Dodge Neon Steering Problems
Owners have filed 243 complaints with NHTSA about steering problems on the Dodge Neon across 11 model years. The 1995 model year has the most (124). The words owners use most often: “steering column” (14% of reports).
- 243steering complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 41mention a crash
- 23mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- 20%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Steering column: mentioned in 34 of 243 complaints (14%)
At what mileage do steering problems happen?
Based on 36 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 243 complaints, 41 mention a crash, 8 a fire, 23 an injury.
Dodge Neon steering complaints by model year
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Steering: steering wheel/handle bar
Model years: 1995
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The steering column coupler can become disconnected when the vehicle experiences an underbody impact.
Risk: Loss of steering control can occur.
Fix: Dealers will replace the steering column coupler with a coupler design that collapses on impact.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
I was driving to downtown los angeles with my friends and all of a sudden there is smoke coming out of my dashboard right in front of my steering wheel something was burning. I then later notice my brake,fog,high beams, and turn signals light do not work. I went on a forum to see if it's a common…
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 dodge neon. While exiting a highway at approximately 20 mph, the steering ability seized. The contact had to maneuver to a complete stop and no warning indicators were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the power steering…
The front frame that holds engine,struts, brakes , steering are rotted out from rust causing major issues and possible injuries and death !!!!!!!!!!! Chrysler knows of these issues and wont do anything to remedy the problem. *tr
As i was driving down the road with my lights on, i began to see and smell smoke coming from steering column. I turn the lights off and the smoke cleared up and went away. After some time, i turned the lights back on with no problem to be found at this time. A week or so later the headlight switch…
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 dodge neon. While operating the vehicle, the power steering suddenly malfunctioned and made the steering wheel very difficult to turn. The dealer diagnosed and repaired the vehicle. No further information was available. The contact also indicated that the check engine…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Dodge Neons have steering problems?
No. NHTSA has 243 owner complaints about steering for the Dodge Neon. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Dodge Neon steering?
Yes: 1 safety recall list steering. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about steering problems on the Dodge Neon?
The most frequent phrase is “steering column”, in 34 of 243 complaints.
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