2000 Plymouth Neon structure problems
13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the structure on the 2000 Plymouth Neon — 9% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl* the contact owns a 200 plymouth neon. While driving 55 mph, the vehicle lowered to the ground and both front tires blew out. The contacted called roadside assistance who determined that the jack went through the frame. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the frame…”
filed May 30, 2019
“Approaching a stop sign, the vehicle suddenly came to a jarring stop after the right front wheel hit a small recessed gas company access cover, perhaps 2" deep and 6" in diameter. The frame member between the two front wheels cracked right through in a shower of rust. Fortunately this did not…”
filed Aug 10, 2012
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% |
| 1999 Neon | 3 | 5% |
| 1998 Neon | 10 | 6% |
| 1997 Neon | 9 | 6% |
| 1996 Neon | 8 | 3% |
| 1995 Neon | 17 | 4% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2000 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.