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 | 1 | 69 | 10 | — | 60 | Fair |
| 2004 | 1 | 67 | 18 | — | 56 | Fair |
| 2003 | 1 | 151 | 12 | 1 | 51 | Fair |
| 2002 | 2 | 133 | 13 | — | 54 | Fair |
| 2001 | 5 | 89 | 22 | 2 | 19 | Poor |
| 2000 | 7 | 230 | 29 | 2 | 9 | Poor |
| 1999 | 2 | 82 | 11 | — | 55 | Fair |
| 1998 | 2 | 227 | 32 | — | 50 | Fair |
| 1997 | 3 | 324 | 22 | — | 45 | Fair |
| 1996 | 2 | 493 | 13 | — | 54 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Neon Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Neon scores 27 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 45/100 on our reliability index — rated "Fair." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 26 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 60/100 with 1 recall 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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