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1997 Dodge NEON Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Problems, Complaints and Defects

Issue ID	531589
Internal NHTSA #	10112556
Manufacurer	DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
Brand	DODGE
Model	NEON
Model Year	1997
File date	01/02/05
Component	ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Product type code	VEHICLE
Description of the problem	Oil leakage, head gasket replaced 2x in 1997, again head gasket is blown, cam and transmission leakage also. Car has always leaked a bit of oil daily; however, oil changes every 2000 miles coupled with weekly level checks maintained ability to drive vehicle. As of 2/05, oil leaking profusely via passenger portion of engine gasket. Mechanic confirms blown head gasket, says this is a known defect of the neons as a whole. I have chosen to not repair head gasket at my expense at this time. I purchased vehicle new in oct. 1996, as a new year neon for 1997. I maintained the vehicle meticiously, and both the body and interior are in excellent condition (body has no rust). Car has 88,000 miles currently. I am very disappointed in dodge's lack of concern and responsibility in producing a quality car. I bought this new and had hope to transfer it to my daughter who will be leaving for college soon. Replacing a headgasket twice should assure me, the buyer, that i can maintain my car without suddenly finding out this was a damaged vehicle from the get go, and now i have to find alternate transportation to work while i set time aside to quickly find another car. Shame on dodge!*ak
Vehicle Mileage at Failure	88000
Number of Occurences	3
Source of the issue	NHTSA WEB SITE
City and State	N. CHILI, NY
VIN pattern	1B3ES27CXVDXXXXXX
Was vehicle invloved in a crash?	N
Was vehicle involved in a fire?	N
Was incedent reported to police?	N
Was medical attention required?
Was part original equipment?
No. of injured persons	0
No. of fatalities	0
Date of purchase	17/10/96
Was original owner?	Y
Anti-lock brakes	Y
Cruise control	N
Number of cylinders	4
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Transmission type	AUTO
Vehicle speed	35
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Dealer's name	MARINA DODGE
Dealer's telephone number	585 671 3000
Dealer's city	WEBSTER
Dealer's state code	NY
Dealer's ZIP code	14580

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1997 Dodge NEON Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Problems, Complaints and Defects, Recalls and Failures

1997 Dodge NEON Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Problems, Complaints and Defects

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