Issue ID | 531588 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10112556 |
Manufacurer | DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION |
Brand | DODGE |
Model | NEON |
Model Year | 1997 |
File date | 01/02/05 |
Component | EQUIPMENT |
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 |
Drive train type | |
Transmission type | AUTO |
Vehicle speed | 35 |
DoT tire identifier | |
Tire size | |
Location of tire code | |
Type of tire failure code | |
Was defective tire repaired? | |
Date of manufacture | |
Type of child seat code | |
Type of restraint | |
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 |