2001 Dodge Neon vs 2002 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 | 2001 Dodge Neon | 2002 Dodge Neon |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 146 | 173 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 47 | 51 |
| Investigations | 1 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 35 | 26 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24–26 | 24–27 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 53,500 mi | 48,900 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Neon | Dodge Neon |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 33 | 22 |
| Electrical System | 23 | 25 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 17 | 28 |
| Power Train | 8 | 36 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 21 | 17 |
| Structure | 13 | 21 |
| Exterior Lighting | 11 | 11 |
| Steering | 14 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 12 | 17 |
| Airbag warning light | 7 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 15 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 8 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 7 |
2001 Dodge Neon
2002 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.