Underhood Wiring Problems of Dodge Neon

Dodge Neon owners have reported 33 problems related to underhood wiring (under the electrical system category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Dodge Neon based on all problems reported for the Neon.

1 Underhood Wiring problem of the 1996 Dodge Neon

Failure Date: 07/23/2011

The contact owns a 1996 Dodge Neon. The contact was driving 25 mph when the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact had to coast to the side of the road and have the vehicle towed to a local mechanic. The mechanic noticed that a faulty wiring harness was the cause of the vehicle stalling and advised that it would need replacing. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign id number: 96v026000 ( electrical system:wiring:front underhood). The contact was advised by the manufacturer that there were no recalls. The failure mileage was 120,000.

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2 Underhood Wiring problem of the 1996 Dodge Neon

Failure Date: 05/26/2006

: the contact stated there were two problems with the vehicle. There were intermittent problems with all the electrical warning lights on the dash board and intermittent stalling. The vehicle was inspected by a friend who determined the wiring harness was too close to the exhaust and the wiring was melted. Additionally, while attempting to apply brake pressure at 60mph, the rear of the vehicle skidded. Upon inspection, the contact discovered fluid leaking from the driver side rear wheel. The vehicle was never inspected by a service dealer, however the manufacturer was alerted. There is a recall 96v026000, concerning the electrical system and a recall 96v075000, concerning the service brakes. However, the VIN is not included in the recalls.

3 Underhood Wiring problem of the 1996 Dodge Neon

Failure Date: 08/08/2005

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4 Underhood Wiring problem of the 1996 Dodge Neon

Failure Date: 06/01/2004

Wiring harness burned and short circuited some fuses. The fuel pump box shorted out. Manufacturer issued a recall, but this vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN. The service dealer found no electrical communication from the camshaft or crankshaft sensors, found engine oil in the spark plug tube holes due to a leaking valve cover gasket, found electrical wire leading to the ecm module, camshaft and crankshaft sensors fused together, caused both sensors and ecm to fail. The engine displayed a rough idle. The consumer requested reimbursement.

5 Underhood Wiring problem of the 1999 Dodge Neon

Failure Date: 03/10/2004

Dodge Neon 1999 4dr caught on fire under hood and burnt up is there a reported problem with this .

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6 Underhood Wiring problem of the 1996 Dodge Neon

Failure Date: 01/25/2004

A short in the wiring harness caused the vehicle to stall and headlight failure. There was an electrical wire harness front underhood recall 96v026000 concerning the electrical system wiring front underhood, but this vehicle was not included due to VIN. The first incident occurred as the consumer pulled out into traffic, the engine stalled and the lights on the dash were flashing. The second incident occurred as the consumer was driving down the road. Due to the wiring harness failure the ecm failed.

7 Underhood Wiring problem of the 1999 Dodge Neon

Failure Date: 09/06/2003

On my 1999 doge Neon the check engine light turned on and my car stalled in traffic at a stop light I was able to start the engine again and took the car to tuffy auto center where he diag the car and reported to me it was the cam sensor and that he would order another one, the sensor arrived and he attempted to in this one and couldn't because the cam sensor he had was flush and the one he removed was recessed. He called around to find this recessed cam sensor and could not locate one , but did find out that the common problem is that the cam itself back out of the engine and damages the sensor causing the engine to stall and needs to be backed down into the engine and will in 40k or less miles do it again this is an engine defect that is costly and me $150 to repair. This should be looked at for reemburstment and recall for repair this is stated as common among mechanics, what can be done???.

8 Underhood Wiring problem of the 1996 Dodge Neon

Failure Date: 03/11/2003

The vehicle experienced the same problem as stated in recall #96v026000, however the vehicle identification number was not included in the recall.

9 Underhood Wiring problem of the 1996 Dodge Neon

Failure Date: 12/19/2002

Same engine wiring harness problem as stated in recall # 96v026000, but my Neon was not included in the recall, because it was not made in mexico. An engine wiring harness can short circuit due to contact with the exhaust gas recirculation tube. . Shorting of the wiring harness can cause various electrical malfunctions, including engine stalling.

10 Underhood Wiring problem of the 1996 Dodge Neon

Failure Date: 05/21/2002

The vehicle was stalling and the instrument panel did not work at all . The manufacturer stated the vehicle was not included in the NHTSA recalls 96v026000 96v075000.

11 Underhood Wiring problem of the 2000 Dodge Neon

Failure Date: 02/10/2002

While traveling on the highway noticed that smoke was coming from underneath the vehicle. Dealership was aware of problem.

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12 Underhood Wiring problem of the 1999 Dodge Neon

Failure Date: 08/28/2001

Car was struck by another car (right side) passenger side. Car caught fire and driver's seat belt would not release trapping driver within car. The seat belt was cut by another driver in order to free driver from car. Seconds after the car was totally engulfed in flames and entirely burnt. We have the failed seat belt component in our posession available for review.

13 Underhood Wiring problem of the 1996 Dodge Neon

Failure Date: 01/01/2001

Vehicle will stall over 65 mph, dealer determined wiring harness under the hood would short out, causing stalling. Wiring harness was replaced. At this time, vehicle is stalling again when over 65 mph.

14 Underhood Wiring problem of the 1996 Dodge Neon

Failure Date: 08/15/2000

Consumer was traveling on highway and emergency light went off. Vehicle stalled. Consumer pulled over to the shoulders. Vehicle was towed,and mechanic told consumer that the wires to harness had melted.

15 Underhood Wiring problem of the 1996 Dodge Neon

Failure Date: 07/12/2000

Vehicle is experiencing the same electrical problem as mentioned in manufacturer's recall 7599. Dealer advised consumer that a new engine harness is required.

16 Underhood Wiring problem of the 1996 Dodge Neon

Failure Date: 04/01/2000

Vehicle will stall in warm weather at about 55 mph; also, when coming to a complete stop. This has happened numerous times. There is a recall 96v026000 on wiring harness; but, this vehicle is not included due to VIN.

17 Underhood Wiring problem of the 1996 Dodge Neon

Failure Date: 01/30/2000

While driving 55-60 mph vehicle began losing power rapidly. Driver was able to exit off the freeway safely. Vehicle was towed to a bodyshop, where the harness was found to be laying on the top of exhaust tube, which melted the wires and shorted out vehicle. Vehicle has not been repaired. Please provide any further information. Vehicle not included in recall 96v026000 Chrysler/elect. Wring: harness: front underhood. Due to VIN.

18 Underhood Wiring problem of the 2000 Dodge Neon

Failure Date: 08/10/1999

Horn fails when vehicle is driven in rain and does not work until replaced.

19 Underhood Wiring problem of the 1996 Dodge Neon

Failure Date: 06/20/1999

Head gasket warped diagnosed at dealer when was having another repair, wiring harness short caused smoke to fill car while driving had it towed to dealer.

20 Underhood Wiring problem of the 1997 Dodge Neon

Failure Date: 06/13/1999

Driving 55mph & noticed smoke coming from under hood. Pulled to side of road. Smoke noticeable heavier inside vehicle. Lifted hood & flames were around engine area. Fire dept called & put flames out. Was hard to determine origin of fire, but indicated it was electrical wiring.

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21 Underhood Wiring problem of the 1996 Dodge Neon

Failure Date: 01/11/1999

Problem with wiring harness. Mr.

22 Underhood Wiring problem of the 1998 Dodge Neon

Failure Date: 01/01/1999

My daughter was driving the car, when it became stuck in the snow. She was not rocking the car, only sitting in it waiting for someone to come with a shovel, and noticed flames shooting out from under the hood. She got out of the car, and went and called for help. The car was totally consumed in flames in a matter of minutes, and was a total loss. I feel there was a problem with the engine. I have found a couple of sites on the web that mention recalls due to engine overheating, but we were never contacted to bring the car in for service.

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23 Underhood Wiring problem of the 1996 Dodge Neon

Failure Date: 12/11/1998

Recall 96v026000/626; experiencing same wire harness problems. Vehicle engine problems on 11-Nov-98. Also wire harness problems. Second incident consumer was involved in. Dealer cannot remedy the problem. Provide further information.

24 Underhood Wiring problem of the 1996 Dodge Neon

Failure Date: 09/01/1998

Recall 96v026000/626. Experiencing same wire harness problems. Consumer was driving and smelled smoke coming out of the grill and the inside of the vehicle. Flames occurred, vehicle caught fire. Fire department called. Vehicle was totalled. Dealer contacted because they were servicing vehicle at the time. Problem was never remedied after dealer had car three times. Provide further information.

25 Underhood Wiring problem of the 1997 Dodge Neon

Failure Date: 05/15/1998

Well lets see the first defect was a fan relay which was replaced 5 times before a wiring defect was found next we have "hard brakes" which contribuited to an accident which caused 7000 dollars in damage and 1 minor injury due to the fact that the air bags did not deploy, we follow that up with a leaky head gasket which Chrysler was kind enough to return 1/2 of my out of pocket expenses along with wiring defects and air bags that don't come out other than the fact I have had more problems with this car than every other cars I have ever owned they made up for this lemon by having a bad customer service department too.

26 Underhood Wiring problem of the 1996 Dodge Neon

Failure Date: 05/09/1998

No summary listed for this vehicle.

27 Underhood Wiring problem of the 1996 Dodge Neon

Failure Date: 08/07/1997

Transmission rebuilt by amoco said almost all parts were "chewed up" now 1 yr later slips going into 1st and has no reverse the head has been replaced 2 times and has gone again sppedometer stays on 0.

28 Underhood Wiring problem of the 1996 Dodge Neon

Failure Date: 07/12/1997

When driving at 50 mph the engine check light came on and the cosnumer lost power and the vehilce will died out and then cme back on. Also, whenever the radio or the a/c was on the vehicle will shut down.

29 Underhood Wiring problem of the 1996 Dodge Neon

Failure Date: 01/01/1901

1996 Neon speedometer failed and transmission fluid is leaking. After a sensor and other parts were replaced, the problem continued and it was soon discovered there was a problem with the wiring harness. A recall had been issued for the exact same problem that the consumers son was experiencing. The consumer believed his son's vehicle should be included in the recall.

30 Underhood Wiring problem of the 1996 Dodge Neon

Circuit board was defective, causing speedometer to toggle. Recall 96v026000 has been issued; however this vehicle was not included due to VIN.

31 Underhood Wiring problem of the 1996 Dodge Neon

Intermittently vehicle would stall out and die without any indication. A recall has been issued. However this vehicle was not part of recall due to the VIN. Please please provide further information.

32 Underhood Wiring problem of the 1996 Dodge Neon

No one should own a Dodge Neon cute, cheap, but a peice of - - - - ! you get what you pay for . No safety defect listed.

33 Underhood Wiring problem of the 1996 Dodge Neon

Wiring harness short circuited due to contact with exhaust gas recirculation tube.


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