One problem related to engine belts and pulleys has been reported for the 1998 Dodge Neon. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
At only 19000 miles the car has blown the head gasket, the front drivers side tire split down the side in several places,both drive belts broke causing dead cells in the battery,now temp gauge goes to red when in traffic with a/c working. Dealer replaced head gasket and belts but cant find the overheating problem. What a piece of junk!!!!.