Neon brakes problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1995 Plymouth Neon brakes?

Yes, 3 recalls: 96V075000, 94V034000, 94V026000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Plymouth Neon have bad brakes?

The Plymouth Neon model years with the most brakes complaints are 1995 (87 complaints), 1996 (38 complaints) and 2000 (36 complaints).