Five problems related to air bag have been reported for the 1997 Dodge Neon. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
- the contact was exiting the parking complex while driving the 1997 Dodge Neon at 5 mph, when the airbags deployed without warning. This caused the windows on both doors to shatter, and the dashboard and air conditioner vents to come off. The vehicle did not strike or hit anything to cause the airbags to deploy. The vehicle has not been inspected to determine the cause. The vehicle currently has 108000 miles.
While in the house heard a big boom noise. Went out side and the front window was in flames. Took to mechanic, and and mechanic said that a previous dealer had punctured the air bag and some fluid was leaking into car for 8 month. , dealer believed this was what caused the fire.
During vehicle collision no deployment of air bag.
Had received recall notice (#97v080000) over a month ago. Called dealer for appointment. Took the vehicle in, and after arriving was informed they had no parts for the vehicle.
Sudden acceleration experienced causing an accident, no deployment of air bag during collision. Brake failure on occasion contributing to collision.