1998 Audi A4 vs 1998 Dodge Neon
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1998 Audi A4 | 1998 Dodge Neon |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 258 | 339 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 85 | 55 |
| Investigations | 5 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 43 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–23 | 24–29 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 80,650 mi | 62,939 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi A4 | Dodge Neon |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 28 | 199 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 112 | 10 |
| Air Bags | 16 | 34 |
| Electrical System | 23 | 21 |
| Suspension | 24 | 14 |
| Steering | 23 | 13 |
| Power Train | 7 | 20 |
| Structure | 3 | 22 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 8 | 18 |
| Brake problems | 7 | 0 |
| Overheating | 0 | 11 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 8 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 6 |
1998 Audi A4
1998 Dodge 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.