Is the Plymouth Neon Reliable?
1995–2001 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Plymouth Neon Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 2 | 42 | 1 | — | 82 | Excellent |
| 2000 | 1 | 100 | 15 | 2 | 68 | Good |
| 1999 | 0 | 54 | 2 | — | 91 | Excellent |
| 1998 | 1 | 118 | 6 | — | 84 | Excellent |
| 1997 | 0 | 132 | 11 | — | 86 | Excellent |
| 1996 | 0 | 262 | 28 | — | 75 | Good |
| 1995 | 2 | 411 | 50 | 3 | 49 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Neon Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Neon scores 4 points above the average sedan — a strong result.
Known Plymouth Neon Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 1119 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Plymouth Neon reliable?+
The Plymouth Neon scores 76/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 7 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 6 recall campaigns and 1119 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Neon is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2001 Neon achieved the highest reliability score of 82/100 with 2 recalls and 42 complaints.
How many miles does a Neon last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Plymouth 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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