Engine Clicking And Tapping Noises Problems of Dodge Neon

2002 Neon developed a tapping noise at cold start; the noise continues until the car is warmed up. No warning lights to indicate a problem. Car was taken to dealer for diagnosis; owner told it is a rod or wrist pin, best to replace the engine for 4,600. This car only has 44,000 miles on it and has been properly maintained.

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: the contact stated that while traveling 60 mph on normal road conditions and making a right turn a loud popping sound was heard. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who determined that the axle was broken. This manufactures defect caused problems with the cb unit and the engine computer unit. The vehicle was taken to a dealer prior to this incident where the cb unit was replaced. The problems still persists. The vehicle was awaiting a part to arrive for the independent mechanic to perform a replacement. There were no recall nor complaint found on this problem. Updated 12/05/06.

While driving noticed a ticking noise. Consumer was told by mechanicthat may need a new engine.

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Valve pan gasket and valve cover gasket gave out (blew) 120 miles after the manufacturers warranty ran out. Have replaced once and it has blown out again. This is not right. At this same time, the automatic transmission started making a clunk sound when shifting up or down. If a car manufacturer cannot make a car that lasts well beyond their pathetic warranty, then they should be held responsible. See ref: odi 536724 odi 545773 odi 704492 odi 707143 odi 710054 odi 780464 odi 826370 odi 829921 odi 831010 odi 831498 odi 832094 odi 841115 odi 847105 odi 848011 odi 848347.

Blown head gasket at 30,000, missing, hesitation, now loud noise on cold start may be power steering pump? also loud popping noise coming from suspension.

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Chrysler sold Neons with known factory defects as evidenced by issuance of 70 tsbs and failed to recall cars which are highway hazards. To date, I have spent $10,088. 79 on repairs due to these known defects. Two head gaskets, cylinder heads, cam seals and sensors have been replaced by the dealer under Chrysler's "secret warranty"--at 20,871 and 54,049 miles. Now supposedly only defective camsensors are the problem. Other defects beginning 20,000 miles: radio/tape player, vibration, clinkling/clunking sound, steering wheel shake, "toe" problem due to faulty design resulting in excessive tire consumption (tire & wheel run out), abs failure, brake failure due to faulty design, brake howling, brake metal to metal contact, need for larger brake drums, trunk weatherstripping defective, faulty design results in leaks to interior, lower control arm defective, cannot hold alignment, suspension system defective, tires collapse and fly off, ac failure (hose leaks, compressor replaced), new batteries repeated replaced ( aaa called 12 times and recharger purchased) now a tbs says this is due to a defective rke transmitter, 02 sensors, various seals leak, wiring defective, transmission replaced (nothing but shards of metal left--on display at transmission shop), transaxle differential replaced, oil leakage, lifetime brakes replaced every 6 months, insufficient power on incline, with parking brake and foot brake on car rolls or lurches when ignition turned off, steering column shakes violently at 45 mph, difficult to steer at under 45 mph, driver side rear view mirror fell off, turn signal defective, separation of lower control arm ball joint, wheelcover loss due to missing or loose bolts, rim replacements due to tires flying off, oil leak, glove compartment latch failure, poor design with no lights around lighter, and other minor problems. Chrysler is a negligent manufacturer and all Neons should be taken off the road.