2000 Dodge Neon ES review from North America
"The last Dodge I will ever buy"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The car began overheating two weeks after I purchased it. The dealership attempted to fix it six times with no success.
The dealership replaced: a blown head gasket, two radiators, the fan switch, the radiator cap and the oxygen sensor.
After continued overheating, the check engine light finally came on. The dealership told me that there was nothing wrong with the engine and that they only needed to reset the computer.
Finally, both the dealership and Chrysler refused to make any additional attempts to fix the car.
I recently won a small settlement from Chrysler "for my inconvenience." However, Chrysler refused to repair or replace the vehicle.
General comments?
I will never own another Chrysler vehicle.
While my Neon was inexpensive, I am now faced with trying to get rid of it at 32,500 miles.
My previous vehicle was a Toyota Celica. I sold it with 204,000 miles and according to the new owner, it is still running great.
Recommended Reviews:
  | Looks are deceiving |
| It should have been offered in YELLOW, 'cause it's a Lemon!! |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 2/10 |
| Reliability marks | 7/10 |
| Comfort marks | 6/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 2/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 25800 miles |
| Most recent distance | 32500 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Celica |
| Date of Entry | 20th January, 2003 |