Brake Foundation Components Problems of Dodge Neon - part 1

The front and rear brakes on the 2002 Dodge Neon seem to have many problems and I feel this should be looked into. The front brakes (pads and rotors) had to be replaced at around 7000 miles due to warped rotors causing severe shaking of the vehicle during braking. Now again at 17000 miles the vehicle exibits the same problem with the front brakes. The rear brakes have had a severe squeal since the car was purchased - it was in three seperate times for this. We were told this is a normal problem that all Neons have. The first two times it was taken to the dealer they cleaned the breaks and said they were fine. The third time we were told the rear shoes were no good and the rear drums were ruined and needed replaced. (at 16500 or so miles) I called the Dodge corporation and after many calls they offered the parts on the rear free but we had to pay for labor. This has been a problem with this vehicle since new and I feel the brake system needs improved to keep this from happining. The vheicle is a 2002 Dodge Neon sxt driven very little by my mother-in-law, a very easy person on the car so there is no excessive driving by any means that would contribute to this problem. Rear drums should almost never need replaced, they seem to last forever on most vehicles and rotors do warp sometimes but not two sets in 17000 miles. I have seen many Neons exibit the rear squealing problem on the roads so I know this is not just this car and I would like someone to look into this. Thank you for your time. Ben hodges.

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Brake adjuster fell apart inside brake drum.

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Consumer states that when brakes where applyed the pedal went to the floor, and the brakes did not hold. Driver had to pull on the emergency brakes to stop vehicle.

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Consumer states while dealer was servicing the right rear tire, when taking the tire off the spring and rotors and other brake parts fell off.

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Consumer states while driving and with no warning the brakes locked up causing a collision. Cause unknown dealer notified.

While driving 40 mph applied brakes and without warning brakes malfunctioned, resulting in a collision. Driver sustained minor injuries. Consumer also stated brakes failure has occured on 3 separate occasions.

When applying brakes to slowdown they would fail to catch properly. This causes extended stopping distance. For the brakes to catch, sometimes, would need to pump brake pedal. Problem is intermittent.

Prior to recall notification consumer had the brake booster hose replaced, also the master cylinder, 2 calipers, 2 wheel cylinders, front brake pads and also the brake fluid was replaced due to contamination, consumer is requesting reimbursement.

While driving 35 to 40mph applied brakes and they would not oerate properly, causing vehicle to rearend another vehicle. Vehicle was totaled. Driver was injured.

Ongoing problem with noises coming from wheels when applying brakes. Vehicle been into dealer shop on three occasions for cleaning, but problem still occurring. Vehicle been back in for the forth time and cause could not be found. Feel free to provide any further information on this matter.

My car was totaled after being involved in an automotive accident on October 29, 2000. As I exited sr - 869 at atlantic blvd I applied my brakes and they failed . This failure caused my veh to crash into another veh and that veh hit the veh in front of it. The driver of veh 2 sustained injuries and was taken to a hospital. I did not understand why my brakes failed on that night until I received a recall notice on this vehicle and subsequent models also. I have sustained alot of monetary loss due to this brake failure and my driving record is ruined. . I am filing this complaint prior to seeing an attorney . I would apppreciate any help that you could give me.

While driving 50-55mph steering wheel locked, causing driver to lose control, resulting in a collision with minor injuries. The vehicle accelerates suddenly and the brakes locked. The vehicle could not be repaired after accident due to inferior structure and body. This vehicle was sold by deceptive tactics and to cover up prior accident, the dealer refused to reveal service records.

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Brakes do not catch when needed in an emergency situation. Brake pedal goes all the way down to the floor, and vehicle loses power.

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Whenever brakes are applied to slow down, would make a loud noise before vehicle stops. Has taken vehicle to another dealer who corrected the problem. Had the brake pads and rotors fixed.

No summary.

Brake problem; when applying the brakes under normal conditions the vehicle does not come to a complete stop until the brake pedal is equal to the floor. This happens on regular road condtions, no inclement weather. Dealer is aware of the condition, attempted to fix 6 times. Consumer still experiencing brake problems.

Brakes make noise, system operating normal.

Brakes failed resulting in vehicle collision.

Brakes failed on several occasions, once resulted in an accident.

Brakes failed twice to stop vehicle, lost control. Resulting in collision.

Head gasket failure at 48750 miles, problem repaired. Brakes are noisy and cause extended stopping distance. The air circulation switch malfunctions, causing the windows to fog up. The brakes and air circulation problems have not been able to be fixed.

Brakes failed 3 times.

Customer said that she had a brake problem/ she took it to the dealership and they said that they couldn't fix the problem. Dealer also indicated that she should pick another car from the lot. She would like her money back and the dealership declined her request.

While braking in line of traffic brakes did not work, cruise control seemed to engage,car would not stop. Hit car in front, that car hit next in line. Received summons but at later date found not guilty and fine returned. Inspection said cruise was ok. On 23/25/99 brakes again failed til cruise control was hit at off button. Cruise was not in use - has not been used since 1996 accident. Cruise control was not connected at time of purchase - northtown Dodge connected 10/4/96 when found cruise did not work.

Could steer to left but could not get up the ravine, tried to turn right to avoid a utility pole ahead but steering wheel would not turn right, couldn't get back to the ravine, attempted to turn right, steering wheel locked up and vehicle went into a utility pole, resulting in an injury.

Failure on the brake pedal, the brake pedal goes to the floor, causing the consumer to almost have an accident. Brake pedal sometimes gets spongy, brakes do not bind up or go into abs.

Brakes squeak.

Brakes make noise and experience extended stopping distance.

Driving at approximately 35 mph or less brakes failed, causing loss of control. Consumer had to gear down. Had to turn into a street to avoid accident. This is an intermittent problem. Dealer is aware of problem.

Onsumer had an accident due to extended stopping distance, brakes faded, consumer was driving on dry pavement and traveling 25 mph , the vehicle skided to a stop. Consumer noticed the problem on 4 occasions.

Brakes squeak, especially first thing in the morning and afternoon/evening. After a few minutes the noise goes away but is very loud. Dealership mechanic stated, that moisture gets in through the hub caps openings, which makes brakes squeak.

When approaching a intersection and appyling brakes vehicle slowed down,and then unexpectedly accelerated, brake pedal went to the floor, causing extended stopping distance which resulted in a collision. Please give any further details.

The rear brakes squeak. The car has been taken back to the dealership three times with no success.

Brakes squeak when its backing up. Yh.

While driving the brakes squeal and moan when applied. The dealer has attempted to repair the problem several times yet it reoccurs. Manufacturers has been notified. Nlm.