1996 Dodge Neon from North America - Comments

Head Gasket replaced at 40,000.

Alignment Problems.

Turn signals turn on without reason.

License plate light and brake lights work when they feel like it.

Foul smell from air conditioner.

Windows do not fit the seals right, so air rushes in and it sounds like a plane.

Very loud, abnormal exhaust sounds.

My car sounds like it's a go-cart.

Air conditioner freezes after being run for 30 minutes.

Squealing sound from front end during all turns.

I really wish I had never gotten this car. I had an '85 Mercury Lynks, and the only reason I bought this car was that the clutch went out and I had to have a car. My dad rushed into a purchase, and now I'm stuck with a piece of garbage for another 2 years, until I have it paid off. I will never in my life buy another Dodge. After my experiences, and of those around me who have Dodges, I could not. Anyone reading this and thinking about buying a Neon: Do not. It's not worth the trouble. You'll end up putting way more into it then it's worth, and you'll be suffering like the other Neon owners you'll read about.

Well I have a 95 neon with 180,000 miles on it an its outlast any car I've ever had. Its not a money pit and repairs are cheap. The only reason they break down is because people run them to death. They don't change the oil, or come in for regular tune ups. DODGE RULES!!

One good thing I can say about my Neon is that the air bags do their job. I'm the former owner of the Neon above. I was in a pretty bad car accident on my 21st birthday in this car, and came out with only a few scratches and some burns and cuts from the air bags. Having this car saved my life. If I would have been in my other car, I would not be here today. Thank God for air bags and seat belts!!!

I would have to say I, I totally agree with everything you said went wrong. My neon not only sounds like a go-cart, it kind of runs like one. The windows not sealing is a huge problem because mine leak and I get standing water on the floor in the backseat. I love the little car and it's fun to drive, but I can't wait to get rid of it!

I have to agree with the first owner of the neon. My 1996 did everything on his list as well. In fact, it made me feel good to know I wasn't the only one who smelled the a.c. smell. Not only do I have standing water on the floor of the backseat, but also in the trunk. I also can't wait to be rid of my Neon.