1997 Plymouth Neon vs 1998 Plymouth Neon
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1997 Plymouth Neon | 1998 Plymouth Neon |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 161 | 167 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 48 | 51 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 19 | 20 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 25–29 | 24–29 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 65,000 mi | 65,562 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Plymouth Neon | Plymouth Neon |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 103 | 91 |
| Air Bags | 16 | 18 |
| Power Train | 14 | 12 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 11 | 9 |
| Structure | 9 | 10 |
| Suspension | 5 | 14 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 7 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 9 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 6 | 7 |
| Overheating | 5 | 6 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 6 |
1997 Plymouth Neon
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.