Three problems related to front seat recliner have been reported for the 1998 Dodge Neon. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Vehicle was rearended. Upon impact, driver's seatback collapsed, resulting in minor injuries. Vehicle was totalled.
Another vehicle crossed the yellow line and hit consumer's vehicle head-on, causing the driver's side seat to fall back due to the latch breaking. Seat came down on the child, and the child ended up in the back of the truck. Vehicle was pushed 30 feet back, and the child was in the center.
While driving at 65mph another vehicle rear ended owner's vehicle, causing both front seatbacks to collapse. Dealer has not seen vehicle.
| Front Seat Recliner problems | |
| Seat Broken problems |