1999 Dodge Neon review from North America
"Too little car for too much money"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The brakes squeak all the time, especially when it rains. The brake discs had to be resurfaced at 18,000 miles. The front rotors and brake pads had to be replaced at 30,000 miles.
My first tire went out at 3,000 miles. The other three factory tires have also gone out. Factory replacement of the tires is expensive.
The air conditioner and heater make a rattling noise every other month.
The left rear speaker went out before I made it home from the dealership. I took it back and they told me they fixed it. Three weeks later they called me to come in because they got the part.
The back is too high. It is hard for us shorter people to see behind.
General comments?
I took the car in to three different dealerships and they all said there was nothing wrong with the brakes and charged me between $20 - $40. The steering wheel shook when I pushed the brakes. Finally, I took it to an independent brake shop and they identified and fixed the problem for $350.
I must say that my car is reliable. I travel long distances and have never had a breakdown.
The air conditioner and heater is great if you don't mind a little noise more often than not.
The antenna has great reception. Even though one speaker is out, the stereo is still great.
The cabin is very roomy. It is a little car with a lot of room.
My favorite feature of the car is the light group. The light under the stereo and the rear view mirror are strategically placed.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1999 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 10 miles |
| Most recent distance | 64000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford F150 |
| Date of Entry | 14th July, 2002 |