1998 Plymouth Neon structure problems
10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the structure on the 1998 Plymouth Neon — 6% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Passenger's side airbag cracked. Consumer contacted manufacturer and was told that she would have to pay for repairs. Consumer stated that if the air bag suddenly deployed she was afraid it will harm her daughter.*ak the heat from the sun warped the dash board. *tc”
filed Aug 6, 2004
“I have a 1998 plymouth neon. The roof of my car began peeling over a year ago, and has rapidly spread and now has rust developing. I have noticed several other neons in my area with similar peeling problems. I have contacted crysler and the refuse to help since the warranty on the paint is 3…”
filed Aug 3, 2004
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
3100519 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2019Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
3100319 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2019Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
31-006-19 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2019
Structure problems in other Neon years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 Neon | 5 | 10% |
| 2000 Neon | 13 | 9% |
| 1999 Neon | 3 | 5% |
| 1997 Neon | 9 | 6% |
| 1996 Neon | 8 | 3% |
| 1995 Neon | 17 | 4% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1998 Plymouth 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.