2000 Dodge Neon suspension problems
26 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the suspension on the 2000 Dodge Neon — 8% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Severe corrosion caused a weakness in the suspension cradle/ engine cradle that resulted in the front suspension control arm to break away from its mounting to the suspension crossmember/ cradle. The control arm and all associated components seemed to be in acceptable condition and did not exhibit…”
filed Nov 5, 2012
“Water leaking in brake power booster cause brakes to freeze in cold; brake valves needed to be replaced; front wheel bearings needed to be replaced; abs system disconnect- not working properly - controller given off error code - possible need to be replace; all brake system lights on in car - no…”
filed Mar 8, 2007
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Suspension problems in other Neon years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 Neon | 3 | 3% |
| 2004 Neon | 8 | 9% |
| 2003 Neon | 9 | 4% |
| 2002 Neon | 15 | 9% |
| 2001 Neon | 4 | 3% |
| 1999 Neon | 6 | 5% |
| 1998 Neon | 14 | 4% |
| 1997 Neon | 4 | 1% |
| 1996 Neon | 7 | 1% |
| 1995 Neon | 29 | 3% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2000 Dodge Neon
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.