13 problems related to brake foundation components have been reported for the 1996 Plymouth Neon. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Front brakes squeel/chatter at low speeds, front end noisey on rough roads.
Brakes squeak.
I have always maintained my car regularly, but I've had so many problems with it. First of all, I've always had brake trouble, second: my turn signals will sometimes come on when I hit the brakes (or sometimes not at all), my defrost keeps breaking (only vent and bi-level will work); my horn died for no reason a few months ago, and today my car won't start (I drove to church, and it worked fine, but when I later tried starting my car, it wouldn't start. It appeared as though the battery was dead <even though I din't leave anything on. So a friend jump-started my car. It started, but on my way home, the odometer, gas gauge, and hot-cold gauges were fluctuating up and down, and the radio kept resetting channels. The seatbelt and battery lights kept flickering on and off, as did the chimes. When I got home, I charged my car, although I felt certain it was not only the battery causing the problem. Now, my car won't start at all, and I hear a clicking noise (if anything) when I turn the ignition. The gauges on my dash move up and down (even the spedometer) and yet my car remains still. The dome and dashboard lights flicker on and off, and the radio changes stations, yet receives nothing. It seems like some major electrical or computer problem. My car worked fine (with the exception of the broken horn and usual problems, until today. Also, at my 36000 check-up, the " engine" check light came on, but the mechanics said it was no cause for concern. I have had so many problems with this car. Please tell me if other persons are having similar difficulties. Could my dead horn have been caused by whatever is malfunctioning now? also, I hear wierd clunking noises many times while driving, espec when driving over bumps or around curves. My car makes squeaking noises like a bird chirping also. I have taken good care of my car, which is why now I am convinced that these must be manufacturing problems. I have even complained to the dealerships. Please help.
I want to get rid of this car, I called the dealer, he said he had a lot full of Neons, I explained to him that the car was almost new because so many parts haven been replaced on it, it also told him that my car spent more time in their garage then mine. He suggested that I sell the car out right. I do not want to do this, I have called Chrysler twice complaining about the brake problem, missed 4 days of work because of the brake problem, spent 35. 00 on a rental car because of the brake problem. I feel I should not have to loose money because I nolonger wish to own this car. Thanks for listening.
Brakes failed on two occasions, on one occasion accident occurred, causing injuries.
Driving along approximately 30 mph and when putting foot on brake the brake pedal does not move at all. Seems like the brake is stuck, have to use emergncy brake in order to stop the vehicle.
Dual airbags did not deploy during front end collision, vehicle rearended another vehicle at 35 mph, both vehicles suddenly slammed on brakes.
When accelerating the car pulls to the left, when decelerating vehicle pulls to the right. Steering wheel replaced, it was vibrating due to being out of alignment, rack and pinion and steering rack were also replaced. Excessive shaking while driving, dealer replaced tires, and balanced and rotated tires, however shake still present, dealer stated vehicle had torque pull and could not be aligned, also had bad strut, vehicle continues to pull to the left and right and shakes. Consumer noticed oil around the bolts on the valve cover at only 265 miles, dealer can not find any leaks, front motor mount had a lot of play and was replaced, oil is very dark in color, poor power. Cv joints bad. Dealer lubed and adjusted front windows, they were hard to open and close. Windshield wiper blades failed. Wrong air cleaner vent was installed on vehicle. Emergency brake was stuck on. Consumer states vehicle was taken to dealer on three occasions for brake problems. Consumer complained of poor gas mileage.
The brakes make noise, the steering has a short and you and can drive with the hand brake on . Please describe .
While driving front axel broke in half, causing brake failure. Dealer and manufacturer have been notified.
Brakes continually makes noise. Mjs.
The vehicle needed major repairs on the brakes. The camshaft seal failed twice, the power steering belts failed while traveling during traffic, and the radio malfunctioned.
Right side brakes failed. Yh.