Is the Dodge Neon Reliable?
1995–2005 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Dodge Neon Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 2 | 69 | 10 | — | 76 | Good |
| 2004 | 3 | 67 | 18 | — | 69 | Good |
| 2003 | 3 | 151 | 12 | 1 | 67 | Good |
| 2002 | 4 | 133 | 13 | — | 66 | Good |
| 2001 | 6 | 89 | 22 | 2 | 45 | Fair |
| 2000 | 7 | 230 | 29 | 2 | 38 | Poor |
| 1999 | 3 | 82 | 11 | — | 72 | Good |
| 1998 | 4 | 227 | 32 | — | 63 | Fair |
| 1997 | 4 | 324 | 22 | — | 63 | Fair |
| 1996 | 4 | 493 | 13 | — | 67 | Good |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Neon Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Neon scores 9 points below the average sedan. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Dodge Neon Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 1865 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Dodge Neon reliable?+
The Dodge Neon scores 63/100 on our reliability index — rated "Fair." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 40 recall campaigns and 1865 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Neon is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2005 Neon achieved the highest reliability score of 76/100 with 2 recalls and 69 complaints.
How many miles does a Neon last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Dodge Neon owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Neon will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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