Gasoline Engine problems of the 1996 Dodge Neon

26 problems related to gasoline engine have been reported for the 1996 Dodge Neon. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Gasoline Engine problem

Failure Date: 05/21/2002

Gauges went too high, and engine blewout. Mechanic stated engine needed replacing. When engine blewout was unable to exit highway because of traffic. Please provide any further information.

2 Gasoline Engine problem

Failure Date: 10/27/2001

While driving with heater on, consumer started to smell gasoline inside vehicle. Pulled over and stopped. Tried to lift hood, but noticed flames shooting out. Had vehicle towed home. Contacted insurance company and an inspector was sent to check. Indicated engine leak caused flames. Information provided by state farm insurance agent.

3 Gasoline Engine problem

Failure Date: 05/29/2001

Dear sir's, it was some-what hard to be really acurate on the milages in your form, but while these things were going on, I was keeping notes. I compiled them all down to a journal type document, dates & times. (06) pages. And I can further extend points in there, in a phone conversation. I will be happy to send you a copy of this also. Respectfully, e w. Moss. No safetyd efect listed.

4 Gasoline Engine problem

Failure Date: 03/26/2001

No summary for above vehicle.

5 Gasoline Engine problem

Failure Date: 02/20/2001

No summary listed for above vehicle.

6 Gasoline Engine problem

Failure Date: 08/21/2000

I was driving 55 mph when my car went to 0 in less than 3 seconds was not able to restart vehicle. Had it towed to patriot in killeen TX the couldnt troubleshoot so they sent the car to Dodge country. Where it has been sitting since 8/21/00 I want this to be investigated I have extended warranty on the vehicle but all the problems it has they are saying it doesnt cover all. I've searched the internet and found out that there was a recall on this vehicle. Not sure if the work was done on my Neon prior to purchasing it. And would like to know any information and background on this vehicle I'm very disattisfied with the Neon and I'm sorry I have one. I will never own another Neon!!.

7 Gasoline Engine problem

Failure Date: 03/30/2000

We have been informed from our repair shop that this has happened to a lot of Chrysler vehicles, Neon, cirrus,and. No safety defect listed in the summary.

8 Gasoline Engine problem

Failure Date: 03/10/2000

No summary.

9 Gasoline Engine problem

Failure Date: 01/26/2000

No summary listed for above vehicle.

10 Gasoline Engine problem

Failure Date: 01/24/2000

The dealership was terrible-minus 5 stars. Took the car to different dealership. They did a good job. Will think twice about buying another Chrysler car. No safety defect stated in summary.

11 Gasoline Engine problem

Failure Date: 01/01/2000

I have a 1996 Dodge Neon. This car is a complete lemon,my engine sealent has been leaking for over 2 years,im am not the only owner that has had problems with the engine sealent.

12 Gasoline Engine problem

Failure Date: 11/15/1999

This must be the leakiest car around! can we recover some repair costs? no seafety defect mentioned in summary.

13 Gasoline Engine problem

Failure Date: 10/25/1999

Brought car to dealer; cost totaled approx. $1,500; contacted corporate office and they covered parts; ended up paying approx. $400. Should be recalled -- outrageous viewing the numerous complaints on this same thing.

14 Gasoline Engine problem

Failure Date: 10/20/1999

Noticed this problem seems common for '96 Neon - should be recalled!!.

15 Gasoline Engine problem

Failure Date: 10/13/1999

No summary listed for abov evehicle.

16 Gasoline Engine problem

Failure Date: 09/30/1999

There is something wrong with my head gasket.

17 Gasoline Engine problem

Failure Date: 04/12/1999

No summary listed for this vehicle.

18 Gasoline Engine problem

Failure Date: 12/03/1998

Please help me with chrylser. I have made numberous calls and they will not listen to me. It is ridiculous that I should have to pay for all of this. The car is obviously a "lemon. ".

19 Gasoline Engine problem

Failure Date: 08/21/1998

While stopping at a traffic light the vehicle cuts off and would not restart for about one hour. The vehicle would crank would not turn over. This incident happened 6 times between the 21st and 24th of August 1998. The dealer could not duplicate the problem, and could not find out what was wrong with the vehicle. On September 4th, the vehicle just cranked and never started. The vehicle was towed to the dealership.

20 Gasoline Engine problem

Failure Date: 06/01/1998

This is a problem with alot of 1996-when are they going to recall it( dot number: ).

21 Gasoline Engine problem

Failure Date: 10/02/1997

Consumer can be driving at approx 55 mph or less the vehicle will lose all power, engine will turn off , consumer tried to put it in neutral in order to gain control but cannot, had to pull over put it in park in order to start again. This defect has no warning, have taken it to dealer 6-7 times cannot find problem, changed plugs/plugs wires,put in cam sensor.

22 Gasoline Engine problem

Failure Date: 12/01/1996

No summary provided by consumer. ( dot number: tire size: 185r14 ).

23 Gasoline Engine problem

Rocker arm assembly defective.

24 Gasoline Engine problem

When traveling vehicle cut off without prior warning, causing a rear end collision. No lights illiumanted on the dashboard, indicating vehicle had cut off. Consumer has contacted the dealer. Manufacturer's recall number 676 concerns the same type of problem unsure if the vehicle is included. Please provide any further details.

25 Gasoline Engine problem

Please recall. I'm tired of putting oil in this thing.

26 Gasoline Engine problem

Talked to many other Dodge Neon owners with same paint problem. The blue (periwinkle) paint chips off. No safety defect.



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