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Nov 14, 2016 Unknown Or Other

MERGED INTO THE SIDE OF ME

Nov 14, 2016 Unknown Or Other

MERGED INTO THE SIDE OF ME

Aug 22, 2015 Power Train 147,000 mi

WHEN I ATTEMPED TO PULL OUT FROM A STOPLIGHT THE VEHICLE WOULDN'T GO ANYWHERE. ALMOST WAS REARENDED BY A TRACTOR TRAILER BEING THAT I WAS TRYING TO MOVE AND MY FOOT WAS NOT ON THE BRAKE TO ENGAGE THE BRAKE LIGHT. ... TOOK A FEW SECONDS TO REALIZE IT WASN'T GOING TO MOVE AND PUT MY FOUR WAYS ON. THI...

Aug 22, 2015 Power Train 147,000 mi

WHEN I ATTEMPED TO PULL OUT FROM A STOPLIGHT THE VEHICLE WOULDN'T GO ANYWHERE. ALMOST WAS REARENDED BY A TRACTOR TRAILER BEING THAT I WAS TRYING TO MOVE AND MY FOOT WAS NOT ON THE BRAKE TO ENGAGE THE BRAKE LIGHT. ... TOOK A FEW SECONDS TO REALIZE IT WASN'T GOING TO MOVE AND PUT MY FOUR WAYS ON. THI...

May 26, 2015 Seat Belts 87,000 mi

REAR SEAT BELTS DO NOT LOCK UP AT ALL AND HAVE 3 OTHER BUDDIES THAT THE SAME MAKE AND MODEL DIFFRENT YEARS DO THE SAME. ITS NOT SAFE FOR A 4 YEAR OLD TO BE IN A BOOSTER SEAT IN THE REAR SEAT BECAUSE OF BOTH OF SEAT BELTS WILL NOT LOCK UP AT ALL. AND WENT TO DEALIER SHIP AND THEY COULD NOT TELL ME WH...

May 26, 2015 Seat Belts 87,000 mi

REAR SEAT BELTS DO NOT LOCK UP AT ALL AND HAVE 3 OTHER BUDDIES THAT THE SAME MAKE AND MODEL DIFFRENT YEARS DO THE SAME. ITS NOT SAFE FOR A 4 YEAR OLD TO BE IN A BOOSTER SEAT IN THE REAR SEAT BECAUSE OF BOTH OF SEAT BELTS WILL NOT LOCK UP AT ALL. AND WENT TO DEALIER SHIP AND THEY COULD NOT TELL ME WH...

Aug 8, 2014 Visibility/wiper 15,000 mi

UNFORTUNATELY I RAN INTO A DRIVER WHOM WAS IN FRONT OF ME DUE TO LOW VISIBILITY & BAD BRAKES. MY HEADLIGHTS ARE EXTREMELY DULL & FOGGY. ALSO, WHOMEVER OWN THE CAR BEFORE ME HAD THE BRAKE VACUUM REPLACED DUE TO RECALL & EVER SINCE I'VE PURCHASED THE CAR THERE'S BEEN A BRAKE PROBLEM. SUCH AS NEEDING A...

Aug 8, 2014 Service Brakes 15,000 mi

UNFORTUNATELY I RAN INTO A DRIVER WHOM WAS IN FRONT OF ME DUE TO LOW VISIBILITY & BAD BRAKES. MY HEADLIGHTS ARE EXTREMELY DULL & FOGGY. ALSO, WHOMEVER OWN THE CAR BEFORE ME HAD THE BRAKE VACUUM REPLACED DUE TO RECALL & EVER SINCE I'VE PURCHASED THE CAR THERE'S BEEN A BRAKE PROBLEM. SUCH AS NEEDING A...

Aug 8, 2014 Exterior Lighting 15,000 mi

UNFORTUNATELY I RAN INTO A DRIVER WHOM WAS IN FRONT OF ME DUE TO LOW VISIBILITY & BAD BRAKES. MY HEADLIGHTS ARE EXTREMELY DULL & FOGGY. ALSO, WHOMEVER OWN THE CAR BEFORE ME HAD THE BRAKE VACUUM REPLACED DUE TO RECALL & EVER SINCE I'VE PURCHASED THE CAR THERE'S BEEN A BRAKE PROBLEM. SUCH AS NEEDING A...

Aug 8, 2014 Visibility/wiper 15,000 mi

UNFORTUNATELY I RAN INTO A DRIVER WHOM WAS IN FRONT OF ME DUE TO LOW VISIBILITY & BAD BRAKES. MY HEADLIGHTS ARE EXTREMELY DULL & FOGGY. ALSO, WHOMEVER OWN THE CAR BEFORE ME HAD THE BRAKE VACUUM REPLACED DUE TO RECALL & EVER SINCE I'VE PURCHASED THE CAR THERE'S BEEN A BRAKE PROBLEM. SUCH AS NEEDING A...

Aug 8, 2014 Service Brakes 15,000 mi

UNFORTUNATELY I RAN INTO A DRIVER WHOM WAS IN FRONT OF ME DUE TO LOW VISIBILITY & BAD BRAKES. MY HEADLIGHTS ARE EXTREMELY DULL & FOGGY. ALSO, WHOMEVER OWN THE CAR BEFORE ME HAD THE BRAKE VACUUM REPLACED DUE TO RECALL & EVER SINCE I'VE PURCHASED THE CAR THERE'S BEEN A BRAKE PROBLEM. SUCH AS NEEDING A...

Aug 8, 2014 Exterior Lighting 15,000 mi

UNFORTUNATELY I RAN INTO A DRIVER WHOM WAS IN FRONT OF ME DUE TO LOW VISIBILITY & BAD BRAKES. MY HEADLIGHTS ARE EXTREMELY DULL & FOGGY. ALSO, WHOMEVER OWN THE CAR BEFORE ME HAD THE BRAKE VACUUM REPLACED DUE TO RECALL & EVER SINCE I'VE PURCHASED THE CAR THERE'S BEEN A BRAKE PROBLEM. SUCH AS NEEDING A...

Jul 23, 2014 Structure 283,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING THROUGH A ENTER SECTION AND I HIT A SLIGHT BUMP AND IT BROKE MY SUB FRAME. WHEN I WENT TO LOOK AT IT THE WHOLE RIGHT SIDE OF THE SUB FRAME WAS RUSTED OUT. *TR

Jul 23, 2014 Structure 283,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING THROUGH A ENTER SECTION AND I HIT A SLIGHT BUMP AND IT BROKE MY SUB FRAME. WHEN I WENT TO LOOK AT IT THE WHOLE RIGHT SIDE OF THE SUB FRAME WAS RUSTED OUT. *TR

Apr 3, 2013 Structure 110,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE NEON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SUB FRAME BECAME RUSTED COMPLETELY. THE MIDDLE OF THE FRAME AND EACH WHEEL WHERE THE CONTROL ARM WAS LOCATED WAS ALSO RUSTED. THE CONTACT SPOKE WITH THE MANUFACTURER AND WAS TOLD THAT THERE WAS NO REPAIR AVAILABLE FOR THE VEHICLE BE...

Apr 3, 2013 Structure 110,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE NEON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SUB FRAME BECAME RUSTED COMPLETELY. THE MIDDLE OF THE FRAME AND EACH WHEEL WHERE THE CONTROL ARM WAS LOCATED WAS ALSO RUSTED. THE CONTACT SPOKE WITH THE MANUFACTURER AND WAS TOLD THAT THERE WAS NO REPAIR AVAILABLE FOR THE VEHICLE BE...

Apr 2, 2013 Suspension

SUB FRAME RUSTED OUT. CHRYSLER REFUSED TO HELP. *TR

Apr 2, 2013 Structure

SUB FRAME RUSTED OUT. CHRYSLER REFUSED TO HELP. *TR

Apr 2, 2013 Suspension

SUB FRAME RUSTED OUT. CHRYSLER REFUSED TO HELP. *TR

Apr 2, 2013 Structure

SUB FRAME RUSTED OUT. CHRYSLER REFUSED TO HELP. *TR

Feb 23, 2013 Structure 137,000 mi

MY SON WAS DRIVING HIS 2000 DODGE NEON AND THE SUB FRAME BROKE AND I LOOK UNDER THE CAR THE HOLE FRAME WAS RUSTED OUT HE CAN NOT AFFORD TO FIX THE CAR WHERE GLAD THAT HE WAS NOT ON THE FREE WAY WHEN IT HAPPEN IS THERE A RECALL WHERE HE CAN GET THIS FIX I BEEN LOOKING AT NEONS AND THEY ALL SEE TO BE ...

Feb 23, 2013 Structure 137,000 mi

MY SON WAS DRIVING HIS 2000 DODGE NEON AND THE SUB FRAME BROKE AND I LOOK UNDER THE CAR THE HOLE FRAME WAS RUSTED OUT HE CAN NOT AFFORD TO FIX THE CAR WHERE GLAD THAT HE WAS NOT ON THE FREE WAY WHEN IT HAPPEN IS THERE A RECALL WHERE HE CAN GET THIS FIX I BEEN LOOKING AT NEONS AND THEY ALL SEE TO BE ...

Jan 17, 2013 Structure 90,000 mi

AS WITH A MULTITUDE OF OTHER OWNERS OF THIS VEHICLE, WHENEVER THERE IS A RAIN (HEAVY OR LIGHT), WATER LEAKS INTO THE INTERIOR OF THE CAR (MOST LIKELY THROUGH THE TRUNK, POSSIBLY AROUND THE TAILLIGHT OR ANOTHER HARD TO DIAGNOSE AREA). THE WATER WILL FILL UP THE SPARE TIRE WELL AND POOL THERE, THEN MO...

Jan 17, 2013 Visibility/wiper 90,000 mi

AS WITH A MULTITUDE OF OTHER OWNERS OF THIS VEHICLE, WHENEVER THERE IS A RAIN (HEAVY OR LIGHT), WATER LEAKS INTO THE INTERIOR OF THE CAR (MOST LIKELY THROUGH THE TRUNK, POSSIBLY AROUND THE TAILLIGHT OR ANOTHER HARD TO DIAGNOSE AREA). THE WATER WILL FILL UP THE SPARE TIRE WELL AND POOL THERE, THEN MO...

Jan 17, 2013 Structure 90,000 mi

AS WITH A MULTITUDE OF OTHER OWNERS OF THIS VEHICLE, WHENEVER THERE IS A RAIN (HEAVY OR LIGHT), WATER LEAKS INTO THE INTERIOR OF THE CAR (MOST LIKELY THROUGH THE TRUNK, POSSIBLY AROUND THE TAILLIGHT OR ANOTHER HARD TO DIAGNOSE AREA). THE WATER WILL FILL UP THE SPARE TIRE WELL AND POOL THERE, THEN MO...

Jan 17, 2013 Visibility/wiper 90,000 mi

AS WITH A MULTITUDE OF OTHER OWNERS OF THIS VEHICLE, WHENEVER THERE IS A RAIN (HEAVY OR LIGHT), WATER LEAKS INTO THE INTERIOR OF THE CAR (MOST LIKELY THROUGH THE TRUNK, POSSIBLY AROUND THE TAILLIGHT OR ANOTHER HARD TO DIAGNOSE AREA). THE WATER WILL FILL UP THE SPARE TIRE WELL AND POOL THERE, THEN MO...

Jan 9, 2013 Steering 93,000 mi

I WAS HEARING A CLUNK UNDER MY CAR. TOOK IT TO GOODYEAR. THEY SAID IT WAS A RUSTED SUBFRAME. NEEDS TO BE REPAIRED TO THE TUNE OF 1000 DOLLARS. THEY SAID NOTHING ELSE LOOKED RUSTED. HMMMM ODD. *TR

Jan 9, 2013 Structure 93,000 mi

I WAS HEARING A CLUNK UNDER MY CAR. TOOK IT TO GOODYEAR. THEY SAID IT WAS A RUSTED SUBFRAME. NEEDS TO BE REPAIRED TO THE TUNE OF 1000 DOLLARS. THEY SAID NOTHING ELSE LOOKED RUSTED. HMMMM ODD. *TR

Jan 9, 2013 Steering 93,000 mi

I WAS HEARING A CLUNK UNDER MY CAR. TOOK IT TO GOODYEAR. THEY SAID IT WAS A RUSTED SUBFRAME. NEEDS TO BE REPAIRED TO THE TUNE OF 1000 DOLLARS. THEY SAID NOTHING ELSE LOOKED RUSTED. HMMMM ODD. *TR

Jan 9, 2013 Structure 93,000 mi

I WAS HEARING A CLUNK UNDER MY CAR. TOOK IT TO GOODYEAR. THEY SAID IT WAS A RUSTED SUBFRAME. NEEDS TO BE REPAIRED TO THE TUNE OF 1000 DOLLARS. THEY SAID NOTHING ELSE LOOKED RUSTED. HMMMM ODD. *TR

Dec 14, 2012 Structure

I HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT THIS SUB-FRAME IS COMPLETELY RUSTED. HAS THERE BEEN A RE-CALL ON THE 2000 DODGE NEON? *TR

Dec 14, 2012 Suspension

I HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT THIS SUB-FRAME IS COMPLETELY RUSTED. HAS THERE BEEN A RE-CALL ON THE 2000 DODGE NEON? *TR

Dec 14, 2012 Structure

I HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT THIS SUB-FRAME IS COMPLETELY RUSTED. HAS THERE BEEN A RE-CALL ON THE 2000 DODGE NEON? *TR

Dec 14, 2012 Suspension

I HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT THIS SUB-FRAME IS COMPLETELY RUSTED. HAS THERE BEEN A RE-CALL ON THE 2000 DODGE NEON? *TR

Nov 5, 2012 Suspension 172,000 mi

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 ...

Nov 5, 2012 Steering 172,000 mi

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 ...

Nov 5, 2012 Structure 172,000 mi

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 ...

Nov 5, 2012 Suspension 172,000 mi

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 ...

Nov 5, 2012 Steering 172,000 mi

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 ...

Nov 5, 2012 Structure 172,000 mi

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 ...

May 5, 2012 Air Bags Crash

MY DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY IN THE PASSING LANE. A WHITE SUV TRIED PASSING ANOTHER CAR THAT WAS TO HER RIGHT. THE SUV MISJUDGED AND HIT THE REAR RIGHT PANEL OF MY DAUGHTERS NEON SENDING HER INTO THE MEDIAN WHERE THERE ARE WIRE GUARD RAILS. SHE HIT THE GUARD RAIL ON THE DRIVERS FRONT ...

May 5, 2012 Air Bags Crash

MY DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY IN THE PASSING LANE. A WHITE SUV TRIED PASSING ANOTHER CAR THAT WAS TO HER RIGHT. THE SUV MISJUDGED AND HIT THE REAR RIGHT PANEL OF MY DAUGHTERS NEON SENDING HER INTO THE MEDIAN WHERE THERE ARE WIRE GUARD RAILS. SHE HIT THE GUARD RAIL ON THE DRIVERS FRONT ...

Feb 26, 2012 Air Bags Crash 99,100 mi

MY DAUGHTER HIT ICE ON A BRIDGE GOING ABOUT 40 -45 MPH SPUN AND STRUCK THE GUARDRAIL HEAD ON AND WHILE SPINNING HIT GUARDRAIL WITH FRONTEND AT LEAST ONE OR MORE TIMES, THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CAR WAS A TOTAL LOSS. THIS HAPPENED ON 2/20/2012. SHE HIT HER JAW ON THE STEERING WHEEL, LUCKILY ...

Feb 26, 2012 Air Bags Crash 99,100 mi

MY DAUGHTER HIT ICE ON A BRIDGE GOING ABOUT 40 -45 MPH SPUN AND STRUCK THE GUARDRAIL HEAD ON AND WHILE SPINNING HIT GUARDRAIL WITH FRONTEND AT LEAST ONE OR MORE TIMES, THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CAR WAS A TOTAL LOSS. THIS HAPPENED ON 2/20/2012. SHE HIT HER JAW ON THE STEERING WHEEL, LUCKILY ...

Jan 10, 2012 Seat Belts Crash 129,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE NEON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO STOP THE VEHICLE, THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM FAILED AND CAUSED HER TO CRASH INTO THE REAR OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE SEAT BELTS DID NOT PROPERLY RESTRAIN AND THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT AND A PASSENGER W...

Jan 10, 2012 Air Bags Crash 129,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE NEON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO STOP THE VEHICLE, THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM FAILED AND CAUSED HER TO CRASH INTO THE REAR OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE SEAT BELTS DID NOT PROPERLY RESTRAIN AND THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT AND A PASSENGER W...

Jan 10, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 129,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE NEON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO STOP THE VEHICLE, THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM FAILED AND CAUSED HER TO CRASH INTO THE REAR OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE SEAT BELTS DID NOT PROPERLY RESTRAIN AND THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT AND A PASSENGER W...

Jan 10, 2012 Seat Belts Crash 129,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE NEON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO STOP THE VEHICLE, THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM FAILED AND CAUSED HER TO CRASH INTO THE REAR OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE SEAT BELTS DID NOT PROPERLY RESTRAIN AND THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT AND A PASSENGER W...

Jan 10, 2012 Air Bags Crash 129,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE NEON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO STOP THE VEHICLE, THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM FAILED AND CAUSED HER TO CRASH INTO THE REAR OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE SEAT BELTS DID NOT PROPERLY RESTRAIN AND THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT AND A PASSENGER W...

Jan 10, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 129,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE NEON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO STOP THE VEHICLE, THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM FAILED AND CAUSED HER TO CRASH INTO THE REAR OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE SEAT BELTS DID NOT PROPERLY RESTRAIN AND THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT AND A PASSENGER W...

Nov 7, 2011 Air Bags 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE NEON. THE CONTACT STARTED THE VEHICLE AND THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY. THE FAILURE PROGRESSED OVER A PERIOD OF TIME AND BECAME A PERMANENT ISSUE. IN ADDITION, THE HORN FAILED TO OPERATE DURING THE SAME TIME OF THE AIR BAG INDICATOR MALFU...

Nov 7, 2011 Air Bags 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE NEON. THE CONTACT STARTED THE VEHICLE AND THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY. THE FAILURE PROGRESSED OVER A PERIOD OF TIME AND BECAME A PERMANENT ISSUE. IN ADDITION, THE HORN FAILED TO OPERATE DURING THE SAME TIME OF THE AIR BAG INDICATOR MALFU...

Sep 25, 2011 Exterior Lighting

FOG LIGHTS NOT WORKING. *TR

Sep 25, 2011 Exterior Lighting

FOG LIGHTS NOT WORKING. *TR

Jun 28, 2011 Structure 120,000 mi

TURNED INTO PARKING LOT WHEN CAR SUDDENLY MADE HORRIBLE BANGING-TYPE NOISE AND SUDDENLY STOPPED. BLACK SMOKE POURED OUT OF FRONT OF CAR AND CAR WOULDN'T MOVE. WHEN MECHANIC EXAMINED VEHICLE, IT WAS DISCOVERED THE FRAME HAD RUSTED THROUGH AND BROKE. THE AXLE BROKE, CONTROL ARM DROPPED AND EVERYTHING...

Jun 28, 2011 Structure 120,000 mi

TURNED INTO PARKING LOT WHEN CAR SUDDENLY MADE HORRIBLE BANGING-TYPE NOISE AND SUDDENLY STOPPED. BLACK SMOKE POURED OUT OF FRONT OF CAR AND CAR WOULDN'T MOVE. WHEN MECHANIC EXAMINED VEHICLE, IT WAS DISCOVERED THE FRAME HAD RUSTED THROUGH AND BROKE. THE AXLE BROKE, CONTROL ARM DROPPED AND EVERYTHING...

Jan 17, 2011 Exterior Lighting

THERE HAS BEEN SMOKE COMING FROM BEHIND THE MULTISWITCH ON THE STEERING COLUMN. THE SMELL OF BURNT ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS IS NOTICED WHEN THE HEADLIGHTS ARE ON. THE LOW BEAM LIGHTS EVENTUALLY QUIT AND THEN THE HIGH BEAMS WENT OUT WHILE DRIVING. THE ELECTRICAL WIRES WERE JIGGLED NOW GIVING ME LOW BEAM...

Jan 17, 2011 Exterior Lighting

THERE HAS BEEN SMOKE COMING FROM BEHIND THE MULTISWITCH ON THE STEERING COLUMN. THE SMELL OF BURNT ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS IS NOTICED WHEN THE HEADLIGHTS ARE ON. THE LOW BEAM LIGHTS EVENTUALLY QUIT AND THEN THE HIGH BEAMS WENT OUT WHILE DRIVING. THE ELECTRICAL WIRES WERE JIGGLED NOW GIVING ME LOW BEAM...

Jan 13, 2011 Structure

THE FRAME, FRONT CROSS MEMBER, RUSTED AND FAILED ON 2000 DODGE NEON. LUCKILY NO ONE WAS INJURED. THERE DOES NOT APPEAR TO BE A REPAIR FOR THIS FAILURE. I AM UNAWARE OF ANY RECALL BUT THERE SHOULD BE. THE VEHICLE IS NOT DRIVABLE ANY LONGER. WHAT CAN I DO? *TR

Jan 13, 2011 Structure

THE FRAME, FRONT CROSS MEMBER, RUSTED AND FAILED ON 2000 DODGE NEON. LUCKILY NO ONE WAS INJURED. THERE DOES NOT APPEAR TO BE A REPAIR FOR THIS FAILURE. I AM UNAWARE OF ANY RECALL BUT THERE SHOULD BE. THE VEHICLE IS NOT DRIVABLE ANY LONGER. WHAT CAN I DO? *TR

Dec 16, 2010 Air Bags Crash 83,116 mi

I WAS IN AN ACCIDENT. GOING ABOUT 65 MILES AN HOUR.. I REAR ENDED SOMEONE ON THE FREEWAY. I HAD MY CRUISE CONTROL AT THE TIME.. WAS A CAR AND A HALF AWAY. THE CAR AHEAD OF ME STOPPED VERY SUDDENLY I DIDN'T HAVE TIME TO REACT WHEN I HIT HIM HEAD ON. MY AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *TR

Dec 16, 2010 Equipment Crash 83,116 mi

I WAS IN AN ACCIDENT. GOING ABOUT 65 MILES AN HOUR.. I REAR ENDED SOMEONE ON THE FREEWAY. I HAD MY CRUISE CONTROL AT THE TIME.. WAS A CAR AND A HALF AWAY. THE CAR AHEAD OF ME STOPPED VERY SUDDENLY I DIDN'T HAVE TIME TO REACT WHEN I HIT HIM HEAD ON. MY AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *TR

Dec 16, 2010 Air Bags Crash 83,116 mi

I WAS IN AN ACCIDENT. GOING ABOUT 65 MILES AN HOUR.. I REAR ENDED SOMEONE ON THE FREEWAY. I HAD MY CRUISE CONTROL AT THE TIME.. WAS A CAR AND A HALF AWAY. THE CAR AHEAD OF ME STOPPED VERY SUDDENLY I DIDN'T HAVE TIME TO REACT WHEN I HIT HIM HEAD ON. MY AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *TR

Dec 16, 2010 Equipment Crash 83,116 mi

I WAS IN AN ACCIDENT. GOING ABOUT 65 MILES AN HOUR.. I REAR ENDED SOMEONE ON THE FREEWAY. I HAD MY CRUISE CONTROL AT THE TIME.. WAS A CAR AND A HALF AWAY. THE CAR AHEAD OF ME STOPPED VERY SUDDENLY I DIDN'T HAVE TIME TO REACT WHEN I HIT HIM HEAD ON. MY AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *TR

Jul 26, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 123,191 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE NEON. WHILE DRIVING AT 50 MPH, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL FRACTURED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO COAST UNTIL ACTIVATING THE CRUISE CONTROL TO MAINTAIN SPEED. THE DEALER ADVISED THAT SHE BRING THE VEHICLE IN FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE VEHICLE WAS NEITHER DI...

Jul 26, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 123,191 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE NEON. WHILE DRIVING AT 50 MPH, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL FRACTURED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO COAST UNTIL ACTIVATING THE CRUISE CONTROL TO MAINTAIN SPEED. THE DEALER ADVISED THAT SHE BRING THE VEHICLE IN FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE VEHICLE WAS NEITHER DI...

May 19, 2010 Suspension 102,000 mi

CONTROL ARM BOLT NUT WELD BROKE NOT ALLOWING THE CONTROL ARM TO BE REPLACED. *TR

May 19, 2010 Suspension 102,000 mi

CONTROL ARM BOLT NUT WELD BROKE NOT ALLOWING THE CONTROL ARM TO BE REPLACED. *TR

Mar 29, 2010 Power Train 90,000 mi

MOTOR MOUNTS TO A DOGE NEON HAS BEEN WEARING OUT EVERY TWO YEARS. THEY SHOULD LAST THE USE OF THE CAR I>E 30 YRS. HAS CAUSE THE TRANSMISSION TO COLLAPSE. CAUSING THE CAR TO BE A DANGER TO THE PERSON DRIVING AND THE PEOPLE WHO ARE WALKING IN THE WAY OF A CAR THATCANNOT STOP. *CN

Mar 29, 2010 Structure 90,000 mi

MOTOR MOUNTS TO A DOGE NEON HAS BEEN WEARING OUT EVERY TWO YEARS. THEY SHOULD LAST THE USE OF THE CAR I>E 30 YRS. HAS CAUSE THE TRANSMISSION TO COLLAPSE. CAUSING THE CAR TO BE A DANGER TO THE PERSON DRIVING AND THE PEOPLE WHO ARE WALKING IN THE WAY OF A CAR THATCANNOT STOP. *CN

Mar 29, 2010 Power Train 90,000 mi

MOTOR MOUNTS TO A DOGE NEON HAS BEEN WEARING OUT EVERY TWO YEARS. THEY SHOULD LAST THE USE OF THE CAR I>E 30 YRS. HAS CAUSE THE TRANSMISSION TO COLLAPSE. CAUSING THE CAR TO BE A DANGER TO THE PERSON DRIVING AND THE PEOPLE WHO ARE WALKING IN THE WAY OF A CAR THATCANNOT STOP. *CN

Mar 29, 2010 Structure 90,000 mi

MOTOR MOUNTS TO A DOGE NEON HAS BEEN WEARING OUT EVERY TWO YEARS. THEY SHOULD LAST THE USE OF THE CAR I>E 30 YRS. HAS CAUSE THE TRANSMISSION TO COLLAPSE. CAUSING THE CAR TO BE A DANGER TO THE PERSON DRIVING AND THE PEOPLE WHO ARE WALKING IN THE WAY OF A CAR THATCANNOT STOP. *CN

Mar 10, 2010 Structure 42,280 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE NEON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 10-15 MPH THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY CAME TO A COMPLETE AND ABRUPT STOP, HE ALSO NOTICED A GRINDING NOISE IN THE FRONT END. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A GAS STATION WHERE A MECHANIC INFORMED HIM THAT THE K-FRAME HA...

Mar 10, 2010 Structure 42,280 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE NEON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 10-15 MPH THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY CAME TO A COMPLETE AND ABRUPT STOP, HE ALSO NOTICED A GRINDING NOISE IN THE FRONT END. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A GAS STATION WHERE A MECHANIC INFORMED HIM THAT THE K-FRAME HA...

Feb 18, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 150,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE NEON. WHILE DRIVING IN THE CENTER LANE AT 40 MPH, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL MOVED ALL THE WAY TO THE LEFT AND UNDERNEATH THE BRAKE PEDAL. THIS PREVENTED THE VEHICLE FROM ACCELERATING. THE CONTACT COULD NOT DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL BECAUSE IT WOULD PRESS DOWN ON THE ACC...

Feb 18, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 150,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE NEON. WHILE DRIVING IN THE CENTER LANE AT 40 MPH, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL MOVED ALL THE WAY TO THE LEFT AND UNDERNEATH THE BRAKE PEDAL. THIS PREVENTED THE VEHICLE FROM ACCELERATING. THE CONTACT COULD NOT DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL BECAUSE IT WOULD PRESS DOWN ON THE ACC...

Feb 8, 2009 Power Train

I AM WRITING THIS ON BEHALF OF MY ELDERLY MOTHER WHO IS IN THE HOSPITAL UNDERGOING MEDICAL TREATMENT FOR INJURIES SHE RECEIVED WHEN HER CAR DROPPED INTO REVERSE FROM PARK WHILE SHE WAS GETTING ITEMS OUT OF THE TRUNK WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING. SHE WAS PINNED UNDER THE CAR FOR ABOUT 15 MINUTES BEFORE...

Feb 8, 2009 Power Train

I AM WRITING THIS ON BEHALF OF MY ELDERLY MOTHER WHO IS IN THE HOSPITAL UNDERGOING MEDICAL TREATMENT FOR INJURIES SHE RECEIVED WHEN HER CAR DROPPED INTO REVERSE FROM PARK WHILE SHE WAS GETTING ITEMS OUT OF THE TRUNK WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING. SHE WAS PINNED UNDER THE CAR FOR ABOUT 15 MINUTES BEFORE...

Dec 20, 2008 Tires

BOUGHT 4 GRAND SPIRIT TOURING TIRES SIZE 185/60TR15 ON 6/15/05. BELTS ON TWO OF THESE TIRES SEPARATED. ONE ON 7/21/08 THE SECOND ON 12/19/08. MANUFACTURER OF THESE TIRES IS TBC TIRES. ONE OF THESE TIRES WAS PRORATED AND REPLACED. I WAS INFORMED BY TIRE RETAILER ,TIRE KINGDOM, THAT THE TIRE IS NO LON...

Dec 20, 2008 Tires

BOUGHT 4 GRAND SPIRIT TOURING TIRES SIZE 185/60TR15 ON 6/15/05. BELTS ON TWO OF THESE TIRES SEPARATED. ONE ON 7/21/08 THE SECOND ON 12/19/08. MANUFACTURER OF THESE TIRES IS TBC TIRES. ONE OF THESE TIRES WAS PRORATED AND REPLACED. I WAS INFORMED BY TIRE RETAILER ,TIRE KINGDOM, THAT THE TIRE IS NO LON...

Jun 7, 2008 Structure

I BOUGHT A USED CAR FROM JD BYRIDER OF READING PA ,I WAS TOLD THE CAR WAS SAFETY INSPECTED AND THE STICKERS ARE ON VEHICLE, COME TO FIND OUT FROM MY OWN MECHANIC THE CAR WAS NOT SAFETY INSPECTED PROPER BECAUSE THERE WAS ALOT OF THINGS FOUND DEFECTIVE ON IT LIKE ROTORS WERE WARPED BRAKE PAD FELL A...

Jun 7, 2008 Equipment

I BOUGHT A USED CAR FROM JD BYRIDER OF READING PA ,I WAS TOLD THE CAR WAS SAFETY INSPECTED AND THE STICKERS ARE ON VEHICLE, COME TO FIND OUT FROM MY OWN MECHANIC THE CAR WAS NOT SAFETY INSPECTED PROPER BECAUSE THERE WAS ALOT OF THINGS FOUND DEFECTIVE ON IT LIKE ROTORS WERE WARPED BRAKE PAD FELL A...

Jun 7, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling

I BOUGHT A USED CAR FROM JD BYRIDER OF READING PA ,I WAS TOLD THE CAR WAS SAFETY INSPECTED AND THE STICKERS ARE ON VEHICLE, COME TO FIND OUT FROM MY OWN MECHANIC THE CAR WAS NOT SAFETY INSPECTED PROPER BECAUSE THERE WAS ALOT OF THINGS FOUND DEFECTIVE ON IT LIKE ROTORS WERE WARPED BRAKE PAD FELL A...

Jun 7, 2008 Structure

I BOUGHT A USED CAR FROM JD BYRIDER OF READING PA ,I WAS TOLD THE CAR WAS SAFETY INSPECTED AND THE STICKERS ARE ON VEHICLE, COME TO FIND OUT FROM MY OWN MECHANIC THE CAR WAS NOT SAFETY INSPECTED PROPER BECAUSE THERE WAS ALOT OF THINGS FOUND DEFECTIVE ON IT LIKE ROTORS WERE WARPED BRAKE PAD FELL A...

Jun 7, 2008 Equipment

I BOUGHT A USED CAR FROM JD BYRIDER OF READING PA ,I WAS TOLD THE CAR WAS SAFETY INSPECTED AND THE STICKERS ARE ON VEHICLE, COME TO FIND OUT FROM MY OWN MECHANIC THE CAR WAS NOT SAFETY INSPECTED PROPER BECAUSE THERE WAS ALOT OF THINGS FOUND DEFECTIVE ON IT LIKE ROTORS WERE WARPED BRAKE PAD FELL A...

Jun 7, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling

I BOUGHT A USED CAR FROM JD BYRIDER OF READING PA ,I WAS TOLD THE CAR WAS SAFETY INSPECTED AND THE STICKERS ARE ON VEHICLE, COME TO FIND OUT FROM MY OWN MECHANIC THE CAR WAS NOT SAFETY INSPECTED PROPER BECAUSE THERE WAS ALOT OF THINGS FOUND DEFECTIVE ON IT LIKE ROTORS WERE WARPED BRAKE PAD FELL A...

Mar 17, 2008 Steering 87,000 mi

WE HEARD A POP IN OUR ENGINE WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY, UNCERTAIN THAT IT WAS OUR VEHICLE WE CONTINUED, AS WE EXITED THE HIGHWAY WE HAD LOST POWER STEERING IT SEEMED. CONTINUE HOME ABOUT 20 MILES AND ONCE WE PULLED INTO OUR DRIVEWAY WE OPENED THE HOOD TO FIND OUR POWER STEERING BELT HAD COME O...

Mar 17, 2008 Steering 87,000 mi

WE HEARD A POP IN OUR ENGINE WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY, UNCERTAIN THAT IT WAS OUR VEHICLE WE CONTINUED, AS WE EXITED THE HIGHWAY WE HAD LOST POWER STEERING IT SEEMED. CONTINUE HOME ABOUT 20 MILES AND ONCE WE PULLED INTO OUR DRIVEWAY WE OPENED THE HOOD TO FIND OUR POWER STEERING BELT HAD COME O...

Mar 1, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 108,220 mi

WHEN YOU DRIVE THE CAR ACTS LIKE IT HAS A BAD SPARK PLUG BUT WEN YOU CHECK ONE IS FULL OF OIL ITS SHUTS OFF WHEN IT DOES THAT AND IT TAKES A MINUTE TO START BACK UP. *TR

Mar 1, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 108,220 mi

WHEN YOU DRIVE THE CAR ACTS LIKE IT HAS A BAD SPARK PLUG BUT WEN YOU CHECK ONE IS FULL OF OIL ITS SHUTS OFF WHEN IT DOES THAT AND IT TAKES A MINUTE TO START BACK UP. *TR

Nov 11, 2007 Exterior Lighting

THE REAR TAILLIGHT SEALS ON MY 2000 DODGE NEON LEAK EVERYTIME IT RAINS WHICH ENDS UP FLOODING THE PASSENGER CABIN AND CAUSES MOLD. *TR

Nov 11, 2007 Exterior Lighting

THE REAR TAILLIGHT SEALS ON MY 2000 DODGE NEON LEAK EVERYTIME IT RAINS WHICH ENDS UP FLOODING THE PASSENGER CABIN AND CAUSES MOLD. *TR

Sep 18, 2007 Electrical System 705,585 mi

TURNING SIGNAL HEADLIGHTS 80% FAILURE, WHEN TEMPERATURE IN VEHICLE OVER 100 DEGREES. WHEN LIGHTS ARE ENGAGED, ALL REAR MARKING LAMPS, SIDE, AND INSTRUMENT PANEL FAILED, AND FOG LIGHTS CAME ON WHEN IN OFF POSITION. I SPOKE TO A TECH OFF THE RECORD, THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM. THIS RESULTED IN A NEAR CO...

Sep 18, 2007 Exterior Lighting 705,585 mi

TURNING SIGNAL HEADLIGHTS 80% FAILURE, WHEN TEMPERATURE IN VEHICLE OVER 100 DEGREES. WHEN LIGHTS ARE ENGAGED, ALL REAR MARKING LAMPS, SIDE, AND INSTRUMENT PANEL FAILED, AND FOG LIGHTS CAME ON WHEN IN OFF POSITION. I SPOKE TO A TECH OFF THE RECORD, THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM. THIS RESULTED IN A NEAR CO...

Sep 18, 2007 Exterior Lighting 705,585 mi

TURNING SIGNAL HEADLIGHTS 80% FAILURE, WHEN TEMPERATURE IN VEHICLE OVER 100 DEGREES. WHEN LIGHTS ARE ENGAGED, ALL REAR MARKING LAMPS, SIDE, AND INSTRUMENT PANEL FAILED, AND FOG LIGHTS CAME ON WHEN IN OFF POSITION. I SPOKE TO A TECH OFF THE RECORD, THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM. THIS RESULTED IN A NEAR CO...

Sep 18, 2007 Electrical System 705,585 mi

TURNING SIGNAL HEADLIGHTS 80% FAILURE, WHEN TEMPERATURE IN VEHICLE OVER 100 DEGREES. WHEN LIGHTS ARE ENGAGED, ALL REAR MARKING LAMPS, SIDE, AND INSTRUMENT PANEL FAILED, AND FOG LIGHTS CAME ON WHEN IN OFF POSITION. I SPOKE TO A TECH OFF THE RECORD, THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM. THIS RESULTED IN A NEAR CO...

Sep 18, 2007 Exterior Lighting 705,585 mi

TURNING SIGNAL HEADLIGHTS 80% FAILURE, WHEN TEMPERATURE IN VEHICLE OVER 100 DEGREES. WHEN LIGHTS ARE ENGAGED, ALL REAR MARKING LAMPS, SIDE, AND INSTRUMENT PANEL FAILED, AND FOG LIGHTS CAME ON WHEN IN OFF POSITION. I SPOKE TO A TECH OFF THE RECORD, THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM. THIS RESULTED IN A NEAR CO...

Sep 18, 2007 Exterior Lighting 705,585 mi

TURNING SIGNAL HEADLIGHTS 80% FAILURE, WHEN TEMPERATURE IN VEHICLE OVER 100 DEGREES. WHEN LIGHTS ARE ENGAGED, ALL REAR MARKING LAMPS, SIDE, AND INSTRUMENT PANEL FAILED, AND FOG LIGHTS CAME ON WHEN IN OFF POSITION. I SPOKE TO A TECH OFF THE RECORD, THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM. THIS RESULTED IN A NEAR CO...

Aug 2, 2007 Electrical System 60,500 mi

I HAVE BEEN DRIVING MY CAR BACK AND FORTH FROM COLLEGE AND RUNNING ERRANDS AROUND TOWN. I HAVE A COMPLETELY STOCKED 2000 DODGE NEON ES. I USE THE HEADLIGHTS MOST OF THE TIME, EVEN DURING THE DAY, TO INCREASE VISIBILITY. ONE NIGHT, I WAS DRIVING THROUGH MY TOWN. I SMELLED SOMETHING BURNING BUT NO...

Aug 2, 2007 Electrical System 60,500 mi

I HAVE BEEN DRIVING MY CAR BACK AND FORTH FROM COLLEGE AND RUNNING ERRANDS AROUND TOWN. I HAVE A COMPLETELY STOCKED 2000 DODGE NEON ES. I USE THE HEADLIGHTS MOST OF THE TIME, EVEN DURING THE DAY, TO INCREASE VISIBILITY. ONE NIGHT, I WAS DRIVING THROUGH MY TOWN. I SMELLED SOMETHING BURNING BUT NO...

Mar 16, 2007 Steering 90,898 mi

TL* - THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE NEON. WHILE TURNING LEFT INTO A PARKING LOT THE VEHICLE ABRUPTLY STOPPED. THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE TIE ROD FAILED, CAUSING THAT TIRE TO LEAN. THE TRAVEL SPEED WAS APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED AWAY. THE DEALER REPLACED BOTH TIE ROD ENDS. THE ...

Mar 16, 2007 Steering 90,898 mi

TL* - THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE NEON. WHILE TURNING LEFT INTO A PARKING LOT THE VEHICLE ABRUPTLY STOPPED. THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE TIE ROD FAILED, CAUSING THAT TIRE TO LEAN. THE TRAVEL SPEED WAS APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED AWAY. THE DEALER REPLACED BOTH TIE ROD ENDS. THE ...

Mar 8, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 75,000 mi

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 D...

Mar 8, 2007 Suspension 75,000 mi

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 D...

Mar 8, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 75,000 mi

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 D...

Mar 8, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 75,000 mi

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 D...

Mar 8, 2007 Suspension 75,000 mi

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 D...

Mar 8, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 75,000 mi

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 D...

Feb 26, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 59,150 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE NEON. WHILE HAVING THE TIRES REPLACED,THE MECHANIC DETERMINED THERE WAS A HEAD GASKET LEAK. THE DEALER'S SERVICE MANAGER INFORMED HER THAT SHE WOULD HAVE TO BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY REPAIRS. ALSO, THE CONTACT ALSO SPOKE TO THE MANUFACTURER. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WA...

Feb 26, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 59,150 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE NEON. WHILE HAVING THE TIRES REPLACED,THE MECHANIC DETERMINED THERE WAS A HEAD GASKET LEAK. THE DEALER'S SERVICE MANAGER INFORMED HER THAT SHE WOULD HAVE TO BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY REPAIRS. ALSO, THE CONTACT ALSO SPOKE TO THE MANUFACTURER. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WA...

Jan 22, 2007 Exterior Lighting 111,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT AND TURNING THE HEADLIGHTS ON THE WARNING LIGHT INDICATOR APPEARED ON THE DASHBOARD, BUT THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH FAILED TO ACTIVATE. CONTACT TOOK VEHICLE TO LOCAL MECHANIC AND THEY STATED THE WIRES HAD MELTED TOGETHER. DUE TO THE SAFETY HAZARD THE LOCAL ...

Jan 22, 2007 Exterior Lighting 111,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT AND TURNING THE HEADLIGHTS ON THE WARNING LIGHT INDICATOR APPEARED ON THE DASHBOARD, BUT THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH FAILED TO ACTIVATE. CONTACT TOOK VEHICLE TO LOCAL MECHANIC AND THEY STATED THE WIRES HAD MELTED TOGETHER. DUE TO THE SAFETY HAZARD THE LOCAL ...

Jan 11, 2007 Structure 100,000 mi

WATER LEAKING INTO THE TRUNK AREA AND THE FLOOR BOARDS OF THE REAR PASSENGER COMPARTMENT CAUSING MILDEW, RUST AND DAMAGE TO STORED PROPERTY INSIDE THE VEHICLE. *JB

Jan 11, 2007 Structure 100,000 mi

WATER LEAKING INTO THE TRUNK AREA AND THE FLOOR BOARDS OF THE REAR PASSENGER COMPARTMENT CAUSING MILDEW, RUST AND DAMAGE TO STORED PROPERTY INSIDE THE VEHICLE. *JB

Oct 11, 2006 Structure

AS MANY OTHERS HAVE REPORTED, WHENEVER THERE IS A HEAVY RAINFALL THE FLOORS IN THE REAR OF THE CAR FILL WITH WATER. IT IS SO BAD THAT NOW IT FILTERS OVER INTO THE FRONT SEATS. I HAVE BEEN HAIVNG THIS PROBLEMS FOR A FEW YEARS BUT WAS UNAWARE THAT THERE WERE OTHERS WITH THE SAME ISSUE. DEALERS AND AUT...

Oct 11, 2006 Structure

AS MANY OTHERS HAVE REPORTED, WHENEVER THERE IS A HEAVY RAINFALL THE FLOORS IN THE REAR OF THE CAR FILL WITH WATER. IT IS SO BAD THAT NOW IT FILTERS OVER INTO THE FRONT SEATS. I HAVE BEEN HAIVNG THIS PROBLEMS FOR A FEW YEARS BUT WAS UNAWARE THAT THERE WERE OTHERS WITH THE SAME ISSUE. DEALERS AND AUT...

Sep 8, 2006 Air Bags Crash

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH ON NEIGHBORHOOD ROADS THE VEHICLE CRASHED. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AND THE CONTACT WAS INJURED. THE POLICE DEPARTMENT WAS PRESENT AT THE SCENE AND A POLICE REPORT WAS PROCESSED. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS ALSO PRESENT ON THE SCENE BUT A FAMILY MEMBER...

Sep 8, 2006 Air Bags Crash

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH ON NEIGHBORHOOD ROADS THE VEHICLE CRASHED. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AND THE CONTACT WAS INJURED. THE POLICE DEPARTMENT WAS PRESENT AT THE SCENE AND A POLICE REPORT WAS PROCESSED. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS ALSO PRESENT ON THE SCENE BUT A FAMILY MEMBER...

May 9, 2006 Structure 30,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING SERVICED AT A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP THE MECHANIC NOTICED THE FRONT CROSS MEMBER WAS VERY RUSTY. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TAKEN TO A SERVICE DEALER FOR INSPECTION WHO AGREED, BUT THERE WAS NO CLEAR DETERMINATION OF HOW TO REMEDY THE PROBLEM. THE CONTACT ...

May 9, 2006 Structure 30,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING SERVICED AT A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP THE MECHANIC NOTICED THE FRONT CROSS MEMBER WAS VERY RUSTY. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TAKEN TO A SERVICE DEALER FOR INSPECTION WHO AGREED, BUT THERE WAS NO CLEAR DETERMINATION OF HOW TO REMEDY THE PROBLEM. THE CONTACT ...

Feb 22, 2006 Air Bags Crash 114,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH HITTING A PATCH OF ICE, THE VEHICLE FISH TAILED, HIT A TREE, FLIPPED ON IT'S TOP AND THE FRONTAL AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THIS OCCURRED WITHOUT ANY PRIOR WARNING AND A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AT THE SCENE. THE OCCUPANT WAS WEARING A SEAT BELT AND RECEIV...

Feb 22, 2006 Air Bags Crash 114,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH HITTING A PATCH OF ICE, THE VEHICLE FISH TAILED, HIT A TREE, FLIPPED ON IT'S TOP AND THE FRONTAL AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THIS OCCURRED WITHOUT ANY PRIOR WARNING AND A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AT THE SCENE. THE OCCUPANT WAS WEARING A SEAT BELT AND RECEIV...

Feb 20, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling

MAKE: DODGE MODEL: NEON TYPE: PASSENGER CAR YEAR: 2000 SUMMARY: AS NOTED IN OTHER COMPLAINTS, WITH ANY HEAVY RAINFALL, THE FLOOR IN THE BACK SEATS FILLS WITH WATER (UP TO AN INCH OR MORE). APPEARS TO BE ENTERING THROUGH THE TRUNK AREA, AS THE SPARE TIRE WELL ALSO FILLS WITH WATER...

Feb 20, 2006 Structure

MAKE: DODGE MODEL: NEON TYPE: PASSENGER CAR YEAR: 2000 SUMMARY: AS NOTED IN OTHER COMPLAINTS, WITH ANY HEAVY RAINFALL, THE FLOOR IN THE BACK SEATS FILLS WITH WATER (UP TO AN INCH OR MORE). APPEARS TO BE ENTERING THROUGH THE TRUNK AREA, AS THE SPARE TIRE WELL ALSO FILLS WITH WATER...

Feb 20, 2006 Suspension

MAKE: DODGE MODEL: NEON TYPE: PASSENGER CAR YEAR: 2000 SUMMARY: AS NOTED IN OTHER COMPLAINTS, WITH ANY HEAVY RAINFALL, THE FLOOR IN THE BACK SEATS FILLS WITH WATER (UP TO AN INCH OR MORE). APPEARS TO BE ENTERING THROUGH THE TRUNK AREA, AS THE SPARE TIRE WELL ALSO FILLS WITH WATER...

Feb 20, 2006 Electrical System

MAKE: DODGE MODEL: NEON TYPE: PASSENGER CAR YEAR: 2000 SUMMARY: AS NOTED IN OTHER COMPLAINTS, WITH ANY HEAVY RAINFALL, THE FLOOR IN THE BACK SEATS FILLS WITH WATER (UP TO AN INCH OR MORE). APPEARS TO BE ENTERING THROUGH THE TRUNK AREA, AS THE SPARE TIRE WELL ALSO FILLS WITH WATER...

Feb 20, 2006 Power Train

MAKE: DODGE MODEL: NEON TYPE: PASSENGER CAR YEAR: 2000 SUMMARY: AS NOTED IN OTHER COMPLAINTS, WITH ANY HEAVY RAINFALL, THE FLOOR IN THE BACK SEATS FILLS WITH WATER (UP TO AN INCH OR MORE). APPEARS TO BE ENTERING THROUGH THE TRUNK AREA, AS THE SPARE TIRE WELL ALSO FILLS WITH WATER...

Feb 20, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling

MAKE: DODGE MODEL: NEON TYPE: PASSENGER CAR YEAR: 2000 SUMMARY: AS NOTED IN OTHER COMPLAINTS, WITH ANY HEAVY RAINFALL, THE FLOOR IN THE BACK SEATS FILLS WITH WATER (UP TO AN INCH OR MORE). APPEARS TO BE ENTERING THROUGH THE TRUNK AREA, AS THE SPARE TIRE WELL ALSO FILLS WITH WATER...

Feb 20, 2006 Structure

MAKE: DODGE MODEL: NEON TYPE: PASSENGER CAR YEAR: 2000 SUMMARY: AS NOTED IN OTHER COMPLAINTS, WITH ANY HEAVY RAINFALL, THE FLOOR IN THE BACK SEATS FILLS WITH WATER (UP TO AN INCH OR MORE). APPEARS TO BE ENTERING THROUGH THE TRUNK AREA, AS THE SPARE TIRE WELL ALSO FILLS WITH WATER...

Feb 20, 2006 Suspension

MAKE: DODGE MODEL: NEON TYPE: PASSENGER CAR YEAR: 2000 SUMMARY: AS NOTED IN OTHER COMPLAINTS, WITH ANY HEAVY RAINFALL, THE FLOOR IN THE BACK SEATS FILLS WITH WATER (UP TO AN INCH OR MORE). APPEARS TO BE ENTERING THROUGH THE TRUNK AREA, AS THE SPARE TIRE WELL ALSO FILLS WITH WATER...

Feb 20, 2006 Electrical System

MAKE: DODGE MODEL: NEON TYPE: PASSENGER CAR YEAR: 2000 SUMMARY: AS NOTED IN OTHER COMPLAINTS, WITH ANY HEAVY RAINFALL, THE FLOOR IN THE BACK SEATS FILLS WITH WATER (UP TO AN INCH OR MORE). APPEARS TO BE ENTERING THROUGH THE TRUNK AREA, AS THE SPARE TIRE WELL ALSO FILLS WITH WATER...

Feb 20, 2006 Power Train

MAKE: DODGE MODEL: NEON TYPE: PASSENGER CAR YEAR: 2000 SUMMARY: AS NOTED IN OTHER COMPLAINTS, WITH ANY HEAVY RAINFALL, THE FLOOR IN THE BACK SEATS FILLS WITH WATER (UP TO AN INCH OR MORE). APPEARS TO BE ENTERING THROUGH THE TRUNK AREA, AS THE SPARE TIRE WELL ALSO FILLS WITH WATER...

Dec 23, 2005 Fuel System, Gasoline Crash Fire

2000 DODGE NEON OWNED BY MS. JERRY KIMBELL OF HAUGHTON LOUISIANA BURST INTO FLAMES AFTER REAR END COLLISION. 2000 NEON HAS FUEL SENDING UNIT LOCATED ON BOTTOM OF GAS TANK AND POORLY ROUTED FUEL LINES. ACCORDING TO NHTSA STUDY, COST TO PLACE FUEL SENDING UNIT ON TOP OF TANK AND REROUTE FUEL LINES WOU...

Dec 23, 2005 Fuel System, Gasoline Crash Fire

2000 DODGE NEON OWNED BY MS. JERRY KIMBELL OF HAUGHTON LOUISIANA BURST INTO FLAMES AFTER REAR END COLLISION. 2000 NEON HAS FUEL SENDING UNIT LOCATED ON BOTTOM OF GAS TANK AND POORLY ROUTED FUEL LINES. ACCORDING TO NHTSA STUDY, COST TO PLACE FUEL SENDING UNIT ON TOP OF TANK AND REROUTE FUEL LINES WOU...

Dec 5, 2005 Air Bags Crash 113,000 mi

MY 16 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING HER 2000 DODGE NEON, LOST CONTROL AND ROLLED A MINIMUM OF FOUR TIMES. NEITHER OF THE FRONT AIR BAGS DEPLOYED, AND IT'S A MIRACLE ANY ONE SURVIVED. THE CAR IS TOTALED AND NO ONE CAN JUSTIFY WHY THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *JB

Dec 5, 2005 Air Bags Crash 113,000 mi

MY 16 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING HER 2000 DODGE NEON, LOST CONTROL AND ROLLED A MINIMUM OF FOUR TIMES. NEITHER OF THE FRONT AIR BAGS DEPLOYED, AND IT'S A MIRACLE ANY ONE SURVIVED. THE CAR IS TOTALED AND NO ONE CAN JUSTIFY WHY THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *JB

Dec 2, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 86,000 mi

HEAD GASKET BLOWN. LARGE OIL/FUEL LEAKS AND/OR CONTAMINATION THROUGHOUT ENGINE COMPARTMENT, INCLUDING CAPTURED IN MOTOR-MOUNT BAY ACTING AS A RESEVOIR DAM. *NM GOOGLE ALONE DEMONSTRATES SOME 111,000 REPORTED "NEON HEAD-GASKET" ITEMS WITH A MAJORITY PERCENTAGE SAMPLED SHOWING AS PROBLEMS WITH TH...

Dec 2, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 86,000 mi

HEAD GASKET BLOWN. LARGE OIL/FUEL LEAKS AND/OR CONTAMINATION THROUGHOUT ENGINE COMPARTMENT, INCLUDING CAPTURED IN MOTOR-MOUNT BAY ACTING AS A RESEVOIR DAM. *NM GOOGLE ALONE DEMONSTRATES SOME 111,000 REPORTED "NEON HEAD-GASKET" ITEMS WITH A MAJORITY PERCENTAGE SAMPLED SHOWING AS PROBLEMS WITH TH...

Nov 30, 2005 Electrical System

THE CAR IDLES VERY HIGH AND THEN ACCELERATES TO HIGHER SPEEDS WITHOUT TOUCHING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THERE IS A HIGH ACCELERATION BOOSTS AND SPURTS WHEN FIRST ACCELERATING FROM A STOPPED POSITION, CAUSING CAR TO LUNGE FORWARD AT HIGH SPEEDS. THE CAR REFUSES TO START WHEN NOT USED DAILY, SUCH AS A...

Nov 30, 2005 Electrical System

THE CAR IDLES VERY HIGH AND THEN ACCELERATES TO HIGHER SPEEDS WITHOUT TOUCHING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THERE IS A HIGH ACCELERATION BOOSTS AND SPURTS WHEN FIRST ACCELERATING FROM A STOPPED POSITION, CAUSING CAR TO LUNGE FORWARD AT HIGH SPEEDS. THE CAR REFUSES TO START WHEN NOT USED DAILY, SUCH AS A...

Nov 30, 2005 Electrical System

THE CAR IDLES VERY HIGH AND THEN ACCELERATES TO HIGHER SPEEDS WITHOUT TOUCHING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THERE IS A HIGH ACCELERATION BOOSTS AND SPURTS WHEN FIRST ACCELERATING FROM A STOPPED POSITION, CAUSING CAR TO LUNGE FORWARD AT HIGH SPEEDS. THE CAR REFUSES TO START WHEN NOT USED DAILY, SUCH AS A...

Nov 30, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE CAR IDLES VERY HIGH AND THEN ACCELERATES TO HIGHER SPEEDS WITHOUT TOUCHING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THERE IS A HIGH ACCELERATION BOOSTS AND SPURTS WHEN FIRST ACCELERATING FROM A STOPPED POSITION, CAUSING CAR TO LUNGE FORWARD AT HIGH SPEEDS. THE CAR REFUSES TO START WHEN NOT USED DAILY, SUCH AS A...

Nov 30, 2005 Interior Lighting

THE CAR IDLES VERY HIGH AND THEN ACCELERATES TO HIGHER SPEEDS WITHOUT TOUCHING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THERE IS A HIGH ACCELERATION BOOSTS AND SPURTS WHEN FIRST ACCELERATING FROM A STOPPED POSITION, CAUSING CAR TO LUNGE FORWARD AT HIGH SPEEDS. THE CAR REFUSES TO START WHEN NOT USED DAILY, SUCH AS A...

Nov 30, 2005 Power Train

THE CAR IDLES VERY HIGH AND THEN ACCELERATES TO HIGHER SPEEDS WITHOUT TOUCHING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THERE IS A HIGH ACCELERATION BOOSTS AND SPURTS WHEN FIRST ACCELERATING FROM A STOPPED POSITION, CAUSING CAR TO LUNGE FORWARD AT HIGH SPEEDS. THE CAR REFUSES TO START WHEN NOT USED DAILY, SUCH AS A...

Nov 30, 2005 Latches/locks/linkages

THE CAR IDLES VERY HIGH AND THEN ACCELERATES TO HIGHER SPEEDS WITHOUT TOUCHING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THERE IS A HIGH ACCELERATION BOOSTS AND SPURTS WHEN FIRST ACCELERATING FROM A STOPPED POSITION, CAUSING CAR TO LUNGE FORWARD AT HIGH SPEEDS. THE CAR REFUSES TO START WHEN NOT USED DAILY, SUCH AS A...

Nov 30, 2005 Electrical System

THE CAR IDLES VERY HIGH AND THEN ACCELERATES TO HIGHER SPEEDS WITHOUT TOUCHING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THERE IS A HIGH ACCELERATION BOOSTS AND SPURTS WHEN FIRST ACCELERATING FROM A STOPPED POSITION, CAUSING CAR TO LUNGE FORWARD AT HIGH SPEEDS. THE CAR REFUSES TO START WHEN NOT USED DAILY, SUCH AS A...

Nov 30, 2005 Electrical System

THE CAR IDLES VERY HIGH AND THEN ACCELERATES TO HIGHER SPEEDS WITHOUT TOUCHING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THERE IS A HIGH ACCELERATION BOOSTS AND SPURTS WHEN FIRST ACCELERATING FROM A STOPPED POSITION, CAUSING CAR TO LUNGE FORWARD AT HIGH SPEEDS. THE CAR REFUSES TO START WHEN NOT USED DAILY, SUCH AS A...

Nov 30, 2005 Electrical System

THE CAR IDLES VERY HIGH AND THEN ACCELERATES TO HIGHER SPEEDS WITHOUT TOUCHING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THERE IS A HIGH ACCELERATION BOOSTS AND SPURTS WHEN FIRST ACCELERATING FROM A STOPPED POSITION, CAUSING CAR TO LUNGE FORWARD AT HIGH SPEEDS. THE CAR REFUSES TO START WHEN NOT USED DAILY, SUCH AS A...

Nov 30, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE CAR IDLES VERY HIGH AND THEN ACCELERATES TO HIGHER SPEEDS WITHOUT TOUCHING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THERE IS A HIGH ACCELERATION BOOSTS AND SPURTS WHEN FIRST ACCELERATING FROM A STOPPED POSITION, CAUSING CAR TO LUNGE FORWARD AT HIGH SPEEDS. THE CAR REFUSES TO START WHEN NOT USED DAILY, SUCH AS A...

Nov 30, 2005 Interior Lighting

THE CAR IDLES VERY HIGH AND THEN ACCELERATES TO HIGHER SPEEDS WITHOUT TOUCHING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THERE IS A HIGH ACCELERATION BOOSTS AND SPURTS WHEN FIRST ACCELERATING FROM A STOPPED POSITION, CAUSING CAR TO LUNGE FORWARD AT HIGH SPEEDS. THE CAR REFUSES TO START WHEN NOT USED DAILY, SUCH AS A...

Nov 30, 2005 Power Train

THE CAR IDLES VERY HIGH AND THEN ACCELERATES TO HIGHER SPEEDS WITHOUT TOUCHING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THERE IS A HIGH ACCELERATION BOOSTS AND SPURTS WHEN FIRST ACCELERATING FROM A STOPPED POSITION, CAUSING CAR TO LUNGE FORWARD AT HIGH SPEEDS. THE CAR REFUSES TO START WHEN NOT USED DAILY, SUCH AS A...

Nov 30, 2005 Latches/locks/linkages

THE CAR IDLES VERY HIGH AND THEN ACCELERATES TO HIGHER SPEEDS WITHOUT TOUCHING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THERE IS A HIGH ACCELERATION BOOSTS AND SPURTS WHEN FIRST ACCELERATING FROM A STOPPED POSITION, CAUSING CAR TO LUNGE FORWARD AT HIGH SPEEDS. THE CAR REFUSES TO START WHEN NOT USED DAILY, SUCH AS A...

Oct 18, 2005 Air Bags Crash 63,000 mi

DT: WHEN THE CONSUMER ATTEMPTED TO CHANGED LANES, SHE LOST CONTROL OF THE HER VEHICLE AND CRASHED INTO A BRIDGE STRUCTURE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK *JB

Oct 18, 2005 Air Bags Crash 63,000 mi

DT: WHEN THE CONSUMER ATTEMPTED TO CHANGED LANES, SHE LOST CONTROL OF THE HER VEHICLE AND CRASHED INTO A BRIDGE STRUCTURE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK *JB

Sep 21, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 60,000 mi

I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE 2 MONTHS AGO. SINCE THEN I HAVE PUT $750 INTO REPAIRS AND HAVE ESTIMATES FOR $1000 MORE WORTH OF REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURERS PROBLEMS INCLUDED A REAR MAIN OIL SEAL LEAK, AN OIL PAN GASKET LEAK, AND A DISTRIBUTOR SWITCH LEAK. THERE WAS ALSO A BENT WHEEL, DAMAGED TIRE, AND BAD S...

Sep 21, 2005 Electrical System 60,000 mi

I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE 2 MONTHS AGO. SINCE THEN I HAVE PUT $750 INTO REPAIRS AND HAVE ESTIMATES FOR $1000 MORE WORTH OF REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURERS PROBLEMS INCLUDED A REAR MAIN OIL SEAL LEAK, AN OIL PAN GASKET LEAK, AND A DISTRIBUTOR SWITCH LEAK. THERE WAS ALSO A BENT WHEEL, DAMAGED TIRE, AND BAD S...

Sep 21, 2005 Wheels 60,000 mi

I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE 2 MONTHS AGO. SINCE THEN I HAVE PUT $750 INTO REPAIRS AND HAVE ESTIMATES FOR $1000 MORE WORTH OF REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURERS PROBLEMS INCLUDED A REAR MAIN OIL SEAL LEAK, AN OIL PAN GASKET LEAK, AND A DISTRIBUTOR SWITCH LEAK. THERE WAS ALSO A BENT WHEEL, DAMAGED TIRE, AND BAD S...

Sep 21, 2005 Tires 60,000 mi

I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE 2 MONTHS AGO. SINCE THEN I HAVE PUT $750 INTO REPAIRS AND HAVE ESTIMATES FOR $1000 MORE WORTH OF REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURERS PROBLEMS INCLUDED A REAR MAIN OIL SEAL LEAK, AN OIL PAN GASKET LEAK, AND A DISTRIBUTOR SWITCH LEAK. THERE WAS ALSO A BENT WHEEL, DAMAGED TIRE, AND BAD S...

Sep 21, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 60,000 mi

I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE 2 MONTHS AGO. SINCE THEN I HAVE PUT $750 INTO REPAIRS AND HAVE ESTIMATES FOR $1000 MORE WORTH OF REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURERS PROBLEMS INCLUDED A REAR MAIN OIL SEAL LEAK, AN OIL PAN GASKET LEAK, AND A DISTRIBUTOR SWITCH LEAK. THERE WAS ALSO A BENT WHEEL, DAMAGED TIRE, AND BAD S...

Sep 21, 2005 Electrical System 60,000 mi

I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE 2 MONTHS AGO. SINCE THEN I HAVE PUT $750 INTO REPAIRS AND HAVE ESTIMATES FOR $1000 MORE WORTH OF REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURERS PROBLEMS INCLUDED A REAR MAIN OIL SEAL LEAK, AN OIL PAN GASKET LEAK, AND A DISTRIBUTOR SWITCH LEAK. THERE WAS ALSO A BENT WHEEL, DAMAGED TIRE, AND BAD S...

Sep 21, 2005 Wheels 60,000 mi

I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE 2 MONTHS AGO. SINCE THEN I HAVE PUT $750 INTO REPAIRS AND HAVE ESTIMATES FOR $1000 MORE WORTH OF REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURERS PROBLEMS INCLUDED A REAR MAIN OIL SEAL LEAK, AN OIL PAN GASKET LEAK, AND A DISTRIBUTOR SWITCH LEAK. THERE WAS ALSO A BENT WHEEL, DAMAGED TIRE, AND BAD S...

Sep 21, 2005 Tires 60,000 mi

I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE 2 MONTHS AGO. SINCE THEN I HAVE PUT $750 INTO REPAIRS AND HAVE ESTIMATES FOR $1000 MORE WORTH OF REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURERS PROBLEMS INCLUDED A REAR MAIN OIL SEAL LEAK, AN OIL PAN GASKET LEAK, AND A DISTRIBUTOR SWITCH LEAK. THERE WAS ALSO A BENT WHEEL, DAMAGED TIRE, AND BAD S...

Sep 2, 2005 Electrical System 44,819 mi

DT: WAS DRIVING TO WORK AND FIRST STOPPED AT THE RED LIGHT ON THE OUTSIDE LANE THE GREEN LIGHT CAME ON ,AND THE CAR WAS IN FIRST GEAR. WHEN TRYING TO PLACE CAR IN SECOND GEAR CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO SHIFT AND FELT THAT THE VEHICLE DID NOT HAVE GEARS. THE CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO COAST THE VEHICLE OFF ...

Sep 2, 2005 Structure 44,819 mi

DT: WAS DRIVING TO WORK AND FIRST STOPPED AT THE RED LIGHT ON THE OUTSIDE LANE THE GREEN LIGHT CAME ON ,AND THE CAR WAS IN FIRST GEAR. WHEN TRYING TO PLACE CAR IN SECOND GEAR CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO SHIFT AND FELT THAT THE VEHICLE DID NOT HAVE GEARS. THE CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO COAST THE VEHICLE OFF ...

Sep 2, 2005 Power Train 44,819 mi

DT: WAS DRIVING TO WORK AND FIRST STOPPED AT THE RED LIGHT ON THE OUTSIDE LANE THE GREEN LIGHT CAME ON ,AND THE CAR WAS IN FIRST GEAR. WHEN TRYING TO PLACE CAR IN SECOND GEAR CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO SHIFT AND FELT THAT THE VEHICLE DID NOT HAVE GEARS. THE CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO COAST THE VEHICLE OFF ...

Sep 2, 2005 Electrical System 44,819 mi

DT: WAS DRIVING TO WORK AND FIRST STOPPED AT THE RED LIGHT ON THE OUTSIDE LANE THE GREEN LIGHT CAME ON ,AND THE CAR WAS IN FIRST GEAR. WHEN TRYING TO PLACE CAR IN SECOND GEAR CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO SHIFT AND FELT THAT THE VEHICLE DID NOT HAVE GEARS. THE CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO COAST THE VEHICLE OFF ...

Sep 2, 2005 Structure 44,819 mi

DT: WAS DRIVING TO WORK AND FIRST STOPPED AT THE RED LIGHT ON THE OUTSIDE LANE THE GREEN LIGHT CAME ON ,AND THE CAR WAS IN FIRST GEAR. WHEN TRYING TO PLACE CAR IN SECOND GEAR CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO SHIFT AND FELT THAT THE VEHICLE DID NOT HAVE GEARS. THE CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO COAST THE VEHICLE OFF ...

Sep 2, 2005 Power Train 44,819 mi

DT: WAS DRIVING TO WORK AND FIRST STOPPED AT THE RED LIGHT ON THE OUTSIDE LANE THE GREEN LIGHT CAME ON ,AND THE CAR WAS IN FIRST GEAR. WHEN TRYING TO PLACE CAR IN SECOND GEAR CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO SHIFT AND FELT THAT THE VEHICLE DID NOT HAVE GEARS. THE CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO COAST THE VEHICLE OFF ...

Aug 30, 2005 Exterior Lighting 66,000 mi

DT: HEADLIGHT COVERS WERE DULL AND DID NOT PUT OUT ENOUGH LIGHT AT NIGHT. DEALER AND MANUFACTURER HAD NOT BEEN CONTACTED YET.*AK THE CONSUMER STATED FILM SEEMED TO BUILD UP ON THE HEAD LIGHT COVERS. *JB

Aug 30, 2005 Exterior Lighting 66,000 mi

DT: HEADLIGHT COVERS WERE DULL AND DID NOT PUT OUT ENOUGH LIGHT AT NIGHT. DEALER AND MANUFACTURER HAD NOT BEEN CONTACTED YET.*AK THE CONSUMER STATED FILM SEEMED TO BUILD UP ON THE HEAD LIGHT COVERS. *JB

Aug 28, 2005 Electrical System 99,000 mi

WIRES ON COMPRESSOR PLUG BROKE, COMPRESSOR WOULD NOT COME ON. CRIMPED WIRE BACK TOGETHER. *JB

Aug 28, 2005 Electrical System 99,000 mi

WIRES ON COMPRESSOR PLUG BROKE, COMPRESSOR WOULD NOT COME ON. CRIMPED WIRE BACK TOGETHER. *JB

Aug 18, 2005 Structure 131,000 mi

DT: THE FRONT PART OF THE SUBFRAME ON CALLER'S VEHICLE RUSTED. THE RUST WAS FALLING OFF THE VEHICLE IN BIG PIECES. DEALER SAID TO CALL MANUFACTURER. ON THE OTHER HAND, MANUFACTURER SAID THERE WAS NOTHING THEY COULD DO. CALLER SAID THE VEHICLE WAS A CHRYSLER NEON. DIDGE DID NOT APPEAR ON THE VEHI...

Aug 18, 2005 Structure 131,000 mi

DT: THE FRONT PART OF THE SUBFRAME ON CALLER'S VEHICLE RUSTED. THE RUST WAS FALLING OFF THE VEHICLE IN BIG PIECES. DEALER SAID TO CALL MANUFACTURER. ON THE OTHER HAND, MANUFACTURER SAID THERE WAS NOTHING THEY COULD DO. CALLER SAID THE VEHICLE WAS A CHRYSLER NEON. DIDGE DID NOT APPEAR ON THE VEHI...

Aug 12, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control 77,500 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL SET AND ENGAGED, I WAS FORCED TO DEPRESS THE BRAKES. THE CRUISE CONTROL DID NOT DISENGAGE, NOR WAS I ABLE TO TURN IT OFF VIA THE BUTTONS ON THE STEERING WHEEL. I CAME WITHIN 5 FEET OF REAR-ENDING ANOTHER VEHICLE WHEN WE WERE TRAVELING AT SPEEDS AB...

Aug 12, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control 77,500 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL SET AND ENGAGED, I WAS FORCED TO DEPRESS THE BRAKES. THE CRUISE CONTROL DID NOT DISENGAGE, NOR WAS I ABLE TO TURN IT OFF VIA THE BUTTONS ON THE STEERING WHEEL. I CAME WITHIN 5 FEET OF REAR-ENDING ANOTHER VEHICLE WHEN WE WERE TRAVELING AT SPEEDS AB...

Jun 22, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 71,000 mi

DT: BROKE DOWN ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP. THEY SAID THE RADIATOR SEPARATED FROM THE ENGINE, AND TRANSMISSION LEAKED INTO THE ENGINE. HAD TWO DIFFERENT COMPARTMENTS FLUSH AND RADIATOR REPLACED.*AK

Jun 22, 2005 Power Train 71,000 mi

DT: BROKE DOWN ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP. THEY SAID THE RADIATOR SEPARATED FROM THE ENGINE, AND TRANSMISSION LEAKED INTO THE ENGINE. HAD TWO DIFFERENT COMPARTMENTS FLUSH AND RADIATOR REPLACED.*AK

Jun 22, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 71,000 mi

DT: BROKE DOWN ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP. THEY SAID THE RADIATOR SEPARATED FROM THE ENGINE, AND TRANSMISSION LEAKED INTO THE ENGINE. HAD TWO DIFFERENT COMPARTMENTS FLUSH AND RADIATOR REPLACED.*AK

Jun 22, 2005 Power Train 71,000 mi

DT: BROKE DOWN ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP. THEY SAID THE RADIATOR SEPARATED FROM THE ENGINE, AND TRANSMISSION LEAKED INTO THE ENGINE. HAD TWO DIFFERENT COMPARTMENTS FLUSH AND RADIATOR REPLACED.*AK

Mar 14, 2005 Air Bags

PARKING MY 2000 DODGE NEON OFF AN ASHPHALT ROAD ONTO GRAVEL DRIVE WAY. I WAS PARKING AT NORMAL SAFE SPEED, AS I PUT THE CAR INTO PARK MY AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON, AND THE CAR SHUT OFF. NOW THE HORN WILL NOT BLOW, AND STEERING IS TIGHTER THAN NORMAL. I CALLED THE DEALERSHIP WHERE I PURCHASED THE CAR, A...

Mar 14, 2005 Electrical System

PARKING MY 2000 DODGE NEON OFF AN ASHPHALT ROAD ONTO GRAVEL DRIVE WAY. I WAS PARKING AT NORMAL SAFE SPEED, AS I PUT THE CAR INTO PARK MY AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON, AND THE CAR SHUT OFF. NOW THE HORN WILL NOT BLOW, AND STEERING IS TIGHTER THAN NORMAL. I CALLED THE DEALERSHIP WHERE I PURCHASED THE CAR, A...

Mar 14, 2005 Air Bags

PARKING MY 2000 DODGE NEON OFF AN ASHPHALT ROAD ONTO GRAVEL DRIVE WAY. I WAS PARKING AT NORMAL SAFE SPEED, AS I PUT THE CAR INTO PARK MY AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON, AND THE CAR SHUT OFF. NOW THE HORN WILL NOT BLOW, AND STEERING IS TIGHTER THAN NORMAL. I CALLED THE DEALERSHIP WHERE I PURCHASED THE CAR, A...

Mar 14, 2005 Electrical System

PARKING MY 2000 DODGE NEON OFF AN ASHPHALT ROAD ONTO GRAVEL DRIVE WAY. I WAS PARKING AT NORMAL SAFE SPEED, AS I PUT THE CAR INTO PARK MY AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON, AND THE CAR SHUT OFF. NOW THE HORN WILL NOT BLOW, AND STEERING IS TIGHTER THAN NORMAL. I CALLED THE DEALERSHIP WHERE I PURCHASED THE CAR, A...

Feb 25, 2005 Latches/locks/linkages 59,000 mi

NO ACCIDENTS HAVE OCCURRED TO THIS VEHICLE. DOOR LOCKS DO NOT RELIABLY OPEN THE DOORS, EITHER MANUALLY OR VIA THE ELECTRIC LOCK BUTTON. THIS CREATES AN UNSAFE SITUATION WHEREBY A PERSON MAY BECOME TRAPPED INSIDE THE CAR. THIS HAS OCCURRED ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS WHERE THE DRIVER HAD TO CRAWL INTO ...

Feb 25, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE DRIVER APPLIED THE BRAKES WHILE BACKING OUT OF THE GARAGE AND THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. THE DRIVER DROVE TO THE DEALER. THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE DRIVER THAT THE BRAKE PADS NEEDED REPLACEMENT. PLEASE PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. *NM

Feb 25, 2005 Latches/locks/linkages 59,000 mi

NO ACCIDENTS HAVE OCCURRED TO THIS VEHICLE. DOOR LOCKS DO NOT RELIABLY OPEN THE DOORS, EITHER MANUALLY OR VIA THE ELECTRIC LOCK BUTTON. THIS CREATES AN UNSAFE SITUATION WHEREBY A PERSON MAY BECOME TRAPPED INSIDE THE CAR. THIS HAS OCCURRED ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS WHERE THE DRIVER HAD TO CRAWL INTO ...

Feb 25, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE DRIVER APPLIED THE BRAKES WHILE BACKING OUT OF THE GARAGE AND THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. THE DRIVER DROVE TO THE DEALER. THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE DRIVER THAT THE BRAKE PADS NEEDED REPLACEMENT. PLEASE PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. *NM

Jan 25, 2005 Structure

WHENEVER IT RAINS, I HAVE A LOT OF WATER ON THE BACK FLOORBOARDS AND TRUNK. SOMETIMES IT'S ABOUT AN INCH OR TWO HIGH. WE'VE TRIED NUMEROUS WAYS TO CONTROL IT OR EVEN TO GET IT DRY SO THAT IT WOULD NOT MILDEW. IT DOES NOT WORK AND IT SMELLS REALLY BAD NOW. IT SEEMS TO BE A FACTORY PROBLEM AND WILL...

Jan 25, 2005 Structure

WHENEVER IT RAINS, I HAVE A LOT OF WATER ON THE BACK FLOORBOARDS AND TRUNK. SOMETIMES IT'S ABOUT AN INCH OR TWO HIGH. WE'VE TRIED NUMEROUS WAYS TO CONTROL IT OR EVEN TO GET IT DRY SO THAT IT WOULD NOT MILDEW. IT DOES NOT WORK AND IT SMELLS REALLY BAD NOW. IT SEEMS TO BE A FACTORY PROBLEM AND WILL...

Jan 13, 2005 Electrical System 74,500 mi

I HAVE HAD THE SAME THING HAPPEN TO TWO DIFFERENT 2000 DODGE NEONS. MY HEADLIGHTS GO OUT AND THEN I HAVE SMOKING AROUND THE STEERING WHEEL. THE WIRING HARNESS TO THE HEADLIGHTS HAS BURNT UP. WHEN I WENT TO THE DEALER THEY SAID IT WAS NOT A RECALL AND MY VEHICLE IS NOT UNDER WARRANTY. IT WILL COST AB...

Jan 13, 2005 Electrical System 74,500 mi

I HAVE HAD THE SAME THING HAPPEN TO TWO DIFFERENT 2000 DODGE NEONS. MY HEADLIGHTS GO OUT AND THEN I HAVE SMOKING AROUND THE STEERING WHEEL. THE WIRING HARNESS TO THE HEADLIGHTS HAS BURNT UP. WHEN I WENT TO THE DEALER THEY SAID IT WAS NOT A RECALL AND MY VEHICLE IS NOT UNDER WARRANTY. IT WILL COST AB...

Jan 10, 2005 Power Train 85,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE IT WOULD NOT MOVE. AFTER CHECKING THE TRANSMISSION FUEL IT WAS LEAKING ONTO THE GROUND. CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE HAD PLENTY OF TRANSMISSION FLUID, AND THAT ALL OF THE FLUIDS HAD RECENTLY BEEN CHECKED AND CHANGED IF NEEDED.*AK

Jan 10, 2005 Power Train 85,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE IT WOULD NOT MOVE. AFTER CHECKING THE TRANSMISSION FUEL IT WAS LEAKING ONTO THE GROUND. CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE HAD PLENTY OF TRANSMISSION FLUID, AND THAT ALL OF THE FLUIDS HAD RECENTLY BEEN CHECKED AND CHANGED IF NEEDED.*AK

Jan 4, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE TRAVELING AT ABOUT 40 MPH ALL OF A SUDDEN THE BRAKES LOCKED UP AND DID NOT OPERATE. VEHICLE SPINNED OUT THE ROAD BEFORE COMING TO A STOP. CONSUMER WILL CONTACT MANUFACTURER.*AK

Jan 4, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE TRAVELING AT ABOUT 40 MPH ALL OF A SUDDEN THE BRAKES LOCKED UP AND DID NOT OPERATE. VEHICLE SPINNED OUT THE ROAD BEFORE COMING TO A STOP. CONSUMER WILL CONTACT MANUFACTURER.*AK

Dec 22, 2004 Exterior Lighting

THE CONSUMER STATED THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH FAILED. THE CONSUMER LOOKED UNDER THE STEERING COLUMN AND NOTICED THAT THE SWITCH WIRE HAD BURNED.*JB

Dec 22, 2004 Exterior Lighting

THE CONSUMER STATED THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH FAILED. THE CONSUMER LOOKED UNDER THE STEERING COLUMN AND NOTICED THAT THE SWITCH WIRE HAD BURNED.*JB

Dec 13, 2004 Electrical System 31,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING. THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY SHUTS DOWN. THE CONSUMER STATES THE BATTERY HAS BEEN CHANGED IN THE VEHICLE SEVEN TIMES. CONTINUOUSLY. CONSUMER HAS CONTACT THE DEALER. HOWEVER, THE PROBLEM STILL EXIST. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.

Dec 13, 2004 Electrical System 31,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING. THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY SHUTS DOWN. THE CONSUMER STATES THE BATTERY HAS BEEN CHANGED IN THE VEHICLE SEVEN TIMES. CONTINUOUSLY. CONSUMER HAS CONTACT THE DEALER. HOWEVER, THE PROBLEM STILL EXIST. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.

Dec 9, 2004 Air Bags 76,250 mi

THE WORD "AIRBAG" STAYED RED. MY LOCAL MECHANIC SAID THE AIR BAG WOULD NOT DEPLOY IN A CRASH. HE DID NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR. AS RAIN WATER IS LEAKING INTO THE TRUNK AND FROM THERE INTO THE FLOOR OF THE BACK SEAT I WONDERED IF THE WATER SEEPED INTO THE CIRCUITRY. I DID NOT HAVE TIME TO BRING TO TH...

Dec 9, 2004 Air Bags 76,250 mi

THE WORD "AIRBAG" STAYED RED. MY LOCAL MECHANIC SAID THE AIR BAG WOULD NOT DEPLOY IN A CRASH. HE DID NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR. AS RAIN WATER IS LEAKING INTO THE TRUNK AND FROM THERE INTO THE FLOOR OF THE BACK SEAT I WONDERED IF THE WATER SEEPED INTO THE CIRCUITRY. I DID NOT HAVE TIME TO BRING TO TH...

Nov 26, 2004 Power Train 71,000 mi

2000 DODGE NEON-I HAVE HAD THIS CAR FOR 5 YEARS AND USE IT SOLELY FOR COMMUTING TO AND FROM WORK. I AM A CAREFUL DRIVER AND DO NOT ABUSE THIS VEHICLE. *AK DURING THESE 5 YRS I HAVE HAD THE FOLLOWING WORK ON THIS CAR; REPLACED THE BRAKES TWICE WITHIN THE FIRST 2 YRS REPLACED THE BATTERY 3 TIME...

Nov 26, 2004 Tires 71,000 mi

2000 DODGE NEON-I HAVE HAD THIS CAR FOR 5 YEARS AND USE IT SOLELY FOR COMMUTING TO AND FROM WORK. I AM A CAREFUL DRIVER AND DO NOT ABUSE THIS VEHICLE. *AK DURING THESE 5 YRS I HAVE HAD THE FOLLOWING WORK ON THIS CAR; REPLACED THE BRAKES TWICE WITHIN THE FIRST 2 YRS REPLACED THE BATTERY 3 TIME...

Nov 26, 2004 Equipment 71,000 mi

2000 DODGE NEON-I HAVE HAD THIS CAR FOR 5 YEARS AND USE IT SOLELY FOR COMMUTING TO AND FROM WORK. I AM A CAREFUL DRIVER AND DO NOT ABUSE THIS VEHICLE. *AK DURING THESE 5 YRS I HAVE HAD THE FOLLOWING WORK ON THIS CAR; REPLACED THE BRAKES TWICE WITHIN THE FIRST 2 YRS REPLACED THE BATTERY 3 TIME...

Nov 26, 2004 Power Train 71,000 mi

2000 DODGE NEON-I HAVE HAD THIS CAR FOR 5 YEARS AND USE IT SOLELY FOR COMMUTING TO AND FROM WORK. I AM A CAREFUL DRIVER AND DO NOT ABUSE THIS VEHICLE. *AK DURING THESE 5 YRS I HAVE HAD THE FOLLOWING WORK ON THIS CAR; REPLACED THE BRAKES TWICE WITHIN THE FIRST 2 YRS REPLACED THE BATTERY 3 TIME...

Nov 26, 2004 Tires 71,000 mi

2000 DODGE NEON-I HAVE HAD THIS CAR FOR 5 YEARS AND USE IT SOLELY FOR COMMUTING TO AND FROM WORK. I AM A CAREFUL DRIVER AND DO NOT ABUSE THIS VEHICLE. *AK DURING THESE 5 YRS I HAVE HAD THE FOLLOWING WORK ON THIS CAR; REPLACED THE BRAKES TWICE WITHIN THE FIRST 2 YRS REPLACED THE BATTERY 3 TIME...

Nov 26, 2004 Equipment 71,000 mi

2000 DODGE NEON-I HAVE HAD THIS CAR FOR 5 YEARS AND USE IT SOLELY FOR COMMUTING TO AND FROM WORK. I AM A CAREFUL DRIVER AND DO NOT ABUSE THIS VEHICLE. *AK DURING THESE 5 YRS I HAVE HAD THE FOLLOWING WORK ON THIS CAR; REPLACED THE BRAKES TWICE WITHIN THE FIRST 2 YRS REPLACED THE BATTERY 3 TIME...

Nov 16, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH VEHICLE STALLED. VEHICLE WAS LEAKING FLUID. CONSUMER COULD NOT RESTART VEHICLE, AND HAD IT TOWED TO DEALER FOR INSPECTION. MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE RADIATOR WAS CRACKED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Nov 16, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH VEHICLE STALLED. VEHICLE WAS LEAKING FLUID. CONSUMER COULD NOT RESTART VEHICLE, AND HAD IT TOWED TO DEALER FOR INSPECTION. MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE RADIATOR WAS CRACKED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Nov 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 60,000 mi

THE HEAD GASKET LEAKED OIL ONTO THE GROUND. *JB *SC

Nov 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 60,000 mi

THE HEAD GASKET LEAKED OIL ONTO THE GROUND. *JB *SC

Nov 8, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 34,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH ENGINE STALLED. AS A RESULT, VEHICLE HAD TO BE TOWED TO THE NEAREST DEALERSHIP. *AK

Nov 8, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 34,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH ENGINE STALLED. AS A RESULT, VEHICLE HAD TO BE TOWED TO THE NEAREST DEALERSHIP. *AK

Oct 1, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 56,875 mi

WHILE DRIVING FLUID LEAKED OUT OF THE RADIATOR. AFTER HAVING T HE VEHICLE TOWED IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT RADIATOR WAS DEFECTIVE. MECHANIC STATED THIS PROBLEM OCCURRED OFTEN.*AK

Oct 1, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 56,875 mi

WHILE DRIVING FLUID LEAKED OUT OF THE RADIATOR. AFTER HAVING T HE VEHICLE TOWED IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT RADIATOR WAS DEFECTIVE. MECHANIC STATED THIS PROBLEM OCCURRED OFTEN.*AK

Sep 28, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 66,841 mi

THE CAM SENSOR LEAKED OIL. THE HEAD GASKET ALSO LEAKED OIL. THE CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND WAS TOLD THAT THE VEHICLE WAS HAVING A LEAKING PROBLEM. *AK *NM

Sep 28, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 66,841 mi

THE CAM SENSOR LEAKED OIL. THE HEAD GASKET ALSO LEAKED OIL. THE CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND WAS TOLD THAT THE VEHICLE WAS HAVING A LEAKING PROBLEM. *AK *NM

Sep 8, 2004 Steering 630,000 mi

WHILE PULLING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE FRONT TIE RODS BROKE.AS A RESULT, DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE TWISTED INWARD. *AK

Sep 8, 2004 Steering 630,000 mi

WHILE PULLING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE FRONT TIE RODS BROKE.AS A RESULT, DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE TWISTED INWARD. *AK

Sep 1, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 31,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH VEHICLE STALLED. CONSUMER PULLED OVER AND RESTARTED THE VEHICLE. DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK

Sep 1, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 31,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH VEHICLE STALLED. CONSUMER PULLED OVER AND RESTARTED THE VEHICLE. DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK

Aug 10, 2004 Tires

WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 35-40 MPH CONSUMER HEARD A CLICKING AND BUMPING NOISE. SHE PULLED TO THE SIDE, GOT OUT, AND NOTHING APPEARED TO BE WRONG. SHE WENT BACK INTO THE VEHICLE AND DROVE ON THE HIGHWAY AND SAME NOISE STARTED, BUT JUST A LITTLE LOUDER THEN, CONSUMER PULLED OFF INTO A DRIVEWAY, GO...

Aug 10, 2004 Tires

WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 35-40 MPH CONSUMER HEARD A CLICKING AND BUMPING NOISE. SHE PULLED TO THE SIDE, GOT OUT, AND NOTHING APPEARED TO BE WRONG. SHE WENT BACK INTO THE VEHICLE AND DROVE ON THE HIGHWAY AND SAME NOISE STARTED, BUT JUST A LITTLE LOUDER THEN, CONSUMER PULLED OFF INTO A DRIVEWAY, GO...

Jul 23, 2004 Steering

PROBLEMS WITH AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ON DODGE NEON 2000. *MR THE LIGHT WAS INTERMITTENT AND WOULD BEEP EVERYTIME THE CONSUMER WOULD MAKE A TURN. RECALL# 99V043000. *SC THE TIE RODS HAD TO BE REPLACED. WHEN THE CONSUMER TURNED THE AIR CONDITION ON, THE VEHICLE FELT AS THOUGH IT WAS GOING T...

Jul 23, 2004 Electrical System

PROBLEMS WITH AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ON DODGE NEON 2000. *MR THE LIGHT WAS INTERMITTENT AND WOULD BEEP EVERYTIME THE CONSUMER WOULD MAKE A TURN. RECALL# 99V043000. *SC THE TIE RODS HAD TO BE REPLACED. WHEN THE CONSUMER TURNED THE AIR CONDITION ON, THE VEHICLE FELT AS THOUGH IT WAS GOING T...

Jul 23, 2004 Air Bags

PROBLEMS WITH AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ON DODGE NEON 2000. *MR THE LIGHT WAS INTERMITTENT AND WOULD BEEP EVERYTIME THE CONSUMER WOULD MAKE A TURN. RECALL# 99V043000. *SC THE TIE RODS HAD TO BE REPLACED. WHEN THE CONSUMER TURNED THE AIR CONDITION ON, THE VEHICLE FELT AS THOUGH IT WAS GOING T...

Jul 23, 2004 Steering

PROBLEMS WITH AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ON DODGE NEON 2000. *MR THE LIGHT WAS INTERMITTENT AND WOULD BEEP EVERYTIME THE CONSUMER WOULD MAKE A TURN. RECALL# 99V043000. *SC THE TIE RODS HAD TO BE REPLACED. WHEN THE CONSUMER TURNED THE AIR CONDITION ON, THE VEHICLE FELT AS THOUGH IT WAS GOING T...

Jul 23, 2004 Electrical System

PROBLEMS WITH AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ON DODGE NEON 2000. *MR THE LIGHT WAS INTERMITTENT AND WOULD BEEP EVERYTIME THE CONSUMER WOULD MAKE A TURN. RECALL# 99V043000. *SC THE TIE RODS HAD TO BE REPLACED. WHEN THE CONSUMER TURNED THE AIR CONDITION ON, THE VEHICLE FELT AS THOUGH IT WAS GOING T...

Jul 23, 2004 Air Bags

PROBLEMS WITH AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ON DODGE NEON 2000. *MR THE LIGHT WAS INTERMITTENT AND WOULD BEEP EVERYTIME THE CONSUMER WOULD MAKE A TURN. RECALL# 99V043000. *SC THE TIE RODS HAD TO BE REPLACED. WHEN THE CONSUMER TURNED THE AIR CONDITION ON, THE VEHICLE FELT AS THOUGH IT WAS GOING T...

Jul 6, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 30,500 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH CONSUMER HEARD A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. TOOK VEHICLE TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP, AND MECHANIC REPLACED BOTH REAR BRAKES. *AK

Jul 6, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 30,500 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH CONSUMER HEARD A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. TOOK VEHICLE TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP, AND MECHANIC REPLACED BOTH REAR BRAKES. *AK

Jun 21, 2004 Steering 62,000 mi

RIGHT FRONT TIE ROD BROKEN. 2000 DODGE NEON, 62,000 MILES. NO PRIOR DAMAGE TO THE FRONT END.*AK

Jun 21, 2004 Steering 62,000 mi

RIGHT FRONT TIE ROD BROKEN. 2000 DODGE NEON, 62,000 MILES. NO PRIOR DAMAGE TO THE FRONT END.*AK

Jun 16, 2004 Electrical System Fire 37,000 mi

I OWNED A 2000 DODGE NEON. I LAST DROVE THE VEHICLE ON MAY 25, 2004 AND IT HAD BEEN PARKED OUTSIDE MY APARTMENT SINCE THAT TIME. ACCORDING TO THE POLICE REPORT, ON MAY 27, 2004 AT ABOUT 2:45AM MY CAR WHILE PARKED OUTSIDE MY APARTMENT CAUGHT ON FIRE. I WAS UNAWARE OF THIS AND WAS ASLEEP IN MY APARTME...

Jun 16, 2004 Electrical System Fire 37,000 mi

I OWNED A 2000 DODGE NEON. I LAST DROVE THE VEHICLE ON MAY 25, 2004 AND IT HAD BEEN PARKED OUTSIDE MY APARTMENT SINCE THAT TIME. ACCORDING TO THE POLICE REPORT, ON MAY 27, 2004 AT ABOUT 2:45AM MY CAR WHILE PARKED OUTSIDE MY APARTMENT CAUGHT ON FIRE. I WAS UNAWARE OF THIS AND WAS ASLEEP IN MY APARTME...

Jun 5, 2004 Suspension 77,435 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE CAR YOU CAN HEAR BANGING UNDER THE FRONT CHASIS. THE SWAY BAR LINKS HAVE BEEN BREAKING FROM THE SWAY BAR. TWICE THEY HAVE BEEN REPLACED BY THE DEALER AT MY COST. THE THIRD TIME THEY REPAIR AT NO COST. I HAVE REPLACED TWO LINKS ON THE RIGHT AND TWO ON THE LEFT SIDE. THE FIRST T...

Jun 5, 2004 Suspension 77,435 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE CAR YOU CAN HEAR BANGING UNDER THE FRONT CHASIS. THE SWAY BAR LINKS HAVE BEEN BREAKING FROM THE SWAY BAR. TWICE THEY HAVE BEEN REPLACED BY THE DEALER AT MY COST. THE THIRD TIME THEY REPAIR AT NO COST. I HAVE REPLACED TWO LINKS ON THE RIGHT AND TWO ON THE LEFT SIDE. THE FIRST T...

May 26, 2004 Suspension

WHILE STARTING UP THE VEHICLE THE SRS LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE DASHBOARD AND REMAINED ON. THE HORN ALSO MALFUNCTIONED. THE DRIVER DROVE THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE DRIVER THAT THE COIL SPRING NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATIO...

May 26, 2004 Suspension

WHILE STARTING UP THE VEHICLE THE SRS LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE DASHBOARD AND REMAINED ON. THE HORN ALSO MALFUNCTIONED. THE DRIVER DROVE THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE DRIVER THAT THE COIL SPRING NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATIO...

May 12, 2004 Steering 51,500 mi

HAD STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN,WAS PROCEDING THRU INTERSECTION WHEN THERE WAS A LOUD "BANG"AND IT FELT AS IF SOMETHING HAD FALLEN OFF THE CAR.STOPPED VEHICLE AND GAVE IT AN EXTERIOR INSPECTION THAT FOUND 1 TIRE POINTING IN THE THE EXPECTED DIRECTION AND THE DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE POINTING OFF IN A DIFFERENT...

May 12, 2004 Steering 51,500 mi

HAD STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN,WAS PROCEDING THRU INTERSECTION WHEN THERE WAS A LOUD "BANG"AND IT FELT AS IF SOMETHING HAD FALLEN OFF THE CAR.STOPPED VEHICLE AND GAVE IT AN EXTERIOR INSPECTION THAT FOUND 1 TIRE POINTING IN THE THE EXPECTED DIRECTION AND THE DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE POINTING OFF IN A DIFFERENT...

Apr 7, 2004 Suspension

THE RECALL THAT NHTSA SET IN MAY OF 1999 FOR THE LOWER CONTROL ARMS OF THE 2000 DODGE NEON WAS NOT APPLIED TO ALL 2000 DODGE NEONS. THE DEFECTIVE LOWER CONTROL ARMS ARE ON MY CAR, AND I WAS NEVER NOTIFIED, NOR SENT THE RECALL NOTICE. MY VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED. THE LOWER CONTROL ARMS ON BOTH SIDES O...

Apr 7, 2004 Suspension

THE RECALL THAT NHTSA SET IN MAY OF 1999 FOR THE LOWER CONTROL ARMS OF THE 2000 DODGE NEON WAS NOT APPLIED TO ALL 2000 DODGE NEONS. THE DEFECTIVE LOWER CONTROL ARMS ARE ON MY CAR, AND I WAS NEVER NOTIFIED, NOR SENT THE RECALL NOTICE. MY VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED. THE LOWER CONTROL ARMS ON BOTH SIDES O...

Apr 6, 2004 Structure 42,000 mi

THE CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE IN TO A MECHANIC FOR A ROUTINE CHECK. THE MECHANIC NOTICED THAT THE FRAME THAT HOLDS THE TRANSMISSION AND ENGINE IS BREAKING DOWN. *MR

Apr 6, 2004 Structure 42,000 mi

THE CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE IN TO A MECHANIC FOR A ROUTINE CHECK. THE MECHANIC NOTICED THAT THE FRAME THAT HOLDS THE TRANSMISSION AND ENGINE IS BREAKING DOWN. *MR

Apr 2, 2004 Air Bags Crash

WHEN SLIDING ON ICE I WENT INTO THE DITCH AT APPROX 30 MPH. THE VEHICLE PICKED UP SPEED DURING THE SLIDE. THE DITCH WAS STEEP BUT NARROW. MY FRONT END HIT THE OTHER SIDE OF THE DITCH CAUSING $6000 FRONT END DAMAGE. NEITHER PASSENGER OR DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED! MY SEATBELT DID NOT LATCH!! ...

Apr 2, 2004 Seat Belts Crash

WHEN SLIDING ON ICE I WENT INTO THE DITCH AT APPROX 30 MPH. THE VEHICLE PICKED UP SPEED DURING THE SLIDE. THE DITCH WAS STEEP BUT NARROW. MY FRONT END HIT THE OTHER SIDE OF THE DITCH CAUSING $6000 FRONT END DAMAGE. NEITHER PASSENGER OR DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED! MY SEATBELT DID NOT LATCH!! ...

Apr 2, 2004 Air Bags Crash

WHEN SLIDING ON ICE I WENT INTO THE DITCH AT APPROX 30 MPH. THE VEHICLE PICKED UP SPEED DURING THE SLIDE. THE DITCH WAS STEEP BUT NARROW. MY FRONT END HIT THE OTHER SIDE OF THE DITCH CAUSING $6000 FRONT END DAMAGE. NEITHER PASSENGER OR DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED! MY SEATBELT DID NOT LATCH!! ...

Apr 2, 2004 Seat Belts Crash

WHEN SLIDING ON ICE I WENT INTO THE DITCH AT APPROX 30 MPH. THE VEHICLE PICKED UP SPEED DURING THE SLIDE. THE DITCH WAS STEEP BUT NARROW. MY FRONT END HIT THE OTHER SIDE OF THE DITCH CAUSING $6000 FRONT END DAMAGE. NEITHER PASSENGER OR DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED! MY SEATBELT DID NOT LATCH!! ...

Mar 31, 2004 Suspension 55,500 mi

LOWER CONTROL ARM FELL OFF. THIS WAS DUE TO THE PIVOT TUBE AND ARM NOT BEING PROPERLY WELDED. DEALER STATED THAT CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WAS 10 DAYS PAST THE RECALL DATE. DEALER WILL NOT FIX IT. *AK

Mar 31, 2004 Suspension 55,500 mi

LOWER CONTROL ARM FELL OFF. THIS WAS DUE TO THE PIVOT TUBE AND ARM NOT BEING PROPERLY WELDED. DEALER STATED THAT CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WAS 10 DAYS PAST THE RECALL DATE. DEALER WILL NOT FIX IT. *AK

Mar 24, 2004 Unknown Or Other

I HAVE NOT RECEIVED ANY RECALL NOTICES SINCE PURCHASING MY CAR USED WITH 12,000 MILES ON IT FROM A 5 STAR DEALERSHIP. *JB

Mar 24, 2004 Unknown Or Other

I HAVE NOT RECEIVED ANY RECALL NOTICES SINCE PURCHASING MY CAR USED WITH 12,000 MILES ON IT FROM A 5 STAR DEALERSHIP. *JB

Mar 21, 2004 Power Train

ON NUMEROUS INSTANCES MY CLUTCH WOULD STICK, AFTER DEPRESSING ONE MORE TIME IT WAS RELEASED. THIS CONTINUED, UNTIL FINALLY IT REMAINED STUCK WITH ME IN THE MIDDLE OF AN INTERSECTION. THIS CONDITION THEN REQUIRED A FULL REPLACEMENT OF THE CLUTCH SYSTEM, ALTHOUGH IT WAS THE FAULTY CLUTCH CABLE WHICH...

Mar 21, 2004 Power Train

ON NUMEROUS INSTANCES MY CLUTCH WOULD STICK, AFTER DEPRESSING ONE MORE TIME IT WAS RELEASED. THIS CONTINUED, UNTIL FINALLY IT REMAINED STUCK WITH ME IN THE MIDDLE OF AN INTERSECTION. THIS CONDITION THEN REQUIRED A FULL REPLACEMENT OF THE CLUTCH SYSTEM, ALTHOUGH IT WAS THE FAULTY CLUTCH CABLE WHICH...

Mar 10, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling

COUPLE ISSUES, FAULTY REPAIR DONE TO MY CAR FOR AN ANTIFREEZE LEAK, DEALER REPAIRED THERMOSTAT AND CAR STILL LEAKED. ANOTHER DEALER TOLD ME THAT SOURCE OF LEAK WAS THE HEAD GASKET, KNOWN ISSUE WITH THESE VEHICLES, CURRENTLY A CLASS SUIT OUT ON IT.*AK

Mar 10, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling

COUPLE ISSUES, FAULTY REPAIR DONE TO MY CAR FOR AN ANTIFREEZE LEAK, DEALER REPAIRED THERMOSTAT AND CAR STILL LEAKED. ANOTHER DEALER TOLD ME THAT SOURCE OF LEAK WAS THE HEAD GASKET, KNOWN ISSUE WITH THESE VEHICLES, CURRENTLY A CLASS SUIT OUT ON IT.*AK

Mar 8, 2004 Suspension 60,000 mi

CONSUME RCOMPLAINED ABOUT A FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM PROBLEM. CONSUMER CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER, AND THERE WAS A RECALL ON THIS MAKE, MODEL, AND YEAR. HOWEVER, THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL DUE TO VIN. *AK

Mar 8, 2004 Suspension 60,000 mi

CONSUME RCOMPLAINED ABOUT A FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM PROBLEM. CONSUMER CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER, AND THERE WAS A RECALL ON THIS MAKE, MODEL, AND YEAR. HOWEVER, THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL DUE TO VIN. *AK

Mar 3, 2004 Air Bags 60,000 mi

WHEN THE ENGINE IS STARTED AIR BAG LIGHT COMES ON AND STAYS ON. WHEN AIR BAG LIGHT COMES ON HORN AND CRUISE CONTROL DO NOT WORK. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, WHO DETERMINED THAT A NEW CLOCK SPRING WAS NEEDED. *AK THE CONSUMER BELIEVES THE MANUFACTURER SHOULD BE RESPONSIBLE FOR REPLACING TH...

Mar 3, 2004 Air Bags 60,000 mi

WHEN THE ENGINE IS STARTED AIR BAG LIGHT COMES ON AND STAYS ON. WHEN AIR BAG LIGHT COMES ON HORN AND CRUISE CONTROL DO NOT WORK. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, WHO DETERMINED THAT A NEW CLOCK SPRING WAS NEEDED. *AK THE CONSUMER BELIEVES THE MANUFACTURER SHOULD BE RESPONSIBLE FOR REPLACING TH...

Mar 2, 2004 Air Bags 54,000 mi

I HAVE A DODGE NEON 2000. ON THE MORNING OF JANUARY 29, 2004, MY AIRBAG SIGNAL APPEARED WITH A RINGING NOISE FOR A BRIEF MOMENT. LATER THAT DAY, THE SIGNAL BEGAN TO APPEAR MORE OFTEN WHEN TURNING MY STEERING WHEEL. THE FOLLOWING MORNING, I HAD THE DEALERSHIP TO DIAGNOSE THE PROBLEM. I WAS LATER INF...

Mar 2, 2004 Air Bags 54,000 mi

I HAVE A DODGE NEON 2000. ON THE MORNING OF JANUARY 29, 2004, MY AIRBAG SIGNAL APPEARED WITH A RINGING NOISE FOR A BRIEF MOMENT. LATER THAT DAY, THE SIGNAL BEGAN TO APPEAR MORE OFTEN WHEN TURNING MY STEERING WHEEL. THE FOLLOWING MORNING, I HAD THE DEALERSHIP TO DIAGNOSE THE PROBLEM. I WAS LATER INF...

Feb 19, 2004 Suspension 40,120 mi

WHILE DRIVING THERE WAS SEVERE VIBRATION IN THE FRONT END. THE CONSUMER HAD TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO AN INDEPENDENT SHOP WHERE THE MECHANIC REPLACED THE LEFT AND RIGHT WHEEL BEARINGS. *AK (IT WAS TURNING BLUE PER CONSUMER) *SC

Feb 19, 2004 Suspension 40,120 mi

WHILE DRIVING THERE WAS SEVERE VIBRATION IN THE FRONT END. THE CONSUMER HAD TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO AN INDEPENDENT SHOP WHERE THE MECHANIC REPLACED THE LEFT AND RIGHT WHEEL BEARINGS. *AK (IT WAS TURNING BLUE PER CONSUMER) *SC

Feb 10, 2004 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER'S VEHICLE REAR ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE AT 25 MPH. THE IMPACT BENT THE HOOD AND CRACKED THE WINDSHIELD. UPON IMPACT, NONE OF THE VEHICLES AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. *AK

Feb 10, 2004 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER'S VEHICLE REAR ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE AT 25 MPH. THE IMPACT BENT THE HOOD AND CRACKED THE WINDSHIELD. UPON IMPACT, NONE OF THE VEHICLES AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. *AK

Jan 17, 2004 Power Train 84,800 mi

SEE COMPLAINT 10053281 FOR INITIAL BACK ROUND INFO. RADIATOR REPLACED DUE TO COOLANT TRANSMISSION BLOW-OUT. THAT COST ME $500. THEN WHEN THE 5 STAR DEALER TESTED THE CAR, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. DEALER WANTED 600 JUST TO INVESTIGATE AND SAID THAT IT COULD COST AS MUCH AS $2,500 ADDL TO REPLACE. ...

Jan 17, 2004 Power Train 84,800 mi

SEE COMPLAINT 10053281 FOR INITIAL BACK ROUND INFO. RADIATOR REPLACED DUE TO COOLANT TRANSMISSION BLOW-OUT. THAT COST ME $500. THEN WHEN THE 5 STAR DEALER TESTED THE CAR, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. DEALER WANTED 600 JUST TO INVESTIGATE AND SAID THAT IT COULD COST AS MUCH AS $2,500 ADDL TO REPLACE. ...

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 84,800 mi

TRANS DIED IN MIDDLE OF ROAD. DEALER CLAIMS I NEED A NEW RADIATOR TO REPAIR. NOW I READ HERE THAT THIS SEEMS TO BE RE OCCURRING. ALSO, MECHANIC FROM ANOTHER DEALER I CALLED INDICATED THAT THIS WAS THE THIRD HE HAS SEEN IN THE PAST 2 WEEKS. THIS WILL COST ME $ 500 FOR RADIATOR REPLACEMENT. PLEASE HEL...

Jan 15, 2004 Air Bags 31 mi

NO POWER TO RADIO, LIGHTS, LOCKS, SUNROOF. NON WORKING AIRBAG MOSULE.

Jan 15, 2004 Equipment 31 mi

NO POWER TO RADIO, LIGHTS, LOCKS, SUNROOF. NON WORKING AIRBAG MOSULE.

Jan 15, 2004 Visibility 31 mi

NO POWER TO RADIO, LIGHTS, LOCKS, SUNROOF. NON WORKING AIRBAG MOSULE.

Jan 15, 2004 Electrical System 31 mi

NO POWER TO RADIO, LIGHTS, LOCKS, SUNROOF. NON WORKING AIRBAG MOSULE.

Jan 15, 2004 Exterior Lighting 31 mi

NO POWER TO RADIO, LIGHTS, LOCKS, SUNROOF. NON WORKING AIRBAG MOSULE.

Jan 15, 2004 Visibility Crash 44,000 mi

BOUGHT CAR FROM FATHER IN LAW, HE BOUGHT THE CAR NEW. HE HAD NO PROBLEMS WITH IT.SOON AFTER I BOUGHT FROM HIM IN 2000(IT WAS STILL NEW!),POWER WINDOWS QUIT WORKING THEN STARTED WORKING AGAIN.CRUISE CONTROL WENT OUT, STILL DONT WORK. FRONT END CRASH 2003 MAY, 4783.45 IN DAMAGE, AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY...

Jan 15, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 44,000 mi

BOUGHT CAR FROM FATHER IN LAW, HE BOUGHT THE CAR NEW. HE HAD NO PROBLEMS WITH IT.SOON AFTER I BOUGHT FROM HIM IN 2000(IT WAS STILL NEW!),POWER WINDOWS QUIT WORKING THEN STARTED WORKING AGAIN.CRUISE CONTROL WENT OUT, STILL DONT WORK. FRONT END CRASH 2003 MAY, 4783.45 IN DAMAGE, AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY...

Jan 15, 2004 Visibility Crash 44,000 mi

BOUGHT CAR FROM FATHER IN LAW, HE BOUGHT THE CAR NEW. HE HAD NO PROBLEMS WITH IT.SOON AFTER I BOUGHT FROM HIM IN 2000(IT WAS STILL NEW!),POWER WINDOWS QUIT WORKING THEN STARTED WORKING AGAIN.CRUISE CONTROL WENT OUT, STILL DONT WORK. FRONT END CRASH 2003 MAY, 4783.45 IN DAMAGE, AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY...

Jan 15, 2004 Structure Crash 44,000 mi

BOUGHT CAR FROM FATHER IN LAW, HE BOUGHT THE CAR NEW. HE HAD NO PROBLEMS WITH IT.SOON AFTER I BOUGHT FROM HIM IN 2000(IT WAS STILL NEW!),POWER WINDOWS QUIT WORKING THEN STARTED WORKING AGAIN.CRUISE CONTROL WENT OUT, STILL DONT WORK. FRONT END CRASH 2003 MAY, 4783.45 IN DAMAGE, AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY...

Jan 15, 2004 Air Bags Crash 44,000 mi

BOUGHT CAR FROM FATHER IN LAW, HE BOUGHT THE CAR NEW. HE HAD NO PROBLEMS WITH IT.SOON AFTER I BOUGHT FROM HIM IN 2000(IT WAS STILL NEW!),POWER WINDOWS QUIT WORKING THEN STARTED WORKING AGAIN.CRUISE CONTROL WENT OUT, STILL DONT WORK. FRONT END CRASH 2003 MAY, 4783.45 IN DAMAGE, AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY...

Jan 15, 2004 Electrical System Crash 44,000 mi

BOUGHT CAR FROM FATHER IN LAW, HE BOUGHT THE CAR NEW. HE HAD NO PROBLEMS WITH IT.SOON AFTER I BOUGHT FROM HIM IN 2000(IT WAS STILL NEW!),POWER WINDOWS QUIT WORKING THEN STARTED WORKING AGAIN.CRUISE CONTROL WENT OUT, STILL DONT WORK. FRONT END CRASH 2003 MAY, 4783.45 IN DAMAGE, AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY...

Jan 15, 2004 Unknown Or Other 91,223 mi

THE CAR WAS BOUGHT IN MARCH OF 2003 AND 2 WEEKS LATER WE HAD A WINDSHIELD REPLACED . SINCE THAT TIME WHEN EVER WE HAVE HEAVY RAINFALL WATER LEAKS IN ON THE PASSENGER SIDE COMING IN THROUGH THE HEATING VENT . ALL BASIS HAVE BEEN COVERED CONCERNING THE WINDSHIELD REPLACEMENT. WE THOUGHT IT WAS AN IMPR...

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 84,800 mi

TRANS DIED IN MIDDLE OF ROAD. DEALER CLAIMS I NEED A NEW RADIATOR TO REPAIR. NOW I READ HERE THAT THIS SEEMS TO BE RE OCCURRING. ALSO, MECHANIC FROM ANOTHER DEALER I CALLED INDICATED THAT THIS WAS THE THIRD HE HAS SEEN IN THE PAST 2 WEEKS. THIS WILL COST ME $ 500 FOR RADIATOR REPLACEMENT. PLEASE HEL...

Jan 15, 2004 Air Bags 31 mi

NO POWER TO RADIO, LIGHTS, LOCKS, SUNROOF. NON WORKING AIRBAG MOSULE.

Jan 15, 2004 Equipment 31 mi

NO POWER TO RADIO, LIGHTS, LOCKS, SUNROOF. NON WORKING AIRBAG MOSULE.

Jan 15, 2004 Visibility 31 mi

NO POWER TO RADIO, LIGHTS, LOCKS, SUNROOF. NON WORKING AIRBAG MOSULE.

Jan 15, 2004 Electrical System 31 mi

NO POWER TO RADIO, LIGHTS, LOCKS, SUNROOF. NON WORKING AIRBAG MOSULE.

Jan 15, 2004 Exterior Lighting 31 mi

NO POWER TO RADIO, LIGHTS, LOCKS, SUNROOF. NON WORKING AIRBAG MOSULE.

Jan 15, 2004 Visibility Crash 44,000 mi

BOUGHT CAR FROM FATHER IN LAW, HE BOUGHT THE CAR NEW. HE HAD NO PROBLEMS WITH IT.SOON AFTER I BOUGHT FROM HIM IN 2000(IT WAS STILL NEW!),POWER WINDOWS QUIT WORKING THEN STARTED WORKING AGAIN.CRUISE CONTROL WENT OUT, STILL DONT WORK. FRONT END CRASH 2003 MAY, 4783.45 IN DAMAGE, AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY...

Jan 15, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 44,000 mi

BOUGHT CAR FROM FATHER IN LAW, HE BOUGHT THE CAR NEW. HE HAD NO PROBLEMS WITH IT.SOON AFTER I BOUGHT FROM HIM IN 2000(IT WAS STILL NEW!),POWER WINDOWS QUIT WORKING THEN STARTED WORKING AGAIN.CRUISE CONTROL WENT OUT, STILL DONT WORK. FRONT END CRASH 2003 MAY, 4783.45 IN DAMAGE, AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY...

Jan 15, 2004 Visibility Crash 44,000 mi

BOUGHT CAR FROM FATHER IN LAW, HE BOUGHT THE CAR NEW. HE HAD NO PROBLEMS WITH IT.SOON AFTER I BOUGHT FROM HIM IN 2000(IT WAS STILL NEW!),POWER WINDOWS QUIT WORKING THEN STARTED WORKING AGAIN.CRUISE CONTROL WENT OUT, STILL DONT WORK. FRONT END CRASH 2003 MAY, 4783.45 IN DAMAGE, AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY...

Jan 15, 2004 Structure Crash 44,000 mi

BOUGHT CAR FROM FATHER IN LAW, HE BOUGHT THE CAR NEW. HE HAD NO PROBLEMS WITH IT.SOON AFTER I BOUGHT FROM HIM IN 2000(IT WAS STILL NEW!),POWER WINDOWS QUIT WORKING THEN STARTED WORKING AGAIN.CRUISE CONTROL WENT OUT, STILL DONT WORK. FRONT END CRASH 2003 MAY, 4783.45 IN DAMAGE, AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY...

Jan 15, 2004 Air Bags Crash 44,000 mi

BOUGHT CAR FROM FATHER IN LAW, HE BOUGHT THE CAR NEW. HE HAD NO PROBLEMS WITH IT.SOON AFTER I BOUGHT FROM HIM IN 2000(IT WAS STILL NEW!),POWER WINDOWS QUIT WORKING THEN STARTED WORKING AGAIN.CRUISE CONTROL WENT OUT, STILL DONT WORK. FRONT END CRASH 2003 MAY, 4783.45 IN DAMAGE, AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY...

Jan 15, 2004 Electrical System Crash 44,000 mi

BOUGHT CAR FROM FATHER IN LAW, HE BOUGHT THE CAR NEW. HE HAD NO PROBLEMS WITH IT.SOON AFTER I BOUGHT FROM HIM IN 2000(IT WAS STILL NEW!),POWER WINDOWS QUIT WORKING THEN STARTED WORKING AGAIN.CRUISE CONTROL WENT OUT, STILL DONT WORK. FRONT END CRASH 2003 MAY, 4783.45 IN DAMAGE, AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY...

Jan 15, 2004 Unknown Or Other 91,223 mi

THE CAR WAS BOUGHT IN MARCH OF 2003 AND 2 WEEKS LATER WE HAD A WINDSHIELD REPLACED . SINCE THAT TIME WHEN EVER WE HAVE HEAVY RAINFALL WATER LEAKS IN ON THE PASSENGER SIDE COMING IN THROUGH THE HEATING VENT . ALL BASIS HAVE BEEN COVERED CONCERNING THE WINDSHIELD REPLACEMENT. WE THOUGHT IT WAS AN IMPR...

Jan 6, 2004 Air Bags Crash 71,000 mi

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH. UPON IMPACT, BOTH FRONTAL AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. CONSUMER SUSTAINED SERIOUS NECK/BACK AND HIP INJURIES. *AK

Jan 6, 2004 Air Bags Crash 71,000 mi

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH. UPON IMPACT, BOTH FRONTAL AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. CONSUMER SUSTAINED SERIOUS NECK/BACK AND HIP INJURIES. *AK

Jan 2, 2004 Exterior Lighting 400,000 mi

WATER WAS ENTERING THE TRUNK AND REAR FLOOR THROUGH THE BRAKE LIGHTS. WHEN THIS OCCURRED IT CAUSED A SHORT IN THE AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCK. THIS WAS CAUSED BY POOR SEALANT OF THE BRAKE LIGHTS AT THE FACTORY. IT WAS A COMMON PROBLEM BUT NOT REMEDY HAD BEEN FOUND. *AK

Jan 2, 2004 Exterior Lighting 400,000 mi

WATER WAS ENTERING THE TRUNK AND REAR FLOOR THROUGH THE BRAKE LIGHTS. WHEN THIS OCCURRED IT CAUSED A SHORT IN THE AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCK. THIS WAS CAUSED BY POOR SEALANT OF THE BRAKE LIGHTS AT THE FACTORY. IT WAS A COMMON PROBLEM BUT NOT REMEDY HAD BEEN FOUND. *AK

Dec 7, 2003 Wheels 60,000 mi

4 (OUT OF 5) BROKEN LUG STUDS ON ONE WHEEL. ONE LUG NUT/STUD WAS ALREADY BROKEN WHEN GOING TO CHANGE PADS/ROTOR. REMOVING REMAINING 4 LUGS, 3 OF THEM BROKE OFF (ALMOST AS IF THEY WERE CROSS THREADED). *LA

Dec 7, 2003 Wheels 60,000 mi

4 (OUT OF 5) BROKEN LUG STUDS ON ONE WHEEL. ONE LUG NUT/STUD WAS ALREADY BROKEN WHEN GOING TO CHANGE PADS/ROTOR. REMOVING REMAINING 4 LUGS, 3 OF THEM BROKE OFF (ALMOST AS IF THEY WERE CROSS THREADED). *LA

Dec 2, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 33,000 mi

MY 2000 DODGE NEON HAS HAD TWO BRAKE FAILURES. AT APPROX 30000 MILES, MY DRIVER REAR BRAKE ASSEMBLY FAILED. AT APPROX 33000 MILES, MY PASSENGER SIDE REAR BRAKE ASSEY HAS ALSO FAILED. IN THE FIRST INCIDENT THE DEALER REPAIRED WITHOUT EXPLAINING THE NATURE OF THE PROBLEM. I'LL FIND OUT ABOUT THIS ONE....

Dec 2, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 33,000 mi

MY 2000 DODGE NEON HAS HAD TWO BRAKE FAILURES. AT APPROX 30000 MILES, MY DRIVER REAR BRAKE ASSEMBLY FAILED. AT APPROX 33000 MILES, MY PASSENGER SIDE REAR BRAKE ASSEY HAS ALSO FAILED. IN THE FIRST INCIDENT THE DEALER REPAIRED WITHOUT EXPLAINING THE NATURE OF THE PROBLEM. I'LL FIND OUT ABOUT THIS ONE....

Nov 20, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 24,000 mi

THE VEHICLE HAS HAD THE HEAD GASKET REPLACED ON THIS VEHICLE ONCE. THE REPAIR WAS DONE WHEN THE VEHICLE ONLY HAD 24000 MILES ON IT. THE VEHICLE IS NOW IN NEED OF PISTONS, THAT ARE BROKEN IN THE ENGINE. THE MANUFACTURER AND THE DEALER ARE AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. *PH

Nov 20, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 24,000 mi

THE VEHICLE HAS HAD THE HEAD GASKET REPLACED ON THIS VEHICLE ONCE. THE REPAIR WAS DONE WHEN THE VEHICLE ONLY HAD 24000 MILES ON IT. THE VEHICLE IS NOW IN NEED OF PISTONS, THAT ARE BROKEN IN THE ENGINE. THE MANUFACTURER AND THE DEALER ARE AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. *PH

Nov 14, 2003 Wheels 25,000 mi

THE THREAD ON THE WHEEL STUDS GETS SHREDDED, DUE TO CORROSION. THIS IS CAUSED BY A DESIGN FLAW IN THE CROWN COVERS, WHICH ALLOWS MOISTURE AND ROAD SALT TO GET INTO THE THREAD, AND SEIZE UP THE LUG NUTS. CONSEQUENTLY WHEN THE TIRES ARE REMOVED OR ROTATED THE THREAD STRIPS, PER AN ENGINEER.*AK

Nov 14, 2003 Wheels 25,000 mi

THE THREAD ON THE WHEEL STUDS GETS SHREDDED, DUE TO CORROSION. THIS IS CAUSED BY A DESIGN FLAW IN THE CROWN COVERS, WHICH ALLOWS MOISTURE AND ROAD SALT TO GET INTO THE THREAD, AND SEIZE UP THE LUG NUTS. CONSEQUENTLY WHEN THE TIRES ARE REMOVED OR ROTATED THE THREAD STRIPS, PER AN ENGINEER.*AK

Nov 3, 2003 Structure 44,000 mi

WATER COMES IN THE PASSENGER'S SIDE FLOOR BOARD. DRIVER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR ANALYSIS. THE MECHANIC COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. *AK DURING HEAVY RAINS WATER ENTERS THE VEHICLE THROUGH THE PASSENGER SIDE FLOOR BOARD. WATER HAS DAMAGED FAN BLOWER, DASHBOARD, CARPET, SEATS, HOOD ...

Nov 3, 2003 Structure 44,000 mi

WATER COMES IN THE PASSENGER'S SIDE FLOOR BOARD. DRIVER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR ANALYSIS. THE MECHANIC COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. *AK DURING HEAVY RAINS WATER ENTERS THE VEHICLE THROUGH THE PASSENGER SIDE FLOOR BOARD. WATER HAS DAMAGED FAN BLOWER, DASHBOARD, CARPET, SEATS, HOOD ...

Oct 18, 2003 Air Bags Crash 81,000 mi

DUAL AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY WHEN THE CAR COLLIDED WITH THE GUARDRAIL HEAD ON AT APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH AFTER LOOSING CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE CAUSED BY BAD WEATHER. VEHICLE SPINNED HITTING THE GUARDRAIL TWO MORE TIMES, PASSENGER SIDE AND REAR OF VEHICLE. INSURANCE COMPANY SAID THAT THE VEHICLE IS A T...

Oct 18, 2003 Air Bags Crash 81,000 mi

DUAL AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY WHEN THE CAR COLLIDED WITH THE GUARDRAIL HEAD ON AT APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH AFTER LOOSING CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE CAUSED BY BAD WEATHER. VEHICLE SPINNED HITTING THE GUARDRAIL TWO MORE TIMES, PASSENGER SIDE AND REAR OF VEHICLE. INSURANCE COMPANY SAID THAT THE VEHICLE IS A T...

Sep 30, 2003 Electrical System

VEHICLE HAD ONGOING / INTERMITTENT PROBLEM WITH JERKING AND STALLING WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED OR SLOWING DOWN TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. VEHICLE WOULD RESTART WITHIN 10-15 MINUTES LATER. VEHICLE HAD BEEN TO DEALER ON THREE OCCASIONS. DEALER REPLACED IGNITION SWITCH ON ONE OCCASION, BUT THE PR...

Sep 30, 2003 Power Train

VEHICLE HAD ONGOING / INTERMITTENT PROBLEM WITH JERKING AND STALLING WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED OR SLOWING DOWN TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. VEHICLE WOULD RESTART WITHIN 10-15 MINUTES LATER. VEHICLE HAD BEEN TO DEALER ON THREE OCCASIONS. DEALER REPLACED IGNITION SWITCH ON ONE OCCASION, BUT THE PR...

Sep 30, 2003 Electrical System

VEHICLE HAD ONGOING / INTERMITTENT PROBLEM WITH JERKING AND STALLING WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED OR SLOWING DOWN TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. VEHICLE WOULD RESTART WITHIN 10-15 MINUTES LATER. VEHICLE HAD BEEN TO DEALER ON THREE OCCASIONS. DEALER REPLACED IGNITION SWITCH ON ONE OCCASION, BUT THE PR...

Sep 30, 2003 Power Train

VEHICLE HAD ONGOING / INTERMITTENT PROBLEM WITH JERKING AND STALLING WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED OR SLOWING DOWN TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. VEHICLE WOULD RESTART WITHIN 10-15 MINUTES LATER. VEHICLE HAD BEEN TO DEALER ON THREE OCCASIONS. DEALER REPLACED IGNITION SWITCH ON ONE OCCASION, BUT THE PR...

Sep 26, 2003 Power Train 34,022 mi

FITTING IN BOTTOM OF RADIATOR POPPED OUT CAUSING TRANSMISSION FLUID TO LEAK OUT. REPLACED RADIATOR AND 3 MONTHS LATER HAD TO HAVE TRANSMISSION FIXED. AT THE TIME OF THE RADIATOR MALFUNCTION THE CAR HAD 34,000 MILES ON IT. AT THE TIME OF THE TRANSMISSION FAILURE, THE CAR HAD 35,000 MILES ON IT. T...

Sep 26, 2003 Power Train 34,022 mi

FITTING IN BOTTOM OF RADIATOR POPPED OUT CAUSING TRANSMISSION FLUID TO LEAK OUT. REPLACED RADIATOR AND 3 MONTHS LATER HAD TO HAVE TRANSMISSION FIXED. AT THE TIME OF THE RADIATOR MALFUNCTION THE CAR HAD 34,000 MILES ON IT. AT THE TIME OF THE TRANSMISSION FAILURE, THE CAR HAD 35,000 MILES ON IT. T...

Sep 25, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 36,654 mi

BRAKE ADJUSTER FELL APART INSIDE BRAKE DRUM.

Sep 25, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 36,654 mi

BRAKE ADJUSTER FELL APART INSIDE BRAKE DRUM.

Sep 20, 2003 Suspension 39,038 mi

USED 2000 DODGE NEON, SWAY BAR LINK BOLT BREAKS. TO BE REPLACED A SECOND TIME 09/24/2003 BY DODGE DEALERSHIP. *JB

Sep 20, 2003 Suspension 64,781 mi

USED 2000 DODGE NEON, SWAY BAR LINK BOLT BREAKS. TO BE REPLACED A SECOND TIME 09/24/2003. *JB

Sep 20, 2003 Electrical System 61,000 mi

AIR CONDITIONING SUDDENLY WENT OUT FROM COLD TO HOT AIR. CODE IN SYSTEM IS P0645, SAYS A/C CLUTCH RELAY CIRCUIT, AN OPEN OR SHORTED CONDITION DETECTED IN THE A/C CLUTCH RELAY CONTROL CIRCUIT. I BOUGHT THE SERVICE MANUAL FOR DODGE 2000 NEON. I WENT TO THE DODGE DEALER AND THEY SAID A WIRE BREAKS ON T...

Sep 20, 2003 Suspension 39,038 mi

USED 2000 DODGE NEON, SWAY BAR LINK BOLT BREAKS. TO BE REPLACED A SECOND TIME 09/24/2003 BY DODGE DEALERSHIP. *JB

Sep 20, 2003 Suspension 64,781 mi

USED 2000 DODGE NEON, SWAY BAR LINK BOLT BREAKS. TO BE REPLACED A SECOND TIME 09/24/2003. *JB

Sep 20, 2003 Electrical System 61,000 mi

AIR CONDITIONING SUDDENLY WENT OUT FROM COLD TO HOT AIR. CODE IN SYSTEM IS P0645, SAYS A/C CLUTCH RELAY CIRCUIT, AN OPEN OR SHORTED CONDITION DETECTED IN THE A/C CLUTCH RELAY CONTROL CIRCUIT. I BOUGHT THE SERVICE MANUAL FOR DODGE 2000 NEON. I WENT TO THE DODGE DEALER AND THEY SAID A WIRE BREAKS ON T...

Sep 4, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 70,830 mi

CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE FAILED EMISSIONS DUE TO OBD TEST FAILURE. *AK *PH

Sep 4, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 70,830 mi

CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE FAILED EMISSIONS DUE TO OBD TEST FAILURE. *AK *PH

Sep 3, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 39,000 mi

WHEN BRAKING AT LOW SPEEDS AND WITHOUT WARNING CONSUMER WOULD HEAR A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE BRAKES. *AK

Sep 3, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 39,000 mi

WHEN BRAKING AT LOW SPEEDS AND WITHOUT WARNING CONSUMER WOULD HEAR A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE BRAKES. *AK

Aug 27, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 12,000 mi

I LEASED A 2000 DODGE NEON FOR 4 YEARS. OVER THE COURSE OF THE LEASE, I HAD CONTINUED TROUBLE WITH REAR BRAKE NOISE (SQUEALING), AND TOOK IT IN FOR SERVICE 3 TIMES, AND WAS TOLD THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE BRAKES. WHEN I RETURNED THE VEHICLE AT THE END OF THE LEASE, I WAS BILLED $150 TO FIX THE...

Aug 27, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 12,000 mi

I LEASED A 2000 DODGE NEON FOR 4 YEARS. OVER THE COURSE OF THE LEASE, I HAD CONTINUED TROUBLE WITH REAR BRAKE NOISE (SQUEALING), AND TOOK IT IN FOR SERVICE 3 TIMES, AND WAS TOLD THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE BRAKES. WHEN I RETURNED THE VEHICLE AT THE END OF THE LEASE, I WAS BILLED $150 TO FIX THE...

Aug 20, 2003 Steering 5,505 mi

WHEN MAKING A TURN STEERING WHEEL MAKES A CLICKING NOISE, ALSO SOMETIMES THE KEYS GETS STUCK IN IGNITION. DEALER HAS REPLACED STEERING COLUMN 3 TIMES DUE TO THE SAME PROBLEM. *AK

Aug 20, 2003 Electrical System 5,505 mi

WHEN MAKING A TURN STEERING WHEEL MAKES A CLICKING NOISE, ALSO SOMETIMES THE KEYS GETS STUCK IN IGNITION. DEALER HAS REPLACED STEERING COLUMN 3 TIMES DUE TO THE SAME PROBLEM. *AK

Aug 20, 2003 Power Train 50,000 mi

I BOUGHT MY 2000 DODGE NEON USED IN 2002 FROM REILIABLE CHEVROLET IN SPRINGFIELD, MO. THE CAR HAD APROX 48,000 MILES ON IT. AFTER OWNING IT FOR A FEW WEEKS, I NOTICED A KNOCKING SOUND WHENEVER THE CAR WAS IN NEUTRAL. WHEN THE CLUTCH WAS DEPRESSED THE KNOCKING SOUND WENT AWAY. I TOOK IT TO CENTRA...

Aug 20, 2003 Steering 5,505 mi

WHEN MAKING A TURN STEERING WHEEL MAKES A CLICKING NOISE, ALSO SOMETIMES THE KEYS GETS STUCK IN IGNITION. DEALER HAS REPLACED STEERING COLUMN 3 TIMES DUE TO THE SAME PROBLEM. *AK

Aug 20, 2003 Electrical System 5,505 mi

WHEN MAKING A TURN STEERING WHEEL MAKES A CLICKING NOISE, ALSO SOMETIMES THE KEYS GETS STUCK IN IGNITION. DEALER HAS REPLACED STEERING COLUMN 3 TIMES DUE TO THE SAME PROBLEM. *AK

Aug 20, 2003 Power Train 50,000 mi

I BOUGHT MY 2000 DODGE NEON USED IN 2002 FROM REILIABLE CHEVROLET IN SPRINGFIELD, MO. THE CAR HAD APROX 48,000 MILES ON IT. AFTER OWNING IT FOR A FEW WEEKS, I NOTICED A KNOCKING SOUND WHENEVER THE CAR WAS IN NEUTRAL. WHEN THE CLUTCH WAS DEPRESSED THE KNOCKING SOUND WENT AWAY. I TOOK IT TO CENTRA...

Aug 12, 2003 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD ON COLLISION, AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK

Aug 12, 2003 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD ON COLLISION, AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK

Aug 11, 2003 Structure

BRAKES SQUEAK USUALLY IN THE MORNING, DEALER MENTIONED SURFACE RUST ON DRUMS AND ROTORS, ADVISED TO SET PARKING BRAKE EACH EVENING. RIGHT REAR DOOR LEAKS. *NLM

Aug 11, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKES SQUEAK USUALLY IN THE MORNING, DEALER MENTIONED SURFACE RUST ON DRUMS AND ROTORS, ADVISED TO SET PARKING BRAKE EACH EVENING. RIGHT REAR DOOR LEAKS. *NLM

Aug 11, 2003 Structure

BRAKES SQUEAK USUALLY IN THE MORNING, DEALER MENTIONED SURFACE RUST ON DRUMS AND ROTORS, ADVISED TO SET PARKING BRAKE EACH EVENING. RIGHT REAR DOOR LEAKS. *NLM

Aug 11, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKES SQUEAK USUALLY IN THE MORNING, DEALER MENTIONED SURFACE RUST ON DRUMS AND ROTORS, ADVISED TO SET PARKING BRAKE EACH EVENING. RIGHT REAR DOOR LEAKS. *NLM

Aug 4, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 24,000 mi

I BOUGHT MY CAR IN JANUARY OF 2001. I WAS LOOKING THROUGH THE RECALLS ON MY VEHICLE AND THERE WAS ONE IN APRIL OF 2001 AND I DID NOT RECEIVE ANYTHING ON IT. IT WAS SOMETHING ABOUT THE BRAKES AND THE CAR IDLING UP TO HIGH AND I AM HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THAT. WHEN I PUSH MY BRAKES IT FILLS LIKE IT IS G...

Aug 4, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 24,000 mi

I BOUGHT MY CAR IN JANUARY OF 2001. I WAS LOOKING THROUGH THE RECALLS ON MY VEHICLE AND THERE WAS ONE IN APRIL OF 2001 AND I DID NOT RECEIVE ANYTHING ON IT. IT WAS SOMETHING ABOUT THE BRAKES AND THE CAR IDLING UP TO HIGH AND I AM HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THAT. WHEN I PUSH MY BRAKES IT FILLS LIKE IT IS G...

Aug 3, 2003 Electrical System

MY HORN ON MY 2000 DODGE NEON STICK ON, SO I PULL THE HORN RELAY SO I DON'T HAVE A HORN. I HAD THE HORN PAD REPLACE WHEN IT WAS UNDER WARRANTY. IT DIDN'T EVEN LAST 30,000 MILES. *AK

Aug 3, 2003 Electrical System

MY HORN ON MY 2000 DODGE NEON STICK ON, SO I PULL THE HORN RELAY SO I DON'T HAVE A HORN. I HAD THE HORN PAD REPLACE WHEN IT WAS UNDER WARRANTY. IT DIDN'T EVEN LAST 30,000 MILES. *AK

Jul 24, 2003 Electrical System

IGNITION SWITCH-I STOP TO THE STORE ONE MONRNING AND WHEN RETURNING TO MY VEHICLE TO START, I COULDN'T TURN THE IGNITION SWITCH. I HAD TO HAVE THE CAR TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY HAD TO REPLACE MY IGNITION CYLINDER BECAUSE IT LOCKED UP, WHICH COST ME $386.02. I HAD THIS CAR FOR ONLY 3 YEARS. ...

Jul 24, 2003 Electrical System

IGNITION SWITCH-I STOP TO THE STORE ONE MONRNING AND WHEN RETURNING TO MY VEHICLE TO START, I COULDN'T TURN THE IGNITION SWITCH. I HAD TO HAVE THE CAR TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY HAD TO REPLACE MY IGNITION CYLINDER BECAUSE IT LOCKED UP, WHICH COST ME $386.02. I HAD THIS CAR FOR ONLY 3 YEARS. ...

Jul 17, 2003 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH ON THE FREEWAY MY LEFT REAR TIRE BLEW OUT SPINNING ME OUT OF CONTROL. I HIT A ROAD SIDE SIGN (ONE LEG OF THE SIGN 12" X 24" POST) ON THE LEFT FRONT QUARTER PANEL, CONTINUING DOWN OVER A SMALL INCLINE AND COMING TO REST A FEW YARDS AWAY. MY SEAT BELT FAILED TO RETRACT, AIR B...

Jul 17, 2003 Seat Belts Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH ON THE FREEWAY MY LEFT REAR TIRE BLEW OUT SPINNING ME OUT OF CONTROL. I HIT A ROAD SIDE SIGN (ONE LEG OF THE SIGN 12" X 24" POST) ON THE LEFT FRONT QUARTER PANEL, CONTINUING DOWN OVER A SMALL INCLINE AND COMING TO REST A FEW YARDS AWAY. MY SEAT BELT FAILED TO RETRACT, AIR B...

Jul 17, 2003 Seats Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH ON THE FREEWAY MY LEFT REAR TIRE BLEW OUT SPINNING ME OUT OF CONTROL. I HIT A ROAD SIDE SIGN (ONE LEG OF THE SIGN 12" X 24" POST) ON THE LEFT FRONT QUARTER PANEL, CONTINUING DOWN OVER A SMALL INCLINE AND COMING TO REST A FEW YARDS AWAY. MY SEAT BELT FAILED TO RETRACT, AIR B...

Jul 17, 2003 Tires Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH ON THE FREEWAY MY LEFT REAR TIRE BLEW OUT SPINNING ME OUT OF CONTROL. I HIT A ROAD SIDE SIGN (ONE LEG OF THE SIGN 12" X 24" POST) ON THE LEFT FRONT QUARTER PANEL, CONTINUING DOWN OVER A SMALL INCLINE AND COMING TO REST A FEW YARDS AWAY. MY SEAT BELT FAILED TO RETRACT, AIR B...

Jul 17, 2003 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH ON THE FREEWAY MY LEFT REAR TIRE BLEW OUT SPINNING ME OUT OF CONTROL. I HIT A ROAD SIDE SIGN (ONE LEG OF THE SIGN 12" X 24" POST) ON THE LEFT FRONT QUARTER PANEL, CONTINUING DOWN OVER A SMALL INCLINE AND COMING TO REST A FEW YARDS AWAY. MY SEAT BELT FAILED TO RETRACT, AIR B...

Jul 17, 2003 Seat Belts Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH ON THE FREEWAY MY LEFT REAR TIRE BLEW OUT SPINNING ME OUT OF CONTROL. I HIT A ROAD SIDE SIGN (ONE LEG OF THE SIGN 12" X 24" POST) ON THE LEFT FRONT QUARTER PANEL, CONTINUING DOWN OVER A SMALL INCLINE AND COMING TO REST A FEW YARDS AWAY. MY SEAT BELT FAILED TO RETRACT, AIR B...

Jul 17, 2003 Seats Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH ON THE FREEWAY MY LEFT REAR TIRE BLEW OUT SPINNING ME OUT OF CONTROL. I HIT A ROAD SIDE SIGN (ONE LEG OF THE SIGN 12" X 24" POST) ON THE LEFT FRONT QUARTER PANEL, CONTINUING DOWN OVER A SMALL INCLINE AND COMING TO REST A FEW YARDS AWAY. MY SEAT BELT FAILED TO RETRACT, AIR B...

Jul 17, 2003 Tires Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH ON THE FREEWAY MY LEFT REAR TIRE BLEW OUT SPINNING ME OUT OF CONTROL. I HIT A ROAD SIDE SIGN (ONE LEG OF THE SIGN 12" X 24" POST) ON THE LEFT FRONT QUARTER PANEL, CONTINUING DOWN OVER A SMALL INCLINE AND COMING TO REST A FEW YARDS AWAY. MY SEAT BELT FAILED TO RETRACT, AIR B...

Jul 14, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 7,900 mi

THREE MOTOR MOUNTS BROKE AND THE ENGINE FELL. THIS ACCRUED TWICE, SECOND TIME CAUSED A LOT OF DAMAGE TO ENGINE AND OTHER COMPONENTS. CAUSE UNKNOWN.*AK

Jul 14, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 7,900 mi

THREE MOTOR MOUNTS BROKE AND THE ENGINE FELL. THIS ACCRUED TWICE, SECOND TIME CAUSED A LOT OF DAMAGE TO ENGINE AND OTHER COMPONENTS. CAUSE UNKNOWN.*AK

Jul 11, 2003 Air Bags Crash

WHILE TRAVELING AT 30 TO 35 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE SUDDENLY PULLED OUT IN FRONT OF THE CONSUMER'S VEHICLE AND CAUSED AN ACCIDENT. THE CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WAS TOTALED, AND NONE OF THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. *AK *SCC *JB

Jul 11, 2003 Air Bags Crash

WHILE TRAVELING AT 30 TO 35 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE SUDDENLY PULLED OUT IN FRONT OF THE CONSUMER'S VEHICLE AND CAUSED AN ACCIDENT. THE CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WAS TOTALED, AND NONE OF THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. *AK *SCC *JB

Jul 9, 2003 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER STATED WHILE TRAVELING 37-40 MPH AND AS A RESULT OF A THREE CAR CRASH, VEHICLE RAN INTO A WALL, AND AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK

Jul 9, 2003 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER STATED WHILE TRAVELING 37-40 MPH AND AS A RESULT OF A THREE CAR CRASH, VEHICLE RAN INTO A WALL, AND AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK

Jul 1, 2003 Electrical System

THE HORN ONLY WORKS OCCASIONALLY. WAS TOLD IT IS A MANUFACTURER'S DEFECT WITH THE AIRBAG BY OUR MECHANIC. THE AIRBAG MAY NOT WORK IN AN ACCIDENT. I NEVER KNOW WHEN MY HORN WILL WORK TO COMMUNICATE WITH OTHER DRIVERS.*AK

Jul 1, 2003 Air Bags

THE HORN ONLY WORKS OCCASIONALLY. WAS TOLD IT IS A MANUFACTURER'S DEFECT WITH THE AIRBAG BY OUR MECHANIC. THE AIRBAG MAY NOT WORK IN AN ACCIDENT. I NEVER KNOW WHEN MY HORN WILL WORK TO COMMUNICATE WITH OTHER DRIVERS.*AK

Jul 1, 2003 Electrical System

THE HORN ONLY WORKS OCCASIONALLY. WAS TOLD IT IS A MANUFACTURER'S DEFECT WITH THE AIRBAG BY OUR MECHANIC. THE AIRBAG MAY NOT WORK IN AN ACCIDENT. I NEVER KNOW WHEN MY HORN WILL WORK TO COMMUNICATE WITH OTHER DRIVERS.*AK

Jul 1, 2003 Air Bags

THE HORN ONLY WORKS OCCASIONALLY. WAS TOLD IT IS A MANUFACTURER'S DEFECT WITH THE AIRBAG BY OUR MECHANIC. THE AIRBAG MAY NOT WORK IN AN ACCIDENT. I NEVER KNOW WHEN MY HORN WILL WORK TO COMMUNICATE WITH OTHER DRIVERS.*AK

Jun 30, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER STATES THAT WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND WITH NO WARNING THE VEHICLE WILL SHUT OFF, CAUSING CONSUMER TO PULL OVER, AND IT WILL BE HARD TO GET THE VEHICLE BACK STARTED.DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK

Jun 30, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER STATES THAT WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND WITH NO WARNING THE VEHICLE WILL SHUT OFF, CAUSING CONSUMER TO PULL OVER, AND IT WILL BE HARD TO GET THE VEHICLE BACK STARTED.DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK

Jun 24, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT APPEARED ON THE DASHBOARD, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SHUT DOWN. *AK

Jun 24, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT APPEARED ON THE DASHBOARD, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SHUT DOWN. *AK

Jun 19, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT APPEARED ON THE DASHBOARD. *AK

Jun 19, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT APPEARED ON THE DASHBOARD. *AK

Jun 2, 2003 Visibility 35,600 mi

WINDSHIELD WIPERS ACTIVATE WHEN TURN SIGNAL IS USED. WINDSHIELD WIPERS WILL THEN NOT SHUT OFF UNLESS IGNITION IS TURNED OFF.*AK

Jun 2, 2003 Exterior Lighting 35,600 mi

WINDSHIELD WIPERS ACTIVATE WHEN TURN SIGNAL IS USED. WINDSHIELD WIPERS WILL THEN NOT SHUT OFF UNLESS IGNITION IS TURNED OFF.*AK

Jun 2, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 32,000 mi

EXTREMELY LOW ENGINE IDLE WHEN STOPPED. ENGINE SOMETIMES DIES. VEHICLE WAS STILL UNDER WARRANTY. THIS IS COMMON FOR THIS VEHICLE AND TEST SHOWED ALL SYSTEMS OPERATING WITHIN SPECIFICATIONS.*AK

Jun 2, 2003 Visibility 35,600 mi

WINDSHIELD WIPERS ACTIVATE WHEN TURN SIGNAL IS USED. WINDSHIELD WIPERS WILL THEN NOT SHUT OFF UNLESS IGNITION IS TURNED OFF.*AK

Jun 2, 2003 Exterior Lighting 35,600 mi

WINDSHIELD WIPERS ACTIVATE WHEN TURN SIGNAL IS USED. WINDSHIELD WIPERS WILL THEN NOT SHUT OFF UNLESS IGNITION IS TURNED OFF.*AK

Jun 2, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 32,000 mi

EXTREMELY LOW ENGINE IDLE WHEN STOPPED. ENGINE SOMETIMES DIES. VEHICLE WAS STILL UNDER WARRANTY. THIS IS COMMON FOR THIS VEHICLE AND TEST SHOWED ALL SYSTEMS OPERATING WITHIN SPECIFICATIONS.*AK

May 30, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER HAD PROBLEMS WITH INTERMITTENT ENGINE STALLING. WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE ON THE HIGHWAY AT 70 MPH VEHICLE LOST TOTAL POWER WHICH LEFT THE DRIVER WITH NO POWER STEERING OR BRAKES. DEALER WAS CONTACTED, AND VEHICLE WAS TAKEN INTO THE SHOP, BUT THE DEALER WAS NOT ABLE TO FIND ANYTHING.*AK

May 30, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER HAD PROBLEMS WITH INTERMITTENT ENGINE STALLING. WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE ON THE HIGHWAY AT 70 MPH VEHICLE LOST TOTAL POWER WHICH LEFT THE DRIVER WITH NO POWER STEERING OR BRAKES. DEALER WAS CONTACTED, AND VEHICLE WAS TAKEN INTO THE SHOP, BUT THE DEALER WAS NOT ABLE TO FIND ANYTHING.*AK

May 16, 2003 Visibility 68,004 mi

WHEN THE REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER WAS ACTIVATED SMOKE CAME FROM THE REAR WINDSHIELD AREA AND THEN THE WINDSHIELD EXPLODED. *NLM

May 16, 2003 Visibility 68,004 mi

WHEN THE REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER WAS ACTIVATED SMOKE CAME FROM THE REAR WINDSHIELD AREA AND THEN THE WINDSHIELD EXPLODED. *NLM

May 14, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 98,376 mi

I TOOK OUR 2000 NEON (THAT I'VE HAD SINCE LATE SUMMER/EARLY FALL OF 1999) TO GET AN OIL CHANGE AND THE MECHANIC SAID IT LOOKED LIKE WE HAD AN OIL LEAK. AFTER FURTHER CHECKING, HE INFORMED ME THAT THE HEAD GASKET WAS LEAKING AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. HE TOLD ME IT WOULD COST APPROXIMATELY $1200. ...

May 14, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 98,376 mi

I TOOK OUR 2000 NEON (THAT I'VE HAD SINCE LATE SUMMER/EARLY FALL OF 1999) TO GET AN OIL CHANGE AND THE MECHANIC SAID IT LOOKED LIKE WE HAD AN OIL LEAK. AFTER FURTHER CHECKING, HE INFORMED ME THAT THE HEAD GASKET WAS LEAKING AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. HE TOLD ME IT WOULD COST APPROXIMATELY $1200. ...

May 7, 2003 Seat Belts

THE SEAT BELT DID NOT LOCK WHEN THE CONSUMERS VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONT END COLLISION. THE CONSUMER SUSTAINED INJURIES. *NLM

May 7, 2003 Air Bags

THE DRIVERS AIR BAG DIDN'T DEPLOY WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION. *NLM

May 7, 2003 Seat Belts

THE SEAT BELT DID NOT LOCK WHEN THE CONSUMERS VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONT END COLLISION. THE CONSUMER SUSTAINED INJURIES. *NLM

May 7, 2003 Air Bags

THE DRIVERS AIR BAG DIDN'T DEPLOY WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION. *NLM

Apr 21, 2003 Electrical System Fire

THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE WHILE PARKED. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. *NLM

Apr 21, 2003 Electrical System Fire

THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE WHILE PARKED. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. *NLM

Apr 9, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE DEALER INSPECTED THE VEHICLE BUT COULD NOT DUPLICATE OR CORRECT THE PROBLEM. *NLM

Apr 9, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE DEALER INSPECTED THE VEHICLE BUT COULD NOT DUPLICATE OR CORRECT THE PROBLEM. *NLM

Mar 13, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE VEHICLE OVER HEATED AND LEAKED OIL.*JB

Mar 13, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE VEHICLE OVER HEATED AND LEAKED OIL.*JB

Feb 25, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

ON THE DODGE NEON, WHEN DOING ONLY MAINT FOR OIL CHANGES THE DRAIN PLUG WILL EVENTUALLY HAVE THE SHAVINGS OF THE THREADS FROM THE INSIDE AND WOULD HAVE TO REPAIR AT A HIGH COST, SINCE THIS IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE WARRANTY.*JB

Feb 25, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

ON THE DODGE NEON, WHEN DOING ONLY MAINT FOR OIL CHANGES THE DRAIN PLUG WILL EVENTUALLY HAVE THE SHAVINGS OF THE THREADS FROM THE INSIDE AND WOULD HAVE TO REPAIR AT A HIGH COST, SINCE THIS IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE WARRANTY.*JB

Feb 21, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE BRAKE LINES ON THE VEHICLE WERE CORRODED.*JB

Feb 21, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE BRAKE LINES ON THE VEHICLE WERE CORRODED.*JB

Feb 20, 2003 Unknown Or Other

2000 DODGE NEON LEAKS WHEN IT RAINS. TONS OF WATER ON THE FLOOR BOARD IN THE BACK SEAT AND IN THE TRUNK. SO BAD THAT IT HAS TO BE BAILED OUT AND STAYS WET. DEALERSHIP REFUSES TO DO ANYTHING BECAUSE THE CAR IS NO LONGER UNDER WARRANTY. WE FEEL THIS IS A DEFECT AND SHOULD BE FIXED AT NO COST TO US ...

Feb 20, 2003 Unknown Or Other

2000 DODGE NEON LEAKS WHEN IT RAINS. TONS OF WATER ON THE FLOOR BOARD IN THE BACK SEAT AND IN THE TRUNK. SO BAD THAT IT HAS TO BE BAILED OUT AND STAYS WET. DEALERSHIP REFUSES TO DO ANYTHING BECAUSE THE CAR IS NO LONGER UNDER WARRANTY. WE FEEL THIS IS A DEFECT AND SHOULD BE FIXED AT NO COST TO US ...

Feb 13, 2003 Power Train 35,000 mi

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE NEON I BOUGHT AT 32,000MILES. STARTED OVER HEATING AT 34,000MI. ONLY ON REALLY HOT DAYS. NOW AT 56,000 MILES OVER HEATS ALL THE TIME. CAN'T DRIVE IT. FOUND OUT IT IS A BLOWN HEAD GASKET. DEALER ESTIMATES $2500 REPAIR. (SINGLE MOM, CAN'T AFFORD IT) FOUND OUT THROUGH RESEARCH...

Feb 13, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 35,000 mi

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE NEON I BOUGHT AT 32,000MILES. STARTED OVER HEATING AT 34,000MI. ONLY ON REALLY HOT DAYS. NOW AT 56,000 MILES OVER HEATS ALL THE TIME. CAN'T DRIVE IT. FOUND OUT IT IS A BLOWN HEAD GASKET. DEALER ESTIMATES $2500 REPAIR. (SINGLE MOM, CAN'T AFFORD IT) FOUND OUT THROUGH RESEARCH...

Feb 13, 2003 Power Train 35,000 mi

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE NEON I BOUGHT AT 32,000MILES. STARTED OVER HEATING AT 34,000MI. ONLY ON REALLY HOT DAYS. NOW AT 56,000 MILES OVER HEATS ALL THE TIME. CAN'T DRIVE IT. FOUND OUT IT IS A BLOWN HEAD GASKET. DEALER ESTIMATES $2500 REPAIR. (SINGLE MOM, CAN'T AFFORD IT) FOUND OUT THROUGH RESEARCH...

Feb 13, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 35,000 mi

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE NEON I BOUGHT AT 32,000MILES. STARTED OVER HEATING AT 34,000MI. ONLY ON REALLY HOT DAYS. NOW AT 56,000 MILES OVER HEATS ALL THE TIME. CAN'T DRIVE IT. FOUND OUT IT IS A BLOWN HEAD GASKET. DEALER ESTIMATES $2500 REPAIR. (SINGLE MOM, CAN'T AFFORD IT) FOUND OUT THROUGH RESEARCH...

Feb 10, 2003 Wheels 43,932 mi

THREE OF THE STUDS BROKE WHILE CONSUMER WAS CHANGING THE TIRE.*JB

Feb 10, 2003 Wheels 43,932 mi

THREE OF THE STUDS BROKE WHILE CONSUMER WAS CHANGING THE TIRE.*JB

Feb 6, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

2000 DODGE NEON I HAD THIS DODGE NEON FOR 3 YEARS NOW ; I FOUND OUT THE OTHER DAY THAT I HAVE TO REPLACE MY HEAD GASKET, FUEL PUMP AND TIMING BELT. I KNOW I SHOULD NOT HAVE TO REPLACE THESE ITEMS SO SOON. I TOOK MY CAR TO ANOTHER MECHANIC AND THEY TOLD ME THE SAME EXACT THING. I AM TRULY UPSET ...

Feb 6, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

2000 DODGE NEON I HAD THIS DODGE NEON FOR 3 YEARS NOW ; I FOUND OUT THE OTHER DAY THAT I HAVE TO REPLACE MY HEAD GASKET, FUEL PUMP AND TIMING BELT. I KNOW I SHOULD NOT HAVE TO REPLACE THESE ITEMS SO SOON. I TOOK MY CAR TO ANOTHER MECHANIC AND THEY TOLD ME THE SAME EXACT THING. I AM TRULY UPSET ...

Jan 29, 2003 Visibility 38,511 mi

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE NEON. THERE IS SOMETHING WRONG IN WITH THE VENTING SYSTEM. AT TIME IT WILL QUIT BLOWING AIR OUT OF THE VENT EVEN THOUGH I CAN HERE THE BLOWER FAN BLOWING. THERE IS EXCESSIVE MOISTURE IN THE SYSTEM. SOMETIMES WHEN I TURN ON THE IT BLOWS OUT ALOT OF MOUSTURE. IT STOPS IN THE SUMMER...

Jan 29, 2003 Visibility 38,511 mi

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE NEON. THERE IS SOMETHING WRONG IN WITH THE VENTING SYSTEM. AT TIME IT WILL QUIT BLOWING AIR OUT OF THE VENT EVEN THOUGH I CAN HERE THE BLOWER FAN BLOWING. THERE IS EXCESSIVE MOISTURE IN THE SYSTEM. SOMETIMES WHEN I TURN ON THE IT BLOWS OUT ALOT OF MOUSTURE. IT STOPS IN THE SUMMER...

Jan 21, 2003 Fuel System, Other 48,000 mi

THE VEHICLE'S GAS GAUGE IS INOPERATIVE. THE GAUGE WAS READING FULL , BUT VEHICLE WAS OUT OF GAS. THE DEALERSHIP REPLACED A PART(PART UNKNOWN). PLEASE PROVIDE MORE DETAILS. PH

Jan 21, 2003 Fuel System, Other 48,000 mi

THE VEHICLE'S GAS GAUGE IS INOPERATIVE. THE GAUGE WAS READING FULL , BUT VEHICLE WAS OUT OF GAS. THE DEALERSHIP REPLACED A PART(PART UNKNOWN). PLEASE PROVIDE MORE DETAILS. PH

Jan 16, 2003 Air Bags Crash

I WAS INVOLVED IN A CRASH ON JAN 9 2003. A SATION WAGON TOOK A LEFT TURN INFRONT OF ME.I WAS DRIVING AT ABOUT 40 MILES PER HOUR WITH TRAFFIC. WE COLLIDED.MY 2000 DODGE NEON COLLIDED WITH THE TIRE -REAR PASSENGER QUARTER OF HIS STAION WAGON. BOTH CARS ARE A TOTAL LOSS. MY ISSUE IS MY AIRBAGS DID NOT ...

Jan 16, 2003 Equipment Crash

I WAS INVOLVED IN A CRASH ON JAN 9 2003. A SATION WAGON TOOK A LEFT TURN INFRONT OF ME.I WAS DRIVING AT ABOUT 40 MILES PER HOUR WITH TRAFFIC. WE COLLIDED.MY 2000 DODGE NEON COLLIDED WITH THE TIRE -REAR PASSENGER QUARTER OF HIS STAION WAGON. BOTH CARS ARE A TOTAL LOSS. MY ISSUE IS MY AIRBAGS DID NOT ...

Jan 16, 2003 Air Bags Crash

I WAS INVOLVED IN A CRASH ON JAN 9 2003. A SATION WAGON TOOK A LEFT TURN INFRONT OF ME.I WAS DRIVING AT ABOUT 40 MILES PER HOUR WITH TRAFFIC. WE COLLIDED.MY 2000 DODGE NEON COLLIDED WITH THE TIRE -REAR PASSENGER QUARTER OF HIS STAION WAGON. BOTH CARS ARE A TOTAL LOSS. MY ISSUE IS MY AIRBAGS DID NOT ...

Jan 16, 2003 Equipment Crash

I WAS INVOLVED IN A CRASH ON JAN 9 2003. A SATION WAGON TOOK A LEFT TURN INFRONT OF ME.I WAS DRIVING AT ABOUT 40 MILES PER HOUR WITH TRAFFIC. WE COLLIDED.MY 2000 DODGE NEON COLLIDED WITH THE TIRE -REAR PASSENGER QUARTER OF HIS STAION WAGON. BOTH CARS ARE A TOTAL LOSS. MY ISSUE IS MY AIRBAGS DID NOT ...

Dec 30, 2002 Service Brakes, Air Crash

WHEN APPLIED PRESSURE TO THE BRAKES, BRAKE PEDAL HIT THE FLOOR CAUSING A COLLISION. TS

Dec 30, 2002 Service Brakes, Air Crash

WHEN APPLIED PRESSURE TO THE BRAKES, BRAKE PEDAL HIT THE FLOOR CAUSING A COLLISION. TS

Dec 18, 2002 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT 60 MPH VEHICLE WAS IN AN ACCIDENT. VEHICLE FOLDED AND THE BOTTOM SEPARATED FROM VEHICLE, BUT NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED UPON IMPACT. TS

Dec 18, 2002 Suspension Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT 60 MPH VEHICLE WAS IN AN ACCIDENT. VEHICLE FOLDED AND THE BOTTOM SEPARATED FROM VEHICLE, BUT NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED UPON IMPACT. TS

Dec 18, 2002 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT 60 MPH VEHICLE WAS IN AN ACCIDENT. VEHICLE FOLDED AND THE BOTTOM SEPARATED FROM VEHICLE, BUT NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED UPON IMPACT. TS

Dec 18, 2002 Suspension Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT 60 MPH VEHICLE WAS IN AN ACCIDENT. VEHICLE FOLDED AND THE BOTTOM SEPARATED FROM VEHICLE, BUT NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED UPON IMPACT. TS

Dec 4, 2002 Electrical System

THE HORN ON VEHICLE STOPPED OPERATING. CONSUMER STATES' WITHOUT HORN THERE IS NO WAY TO WARN OTHER DRIVERS. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. TS

Dec 4, 2002 Electrical System

THE HORN ON VEHICLE STOPPED OPERATING. CONSUMER STATES' WITHOUT HORN THERE IS NO WAY TO WARN OTHER DRIVERS. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. TS

Nov 21, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE SQUEALING AND MOANING WHEN ARE APPLIED. DEALER HAS BEEN CHANGED FRONT PAD AND ROTORS. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.TS

Nov 21, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE SQUEALING AND MOANING WHEN ARE APPLIED. DEALER HAS BEEN CHANGED FRONT PAD AND ROTORS. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.TS

Nov 20, 2002 Steering 12,000 mi

THERE IS A VIBRATION IN THE STEERING WHEEL. THE STEERING COLUMN WAS REPLACED. *JG THERE WAS ALSO A GRINDING NOISE WHEN MAKING TURNS, THE LEFT FRONT AXLE HAD MADE A GRINDING NOISE, AND THE VEHICLE LEAKED WHEN IT HAD RAINED. *SCC

Nov 20, 2002 Suspension 12,000 mi

THERE IS A VIBRATION IN THE STEERING WHEEL. THE STEERING COLUMN WAS REPLACED. *JG THERE WAS ALSO A GRINDING NOISE WHEN MAKING TURNS, THE LEFT FRONT AXLE HAD MADE A GRINDING NOISE, AND THE VEHICLE LEAKED WHEN IT HAD RAINED. *SCC

Nov 20, 2002 Structure 12,000 mi

THERE IS A VIBRATION IN THE STEERING WHEEL. THE STEERING COLUMN WAS REPLACED. *JG THERE WAS ALSO A GRINDING NOISE WHEN MAKING TURNS, THE LEFT FRONT AXLE HAD MADE A GRINDING NOISE, AND THE VEHICLE LEAKED WHEN IT HAD RAINED. *SCC

Nov 20, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THERE ARE GRINDING NOISES WHEN MAKING TURNS. THE ROTORS NEEDED TO BE RESURFACED. *JG

Nov 20, 2002 Structure

THE VEHICLE LEAKS IN THE RAIN PRODUCING A MOLDY SMELL. *JG

Nov 20, 2002 Electrical System

CONSUMER IS HAVING TROUBLE GETTING THE KEY OUT OF THE IGNITION. *JG

Nov 20, 2002 Steering 12,000 mi

THERE IS A VIBRATION IN THE STEERING WHEEL. THE STEERING COLUMN WAS REPLACED. *JG THERE WAS ALSO A GRINDING NOISE WHEN MAKING TURNS, THE LEFT FRONT AXLE HAD MADE A GRINDING NOISE, AND THE VEHICLE LEAKED WHEN IT HAD RAINED. *SCC

Nov 20, 2002 Suspension 12,000 mi

THERE IS A VIBRATION IN THE STEERING WHEEL. THE STEERING COLUMN WAS REPLACED. *JG THERE WAS ALSO A GRINDING NOISE WHEN MAKING TURNS, THE LEFT FRONT AXLE HAD MADE A GRINDING NOISE, AND THE VEHICLE LEAKED WHEN IT HAD RAINED. *SCC

Nov 20, 2002 Structure 12,000 mi

THERE IS A VIBRATION IN THE STEERING WHEEL. THE STEERING COLUMN WAS REPLACED. *JG THERE WAS ALSO A GRINDING NOISE WHEN MAKING TURNS, THE LEFT FRONT AXLE HAD MADE A GRINDING NOISE, AND THE VEHICLE LEAKED WHEN IT HAD RAINED. *SCC

Nov 20, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THERE ARE GRINDING NOISES WHEN MAKING TURNS. THE ROTORS NEEDED TO BE RESURFACED. *JG

Nov 20, 2002 Structure

THE VEHICLE LEAKS IN THE RAIN PRODUCING A MOLDY SMELL. *JG

Nov 20, 2002 Electrical System

CONSUMER IS HAVING TROUBLE GETTING THE KEY OUT OF THE IGNITION. *JG

Nov 18, 2002 Air Bags

WHILE DRIVING CONSUMER SLAMMED ON BRAKES TO AVOID A COLLISION. BRAKES LOCKED UP AND CAR SLID APPROXIMATELY 15-20 FEET DOWN A HILL. VEHICLE THEN COLLIDED IN THE REAR WITH AN SUV. BOTH THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. TS

Nov 18, 2002 Air Bags

WHILE DRIVING CONSUMER SLAMMED ON BRAKES TO AVOID A COLLISION. BRAKES LOCKED UP AND CAR SLID APPROXIMATELY 15-20 FEET DOWN A HILL. VEHICLE THEN COLLIDED IN THE REAR WITH AN SUV. BOTH THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. TS

Nov 13, 2002 Seat Belts

CONSUMER STATES THAT THE SEAT BELT WILL NOT RETRACT BACK INTO POSITION AND IT COULD CAUSE THE SEAT BELT TO BE DEFECTIVE IN THE EVENT OF AND ACCIDENT. DEALER NOTIFIED. MR

Nov 13, 2002 Seat Belts

CONSUMER STATES THAT THE SEAT BELT WILL NOT RETRACT BACK INTO POSITION AND IT COULD CAUSE THE SEAT BELT TO BE DEFECTIVE IN THE EVENT OF AND ACCIDENT. DEALER NOTIFIED. MR

Nov 12, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

HEAD GASKET FAILURE DUE TO UNKNOWN MANUFACTURE DEFECT. DT

Nov 12, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

HEAD GASKET FAILURE DUE TO UNKNOWN MANUFACTURE DEFECT. DT

Oct 30, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 24,192 mi

CONSUMER STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THE BRAKE ROTORS ARE WARPED DUE TO OVER HEATING, CAUSING VIBRATION IN THE STEERING WHEEL WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKE. DEALER NOTIFIED. TS CONSUMER FEELS THIS IS PREMATURE AS THE BRAKE ROTORS HAVE BEEN RESURFACED TWICE DUE TO EXCESSIVE WARPING. *J...

Oct 30, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 24,192 mi

CONSUMER STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THE BRAKE ROTORS ARE WARPED DUE TO OVER HEATING, CAUSING VIBRATION IN THE STEERING WHEEL WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKE. DEALER NOTIFIED. TS CONSUMER FEELS THIS IS PREMATURE AS THE BRAKE ROTORS HAVE BEEN RESURFACED TWICE DUE TO EXCESSIVE WARPING. *J...

Oct 22, 2002 Structure

CONSUMER STATES WHENEVER IT RAINS WATER FLOWS THROUGH TRUNK AND ENTERS CABIN AND FLOODS VEHICLE'S FLOODBOARD. MR

Oct 22, 2002 Structure

CONSUMER STATES WHENEVER IT RAINS WATER FLOWS THROUGH TRUNK AND ENTERS CABIN AND FLOODS VEHICLE'S FLOODBOARD. MR

Oct 17, 2002 Air Bags

CONSUMER STATES THAT THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION OF 40MPH AND NEITHER AIR BAG DEPLOYED. DEALER NOTIFIED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. TS

Oct 17, 2002 Air Bags

CONSUMER STATES THAT THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION OF 40MPH AND NEITHER AIR BAG DEPLOYED. DEALER NOTIFIED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. TS

Oct 14, 2002 Seat Belts

MR

Oct 14, 2002 Seat Belts

MR

Oct 13, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

I AM HAVING A PROBLEM WITH THE SERVICE CENTER. THEY REMOVED A PART FROM MY CAR AND TOLD ME IT WAS BROKEN WHEN IT WASN'T. THEN THEY ARE TRYING TO CHARGE ME FOR IT. THEY SAID ANOTHER PART WAS BROKEN, BUT THEY BROKE IT. THEY ARE COMMITTING FRAUD. I DON'T WANT TO PAY THEM FOR DAMAGE THEY DID TO MY V...

Oct 13, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

I AM HAVING A PROBLEM WITH THE SERVICE CENTER. THEY REMOVED A PART FROM MY CAR AND TOLD ME IT WAS BROKEN WHEN IT WASN'T. THEN THEY ARE TRYING TO CHARGE ME FOR IT. THEY SAID ANOTHER PART WAS BROKEN, BUT THEY BROKE IT. THEY ARE COMMITTING FRAUD. I DON'T WANT TO PAY THEM FOR DAMAGE THEY DID TO MY V...

Oct 2, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

TS

Oct 2, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

TS

Oct 1, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE BRAKE PAD MAKES A GRIDDING NOISE,FEELS LIKE WHEEL IS ABOUT TO FALL OFF,PROBLEM ONLY EXSITS IN THE MORNING.HAD VEHICLE SERVICED,BRAKE PAD AND ROTOR ARE FINE. DEALER STATES THE CONDENSATION FROM THE HUMIDITY CAUSES MOSITURE AND MAKES THE ROTOR RUST,THAT CAUSES THE NOISE.CANNOT ...

Oct 1, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

MY NEON HAS 16,000 MILES ON IT AND THE TIRES HAVE SCREECHED SINCE I IBOUGHT THE CAR. THE DEALERSHIP SAID THAT IS NORMAL IN RAINY WEATHER. WELL THE WEATHER IS NO LONGER RAINY AND CHRYSLER REFUSES TO STAND BEHIND THEIR BRAKES. THEY TOLD ME I NEED NEW BRAKES SHOES AND THE ROTORS SHAVED AND THEY E...

Oct 1, 2002 Tires

MY NEON HAS 16,000 MILES ON IT AND THE TIRES HAVE SCREECHED SINCE I IBOUGHT THE CAR. THE DEALERSHIP SAID THAT IS NORMAL IN RAINY WEATHER. WELL THE WEATHER IS NO LONGER RAINY AND CHRYSLER REFUSES TO STAND BEHIND THEIR BRAKES. THEY TOLD ME I NEED NEW BRAKES SHOES AND THE ROTORS SHAVED AND THEY E...

Oct 1, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE BRAKE PAD MAKES A GRIDDING NOISE,FEELS LIKE WHEEL IS ABOUT TO FALL OFF,PROBLEM ONLY EXSITS IN THE MORNING.HAD VEHICLE SERVICED,BRAKE PAD AND ROTOR ARE FINE. DEALER STATES THE CONDENSATION FROM THE HUMIDITY CAUSES MOSITURE AND MAKES THE ROTOR RUST,THAT CAUSES THE NOISE.CANNOT ...

Oct 1, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

MY NEON HAS 16,000 MILES ON IT AND THE TIRES HAVE SCREECHED SINCE I IBOUGHT THE CAR. THE DEALERSHIP SAID THAT IS NORMAL IN RAINY WEATHER. WELL THE WEATHER IS NO LONGER RAINY AND CHRYSLER REFUSES TO STAND BEHIND THEIR BRAKES. THEY TOLD ME I NEED NEW BRAKES SHOES AND THE ROTORS SHAVED AND THEY E...

Oct 1, 2002 Tires

MY NEON HAS 16,000 MILES ON IT AND THE TIRES HAVE SCREECHED SINCE I IBOUGHT THE CAR. THE DEALERSHIP SAID THAT IS NORMAL IN RAINY WEATHER. WELL THE WEATHER IS NO LONGER RAINY AND CHRYSLER REFUSES TO STAND BEHIND THEIR BRAKES. THEY TOLD ME I NEED NEW BRAKES SHOES AND THE ROTORS SHAVED AND THEY E...

Sep 3, 2002 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER'S VEHICLE COLLIDED WITH ANOTHER CAR FROM REAR AT APPROXIMATELY 40MPH. UPON IMPACT, BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY.*AK

Sep 3, 2002 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER'S VEHICLE COLLIDED WITH ANOTHER CAR FROM REAR AT APPROXIMATELY 40MPH. UPON IMPACT, BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY.*AK

Aug 27, 2002 Steering

WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE WILL START TO PULSATE AT ANY SPEED. ALSO, EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. CONTACTED DEALER. *AK THE CONSUMER STATES THE FOLLOWING AS PROBLEMS OCCURED: THE PASSENGER AIR BAG, THROTTLE BLADE ICING, DEFECTIVE ROTORS, CHARGING SYSTEM OVER CHARGING-NO TROUBLE CODES;...

Aug 27, 2002 Electrical System

WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE WILL START TO PULSATE AT ANY SPEED. ALSO, EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. CONTACTED DEALER. *AK THE CONSUMER STATES THE FOLLOWING AS PROBLEMS OCCURED: THE PASSENGER AIR BAG, THROTTLE BLADE ICING, DEFECTIVE ROTORS, CHARGING SYSTEM OVER CHARGING-NO TROUBLE CODES;...

Aug 27, 2002 Equipment

WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE WILL START TO PULSATE AT ANY SPEED. ALSO, EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. CONTACTED DEALER. *AK THE CONSUMER STATES THE FOLLOWING AS PROBLEMS OCCURED: THE PASSENGER AIR BAG, THROTTLE BLADE ICING, DEFECTIVE ROTORS, CHARGING SYSTEM OVER CHARGING-NO TROUBLE CODES;...

Aug 27, 2002 Air Bags

WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE WILL START TO PULSATE AT ANY SPEED. ALSO, EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. CONTACTED DEALER. *AK THE CONSUMER STATES THE FOLLOWING AS PROBLEMS OCCURED: THE PASSENGER AIR BAG, THROTTLE BLADE ICING, DEFECTIVE ROTORS, CHARGING SYSTEM OVER CHARGING-NO TROUBLE CODES;...

Aug 27, 2002 Electrical System

WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE WILL START TO PULSATE AT ANY SPEED. ALSO, EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. CONTACTED DEALER. *AK THE CONSUMER STATES THE FOLLOWING AS PROBLEMS OCCURED: THE PASSENGER AIR BAG, THROTTLE BLADE ICING, DEFECTIVE ROTORS, CHARGING SYSTEM OVER CHARGING-NO TROUBLE CODES;...

Aug 27, 2002 Power Train

WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE WILL START TO PULSATE AT ANY SPEED. ALSO, EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. CONTACTED DEALER. *AK THE CONSUMER STATES THE FOLLOWING AS PROBLEMS OCCURED: THE PASSENGER AIR BAG, THROTTLE BLADE ICING, DEFECTIVE ROTORS, CHARGING SYSTEM OVER CHARGING-NO TROUBLE CODES;...

Aug 27, 2002 Fuel System, Gasoline

WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE WILL START TO PULSATE AT ANY SPEED. ALSO, EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. CONTACTED DEALER. *AK THE CONSUMER STATES THE FOLLOWING AS PROBLEMS OCCURED: THE PASSENGER AIR BAG, THROTTLE BLADE ICING, DEFECTIVE ROTORS, CHARGING SYSTEM OVER CHARGING-NO TROUBLE CODES;...

Aug 27, 2002 Fuel System, Gasoline

WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE WILL START TO PULSATE AT ANY SPEED. ALSO, EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. CONTACTED DEALER. *AK THE CONSUMER STATES THE FOLLOWING AS PROBLEMS OCCURED: THE PASSENGER AIR BAG, THROTTLE BLADE ICING, DEFECTIVE ROTORS, CHARGING SYSTEM OVER CHARGING-NO TROUBLE CODES;...

Aug 27, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE WILL START TO PULSATE AT ANY SPEED. ALSO, EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. CONTACTED DEALER. *AK THE CONSUMER STATES THE FOLLOWING AS PROBLEMS OCCURED: THE PASSENGER AIR BAG, THROTTLE BLADE ICING, DEFECTIVE ROTORS, CHARGING SYSTEM OVER CHARGING-NO TROUBLE CODES;...

Aug 27, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE WILL START TO PULSATE AT ANY SPEED. ALSO, EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. CONTACTED DEALER. *AK THE CONSUMER STATES THE FOLLOWING AS PROBLEMS OCCURED: THE PASSENGER AIR BAG, THROTTLE BLADE ICING, DEFECTIVE ROTORS, CHARGING SYSTEM OVER CHARGING-NO TROUBLE CODES;...

Aug 27, 2002 Equipment

WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE WILL START TO PULSATE AT ANY SPEED. ALSO, EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. CONTACTED DEALER. *AK THE CONSUMER STATES THE FOLLOWING AS PROBLEMS OCCURED: THE PASSENGER AIR BAG, THROTTLE BLADE ICING, DEFECTIVE ROTORS, CHARGING SYSTEM OVER CHARGING-NO TROUBLE CODES;...

Aug 27, 2002 Power Train

WHEN PUTTING VEHICLE INTO REVERSE IT WILL START TO SHAKE AND VIBRATE REAL HARD, IT WILL LAST UNTIL VEHICLE IS TAKEN OUT OF REVERSE. CONTACTED DEALER. *AK

Aug 27, 2002 Steering

WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE WILL START TO PULSATE AT ANY SPEED. ALSO, EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. CONTACTED DEALER. *AK THE CONSUMER STATES THE FOLLOWING AS PROBLEMS OCCURED: THE PASSENGER AIR BAG, THROTTLE BLADE ICING, DEFECTIVE ROTORS, CHARGING SYSTEM OVER CHARGING-NO TROUBLE CODES;...

Aug 27, 2002 Electrical System

WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE WILL START TO PULSATE AT ANY SPEED. ALSO, EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. CONTACTED DEALER. *AK THE CONSUMER STATES THE FOLLOWING AS PROBLEMS OCCURED: THE PASSENGER AIR BAG, THROTTLE BLADE ICING, DEFECTIVE ROTORS, CHARGING SYSTEM OVER CHARGING-NO TROUBLE CODES;...

Aug 27, 2002 Equipment

WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE WILL START TO PULSATE AT ANY SPEED. ALSO, EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. CONTACTED DEALER. *AK THE CONSUMER STATES THE FOLLOWING AS PROBLEMS OCCURED: THE PASSENGER AIR BAG, THROTTLE BLADE ICING, DEFECTIVE ROTORS, CHARGING SYSTEM OVER CHARGING-NO TROUBLE CODES;...

Aug 27, 2002 Air Bags

WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE WILL START TO PULSATE AT ANY SPEED. ALSO, EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. CONTACTED DEALER. *AK THE CONSUMER STATES THE FOLLOWING AS PROBLEMS OCCURED: THE PASSENGER AIR BAG, THROTTLE BLADE ICING, DEFECTIVE ROTORS, CHARGING SYSTEM OVER CHARGING-NO TROUBLE CODES;...

Aug 27, 2002 Electrical System

WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE WILL START TO PULSATE AT ANY SPEED. ALSO, EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. CONTACTED DEALER. *AK THE CONSUMER STATES THE FOLLOWING AS PROBLEMS OCCURED: THE PASSENGER AIR BAG, THROTTLE BLADE ICING, DEFECTIVE ROTORS, CHARGING SYSTEM OVER CHARGING-NO TROUBLE CODES;...

Aug 27, 2002 Power Train

WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE WILL START TO PULSATE AT ANY SPEED. ALSO, EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. CONTACTED DEALER. *AK THE CONSUMER STATES THE FOLLOWING AS PROBLEMS OCCURED: THE PASSENGER AIR BAG, THROTTLE BLADE ICING, DEFECTIVE ROTORS, CHARGING SYSTEM OVER CHARGING-NO TROUBLE CODES;...

Aug 27, 2002 Fuel System, Gasoline

WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE WILL START TO PULSATE AT ANY SPEED. ALSO, EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. CONTACTED DEALER. *AK THE CONSUMER STATES THE FOLLOWING AS PROBLEMS OCCURED: THE PASSENGER AIR BAG, THROTTLE BLADE ICING, DEFECTIVE ROTORS, CHARGING SYSTEM OVER CHARGING-NO TROUBLE CODES;...

Aug 27, 2002 Fuel System, Gasoline

WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE WILL START TO PULSATE AT ANY SPEED. ALSO, EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. CONTACTED DEALER. *AK THE CONSUMER STATES THE FOLLOWING AS PROBLEMS OCCURED: THE PASSENGER AIR BAG, THROTTLE BLADE ICING, DEFECTIVE ROTORS, CHARGING SYSTEM OVER CHARGING-NO TROUBLE CODES;...

Aug 27, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE WILL START TO PULSATE AT ANY SPEED. ALSO, EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. CONTACTED DEALER. *AK THE CONSUMER STATES THE FOLLOWING AS PROBLEMS OCCURED: THE PASSENGER AIR BAG, THROTTLE BLADE ICING, DEFECTIVE ROTORS, CHARGING SYSTEM OVER CHARGING-NO TROUBLE CODES;...

Aug 27, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE WILL START TO PULSATE AT ANY SPEED. ALSO, EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. CONTACTED DEALER. *AK THE CONSUMER STATES THE FOLLOWING AS PROBLEMS OCCURED: THE PASSENGER AIR BAG, THROTTLE BLADE ICING, DEFECTIVE ROTORS, CHARGING SYSTEM OVER CHARGING-NO TROUBLE CODES;...

Aug 27, 2002 Equipment

WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE WILL START TO PULSATE AT ANY SPEED. ALSO, EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. CONTACTED DEALER. *AK THE CONSUMER STATES THE FOLLOWING AS PROBLEMS OCCURED: THE PASSENGER AIR BAG, THROTTLE BLADE ICING, DEFECTIVE ROTORS, CHARGING SYSTEM OVER CHARGING-NO TROUBLE CODES;...

Aug 27, 2002 Power Train

WHEN PUTTING VEHICLE INTO REVERSE IT WILL START TO SHAKE AND VIBRATE REAL HARD, IT WILL LAST UNTIL VEHICLE IS TAKEN OUT OF REVERSE. CONTACTED DEALER. *AK

Aug 7, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

CAR RUNS VERY ROUGH. IDLES ROUGH. WHEN SHIFTING GEARS CAR "JERKS" EXCESSIVLY. WHEN TRYING TO MAINTAIN THE CAR AT A STEADY SPEED THE CAR "ROCKS AND JERKS" UNTIL ACCELERATION. CAR DOES NOT WANT TO STAY RUNNING. WHEN TAKING OFF FROM A STOP THE CAR WILL START TO TAKE OFF AND DIE. VERY DANGEROUS T...

Aug 7, 2002 Visibility

OCCASIONALLY WHEN PUTTING DRIVER SIDE WINDOW DOWN, ALL GAUGES GO UP AND DOWN, AND THERE IS A LOUD CHIMMING NOISE. TRANSMISSION WENT @ 50,000 MI. CHRYSLER PAID HALF AT DEALERSHIPS REQUEST, AFTER CAR WAS SERVICED, I SENT CHRYSLER A LETTER EXPLAINING ALL OF MY PROBLEMS, AND RESPONSE WAS: DEALERSHIP HA...

Aug 7, 2002 Power Train

OCCASIONALLY WHEN PUTTING DRIVER SIDE WINDOW DOWN, ALL GAUGES GO UP AND DOWN, AND THERE IS A LOUD CHIMMING NOISE. TRANSMISSION WENT @ 50,000 MI. CHRYSLER PAID HALF AT DEALERSHIPS REQUEST, AFTER CAR WAS SERVICED, I SENT CHRYSLER A LETTER EXPLAINING ALL OF MY PROBLEMS, AND RESPONSE WAS: DEALERSHIP HA...

Aug 7, 2002 Unknown Or Other

OCCASIONALLY WHEN PUTTING DRIVER SIDE WINDOW DOWN, ALL GAUGES GO UP AND DOWN, AND THERE IS A LOUD CHIMMING NOISE. TRANSMISSION WENT @ 50,000 MI. CHRYSLER PAID HALF AT DEALERSHIPS REQUEST, AFTER CAR WAS SERVICED, I SENT CHRYSLER A LETTER EXPLAINING ALL OF MY PROBLEMS, AND RESPONSE WAS: DEALERSHIP HA...

Aug 7, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

CAR RUNS VERY ROUGH. IDLES ROUGH. WHEN SHIFTING GEARS CAR "JERKS" EXCESSIVLY. WHEN TRYING TO MAINTAIN THE CAR AT A STEADY SPEED THE CAR "ROCKS AND JERKS" UNTIL ACCELERATION. CAR DOES NOT WANT TO STAY RUNNING. WHEN TAKING OFF FROM A STOP THE CAR WILL START TO TAKE OFF AND DIE. VERY DANGEROUS T...

Aug 7, 2002 Visibility

OCCASIONALLY WHEN PUTTING DRIVER SIDE WINDOW DOWN, ALL GAUGES GO UP AND DOWN, AND THERE IS A LOUD CHIMMING NOISE. TRANSMISSION WENT @ 50,000 MI. CHRYSLER PAID HALF AT DEALERSHIPS REQUEST, AFTER CAR WAS SERVICED, I SENT CHRYSLER A LETTER EXPLAINING ALL OF MY PROBLEMS, AND RESPONSE WAS: DEALERSHIP HA...

Aug 7, 2002 Power Train

OCCASIONALLY WHEN PUTTING DRIVER SIDE WINDOW DOWN, ALL GAUGES GO UP AND DOWN, AND THERE IS A LOUD CHIMMING NOISE. TRANSMISSION WENT @ 50,000 MI. CHRYSLER PAID HALF AT DEALERSHIPS REQUEST, AFTER CAR WAS SERVICED, I SENT CHRYSLER A LETTER EXPLAINING ALL OF MY PROBLEMS, AND RESPONSE WAS: DEALERSHIP HA...

Aug 7, 2002 Unknown Or Other

OCCASIONALLY WHEN PUTTING DRIVER SIDE WINDOW DOWN, ALL GAUGES GO UP AND DOWN, AND THERE IS A LOUD CHIMMING NOISE. TRANSMISSION WENT @ 50,000 MI. CHRYSLER PAID HALF AT DEALERSHIPS REQUEST, AFTER CAR WAS SERVICED, I SENT CHRYSLER A LETTER EXPLAINING ALL OF MY PROBLEMS, AND RESPONSE WAS: DEALERSHIP HA...

Jul 29, 2002 Air Bags

A CRACK ON PASSENGER SIDE DASHBOARD WHERE AIR BAGS WILL COME OUT IF DEPLOYED.AFRAID THAT AIR BAG WILL DEPLOY WITHOUT VEHICLE BEING IN AN ACCIDENT.*AK

Jul 29, 2002 Air Bags

A CRACK ON PASSENGER SIDE DASHBOARD WHERE AIR BAGS WILL COME OUT IF DEPLOYED.AFRAID THAT AIR BAG WILL DEPLOY WITHOUT VEHICLE BEING IN AN ACCIDENT.*AK

Jul 16, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

A WHISTLING NOISE WHEN BRAKES WERE APPLIED WAS A RESULT OF SPRING CLIP ON BACK OF BRAKES THAT GO INTO PISTON, RUSTED OFF. THIS CAN CAUSE LOSS OF BRAKE POWER.*AK

Jul 16, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

A WHISTLING NOISE WHEN BRAKES WERE APPLIED WAS A RESULT OF SPRING CLIP ON BACK OF BRAKES THAT GO INTO PISTON, RUSTED OFF. THIS CAN CAUSE LOSS OF BRAKE POWER.*AK

Jul 10, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE DRIVING CRUISE CONTROL WILL ENGAGE WITHOUT WARNING IF PREVIOUSLY TURNED ON/OFF DURING THE SAME TRIP. CONSUMER VERY CONCERNED BECAUSE CAR WILL REVERT TO PREVIOUS CRUISE SPEED. DEALER COULD NOT DUPLICATE PROBLEM. *AK CONSUMER STATED THAT CRUISE CONTROL DISENGAGES ONLY IF THE CANCEL BUTTON IS PR...

Jul 10, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE DRIVING CRUISE CONTROL WILL ENGAGE WITHOUT WARNING IF PREVIOUSLY TURNED ON/OFF DURING THE SAME TRIP. CONSUMER VERY CONCERNED BECAUSE CAR WILL REVERT TO PREVIOUS CRUISE SPEED. DEALER COULD NOT DUPLICATE PROBLEM. *AK CONSUMER STATED THAT CRUISE CONTROL DISENGAGES ONLY IF THE CANCEL BUTTON IS PR...

Jul 9, 2002 Steering

STEERING BECAME HARD WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH. VEHICLE TAKEN TO DEALER, AND INFORMED CONSUMER THAT POWER STEERING PUMP FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Jul 9, 2002 Steering

STEERING BECAME HARD WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH. VEHICLE TAKEN TO DEALER, AND INFORMED CONSUMER THAT POWER STEERING PUMP FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Jun 25, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

ABS FAILED ,FRONT BRAKES LOCKED REAR BRAKES FAILED, AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, SEAT BELT DID NOT LOCK DURING COLLISION. *AK

Jun 25, 2002 Air Bags Crash

ABS FAILED ,FRONT BRAKES LOCKED REAR BRAKES FAILED, AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, SEAT BELT DID NOT LOCK DURING COLLISION. *AK

Jun 25, 2002 Seat Belts Crash

ABS FAILED ,FRONT BRAKES LOCKED REAR BRAKES FAILED, AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, SEAT BELT DID NOT LOCK DURING COLLISION. *AK

Jun 25, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

ABS FAILED ,FRONT BRAKES LOCKED REAR BRAKES FAILED, AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, SEAT BELT DID NOT LOCK DURING COLLISION. *AK

Jun 25, 2002 Air Bags Crash

ABS FAILED ,FRONT BRAKES LOCKED REAR BRAKES FAILED, AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, SEAT BELT DID NOT LOCK DURING COLLISION. *AK

Jun 25, 2002 Seat Belts Crash

ABS FAILED ,FRONT BRAKES LOCKED REAR BRAKES FAILED, AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, SEAT BELT DID NOT LOCK DURING COLLISION. *AK

Jun 13, 2002 Air Bags Crash

ANOTHER DRIVER AT 30 TO 35 MPH, HIT CONSUMER MID-FRONT SECTION, AND NONE OF THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED.*AK

Jun 13, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE DRIVING AT 60 MPH AND TURNING CRUISE CONTROL ON VEHICLE JUMPED TO 90 MPH, AND CONSUMER COULD NOT RELEASE CRUISE CONTROL. CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER WAS NOT WILLING TO DO ANYTHING.*AK

Jun 13, 2002 Air Bags Crash

ANOTHER DRIVER AT 30 TO 35 MPH, HIT CONSUMER MID-FRONT SECTION, AND NONE OF THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED.*AK

Jun 13, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE DRIVING AT 60 MPH AND TURNING CRUISE CONTROL ON VEHICLE JUMPED TO 90 MPH, AND CONSUMER COULD NOT RELEASE CRUISE CONTROL. CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER WAS NOT WILLING TO DO ANYTHING.*AK

Jun 9, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

HEAD GASKET FAILURE AT 60000 SERVICE TECH CLAIMS A LARGE PORTION OF THE SAME VEHICLES ARE COMING IN WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. HE WARNED ME OF THIS EVEN BEFORE HE PULLED THE CAR IN. THIS SHOP DOES NOT DO HEAD GASKET SERVICE, SO HE HAD NOTHING TO GAIN BY POINTING THAT OUT TO ME. *AKI

Jun 9, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

HEAD GASKET FAILURE AT 60000 SERVICE TECH CLAIMS A LARGE PORTION OF THE SAME VEHICLES ARE COMING IN WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. HE WARNED ME OF THIS EVEN BEFORE HE PULLED THE CAR IN. THIS SHOP DOES NOT DO HEAD GASKET SERVICE, SO HE HAD NOTHING TO GAIN BY POINTING THAT OUT TO ME. *AKI

Jun 7, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER STATES THAT THE BRAKES MAKE A RUBBING AND WHINING NOISE CONTINUOUSLY. *YH

Jun 7, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE OIL WAS LEAKING FROM OIL PAN DUE TO OIL PAN GASKET FAILURE. *YH

Jun 7, 2002 Steering

CONSUMER STATES THAT THE POWER STEERING MAKES RUBBING AND WINNING NOISES WHEN THE VEHICLE TURNS. *YH

Jun 7, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER STATES THAT THE BRAKES MAKE A RUBBING AND WHINING NOISE CONTINUOUSLY. *YH

Jun 7, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE OIL WAS LEAKING FROM OIL PAN DUE TO OIL PAN GASKET FAILURE. *YH

Jun 7, 2002 Steering

CONSUMER STATES THAT THE POWER STEERING MAKES RUBBING AND WINNING NOISES WHEN THE VEHICLE TURNS. *YH

May 9, 2002 Steering

DEALERSHIPS HAVE TOLD ME REPEATDLY THE PROBLEMS I HAVE HAD WITH MY CAR ARE ALL IN MY HEAD. NO SAFETY DEFECT LISTED. *AK

May 9, 2002 Electrical System

DEALERSHIPS HAVE TOLD ME REPEATDLY THE PROBLEMS I HAVE HAD WITH MY CAR ARE ALL IN MY HEAD. NO SAFETY DEFECT LISTED. *AK

May 9, 2002 Power Train

DEALERSHIPS HAVE TOLD ME REPEATDLY THE PROBLEMS I HAVE HAD WITH MY CAR ARE ALL IN MY HEAD. NO SAFETY DEFECT LISTED. *AK

May 9, 2002 Steering

DEALERSHIPS HAVE TOLD ME REPEATDLY THE PROBLEMS I HAVE HAD WITH MY CAR ARE ALL IN MY HEAD. NO SAFETY DEFECT LISTED. *AK

May 9, 2002 Electrical System

DEALERSHIPS HAVE TOLD ME REPEATDLY THE PROBLEMS I HAVE HAD WITH MY CAR ARE ALL IN MY HEAD. NO SAFETY DEFECT LISTED. *AK

May 9, 2002 Power Train

DEALERSHIPS HAVE TOLD ME REPEATDLY THE PROBLEMS I HAVE HAD WITH MY CAR ARE ALL IN MY HEAD. NO SAFETY DEFECT LISTED. *AK

Apr 26, 2002 Tires

WHEN APPLYING BRAKES THERE IS A LOUD HOWLING NOISE, DEALER DETERMINED IT WAS THE FIRESTONE TIRES THAT WERE MAKINF THE NOISE.*AK.*MJ

Apr 26, 2002 Tires

WHEN APPLYING BRAKES THERE IS A LOUD HOWLING NOISE, DEALER DETERMINED IT WAS THE FIRESTONE TIRES THAT WERE MAKINF THE NOISE.*AK.*MJ

Apr 25, 2002 Seat Belts Crash

VEHICLE WAS GOING 35MPH ON DRY ROAD, AND SEAT BELTS DIDN'T HOLD UPON IMPACT. CONSUMER'S VEHICLE HIT TWO OTHER VEHICLES, BUT ONLY ONE WAS HIT HEAD ON. DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED, BUT VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. CONSUMER'S NOSE WAS PARTIALLY SEVERED FROM STEERING WHEEL DUE TO SEAT BELTS NOT HOL...

Apr 25, 2002 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE WAS IN A FULL FRONTAL COLLISION WHILE GOING APPROXIMATELY 25-30MPH. AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY, CAUSING AN INJURY. MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND STATED VEHICLE DID NOT MEET CRITERIA FOR AIRBAG TO DEPLOY. VEHICLE IS TOTALED. *AK DRIVER SUSTAINED MAJOR INJURIES, PASSENGER SUSTAINED MINOR INJURIE...

Apr 25, 2002 Seat Belts Crash

VEHICLE WAS GOING 35MPH ON DRY ROAD, AND SEAT BELTS DIDN'T HOLD UPON IMPACT. CONSUMER'S VEHICLE HIT TWO OTHER VEHICLES, BUT ONLY ONE WAS HIT HEAD ON. DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED, BUT VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. CONSUMER'S NOSE WAS PARTIALLY SEVERED FROM STEERING WHEEL DUE TO SEAT BELTS NOT HOL...

Apr 25, 2002 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE WAS IN A FULL FRONTAL COLLISION WHILE GOING APPROXIMATELY 25-30MPH. AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY, CAUSING AN INJURY. MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND STATED VEHICLE DID NOT MEET CRITERIA FOR AIRBAG TO DEPLOY. VEHICLE IS TOTALED. *AK DRIVER SUSTAINED MAJOR INJURIES, PASSENGER SUSTAINED MINOR INJURIE...

Apr 22, 2002 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT 35-45 MPH CONSUMER FLIPPED VEHICLE OVER SEVERAL, TIMES BUT NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. CONTACTED DEALER, AND THE DEALER WAS NOT WILLING TO DO ANYTHING.*AK

Apr 22, 2002 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE WAS GOING 35MPH ON DRY ROAD. FRONT AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY UPON IMPACT CONSUMER'S VEHICLE HIT TWO VEHICLES, BUT ONLY ONE HEAD ON. FRONT AIRBAGS ON BOTH SIDES DID NOT DEPLOY. DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED BUT THE VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. THE CONSUMER'S NOSE WAS SEVERED FROM THE STEERING W...

Apr 22, 2002 Visibility Crash

VEHICLE WAS GOING 35MPH ON DRY ROAD. FRONT AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY UPON IMPACT CONSUMER'S VEHICLE HIT TWO VEHICLES, BUT ONLY ONE HEAD ON. FRONT AIRBAGS ON BOTH SIDES DID NOT DEPLOY. DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED BUT THE VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. THE CONSUMER'S NOSE WAS SEVERED FROM THE STEERING W...

Apr 22, 2002 Seat Belts Crash

VEHICLE WAS GOING 35MPH ON DRY ROAD. FRONT AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY UPON IMPACT CONSUMER'S VEHICLE HIT TWO VEHICLES, BUT ONLY ONE HEAD ON. FRONT AIRBAGS ON BOTH SIDES DID NOT DEPLOY. DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED BUT THE VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. THE CONSUMER'S NOSE WAS SEVERED FROM THE STEERING W...

Apr 22, 2002 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT 35-45 MPH CONSUMER FLIPPED VEHICLE OVER SEVERAL, TIMES BUT NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. CONTACTED DEALER, AND THE DEALER WAS NOT WILLING TO DO ANYTHING.*AK

Apr 22, 2002 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE WAS GOING 35MPH ON DRY ROAD. FRONT AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY UPON IMPACT CONSUMER'S VEHICLE HIT TWO VEHICLES, BUT ONLY ONE HEAD ON. FRONT AIRBAGS ON BOTH SIDES DID NOT DEPLOY. DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED BUT THE VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. THE CONSUMER'S NOSE WAS SEVERED FROM THE STEERING W...

Apr 22, 2002 Visibility Crash

VEHICLE WAS GOING 35MPH ON DRY ROAD. FRONT AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY UPON IMPACT CONSUMER'S VEHICLE HIT TWO VEHICLES, BUT ONLY ONE HEAD ON. FRONT AIRBAGS ON BOTH SIDES DID NOT DEPLOY. DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED BUT THE VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. THE CONSUMER'S NOSE WAS SEVERED FROM THE STEERING W...

Apr 22, 2002 Seat Belts Crash

VEHICLE WAS GOING 35MPH ON DRY ROAD. FRONT AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY UPON IMPACT CONSUMER'S VEHICLE HIT TWO VEHICLES, BUT ONLY ONE HEAD ON. FRONT AIRBAGS ON BOTH SIDES DID NOT DEPLOY. DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED BUT THE VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. THE CONSUMER'S NOSE WAS SEVERED FROM THE STEERING W...

Apr 11, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

MY CAR WAS TOTALED AFTER BEING INVOLVED IN AN AUTOMOTIVE ACCIDENT ON OCTOBER 29, 2000. AS I EXITED SR - 869 AT ATLANTIC BLVD I APPLIED MY BRAKES AND THEY FAILED . THIS FAILURE CAUSED MY VEH TO CRASH INTO ANOTHER VEH AND THAT VEH HIT THE VEH IN FRONT OF IT. THE DRIVER OF VEH 2 SUSTAINED INJURI...

Apr 11, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

MY CAR WAS TOTALED AFTER BEING INVOLVED IN AN AUTOMOTIVE ACCIDENT ON OCTOBER 29, 2000. AS I EXITED SR - 869 AT ATLANTIC BLVD I APPLIED MY BRAKES AND THEY FAILED . THIS FAILURE CAUSED MY VEH TO CRASH INTO ANOTHER VEH AND THAT VEH HIT THE VEH IN FRONT OF IT. THE DRIVER OF VEH 2 SUSTAINED INJURI...

Apr 9, 2002 Air Bags Crash

WHEN VEHICLE WAS HIT HEAD-ON AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY.*AK

Apr 9, 2002 Air Bags Crash

WHEN VEHICLE WAS HIT HEAD-ON AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY.*AK

Apr 8, 2002 Suspension

WHEN DRIVING, STEERING WOULD MAKE GRINDING NOISES WHEN TURNING EITHER RIGHT OR LEFT. THIS CAUSES STEERING TO BE HARD TO TURN. PROBLEM IS INTERMITTENT. HAD TAKEN VEHICLE TO DEALER AND NOTHING WAS FOUND.*AK *YH

Apr 8, 2002 Steering

WHEN DRIVING, STEERING WOULD MAKE GRINDING NOISES WHEN TURNING EITHER RIGHT OR LEFT. THIS CAUSES STEERING TO BE HARD TO TURN. PROBLEM IS INTERMITTENT. HAD TAKEN VEHICLE TO DEALER AND NOTHING WAS FOUND.*AK *YH

Apr 8, 2002 Suspension

WHEN DRIVING, STEERING WOULD MAKE GRINDING NOISES WHEN TURNING EITHER RIGHT OR LEFT. THIS CAUSES STEERING TO BE HARD TO TURN. PROBLEM IS INTERMITTENT. HAD TAKEN VEHICLE TO DEALER AND NOTHING WAS FOUND.*AK *YH

Apr 8, 2002 Steering

WHEN DRIVING, STEERING WOULD MAKE GRINDING NOISES WHEN TURNING EITHER RIGHT OR LEFT. THIS CAUSES STEERING TO BE HARD TO TURN. PROBLEM IS INTERMITTENT. HAD TAKEN VEHICLE TO DEALER AND NOTHING WAS FOUND.*AK *YH

Apr 5, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHENEVER BRAKES ARE APPLIED TO SLOW DOWN, WOULD MAKE A LOUD NOISE BEFORE VEHICLE STOPS. HAS TAKEN VEHICLE TO ANOTHER DEALER WHO CORRECTED THE PROBLEM. HAD THE BRAKE PADS AND ROTORS FIXED. *JG

Apr 5, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHENEVER BRAKES ARE APPLIED TO SLOW DOWN, WOULD MAKE A LOUD NOISE BEFORE VEHICLE STOPS. HAS TAKEN VEHICLE TO ANOTHER DEALER WHO CORRECTED THE PROBLEM. HAD THE BRAKE PADS AND ROTORS FIXED. *JG

Mar 20, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 35 MPH, STEPPED ON BRAKES PEDAL BUT BRAKES DID NOT ACTIVATE, AND PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. VEHICLE HAD CRASHED INTO THE GUARDRAIL. DEALER HAD NOT BEEN CONTACTED. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION.*AK

Mar 20, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER HAD NOTICED A PIN HOLE ON RADIATOR WATER HOSE WHICH HAD TO BE REPLACED. DEALER COULD NOT DETERMIBE HOW IT WAS CAUSED. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION. *AK

Mar 20, 2002 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 35 MPH AND WHEN APPLYING BRAKES LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE AND CRASHED INTO GUARDRAILS. UPON IMPACT, AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION.*AK

Mar 20, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 35 MPH AND WHEN APPLYING BRAKES LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE AND CRASHED INTO GUARDRAILS. UPON IMPACT, AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION.*AK

Mar 20, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 35 MPH, STEPPED ON BRAKES PEDAL BUT BRAKES DID NOT ACTIVATE, AND PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. VEHICLE HAD CRASHED INTO THE GUARDRAIL. DEALER HAD NOT BEEN CONTACTED. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION.*AK

Mar 20, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER HAD NOTICED A PIN HOLE ON RADIATOR WATER HOSE WHICH HAD TO BE REPLACED. DEALER COULD NOT DETERMIBE HOW IT WAS CAUSED. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION. *AK

Mar 20, 2002 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 35 MPH AND WHEN APPLYING BRAKES LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE AND CRASHED INTO GUARDRAILS. UPON IMPACT, AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION.*AK

Mar 20, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 35 MPH AND WHEN APPLYING BRAKES LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE AND CRASHED INTO GUARDRAILS. UPON IMPACT, AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION.*AK

Mar 19, 2002 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING AT 40 MPH WHEN ANOTHER VEHICLE STRUCK CONSUMER'S VEHICLE ON LEFT FRONT SIDE. UPON IMPACT, AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Mar 19, 2002 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING AT 40 MPH WHEN ANOTHER VEHICLE STRUCK CONSUMER'S VEHICLE ON LEFT FRONT SIDE. UPON IMPACT, AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Mar 10, 2002 Air Bags Crash

BOTH AIRBAGS FAILED UPON VEHICLE REAR-ENDING A LARGER VEHICLE. *AK

Mar 10, 2002 Air Bags Crash

BOTH AIRBAGS FAILED UPON VEHICLE REAR-ENDING A LARGER VEHICLE. *AK

Mar 8, 2002 Air Bags

CONSUMER IS STATING THAT HER DAUGHTER, LORA BETH, WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD ON COLLISION AND KILLED. SHE WAS DRIVING AT 35-40 MPH. SHE WAS WEARING A SAFETY BELT, AND THE AIRBAG DEPLOYED. SHE WAS SITTING AT LEAST 10 INCHES FROM THE STEERING WHEEL, AND WAS 5 FEET 7 INCHES TALL. PARENTS BELIEVE THE DEPL...

Mar 8, 2002 Air Bags

CONSUMER IS STATING THAT HER DAUGHTER, LORA BETH, WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD ON COLLISION AND KILLED. SHE WAS DRIVING AT 35-40 MPH. SHE WAS WEARING A SAFETY BELT, AND THE AIRBAG DEPLOYED. SHE WAS SITTING AT LEAST 10 INCHES FROM THE STEERING WHEEL, AND WAS 5 FEET 7 INCHES TALL. PARENTS BELIEVE THE DEPL...

Mar 7, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

VEHICLE WAS TURNED ON AND IN PARK WHEN IT SUDDENLY LURCHED FORWARD, KNOCKING CONSUMER DOWN AND UNCONSCIOUS. BEFORE STOPPING, VEHICLE TURNED IN A COUNTER CLOCKWISE MOTION, DESTROYING ALL OBJECTS IN ITS PATH. . DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED.*AK

Mar 7, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

VEHICLE WAS TURNED ON AND IN PARK WHEN IT SUDDENLY LURCHED FORWARD, KNOCKING CONSUMER DOWN AND UNCONSCIOUS. BEFORE STOPPING, VEHICLE TURNED IN A COUNTER CLOCKWISE MOTION, DESTROYING ALL OBJECTS IN ITS PATH. . DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED.*AK

Feb 28, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

HEAD GASKET IS LEAKING COOLANT ONTO ENGINE. DEALER HAS INSPECTED VEHICLE.*AK*YH

Feb 28, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

HEAD GASKET IS LEAKING COOLANT ONTO ENGINE. DEALER HAS INSPECTED VEHICLE.*AK*YH

Feb 20, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

WHILE DRIVING 35 TO 40MPH APPLIED BRAKES AND THEY WOULD NOT OERATE PROPERLY, CAUSING VEHICLE TO REAREND ANOTHER VEHICLE. VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. DRIVER WAS INJURED. *AK

Feb 20, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

WHILE DRIVING 35 TO 40MPH APPLIED BRAKES AND THEY WOULD NOT OERATE PROPERLY, CAUSING VEHICLE TO REAREND ANOTHER VEHICLE. VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. DRIVER WAS INJURED. *AK

Feb 14, 2002 Air Bags Crash

WHILE TRAVELING AT 35 TO 40 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE TRAVELING AT THE SAME SPEED HIT DRIVER'S VEHICLE HEAD ON. UPON IMPACT, NONE OF THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Feb 14, 2002 Steering

STEERING COLUMN VIBRATES AT HIGHWAY SPEED, CAUSING VEHICLE TO BECOME UNSTABLE WHEN HITTING UNEVEN PAVEMENT. DEALER REPLACED STEERING COLUMN ONCE. *AK. THE PROBLEM REOCCURED AFTER 3,000 MILES.*YH

Feb 14, 2002 Air Bags Crash

WHILE TRAVELING AT 35 TO 40 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE TRAVELING AT THE SAME SPEED HIT DRIVER'S VEHICLE HEAD ON. UPON IMPACT, NONE OF THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Feb 14, 2002 Steering

STEERING COLUMN VIBRATES AT HIGHWAY SPEED, CAUSING VEHICLE TO BECOME UNSTABLE WHEN HITTING UNEVEN PAVEMENT. DEALER REPLACED STEERING COLUMN ONCE. *AK. THE PROBLEM REOCCURED AFTER 3,000 MILES.*YH

Feb 11, 2002 Electrical System Fire

WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY NOTICED THAT SMOKE WAS COMING FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK

Feb 11, 2002 Electrical System Fire

WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY NOTICED THAT SMOKE WAS COMING FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK

Jan 31, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

PRIOR TO RECALL NOTIFICATION CONSUMER HAD THE BRAKE BOOSTER HOSE REPLACED, ALSO THE MASTER CYLINDER, 2 CALIPERS, 2 WHEEL CYLINDERS, FRONT BRAKE PADS AND ALSO THE BRAKE FLUID WAS REPLACED DUE TO CONTAMINATION, CONSUMER IS REQUESTING REIMBURSEMENT.*JB

Jan 31, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

PRIOR TO RECALL NOTIFICATION CONSUMER HAD THE BRAKE BOOSTER HOSE REPLACED, ALSO THE MASTER CYLINDER, 2 CALIPERS, 2 WHEEL CYLINDERS, FRONT BRAKE PADS AND ALSO THE BRAKE FLUID WAS REPLACED DUE TO CONTAMINATION, CONSUMER IS REQUESTING REIMBURSEMENT.*JB

Jan 31, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

PRIOR TO RECALL NOTIFICATION CONSUMER HAD THE BRAKE BOOSTER HOSE REPLACED, ALSO THE MASTER CYLINDER, 2 CALIPERS, 2 WHEEL CYLINDERS, FRONT BRAKE PADS AND ALSO THE BRAKE FLUID WAS REPLACED DUE TO CONTAMINATION, CONSUMER IS REQUESTING REIMBURSEMENT.*JB

Jan 31, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

PRIOR TO RECALL NOTIFICATION CONSUMER HAD THE BRAKE BOOSTER HOSE REPLACED, ALSO THE MASTER CYLINDER, 2 CALIPERS, 2 WHEEL CYLINDERS, FRONT BRAKE PADS AND ALSO THE BRAKE FLUID WAS REPLACED DUE TO CONTAMINATION, CONSUMER IS REQUESTING REIMBURSEMENT.*JB

Jan 31, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

PRIOR TO RECALL NOTIFICATION CONSUMER HAD THE BRAKE BOOSTER HOSE REPLACED, ALSO THE MASTER CYLINDER, 2 CALIPERS, 2 WHEEL CYLINDERS, FRONT BRAKE PADS AND ALSO THE BRAKE FLUID WAS REPLACED DUE TO CONTAMINATION, CONSUMER IS REQUESTING REIMBURSEMENT.*JB

Jan 31, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

PRIOR TO RECALL NOTIFICATION CONSUMER HAD THE BRAKE BOOSTER HOSE REPLACED, ALSO THE MASTER CYLINDER, 2 CALIPERS, 2 WHEEL CYLINDERS, FRONT BRAKE PADS AND ALSO THE BRAKE FLUID WAS REPLACED DUE TO CONTAMINATION, CONSUMER IS REQUESTING REIMBURSEMENT.*JB

Jan 31, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

PRIOR TO RECALL NOTIFICATION CONSUMER HAD THE BRAKE BOOSTER HOSE REPLACED, ALSO THE MASTER CYLINDER, 2 CALIPERS, 2 WHEEL CYLINDERS, FRONT BRAKE PADS AND ALSO THE BRAKE FLUID WAS REPLACED DUE TO CONTAMINATION, CONSUMER IS REQUESTING REIMBURSEMENT.*JB

Jan 31, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

PRIOR TO RECALL NOTIFICATION CONSUMER HAD THE BRAKE BOOSTER HOSE REPLACED, ALSO THE MASTER CYLINDER, 2 CALIPERS, 2 WHEEL CYLINDERS, FRONT BRAKE PADS AND ALSO THE BRAKE FLUID WAS REPLACED DUE TO CONTAMINATION, CONSUMER IS REQUESTING REIMBURSEMENT.*JB

Jan 30, 2002 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY DRIVER HEARD A NOISE COMING FROM REAR . CONTACTED DEALER. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Jan 30, 2002 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY DRIVER HEARD A NOISE COMING FROM REAR . CONTACTED DEALER. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Jan 29, 2002 Structure

CONSUMER STATED WATER LEAKS INTO TRUNK, WHICH IN RETURN MAKES PUDDLES OF WATER ON FLOORBOARD ON THE PASSENGERS SIDE. CONTACTED DEALER. *AK. *SLC

Jan 29, 2002 Structure

CONSUMER STATED WATER LEAKS INTO TRUNK, WHICH IN RETURN MAKES PUDDLES OF WATER ON FLOORBOARD ON THE PASSENGERS SIDE. CONTACTED DEALER. *AK. *SLC

Jan 23, 2002 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING THERE IS A SQUEAKING NOISE COMING FROM REAR WHEEL. DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK

Jan 23, 2002 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING THERE IS A SQUEAKING NOISE COMING FROM REAR WHEEL. DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK

Jan 22, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE IN FOR SAFETY RECALL O1V154000 TO REPLACE BRAKE BOOSTER HOSE, HOWEVER DEALER STATED THAT PARTS WERE OUT OF STOCK, CONSUMER STILL WAITING TO HEAR FROM DEALER REGARDING RECALL REPAIR. *TT

Jan 22, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE IN FOR SAFETY RECALL O1V154000 TO REPLACE BRAKE BOOSTER HOSE, HOWEVER DEALER STATED THAT PARTS WERE OUT OF STOCK, CONSUMER STILL WAITING TO HEAR FROM DEALER REGARDING RECALL REPAIR. *TT

Jan 22, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE IN FOR SAFETY RECALL O1V154000 TO REPLACE BRAKE BOOSTER HOSE, HOWEVER DEALER STATED THAT PARTS WERE OUT OF STOCK, CONSUMER STILL WAITING TO HEAR FROM DEALER REGARDING RECALL REPAIR. *TT

Jan 22, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE IN FOR SAFETY RECALL O1V154000 TO REPLACE BRAKE BOOSTER HOSE, HOWEVER DEALER STATED THAT PARTS WERE OUT OF STOCK, CONSUMER STILL WAITING TO HEAR FROM DEALER REGARDING RECALL REPAIR. *TT

Jan 11, 2002 Seat Belts

DRIVERS LAP AND SHOULDER BELT BUCKLE WILL REMAIN LOCKED IN LATCHING MECHANISM. CAUSE UNKNOWN. *AK DRIVER LAP AND SHOULDER BELT ARE VERY DIFFICULT TO PUT IN LATCHING MECHANISM.*SLC

Jan 11, 2002 Seat Belts

DRIVERS LAP AND SHOULDER BELT BUCKLE WILL REMAIN LOCKED IN LATCHING MECHANISM. CAUSE UNKNOWN. *AK DRIVER LAP AND SHOULDER BELT ARE VERY DIFFICULT TO PUT IN LATCHING MECHANISM.*SLC

Jan 3, 2002 Visibility

WHEN ENTERING VEHICLE AFTER A RAINY NIGHT THERE WOULD BE CONDENSATION IN AND A MUSTY ODOR PRESENT IN VEHICLE. DRIVER COULDN'T USE A/C IN SUMMER TIME DUE TO ODORS. DEALER HAS SEEN VEHICLE 7 TIMES, AND CLAIMED PROBLEM DIDN'T EXIST.*AK

Jan 3, 2002 Electrical System

WHEN STARTING VEHICLE IGNITION HAS CAUSED PROBLEMS WITH NOT STARTING OR GETTING STUCK. SHE HAS REPLACED IGNITION SWITCH TWICE, AND WAS TOLD BY MECHANIC THAT IT WAS UNSAFE TO CONTINUE DRIVING VEHICLE.*AK

Jan 3, 2002 Visibility

WHEN ENTERING VEHICLE AFTER A RAINY NIGHT THERE WOULD BE CONDENSATION IN AND A MUSTY ODOR PRESENT IN VEHICLE. DRIVER COULDN'T USE A/C IN SUMMER TIME DUE TO ODORS. DEALER HAS SEEN VEHICLE 7 TIMES, AND CLAIMED PROBLEM DIDN'T EXIST.*AK

Jan 3, 2002 Electrical System

WHEN STARTING VEHICLE IGNITION HAS CAUSED PROBLEMS WITH NOT STARTING OR GETTING STUCK. SHE HAS REPLACED IGNITION SWITCH TWICE, AND WAS TOLD BY MECHANIC THAT IT WAS UNSAFE TO CONTINUE DRIVING VEHICLE.*AK

Dec 28, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE SYSTEM INTERMITTENTLY FAILS TO STOP WHEN BRAKE PEDAL IS PRESSED. DEALERSHIP HAS EXAMINED VEHICLE AND DETERMINED THAT BRAKE BOOSTER IS CAUSING THIS PROBLEM TO OCCUR. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORAMTION / DOCUMENTATION.*AK

Dec 28, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE KNOCKIS IN MORNING WHEN STARTING UP VEHICLE. CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER REPLACED COMPRESSOR FOR AIR CONDITIONER, AND REBUILT TRANSMISSION. BUT, PROBLEM HAS NOT BEEN REMEDIED. *AK

Dec 28, 2001 Power Train

ENGINE KNOCKIS IN MORNING WHEN STARTING UP VEHICLE. CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER REPLACED COMPRESSOR FOR AIR CONDITIONER, AND REBUILT TRANSMISSION. BUT, PROBLEM HAS NOT BEEN REMEDIED. *AK

Dec 28, 2001 Equipment

ENGINE KNOCKIS IN MORNING WHEN STARTING UP VEHICLE. CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER REPLACED COMPRESSOR FOR AIR CONDITIONER, AND REBUILT TRANSMISSION. BUT, PROBLEM HAS NOT BEEN REMEDIED. *AK

Dec 28, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE SYSTEM INTERMITTENTLY FAILS TO STOP WHEN BRAKE PEDAL IS PRESSED. DEALERSHIP HAS EXAMINED VEHICLE AND DETERMINED THAT BRAKE BOOSTER IS CAUSING THIS PROBLEM TO OCCUR. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORAMTION / DOCUMENTATION.*AK

Dec 28, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE KNOCKIS IN MORNING WHEN STARTING UP VEHICLE. CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER REPLACED COMPRESSOR FOR AIR CONDITIONER, AND REBUILT TRANSMISSION. BUT, PROBLEM HAS NOT BEEN REMEDIED. *AK

Dec 28, 2001 Power Train

ENGINE KNOCKIS IN MORNING WHEN STARTING UP VEHICLE. CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER REPLACED COMPRESSOR FOR AIR CONDITIONER, AND REBUILT TRANSMISSION. BUT, PROBLEM HAS NOT BEEN REMEDIED. *AK

Dec 28, 2001 Equipment

ENGINE KNOCKIS IN MORNING WHEN STARTING UP VEHICLE. CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER REPLACED COMPRESSOR FOR AIR CONDITIONER, AND REBUILT TRANSMISSION. BUT, PROBLEM HAS NOT BEEN REMEDIED. *AK

Dec 21, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE 01V154000. SEVERAL DEALERSHIPS REFUSED TO DO REPAIRS. CONTACTED MANUFACTURER, AND WAS INFORMED TO SET UP APPOINTMENT WITH DEALERSHIP. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALERSHIP, AND SERVICE MANAGER REFUSED TO DO RECALL REPAIRS ON BRAKES VACUUM BOOSTER HOSE. WAS DRIVING VEHICLE DOWN MOUNTAIN...

Dec 21, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE 01V154000. SEVERAL DEALERSHIPS REFUSED TO DO REPAIRS. CONTACTED MANUFACTURER, AND WAS INFORMED TO SET UP APPOINTMENT WITH DEALERSHIP. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALERSHIP, AND SERVICE MANAGER REFUSED TO DO RECALL REPAIRS ON BRAKES VACUUM BOOSTER HOSE. WAS DRIVING VEHICLE DOWN MOUNTAIN...

Dec 18, 2001 Exterior Lighting

WHILE DRIVING AND WITHOUT WARNING HEADLIGHTS BECOME EXTREMELY DIM, CAUSING POOR VISIBILITY. ALSO INTERIOR LIGHTS ARE EXPERIENCING THE SAME PROBLEM, BECOMING DIM, CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Dec 18, 2001 Interior Lighting

WHILE DRIVING AND WITHOUT WARNING HEADLIGHTS BECOME EXTREMELY DIM, CAUSING POOR VISIBILITY. ALSO INTERIOR LIGHTS ARE EXPERIENCING THE SAME PROBLEM, BECOMING DIM, CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Dec 18, 2001 Tires

WHILE DRIVING FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE AND PASSENGER'S SIDE TIRES LOSE PRESSURE, WHICH CAUSES REAR ABS BRAKES TO MAKE A KNOCKING SOUND WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED. PLEASE ADD ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Dec 18, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE DRIVING FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE AND PASSENGER'S SIDE TIRES LOSE PRESSURE, WHICH CAUSES REAR ABS BRAKES TO MAKE A KNOCKING SOUND WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED. PLEASE ADD ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Dec 18, 2001 Exterior Lighting

WHILE DRIVING AND WITHOUT WARNING HEADLIGHTS BECOME EXTREMELY DIM, CAUSING POOR VISIBILITY. ALSO INTERIOR LIGHTS ARE EXPERIENCING THE SAME PROBLEM, BECOMING DIM, CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Dec 18, 2001 Interior Lighting

WHILE DRIVING AND WITHOUT WARNING HEADLIGHTS BECOME EXTREMELY DIM, CAUSING POOR VISIBILITY. ALSO INTERIOR LIGHTS ARE EXPERIENCING THE SAME PROBLEM, BECOMING DIM, CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Dec 18, 2001 Tires

WHILE DRIVING FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE AND PASSENGER'S SIDE TIRES LOSE PRESSURE, WHICH CAUSES REAR ABS BRAKES TO MAKE A KNOCKING SOUND WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED. PLEASE ADD ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Dec 18, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE DRIVING FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE AND PASSENGER'S SIDE TIRES LOSE PRESSURE, WHICH CAUSES REAR ABS BRAKES TO MAKE A KNOCKING SOUND WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED. PLEASE ADD ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Dec 4, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

THERE IS A LOUD KNOCKING NOISE IN ENGINE AT 55 MPH ONLY, VEHICLE TAKEN TO DEALER 4 TIMES, COULD NOT FIND A PROBLEM. AT 5TH VISIT TO DEALER, CONSUMER WAS TOLD THAT KNOCKING SOUND WAS NORMAL. *AK

Dec 4, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

THERE IS A LOUD KNOCKING NOISE IN ENGINE AT 55 MPH ONLY, VEHICLE TAKEN TO DEALER 4 TIMES, COULD NOT FIND A PROBLEM. AT 5TH VISIT TO DEALER, CONSUMER WAS TOLD THAT KNOCKING SOUND WAS NORMAL. *AK

Nov 23, 2001 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A 65 MPH FRONTAL COLLISION IN WHICH AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Nov 23, 2001 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A 65 MPH FRONTAL COLLISION IN WHICH AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Nov 2, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE 01V230000 CONCERNING BRAKE POWER ASSIST: BOOSTER. DEALER HAS YET TO RECEIVE PARTS FOR RECALL REPAIRS. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Nov 2, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE 01V230000 CONCERNING BRAKE POWER ASSIST: BOOSTER. DEALER HAS YET TO RECEIVE PARTS FOR RECALL REPAIRS. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Oct 18, 2001 Electrical System

I WILL TRY TO ONLY REFER TO THE VISITS MADE TO THE DEALERSHIP TO REPAIR MY VEHICLE DIRECTLY RELEVANT TO THIS ISSUE, THOUGH KEEP IN MIND I HAVE BEEN IN SERVICE ON 8 DIFFERENT OCCASIONS WITH MY CAR. ON MAY 7, 2001, I GOT IN MY VEHICLE TO GO TO WORK IN THE MORNING, THE CAR WAS DEAD AND WOULD NOT START....

Oct 18, 2001 Electrical System

I WILL TRY TO ONLY REFER TO THE VISITS MADE TO THE DEALERSHIP TO REPAIR MY VEHICLE DIRECTLY RELEVANT TO THIS ISSUE, THOUGH KEEP IN MIND I HAVE BEEN IN SERVICE ON 8 DIFFERENT OCCASIONS WITH MY CAR. ON MAY 7, 2001, I GOT IN MY VEHICLE TO GO TO WORK IN THE MORNING, THE CAR WAS DEAD AND WOULD NOT START....

Oct 13, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

THIS CAR IS A LEMON!!! I'VE BEEN TO THE DEALER TO GET IT FIXED OVER 4 TIMES AND IT AGAIN IS OVERHEATING. HELP ME!*AK

Oct 13, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

THIS CAR IS A LEMON!!! I'VE BEEN TO THE DEALER TO GET IT FIXED OVER 4 TIMES AND IT AGAIN IS OVERHEATING. HELP ME!*AK

Oct 10, 2001 Visibility

VEHICLE WAS PARKED OUTSIDE AND REAR WINDOW BUBBLED, AND THEN GLASS SHATTERED ALL OVER BACK SEAT. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM. *AK

Oct 10, 2001 Visibility

VEHICLE WAS PARKED OUTSIDE AND REAR WINDOW BUBBLED, AND THEN GLASS SHATTERED ALL OVER BACK SEAT. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM. *AK

Oct 4, 2001 Structure Crash

VEHICLE WAS IN A ACCIDENT, RIGHT PASSENGER'S SIDE AND RIGHT SIDE WERE AFFECTED. IN ORDER FOR VEHICLE TO LINE UP VEHICLE HAD TO REMODELED. BUMPER WAS NOT PUT ON PROPERLY. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK

Oct 4, 2001 Structure Crash

VEHICLE WAS IN A ACCIDENT, RIGHT PASSENGER'S SIDE AND RIGHT SIDE WERE AFFECTED. IN ORDER FOR VEHICLE TO LINE UP VEHICLE HAD TO REMODELED. BUMPER WAS NOT PUT ON PROPERLY. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK

Oct 1, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHENEVER TURNING OR BRAKING VEHICLE SQUEAKS. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND THEY WENT FOR A TEST DRIVE WITH CONSUMER, AND THERE WAS NO SQUEAKING. SOON AS CONSUMER LEFT DEALER, SQUEAKING STARTED AGAIN. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Oct 1, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHENEVER TURNING OR BRAKING VEHICLE SQUEAKS. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND THEY WENT FOR A TEST DRIVE WITH CONSUMER, AND THERE WAS NO SQUEAKING. SOON AS CONSUMER LEFT DEALER, SQUEAKING STARTED AGAIN. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Oct 1, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHENEVER TURNING OR BRAKING VEHICLE SQUEAKS. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND THEY WENT FOR A TEST DRIVE WITH CONSUMER, AND THERE WAS NO SQUEAKING. SOON AS CONSUMER LEFT DEALER, SQUEAKING STARTED AGAIN. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Oct 1, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHENEVER TURNING OR BRAKING VEHICLE SQUEAKS. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND THEY WENT FOR A TEST DRIVE WITH CONSUMER, AND THERE WAS NO SQUEAKING. SOON AS CONSUMER LEFT DEALER, SQUEAKING STARTED AGAIN. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Sep 24, 2001 Tires

WHILE DRIVING, CONSUMER HEARD A LOUD NOISE AND ROLLED DOWN THE WINDOW TO SEE THAT TIRE WAS GOING FLAT.(GOODYEAR EG EAGLE P185/65R14)*JB

Sep 24, 2001 Tires

WHILE DRIVING, CONSUMER HEARD A LOUD NOISE AND ROLLED DOWN THE WINDOW TO SEE THAT TIRE WAS GOING FLAT.(GOODYEAR EG EAGLE P185/65R14)*JB

Sep 24, 2001 Tires

WHILE DRIVING, CONSUMER HEARD A LOUD NOISE AND ROLLED DOWN THE WINDOW TO SEE THAT TIRE WAS GOING FLAT.(GOODYEAR EG EAGLE P185/65R14)*JB

Sep 24, 2001 Tires

WHILE DRIVING, CONSUMER HEARD A LOUD NOISE AND ROLLED DOWN THE WINDOW TO SEE THAT TIRE WAS GOING FLAT.(GOODYEAR EG EAGLE P185/65R14)*JB

Sep 19, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

INTERMITTENTLY WHEN BRAKES ARE APPLIED BRAKES PULSATE, CAUSING VEHICLE TO VIRBRATE. DEALER REPAIRED VEHICLE THREE TIMES. HOWEVER, PROBLEM HAS REOCCURRED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Sep 19, 2001 Steering

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Sep 19, 2001 Steering

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Sep 19, 2001 Tires

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Sep 19, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Sep 19, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

INTERMITTENTLY WHEN BRAKES ARE APPLIED BRAKES PULSATE, CAUSING VEHICLE TO VIRBRATE. DEALER REPAIRED VEHICLE THREE TIMES. HOWEVER, PROBLEM HAS REOCCURRED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Sep 19, 2001 Steering

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Sep 19, 2001 Steering

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Sep 19, 2001 Tires

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Sep 19, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Sep 18, 2001 Air Bags Crash

DURING A FRONT END CRASH AT 30 MPH, THE AIR BAGS AND SEAT BELTS DID NOT FUNCTION, CAUSING THE DRIVER TO SUFFER HEAD TRAUMA AFTER STRIKING THE STEERING WHEEL.*AK

Sep 18, 2001 Seat Belts Crash

DURING A FRONT END CRASH AT 30 MPH, THE AIR BAGS AND SEAT BELTS DID NOT FUNCTION, CAUSING THE DRIVER TO SUFFER HEAD TRAUMA AFTER STRIKING THE STEERING WHEEL.*AK

Sep 18, 2001 Air Bags Crash

DURING A FRONT END CRASH AT 30 MPH, THE AIR BAGS AND SEAT BELTS DID NOT FUNCTION, CAUSING THE DRIVER TO SUFFER HEAD TRAUMA AFTER STRIKING THE STEERING WHEEL.*AK

Sep 18, 2001 Seat Belts Crash

DURING A FRONT END CRASH AT 30 MPH, THE AIR BAGS AND SEAT BELTS DID NOT FUNCTION, CAUSING THE DRIVER TO SUFFER HEAD TRAUMA AFTER STRIKING THE STEERING WHEEL.*AK

Sep 14, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

DRIVING IN OUR CAR WE EXPERIENCED A LOUD NOISE FROM THE RIGHT REAR OF THE CAR, TOOK IT TO OUR LOCAL GOODYEAR MECHANIC, HE STATED AND SHOWED ME THAT THE CALIPERS WERE NOT FUNCITIONING CORRECTLY IN THE REAR, BOTH INBOARD BRAKE PADS WERE METAL TO METAL WHILE THE OUTBOARD PADS WERE LIKE NEW. THANKFULLY...

Sep 14, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

DRIVING IN OUR CAR WE EXPERIENCED A LOUD NOISE FROM THE RIGHT REAR OF THE CAR, TOOK IT TO OUR LOCAL GOODYEAR MECHANIC, HE STATED AND SHOWED ME THAT THE CALIPERS WERE NOT FUNCITIONING CORRECTLY IN THE REAR, BOTH INBOARD BRAKE PADS WERE METAL TO METAL WHILE THE OUTBOARD PADS WERE LIKE NEW. THANKFULLY...

Aug 24, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

RECALL# 00 V 075 000: REAR BRAKE VALVE. BRAKE FLUID IS LEAKING FROM RIGHT REAR WHEEL PRESS VALVE. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED, AND INFORMED CONSUMER THAT VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN RECALL DUE TO VIN. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Aug 24, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ONGOING PROBLEM WITH NOISES COMING FROM WHEELS WHEN APPLYING BRAKES. VEHICLE BEEN INTO DEALER SHOP ON THREE OCCASIONS FOR CLEANING, BUT PROBLEM STILL OCCURRING. VEHICLE BEEN BACK IN FOR THE FORTH TIME AND CAUSE COULD NOT BE FOUND.FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION ON THIS MATTER.*AK

Aug 24, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

RECALL# 00 V 075 000: REAR BRAKE VALVE. BRAKE FLUID IS LEAKING FROM RIGHT REAR WHEEL PRESS VALVE. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED, AND INFORMED CONSUMER THAT VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN RECALL DUE TO VIN. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Aug 24, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ONGOING PROBLEM WITH NOISES COMING FROM WHEELS WHEN APPLYING BRAKES. VEHICLE BEEN INTO DEALER SHOP ON THREE OCCASIONS FOR CLEANING, BUT PROBLEM STILL OCCURRING. VEHICLE BEEN BACK IN FOR THE FORTH TIME AND CAUSE COULD NOT BE FOUND.FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION ON THIS MATTER.*AK

Aug 23, 2001 Power Train

TRANSMISSION LINE HOSE CONNECTOR BLEWOUT, CAUSING VEHICLE TO STALL OUT AND DIE. DEALER HAS INSPECTED VEHICLE AND RADIATOR. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMAITON.*AK

Aug 23, 2001 Power Train

TRANSMISSION LINE HOSE CONNECTOR BLEWOUT, CAUSING VEHICLE TO STALL OUT AND DIE. DEALER HAS INSPECTED VEHICLE AND RADIATOR. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMAITON.*AK

Aug 22, 2001 Power Train

I HAVE HAD TROUBLE WITH THE TRANSMMITION SINCE I BOUGHT THE CAR IN 2000. IT SHIFS HARD AND AT TIMES SEEMS TO MISS 2ND GEAR. THE CAR WAS STILL UNDER WARRENTY SO DODGE WOULD NOT AUTHERIZE MONDAY CHEV. (WHO I BOUGHT IT FROM)TO DO THE REPAIRES. THE FIRST REPAIR WAS AN ADJUSTMENT, SECOND WAS A MODUAL CH...

Aug 22, 2001 Power Train

I HAVE HAD TROUBLE WITH THE TRANSMMITION SINCE I BOUGHT THE CAR IN 2000. IT SHIFS HARD AND AT TIMES SEEMS TO MISS 2ND GEAR. THE CAR WAS STILL UNDER WARRENTY SO DODGE WOULD NOT AUTHERIZE MONDAY CHEV. (WHO I BOUGHT IT FROM)TO DO THE REPAIRES. THE FIRST REPAIR WAS AN ADJUSTMENT, SECOND WAS A MODUAL CH...

Aug 15, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER IS UNABLE TO HAVE VEHICLE REPAIRED UNDER MANUFACTURER'S RECALL 983. PARTS ARE UNAVAILABLE UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. CONSUMER DID NOT KNOW DEALERSHIPS NAME, ADDRESS OR PHONE. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Aug 15, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER IS UNABLE TO HAVE VEHICLE REPAIRED UNDER MANUFACTURER'S RECALL 983. PARTS ARE UNAVAILABLE UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. CONSUMER DID NOT KNOW DEALERSHIPS NAME, ADDRESS OR PHONE. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Aug 14, 2001 Air Bags Crash

WHEN DRIVING AT 20 MPH CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL IMPACT IN WHICH NEITHER DRIVER'S SIDE NOR PASSENGER'S SIDE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. ALSO, THERE WAS DAMAGE TO FRONT END. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Aug 14, 2001 Air Bags Crash

WHEN DRIVING AT 20 MPH CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL IMPACT IN WHICH NEITHER DRIVER'S SIDE NOR PASSENGER'S SIDE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. ALSO, THERE WAS DAMAGE TO FRONT END. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Aug 13, 2001 Power Train

TRANSMISSION COOLING LINE CONNECTOR TO RADIATOR HAVE POPPED OUT AND CAUSED FLUID TO LEAK. DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION ON THIS MATTER.*AK

Aug 13, 2001 Power Train

TRANSMISSION COOLING LINE CONNECTOR TO RADIATOR HAVE POPPED OUT AND CAUSED FLUID TO LEAK. DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION ON THIS MATTER.*AK

Aug 10, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL NOTIFICATION 01V154000 ON JULY 17,2001, AND HAS BEEN CONTACTING ALBANY DODGE INC. IN ALBANY ,NY TELE#5184388461 TO HAVE RECALL REPAIRS PERFORMED. BUT DEALER HAS NO PARTS . CONSUMER HAS BEEN CALLING VERY WEEK. *AK

Aug 10, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL NOTIFICATION 01V154000 ON JULY 17,2001, AND HAS BEEN CONTACTING ALBANY DODGE INC. IN ALBANY ,NY TELE#5184388461 TO HAVE RECALL REPAIRS PERFORMED. BUT DEALER HAS NO PARTS . CONSUMER HAS BEEN CALLING VERY WEEK. *AK

Jul 31, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL LETTER 01V154000 IN JUNE. FOX CHRYSLER DEALER ON GRANT AVE IN AUBURN, NY. 13021 PHONE # 800-447-1056 HAD NO IDEA WHEN PARTS WILL BECOME AVAILABLE. *AK

Jul 31, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL NOTIFICATION 983, HOWEVER WHEN CONSUMER ARRIVED FOR THE APPOINTMENT SHE WAS INFORMED THAT THERE WERE NO PARTS AVAILABLE.*JB

Jul 31, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL LETTER 01V154000 IN JUNE. FOX CHRYSLER DEALER ON GRANT AVE IN AUBURN, NY. 13021 PHONE # 800-447-1056 HAD NO IDEA WHEN PARTS WILL BECOME AVAILABLE. *AK

Jul 31, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL NOTIFICATION 983, HOWEVER WHEN CONSUMER ARRIVED FOR THE APPOINTMENT SHE WAS INFORMED THAT THERE WERE NO PARTS AVAILABLE.*JB

Jul 26, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

AFTER THE CAR WAS SERVICED FOR THE POWER BRAKE VACUUM RECALL, THE "NEW" VACUUM HOSE FELL OFF WITHIN 3 MILES. THE ENGINE REVED TO 2000 RPM AND THE BRAKES WERE ALMOST INOPERATIVE. AFTER STOPPING THE CAR I OPENED THE HOOD AND SAW HOSE COMPLETLY OFF ON THE ENGINE SIDE. I REPLACED THE HOSE AND CONTIN...

Jul 26, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

AFTER THE CAR WAS SERVICED FOR THE POWER BRAKE VACUUM RECALL, THE "NEW" VACUUM HOSE FELL OFF WITHIN 3 MILES. THE ENGINE REVED TO 2000 RPM AND THE BRAKES WERE ALMOST INOPERATIVE. AFTER STOPPING THE CAR I OPENED THE HOOD AND SAW HOSE COMPLETLY OFF ON THE ENGINE SIDE. I REPLACED THE HOSE AND CONTIN...

Jul 17, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

RECALL# 01V154000/ MANUFACTURER'S RECALL 983 CONTACTED DEALER ABOUT RECALL REPAIRS, AND DEALER STATED THEY DID NOT HAVE THE PARTS.*AK

Jul 17, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

RECALL# 01V154000/ MANUFACTURER'S RECALL 983 CONTACTED DEALER ABOUT RECALL REPAIRS, AND DEALER STATED THEY DID NOT HAVE THE PARTS.*AK

Jul 16, 2001 Equipment

TWO OTHER OWNERS OF DODGE NEONS HAVE HAD THE SAME PROBLEM. *AK

Jul 16, 2001 Tires

I BROUGHT MY CAR IN OCTOBER OF 99 AND I'VE BEEN THROUGH 11 BRAND NEW TIRES FOR SOME UNEXPLAINED REASON I KEEP HAVING BLOWOUTS ALL THE TREADS ARE INTACT BUT THE SIDES OF THE TIRES END UP WITH CHUNKS MISSING FROM THEM. I WAS DRIVING IN THE CITY DOING ABOUT 30 WHEN I FELT MY CAR PULLING AWAY FROM ME AN...

Jul 16, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I BROUGHT MY CAR IN OCTOBER OF 99 AND I'VE BEEN THROUGH 11 BRAND NEW TIRES FOR SOME UNEXPLAINED REASON I KEEP HAVING BLOWOUTS ALL THE TREADS ARE INTACT BUT THE SIDES OF THE TIRES END UP WITH CHUNKS MISSING FROM THEM. I WAS DRIVING IN THE CITY DOING ABOUT 30 WHEN I FELT MY CAR PULLING AWAY FROM ME AN...

Jul 16, 2001 Equipment

TWO OTHER OWNERS OF DODGE NEONS HAVE HAD THE SAME PROBLEM. *AK

Jul 16, 2001 Tires

I BROUGHT MY CAR IN OCTOBER OF 99 AND I'VE BEEN THROUGH 11 BRAND NEW TIRES FOR SOME UNEXPLAINED REASON I KEEP HAVING BLOWOUTS ALL THE TREADS ARE INTACT BUT THE SIDES OF THE TIRES END UP WITH CHUNKS MISSING FROM THEM. I WAS DRIVING IN THE CITY DOING ABOUT 30 WHEN I FELT MY CAR PULLING AWAY FROM ME AN...

Jul 16, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I BROUGHT MY CAR IN OCTOBER OF 99 AND I'VE BEEN THROUGH 11 BRAND NEW TIRES FOR SOME UNEXPLAINED REASON I KEEP HAVING BLOWOUTS ALL THE TREADS ARE INTACT BUT THE SIDES OF THE TIRES END UP WITH CHUNKS MISSING FROM THEM. I WAS DRIVING IN THE CITY DOING ABOUT 30 WHEN I FELT MY CAR PULLING AWAY FROM ME AN...

Jul 15, 2001 Vehicle Speed Control

THIS VEHICLE HAS EXTREME SURGES IN THE MOTOR, ON START UP IF A/C UNIT IS TURNED ON CAR MAY STALL, ALSO "GRINDING" NOISE FROM ENGINE ON OVER NITE START UPS. SURGE IN ENGINE DURING THE WINTER SEASON IS ALSO A PROBLEM, SNOW OR ICE COVERED ROAD ARE BAD ENOUGH, LET ALONE THE VEHICLE DECIEDS TO SUR...

Jul 15, 2001 Vehicle Speed Control

THIS VEHICLE HAS EXTREME SURGES IN THE MOTOR, ON START UP IF A/C UNIT IS TURNED ON CAR MAY STALL, ALSO "GRINDING" NOISE FROM ENGINE ON OVER NITE START UPS. SURGE IN ENGINE DURING THE WINTER SEASON IS ALSO A PROBLEM, SNOW OR ICE COVERED ROAD ARE BAD ENOUGH, LET ALONE THE VEHICLE DECIEDS TO SUR...

Jul 13, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

RECALL 01V154000, DOM 983. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER FOR RECALL REPAIRS, AND DEALER DID NOT HAVE PARTS. PLEASE ADD VIN. *AK

Jul 13, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

RECALL 01V154000, DOM 983. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER FOR RECALL REPAIRS, AND DEALER DID NOT HAVE PARTS. PLEASE ADD VIN. *AK

Jul 12, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

RECALL NUMBER 0V154000. CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL LETTER CONCERNING BRAKE VACUUM BOOSTER SYSTEM. CONTACTED DEALER, DEALER HAD NO PARTS AVAILABLE TO REMEDY RECALL PROBLEM. *AK CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THAT THE PART WOULD TAKE ONE MONTH TO ARRIVE, WHEN HE DID ARRIVE THE DEALER PUT THE PART ON ANOTHER...

Jul 12, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

RECALL NUMBER 0V154000. CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL LETTER CONCERNING BRAKE VACUUM BOOSTER SYSTEM. CONTACTED DEALER, DEALER HAD NO PARTS AVAILABLE TO REMEDY RECALL PROBLEM. *AK CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THAT THE PART WOULD TAKE ONE MONTH TO ARRIVE, WHEN HE DID ARRIVE THE DEALER PUT THE PART ON ANOTHER...

Jul 11, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER IN REFERENCE TO RECALL NUMBER 00V154000/ MANUFACTURER'S RECALL 983, DEALER STATED PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE. PARTS WOULD NOT BE AVAILABLE UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Jul 11, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER IN REFERENCE TO RECALL NUMBER 00V154000/ MANUFACTURER'S RECALL 983, DEALER STATED PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE. PARTS WOULD NOT BE AVAILABLE UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Jul 5, 2001 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE DRIVING 50 TO 55 MPH PRESSED ON ACCELERATOR AND IT STUCK, ALMOST CAUSING AN ACCIDENT. ALSO, HAS TO PRESS ON ACCELERATOR SEVERAL TIMES BEFORE IT WILL RELEASE. SOMETIMES HAS TO TURN OFF VEHICLE. CONTACTED DEALER. *AK

Jul 5, 2001 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE DRIVING 50 TO 55 MPH PRESSED ON ACCELERATOR AND IT STUCK, ALMOST CAUSING AN ACCIDENT. ALSO, HAS TO PRESS ON ACCELERATOR SEVERAL TIMES BEFORE IT WILL RELEASE. SOMETIMES HAS TO TURN OFF VEHICLE. CONTACTED DEALER. *AK

Jun 27, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

WHEN DRIVING AT 20-40 MPH CONSUMER APPLIED BRAKES WHEN VEHICLE STARTED TO DECELERATE, BUT VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP IN A TIMELY MANNER, CAUSING CONSUMER TO REAR END ANOTHER VEHICLE.*AK INSURANCE COMPANY INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THERE WAS A RECALL, 01V154, CONSUMER HAD NOT RECEIVED ANY RECALL, INSUR...

Jun 27, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

WHEN DRIVING AT 20-40 MPH CONSUMER APPLIED BRAKES WHEN VEHICLE STARTED TO DECELERATE, BUT VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP IN A TIMELY MANNER, CAUSING CONSUMER TO REAR END ANOTHER VEHICLE.*AK INSURANCE COMPANY INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THERE WAS A RECALL, 01V154, CONSUMER HAD NOT RECEIVED ANY RECALL, INSUR...

Jun 27, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

WHEN DRIVING AT 20-40 MPH CONSUMER APPLIED BRAKES WHEN VEHICLE STARTED TO DECELERATE, BUT VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP IN A TIMELY MANNER, CAUSING CONSUMER TO REAR END ANOTHER VEHICLE.*AK INSURANCE COMPANY INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THERE WAS A RECALL, 01V154, CONSUMER HAD NOT RECEIVED ANY RECALL, INSUR...

Jun 27, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

WHEN DRIVING AT 20-40 MPH CONSUMER APPLIED BRAKES WHEN VEHICLE STARTED TO DECELERATE, BUT VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP IN A TIMELY MANNER, CAUSING CONSUMER TO REAR END ANOTHER VEHICLE.*AK INSURANCE COMPANY INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THERE WAS A RECALL, 01V154, CONSUMER HAD NOT RECEIVED ANY RECALL, INSUR...

Jun 20, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

WHEN APPROACHING A INTERSECTION AND APPYLING BRAKES VEHICLE SLOWED DOWN,AND THEN UNEXPECTEDLY ACCELERATED, BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR, CAUSING EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE WHICH RESULTED IN A COLLISION. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Jun 20, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

WHEN APPROACHING A INTERSECTION AND APPYLING BRAKES VEHICLE SLOWED DOWN,AND THEN UNEXPECTEDLY ACCELERATED, BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR, CAUSING EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE WHICH RESULTED IN A COLLISION. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Jun 19, 2001 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A 45 MPH FRONTAL COLLISION IN WHICH DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, CAUSE HAS NOT BEEN DETERMINED. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Jun 19, 2001 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A 45 MPH FRONTAL COLLISION IN WHICH DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, CAUSE HAS NOT BEEN DETERMINED. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Jun 14, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THERE IS A SQUEAKING NOISE PRESENT WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE. DEALER SAYS IT'S DUE TO BRAKE PADS AND ROTORS.*AK HORN IS OUT. THE VEHICLE RUN HARD AND IS LOUD. THE FRONT END IS LOW WHEN COMING OUT ON INTO A DRIVEWAY. *YH

Jun 14, 2001 Electrical System

THERE IS A SQUEAKING NOISE PRESENT WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE. DEALER SAYS IT'S DUE TO BRAKE PADS AND ROTORS.*AK HORN IS OUT. THE VEHICLE RUN HARD AND IS LOUD. THE FRONT END IS LOW WHEN COMING OUT ON INTO A DRIVEWAY. *YH

Jun 14, 2001 Structure

THERE IS A SQUEAKING NOISE PRESENT WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE. DEALER SAYS IT'S DUE TO BRAKE PADS AND ROTORS.*AK HORN IS OUT. THE VEHICLE RUN HARD AND IS LOUD. THE FRONT END IS LOW WHEN COMING OUT ON INTO A DRIVEWAY. *YH

Jun 14, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

THERE IS A SQUEAKING NOISE PRESENT WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE. DEALER SAYS IT'S DUE TO BRAKE PADS AND ROTORS.*AK HORN IS OUT. THE VEHICLE RUN HARD AND IS LOUD. THE FRONT END IS LOW WHEN COMING OUT ON INTO A DRIVEWAY. *YH

Jun 14, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THERE IS A SQUEAKING NOISE PRESENT WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE. DEALER SAYS IT'S DUE TO BRAKE PADS AND ROTORS.*AK HORN IS OUT. THE VEHICLE RUN HARD AND IS LOUD. THE FRONT END IS LOW WHEN COMING OUT ON INTO A DRIVEWAY. *YH

Jun 14, 2001 Electrical System

THERE IS A SQUEAKING NOISE PRESENT WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE. DEALER SAYS IT'S DUE TO BRAKE PADS AND ROTORS.*AK HORN IS OUT. THE VEHICLE RUN HARD AND IS LOUD. THE FRONT END IS LOW WHEN COMING OUT ON INTO A DRIVEWAY. *YH

Jun 14, 2001 Structure

THERE IS A SQUEAKING NOISE PRESENT WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE. DEALER SAYS IT'S DUE TO BRAKE PADS AND ROTORS.*AK HORN IS OUT. THE VEHICLE RUN HARD AND IS LOUD. THE FRONT END IS LOW WHEN COMING OUT ON INTO A DRIVEWAY. *YH

Jun 14, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

THERE IS A SQUEAKING NOISE PRESENT WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE. DEALER SAYS IT'S DUE TO BRAKE PADS AND ROTORS.*AK HORN IS OUT. THE VEHICLE RUN HARD AND IS LOUD. THE FRONT END IS LOW WHEN COMING OUT ON INTO A DRIVEWAY. *YH

Jun 5, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE ENGINE IDLE INCREASED, CAUSING LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL. BRAKES FAILED TO STOP VEHICLE DUE TO MALFUNCTION WITHIN BRAKE VACUUM HOSE. VEHICLE NOT INCLUDED IN RECALL NUMBER 01V154000. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Jun 5, 2001 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE ENGINE IDLE INCREASED, CAUSING LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL. BRAKES FAILED TO STOP VEHICLE DUE TO MALFUNCTION WITHIN BRAKE VACUUM HOSE. VEHICLE NOT INCLUDED IN RECALL NUMBER 01V154000. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Jun 5, 2001 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER RAN INTO A DITCH, HIT A SIGN AND AIRBAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY. VEHICLE CANNOT BE DRIVEN. DEALER HAS TO INSPECT VEHICLE TO FIND THE ERROR. AIRBAG WASN'T ON, AND FUSE WASN'T BLOWN. *AK

Jun 5, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER TRIED TO BRAKE AND THEY FELT LIKE A BRICK, CONSUMER HAD THROWEN CAR INTO PARK. THERE WAS A RECALL FOR BRAKE HOSE BUT THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED.*AK

Jun 5, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE ENGINE IDLE INCREASED, CAUSING LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL. BRAKES FAILED TO STOP VEHICLE DUE TO MALFUNCTION WITHIN BRAKE VACUUM HOSE. VEHICLE NOT INCLUDED IN RECALL NUMBER 01V154000. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Jun 5, 2001 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE ENGINE IDLE INCREASED, CAUSING LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL. BRAKES FAILED TO STOP VEHICLE DUE TO MALFUNCTION WITHIN BRAKE VACUUM HOSE. VEHICLE NOT INCLUDED IN RECALL NUMBER 01V154000. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Jun 5, 2001 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER RAN INTO A DITCH, HIT A SIGN AND AIRBAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY. VEHICLE CANNOT BE DRIVEN. DEALER HAS TO INSPECT VEHICLE TO FIND THE ERROR. AIRBAG WASN'T ON, AND FUSE WASN'T BLOWN. *AK

Jun 5, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER TRIED TO BRAKE AND THEY FELT LIKE A BRICK, CONSUMER HAD THROWEN CAR INTO PARK. THERE WAS A RECALL FOR BRAKE HOSE BUT THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED.*AK

May 30, 2001 Equipment

DEALER NOTIFIED. REPLACED AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR AND FIXED BROKEN WIRES. SECOND TIME WIRES CAME LOOSE (DATE: 5-24-2000), DEALER FIXED AND RELUCTANTLY ACCEPTED THE CHARGES. *AK

May 30, 2001 Electrical System

DEALER NOTIFIED. REPLACED AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR AND FIXED BROKEN WIRES. SECOND TIME WIRES CAME LOOSE (DATE: 5-24-2000), DEALER FIXED AND RELUCTANTLY ACCEPTED THE CHARGES. *AK

May 30, 2001 Equipment

DEALER NOTIFIED. REPLACED AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR AND FIXED BROKEN WIRES. SECOND TIME WIRES CAME LOOSE (DATE: 5-24-2000), DEALER FIXED AND RELUCTANTLY ACCEPTED THE CHARGES. *AK

May 30, 2001 Electrical System

DEALER NOTIFIED. REPLACED AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR AND FIXED BROKEN WIRES. SECOND TIME WIRES CAME LOOSE (DATE: 5-24-2000), DEALER FIXED AND RELUCTANTLY ACCEPTED THE CHARGES. *AK

May 29, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

EVERY TWO TO THREE MONTHS ROTORS HAS TO BE CHANGED OR ROTATED. DEALER HAS CORRECTED PROBLEM TWICE, BUT IT'S REOCCURRING. *AK

May 29, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

EVERY TWO TO THREE MONTHS ROTORS HAS TO BE CHANGED OR ROTATED. DEALER HAS CORRECTED PROBLEM TWICE, BUT IT'S REOCCURRING. *AK

May 28, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling Crash

THE COMPLAINTS THAT I HAVE FOR THE AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS AND BRAKES THE SAME PROBLEMS OCCURED DURING ANOTHER ACCIDENT ON JANUARY 16, 2001. DURING BOTH ACCIDENTS I WAS PRESSING ON MY BRAKES AND IT SEEMED AS IF THE CAR WOULD NOT STOP. AT THE TIME OF IMPACT THE SEAT BELTS DID NOT CATCH AND THE AIR BAG...

May 28, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling Crash

THE COMPLAINTS THAT I HAVE FOR THE AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS AND BRAKES THE SAME PROBLEMS OCCURED DURING ANOTHER ACCIDENT ON JANUARY 16, 2001. DURING BOTH ACCIDENTS I WAS PRESSING ON MY BRAKES AND IT SEEMED AS IF THE CAR WOULD NOT STOP. AT THE TIME OF IMPACT THE SEAT BELTS DID NOT CATCH AND THE AIR BAG...

May 22, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

AFTER TEN THOUSAND MILES WHEN DEPRESSING BRAKES PEDAL VEHICLE VIBRATED. DEALER REPLACED BRAKES, BUT PROBLEM RETURNED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

May 22, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

AFTER TEN THOUSAND MILES WHEN DEPRESSING BRAKES PEDAL VEHICLE VIBRATED. DEALER REPLACED BRAKES, BUT PROBLEM RETURNED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

May 15, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN STARTING VEHICLE IT JERKS. WHEN APPLYING BRAKES THERE IS VIBRATION. ALSO, ENGINE CHECK LIGHT COMES ON. DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK

May 15, 2001 Unknown Or Other

WHEN STARTING VEHICLE IT JERKS. WHEN APPLYING BRAKES THERE IS VIBRATION. ALSO, ENGINE CHECK LIGHT COMES ON. DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK

May 15, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN STARTING VEHICLE IT JERKS. WHEN APPLYING BRAKES THERE IS VIBRATION. ALSO, ENGINE CHECK LIGHT COMES ON. DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK

May 15, 2001 Unknown Or Other

WHEN STARTING VEHICLE IT JERKS. WHEN APPLYING BRAKES THERE IS VIBRATION. ALSO, ENGINE CHECK LIGHT COMES ON. DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK

May 9, 2001 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A 45 MPH FRONTAL COLLISION IN WHICH DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

May 9, 2001 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A 45 MPH FRONTAL COLLISION IN WHICH DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

May 1, 2001 Tires

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EVEHICLE. *AK (TIRESIZE: 185/15R)( DOT NUMBER: TIRE SIZE: 185/15R )

May 1, 2001 Tires

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EVEHICLE. *AK (TIRESIZE: 185/15R)( DOT NUMBER: TIRE SIZE: 185/15R )

Apr 30, 2001 Air Bags

THERE WAS A LOUD RATTLE IN PASSENGER'S AIR BAG AREA THAT DEALER SAID COULD NOT BE FIXED.*AK

Apr 30, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE LINE BRACKET RUBBS THROUGH BRAKE LINE, CAUSING BRAKE FLUID TO LEAK. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Apr 30, 2001 Air Bags

THERE WAS A LOUD RATTLE IN PASSENGER'S AIR BAG AREA THAT DEALER SAID COULD NOT BE FIXED.*AK

Apr 30, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE LINE BRACKET RUBBS THROUGH BRAKE LINE, CAUSING BRAKE FLUID TO LEAK. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Apr 29, 2001 Seats

I BELIEVE THIS CAR IS A LEMON! I HAVE HAD IT IN TO THE DEALERSHIP 3 TIMES FOR THE DRIVER SEAT TRACKS NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY, THEY DON'T MOVE BACK ALL THE WAY. IT NOW NEEDS TO GO BACK A FOURTH TIME BECAUSE IT WILL NOT ENGAGE PROPERLY AND I AM AFRAID IT WILL LET GO AND FLY BACKWARDS WHILE I AM DRI...

Apr 29, 2001 Suspension

I BELIEVE THIS CAR IS A LEMON! I HAVE HAD IT IN TO THE DEALERSHIP 3 TIMES FOR THE DRIVER SEAT TRACKS NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY, THEY DON'T MOVE BACK ALL THE WAY. IT NOW NEEDS TO GO BACK A FOURTH TIME BECAUSE IT WILL NOT ENGAGE PROPERLY AND I AM AFRAID IT WILL LET GO AND FLY BACKWARDS WHILE I AM DRI...

Apr 29, 2001 Wheels

CLEARCOAT SHOWS SIGNS OF DETERIORATING. WHEELS REPLACED ONCE AFTER APP. 6 MO. NEW WHEELS ARE DOING THE SAME.*AK

Apr 29, 2001 Seats

I BELIEVE THIS CAR IS A LEMON! I HAVE HAD IT IN TO THE DEALERSHIP 3 TIMES FOR THE DRIVER SEAT TRACKS NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY, THEY DON'T MOVE BACK ALL THE WAY. IT NOW NEEDS TO GO BACK A FOURTH TIME BECAUSE IT WILL NOT ENGAGE PROPERLY AND I AM AFRAID IT WILL LET GO AND FLY BACKWARDS WHILE I AM DRI...

Apr 29, 2001 Suspension

I BELIEVE THIS CAR IS A LEMON! I HAVE HAD IT IN TO THE DEALERSHIP 3 TIMES FOR THE DRIVER SEAT TRACKS NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY, THEY DON'T MOVE BACK ALL THE WAY. IT NOW NEEDS TO GO BACK A FOURTH TIME BECAUSE IT WILL NOT ENGAGE PROPERLY AND I AM AFRAID IT WILL LET GO AND FLY BACKWARDS WHILE I AM DRI...

Apr 29, 2001 Wheels

CLEARCOAT SHOWS SIGNS OF DETERIORATING. WHEELS REPLACED ONCE AFTER APP. 6 MO. NEW WHEELS ARE DOING THE SAME.*AK

Apr 28, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

ON APRIL 23, 2001, I WAS DRIVING FROM CAPE COD TO MY HOME IN CAMPTON, NH. THE EMISSIONS CONTROL WARNING LIGHT CAME ON AND AS I WAS PULLING INTO THE RIGHT LANE TO FIND AN EXIT THE CAR BEGAN LOSING POWER. AS I APPROACHED EXIT 38, ON INTERSTATE 93N, SMOKE STARTED COMING OUT OF EXHAUST AND BY THE TIME ...

Apr 28, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

ON APRIL 23, 2001, I WAS DRIVING FROM CAPE COD TO MY HOME IN CAMPTON, NH. THE EMISSIONS CONTROL WARNING LIGHT CAME ON AND AS I WAS PULLING INTO THE RIGHT LANE TO FIND AN EXIT THE CAR BEGAN LOSING POWER. AS I APPROACHED EXIT 38, ON INTERSTATE 93N, SMOKE STARTED COMING OUT OF EXHAUST AND BY THE TIME ...

Apr 28, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

ON APRIL 23, 2001, I WAS DRIVING FROM CAPE COD TO MY HOME IN CAMPTON, NH. THE EMISSIONS CONTROL WARNING LIGHT CAME ON AND AS I WAS PULLING INTO THE RIGHT LANE TO FIND AN EXIT THE CAR BEGAN LOSING POWER. AS I APPROACHED EXIT 38, ON INTERSTATE 93N, SMOKE STARTED COMING OUT OF EXHAUST AND BY THE TIME ...

Apr 28, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

ON APRIL 23, 2001, I WAS DRIVING FROM CAPE COD TO MY HOME IN CAMPTON, NH. THE EMISSIONS CONTROL WARNING LIGHT CAME ON AND AS I WAS PULLING INTO THE RIGHT LANE TO FIND AN EXIT THE CAR BEGAN LOSING POWER. AS I APPROACHED EXIT 38, ON INTERSTATE 93N, SMOKE STARTED COMING OUT OF EXHAUST AND BY THE TIME ...

Apr 16, 2001 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE APPLYING BRAKES VEHICLE ACCELERATED SUDDENLY AND UNEXPECTEDLY TO 80MPH. DEALER HAS INSPECTED VEHICLE, AND REATTACHED VACCUM HOSE THAT WAS NOT INSTALLED CORRECTLY. *AK CONSUMER STATES THIS HAS HAPPENED 3 TIMES BEFORE 4-12-2001 VEHICLE WAS TAKEN INTO SHOP BUT DEALER COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING...

Apr 16, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE APPLYING BRAKES VEHICLE ACCELERATED SUDDENLY AND UNEXPECTEDLY TO 80MPH. DEALER HAS INSPECTED VEHICLE, AND REATTACHED VACCUM HOSE THAT WAS NOT INSTALLED CORRECTLY. *AK CONSUMER STATES THIS HAS HAPPENED 3 TIMES BEFORE 4-12-2001 VEHICLE WAS TAKEN INTO SHOP BUT DEALER COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING...

Apr 16, 2001 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE APPLYING BRAKES VEHICLE ACCELERATED SUDDENLY AND UNEXPECTEDLY TO 80MPH. DEALER HAS INSPECTED VEHICLE, AND REATTACHED VACCUM HOSE THAT WAS NOT INSTALLED CORRECTLY. *AK CONSUMER STATES THIS HAS HAPPENED 3 TIMES BEFORE 4-12-2001 VEHICLE WAS TAKEN INTO SHOP BUT DEALER COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING...

Apr 16, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE APPLYING BRAKES VEHICLE ACCELERATED SUDDENLY AND UNEXPECTEDLY TO 80MPH. DEALER HAS INSPECTED VEHICLE, AND REATTACHED VACCUM HOSE THAT WAS NOT INSTALLED CORRECTLY. *AK CONSUMER STATES THIS HAS HAPPENED 3 TIMES BEFORE 4-12-2001 VEHICLE WAS TAKEN INTO SHOP BUT DEALER COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING...

Apr 11, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

SERVICE REP STATED BRAKES NEED TO BE REPLACED AS WELL AS ROTORS. STATED FRONT PADS ARE ALMOST AT WEAR SENSOR. NEED TO BE REPLACED. ROTORS ALSO NEED TO BE REPLACED--CORRODED DUE TO SEVERE WEATHER CONDITIONS IN THE BUFFALO AREA THIS PAST WINTER. ROTORS CANNOT BE TURNED BECAUSE THEY WOULD BE BELOW S...

Apr 11, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

SERVICE REP STATED BRAKES NEED TO BE REPLACED AS WELL AS ROTORS. STATED FRONT PADS ARE ALMOST AT WEAR SENSOR. NEED TO BE REPLACED. ROTORS ALSO NEED TO BE REPLACED--CORRODED DUE TO SEVERE WEATHER CONDITIONS IN THE BUFFALO AREA THIS PAST WINTER. ROTORS CANNOT BE TURNED BECAUSE THEY WOULD BE BELOW S...

Apr 9, 2001 Air Bags Crash

FRONT CRASH AT 45 MPH, NEITHER AIRBAG DEPLOYED. *AK

Apr 9, 2001 Seat Belts Crash

FRONT CRASH AT 45 MPH , SEATBELT DID NOT RESTRAIN CONSUMER, HIT HER HEAD ON STEERING WHEEL. *AK

Apr 9, 2001 Air Bags Crash

FRONT CRASH AT 45 MPH, NEITHER AIRBAG DEPLOYED. *AK

Apr 9, 2001 Seat Belts Crash

FRONT CRASH AT 45 MPH , SEATBELT DID NOT RESTRAIN CONSUMER, HIT HER HEAD ON STEERING WHEEL. *AK

Apr 3, 2001 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING 35MPH ON A SIDE STREET AND VEHICLE IN FRONT OF HIM SUDDENLY STOPPED, AND HIT HIM FROM THE BACK. UPON IMPACT, DUAL AIRBAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY. *AK

Apr 3, 2001 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING 35MPH ON A SIDE STREET AND VEHICLE IN FRONT OF HIM SUDDENLY STOPPED, AND HIT HIM FROM THE BACK. UPON IMPACT, DUAL AIRBAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY. *AK

Mar 26, 2001 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER HAD A HEAD-ON COLLISION AT ABOUT 30-35 MPH AND FRONT BUMPER WAS CRUSHED IN, BUT AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER WAS NOT WILLING TO DO ANYTHING. *AK

Mar 26, 2001 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER HAD A HEAD-ON COLLISION AT ABOUT 30-35 MPH AND FRONT BUMPER WAS CRUSHED IN, BUT AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER WAS NOT WILLING TO DO ANYTHING. *AK

Mar 22, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCES INTERMITTENT POWER SURGES (LOSS OF POWER) WHEN DRIVING OVER 50 MPH UPON ACCELERATION. NLM

Mar 22, 2001 Vehicle Speed Control

THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCES INTERMITTENT POWER SURGES (LOSS OF POWER) WHEN DRIVING OVER 50 MPH UPON ACCELERATION. NLM

Mar 22, 2001 Steering

THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCES POPPING NOISE FROM THE STEERING COLUMN AND NOISE FROM THE FRONT END WHILE TURNING, THE DEALER REPLACED THE RACK AND PINION GEAR ASSEMBLY TWICE, THE STEERING WHEEL IS MISALIGNED, FAULTY IMTERMEDIATE SHAFT/BRAKE TUBE CAUSED THE STEERING WHEEL TO SHAKE. NLM

Mar 22, 2001 Steering

THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCES POPPING NOISE FROM THE STEERING COLUMN AND NOISE FROM THE FRONT END WHILE TURNING, THE DEALER REPLACED THE RACK AND PINION GEAR ASSEMBLY TWICE, THE STEERING WHEEL IS MISALIGNED, FAULTY IMTERMEDIATE SHAFT/BRAKE TUBE CAUSED THE STEERING WHEEL TO SHAKE. NLM

Mar 22, 2001 Power Train

WHEN TURNING ON THE HEATER OR AC IT MAKES A LOUD GRINDING NOISE AND THE VEHICLE FEELS LIKE THE ENGINE LOOSES POWER, DEALER REPLACED THE PCM. NLM

Mar 22, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCES EXCESSIVE ENGINE VIBRATION AT IDLE, THE DEALER TESTED OTHER NEON'S AND STATED THAT THEY ALL VIBRATE, POSSIBLE DESIGN FLAW. NLM

Mar 22, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE BRAKES MAKE NOISE, THE DEALER FOUND THAT THE WEAR INDICATOR WAS RUBBING AGAINST THE ROTORS, DEALER REPLACED ROTORS AND PADS. NLM

Mar 22, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE BRAKES MAKE NOISE, THE DEALER FOUND THAT THE WEAR INDICATOR WAS RUBBING AGAINST THE ROTORS, DEALER REPLACED ROTORS AND PADS. NLM

Mar 22, 2001 Electrical System

THE LIGHTS FLICKER INTERMITTENTLY, THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. NLM

Mar 22, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCES INTERMITTENT POWER SURGES (LOSS OF POWER) WHEN DRIVING OVER 50 MPH UPON ACCELERATION. NLM

Mar 22, 2001 Vehicle Speed Control

THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCES INTERMITTENT POWER SURGES (LOSS OF POWER) WHEN DRIVING OVER 50 MPH UPON ACCELERATION. NLM

Mar 22, 2001 Steering

THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCES POPPING NOISE FROM THE STEERING COLUMN AND NOISE FROM THE FRONT END WHILE TURNING, THE DEALER REPLACED THE RACK AND PINION GEAR ASSEMBLY TWICE, THE STEERING WHEEL IS MISALIGNED, FAULTY IMTERMEDIATE SHAFT/BRAKE TUBE CAUSED THE STEERING WHEEL TO SHAKE. NLM

Mar 22, 2001 Steering

THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCES POPPING NOISE FROM THE STEERING COLUMN AND NOISE FROM THE FRONT END WHILE TURNING, THE DEALER REPLACED THE RACK AND PINION GEAR ASSEMBLY TWICE, THE STEERING WHEEL IS MISALIGNED, FAULTY IMTERMEDIATE SHAFT/BRAKE TUBE CAUSED THE STEERING WHEEL TO SHAKE. NLM

Mar 22, 2001 Power Train

WHEN TURNING ON THE HEATER OR AC IT MAKES A LOUD GRINDING NOISE AND THE VEHICLE FEELS LIKE THE ENGINE LOOSES POWER, DEALER REPLACED THE PCM. NLM

Mar 22, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCES EXCESSIVE ENGINE VIBRATION AT IDLE, THE DEALER TESTED OTHER NEON'S AND STATED THAT THEY ALL VIBRATE, POSSIBLE DESIGN FLAW. NLM

Mar 22, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE BRAKES MAKE NOISE, THE DEALER FOUND THAT THE WEAR INDICATOR WAS RUBBING AGAINST THE ROTORS, DEALER REPLACED ROTORS AND PADS. NLM

Mar 22, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE BRAKES MAKE NOISE, THE DEALER FOUND THAT THE WEAR INDICATOR WAS RUBBING AGAINST THE ROTORS, DEALER REPLACED ROTORS AND PADS. NLM

Mar 22, 2001 Electrical System

THE LIGHTS FLICKER INTERMITTENTLY, THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. NLM

Mar 21, 2001 Seat Belts

WHILE DRIVING DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SEAT BELTS WILL LOCK UP, ATTACHING PERSON TO SEAT AND LEAVING NO SPACE FOR MOVEMENTS.*AK

Mar 21, 2001 Seat Belts

WHILE DRIVING DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SEAT BELTS WILL LOCK UP, ATTACHING PERSON TO SEAT AND LEAVING NO SPACE FOR MOVEMENTS.*AK

Mar 4, 2001 Electrical System

SINCE 1/15/01 THE BATTERY IS DEAD IF THE CAR IS NOT DRIVEN EVERY DAY. IF WE LET THE CAR SIT FOR ONE FULL DAY, THE BATTERY IS DEAD. THE DEALER HAS REPLACED THE MODULE AND RADIO THINKING THAT IS THE PROBLEM. IT IS BACK IN THE SHOP NOW BECAUSE THE BATTERY WENT DEAD AFTER ONE DAY OF NOT DRIVING THE C...

Mar 4, 2001 Electrical System

SINCE 1/15/01 THE BATTERY IS DEAD IF THE CAR IS NOT DRIVEN EVERY DAY. IF WE LET THE CAR SIT FOR ONE FULL DAY, THE BATTERY IS DEAD. THE DEALER HAS REPLACED THE MODULE AND RADIO THINKING THAT IS THE PROBLEM. IT IS BACK IN THE SHOP NOW BECAUSE THE BATTERY WENT DEAD AFTER ONE DAY OF NOT DRIVING THE C...

Mar 3, 2001 Steering Crash

WHILE DRIVING THROUGH SHOPPING CENTER AT ABOUT 25 MPH TRIED TO MAKE LEFT TURN DOWN LANE THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED IN MID TURN AND MY SON LOOKED DOWN TO SEE WHY WHEEL LOCKED AND SLAMMED HEAD ON INTO A CONCRETE LIGHT POST, CAUSING OVER $4000.00 IN DAMAGE TO THE CAR. ALSO THE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY DURI...

Mar 3, 2001 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING THROUGH SHOPPING CENTER AT ABOUT 25 MPH TRIED TO MAKE LEFT TURN DOWN LANE THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED IN MID TURN AND MY SON LOOKED DOWN TO SEE WHY WHEEL LOCKED AND SLAMMED HEAD ON INTO A CONCRETE LIGHT POST, CAUSING OVER $4000.00 IN DAMAGE TO THE CAR. ALSO THE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY DURI...

Mar 3, 2001 Steering Crash

WHILE DRIVING THROUGH SHOPPING CENTER AT ABOUT 25 MPH TRIED TO MAKE LEFT TURN DOWN LANE THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED IN MID TURN AND MY SON LOOKED DOWN TO SEE WHY WHEEL LOCKED AND SLAMMED HEAD ON INTO A CONCRETE LIGHT POST, CAUSING OVER $4000.00 IN DAMAGE TO THE CAR. ALSO THE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY DURI...

Mar 3, 2001 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING THROUGH SHOPPING CENTER AT ABOUT 25 MPH TRIED TO MAKE LEFT TURN DOWN LANE THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED IN MID TURN AND MY SON LOOKED DOWN TO SEE WHY WHEEL LOCKED AND SLAMMED HEAD ON INTO A CONCRETE LIGHT POST, CAUSING OVER $4000.00 IN DAMAGE TO THE CAR. ALSO THE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY DURI...

Mar 1, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

MY NEON STARTED MAKING A NOISE--KNOCKING NOISE IN THE PISTONS AT AROUND 5800 MI.CONTACTED CHRYSLER ABOUT THE PROBLEM.A REPRESENTATIVE FROM CHRYSLER TOLD ME THAT THE NOISE WAS NORMAL FOR THOSE TYPE OF CARS.YOU CAN HEAR THE NOISE WHEN IT'S WARM OUT FROM APROX. 10FT AWAY--THIS IS WRONG FOR A NEW CAR.I ...

Mar 1, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

MY NEON STARTED MAKING A NOISE--KNOCKING NOISE IN THE PISTONS AT AROUND 5800 MI.CONTACTED CHRYSLER ABOUT THE PROBLEM.A REPRESENTATIVE FROM CHRYSLER TOLD ME THAT THE NOISE WAS NORMAL FOR THOSE TYPE OF CARS.YOU CAN HEAR THE NOISE WHEN IT'S WARM OUT FROM APROX. 10FT AWAY--THIS IS WRONG FOR A NEW CAR.I ...

Feb 28, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE BRAKES WERE MAKING SQUEALING NOISE BECAUSE THEY HAD EATEN HALFWAY THROUGH THE ROTORS. NLM

Feb 28, 2001 Visibility

THE SUNROOF WAS LEAKING WATER INTO THE VEHICLE. NLM

Feb 28, 2001 Electrical System

THE BATTERY DIED CAUSING THE VEHICLE NOT TO START AND THE REMOTE CONTROL DOES NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY. NLM

Feb 28, 2001 Electrical System

THE BATTERY DIED CAUSING THE VEHICLE NOT TO START AND THE REMOTE CONTROL DOES NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY. NLM

Feb 28, 2001 Structure

THE TRUNK DOES NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY. NLM

Feb 28, 2001 Steering

THE STEERING WHEEL MAKES A WHINNING NOISE WHEN TURNING. NLM

Feb 28, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE BRAKES WERE MAKING SQUEALING NOISE BECAUSE THEY HAD EATEN HALFWAY THROUGH THE ROTORS. NLM

Feb 28, 2001 Visibility

THE SUNROOF WAS LEAKING WATER INTO THE VEHICLE. NLM

Feb 28, 2001 Electrical System

THE BATTERY DIED CAUSING THE VEHICLE NOT TO START AND THE REMOTE CONTROL DOES NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY. NLM

Feb 28, 2001 Electrical System

THE BATTERY DIED CAUSING THE VEHICLE NOT TO START AND THE REMOTE CONTROL DOES NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY. NLM

Feb 28, 2001 Structure

THE TRUNK DOES NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY. NLM

Feb 28, 2001 Steering

THE STEERING WHEEL MAKES A WHINNING NOISE WHEN TURNING. NLM

Feb 16, 2001 Air Bags Crash

THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO ROLLOVER 3 TIMES, THE ENGINE DID NOT SHUT OFF DUE TO A FAULTY RESISTOR, THE CONSUMER SUSTAINED A CRUSHED T-6 VERTABRAE. NLM

Feb 16, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling Crash

THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO ROLLOVER 3 TIMES, THE ENGINE DID NOT SHUT OFF DUE TO A FAULTY RESISTOR, THE CONSUMER SUSTAINED A CRUSHED T-6 VERTABRAE. NLM

Feb 16, 2001 Air Bags Crash

THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO ROLLOVER 3 TIMES, THE ENGINE DID NOT SHUT OFF DUE TO A FAULTY RESISTOR, THE CONSUMER SUSTAINED A CRUSHED T-6 VERTABRAE. NLM

Feb 16, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling Crash

THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO ROLLOVER 3 TIMES, THE ENGINE DID NOT SHUT OFF DUE TO A FAULTY RESISTOR, THE CONSUMER SUSTAINED A CRUSHED T-6 VERTABRAE. NLM

Feb 15, 2001 Structure

KEY TO THE DOOR LOCK AND TRUCK SOMETIMES WON'T OPEN. WEATHER WAS NOT A FACTOR. IT STARTED IN SUMMER. CONSUMER WOULD HAVE TO CLIMB THROUGH HATCH TO UNLOCK DOORS. DEALER FIXED PROBLEM . *AK

Feb 15, 2001 Structure

KEY TO THE DOOR LOCK AND TRUCK SOMETIMES WON'T OPEN. WEATHER WAS NOT A FACTOR. IT STARTED IN SUMMER. CONSUMER WOULD HAVE TO CLIMB THROUGH HATCH TO UNLOCK DOORS. DEALER FIXED PROBLEM . *AK

Feb 14, 2001 Seats

HOW MANY UNSAFE ITEMS SHOULD THERE BE BEFORE YOU CAN REQUEST THE LEMON LAW ACT.WHEN I PURCHASE THIS VEHICLE I WAS TOLD I HAD TO KEEP IT BECAUSE I SIGNED THE REGISTRATION (I NOTICE THE PASS.AIRBAG COMPARTMENT SECURELY FASTENED AND I DIDN'T NOT WANT THE CAR. SINCE THEN WHICH WAS 11/26/1999, THE DODGE ...

Feb 14, 2001 Seats

HOW MANY UNSAFE ITEMS SHOULD THERE BE BEFORE YOU CAN REQUEST THE LEMON LAW ACT.WHEN I PURCHASE THIS VEHICLE I WAS TOLD I HAD TO KEEP IT BECAUSE I SIGNED THE REGISTRATION (I NOTICE THE PASS.AIRBAG COMPARTMENT SECURELY FASTENED AND I DIDN'T NOT WANT THE CAR. SINCE THEN WHICH WAS 11/26/1999, THE DODGE ...

Feb 9, 2001 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE HESITATES AND WILL NOT PICK UP SPEED, CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Feb 9, 2001 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE HESITATES AND WILL NOT PICK UP SPEED, CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Feb 8, 2001 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

CONSUMER WAS BRAKING AS NORMAL BUT VEHICLE WAS RACING, AND DID NOT STOP IN TIME, CAUSING A REAR END ACCIDENT. ACCELERATOR DID NOT GO DOWN. *AK AIR BAGS DIDN'T DEPLOYED DURING ACCIDENT. *YH

Feb 8, 2001 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER WAS BRAKING AS NORMAL BUT VEHICLE WAS RACING, AND DID NOT STOP IN TIME, CAUSING A REAR END ACCIDENT. ACCELERATOR DID NOT GO DOWN. *AK AIR BAGS DIDN'T DEPLOYED DURING ACCIDENT. *YH

Feb 8, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

CONSUMER WAS BRAKING AS NORMAL BUT VEHICLE WAS RACING, AND DID NOT STOP IN TIME, CAUSING A REAR END ACCIDENT. ACCELERATOR DID NOT GO DOWN. *AK AIR BAGS DIDN'T DEPLOYED DURING ACCIDENT. *YH

Feb 8, 2001 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

CONSUMER WAS BRAKING AS NORMAL BUT VEHICLE WAS RACING, AND DID NOT STOP IN TIME, CAUSING A REAR END ACCIDENT. ACCELERATOR DID NOT GO DOWN. *AK AIR BAGS DIDN'T DEPLOYED DURING ACCIDENT. *YH

Feb 8, 2001 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER WAS BRAKING AS NORMAL BUT VEHICLE WAS RACING, AND DID NOT STOP IN TIME, CAUSING A REAR END ACCIDENT. ACCELERATOR DID NOT GO DOWN. *AK AIR BAGS DIDN'T DEPLOYED DURING ACCIDENT. *YH

Feb 8, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

CONSUMER WAS BRAKING AS NORMAL BUT VEHICLE WAS RACING, AND DID NOT STOP IN TIME, CAUSING A REAR END ACCIDENT. ACCELERATOR DID NOT GO DOWN. *AK AIR BAGS DIDN'T DEPLOYED DURING ACCIDENT. *YH

Jan 26, 2001 Suspension

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Jan 26, 2001 Suspension

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Jan 22, 2001 Electrical System

VEHICLE HAS STOPPED 3 TIMES WITH IN A TWO WEEK TIME FRAME. *AK

Jan 22, 2001 Electrical System

VEHICLE HAS STOPPED 3 TIMES WITH IN A TWO WEEK TIME FRAME. *AK

Jan 12, 2001 Tires

WHILE DRIVING 50MPH SUDDENLY IT FELT LIKE SOMETHING WAS GRABBING VEHICLE. WENT INTO A SPIN & ENDED IN A DITCH. LEFT REAR TIRE SIDEWALL BLEWOUT, BUT TREAD WAS STILL INTACT. GOODYEAR, EAGLE LS, DOT M6MSHMCR199 WITH 1,000 MILES P185/60R15. *AK

Jan 12, 2001 Tires

WHILE DRIVING 50MPH SUDDENLY IT FELT LIKE SOMETHING WAS GRABBING VEHICLE. WENT INTO A SPIN & ENDED IN A DITCH. LEFT REAR TIRE SIDEWALL BLEWOUT, BUT TREAD WAS STILL INTACT. GOODYEAR, EAGLE LS, DOT M6MSHMCR199 WITH 1,000 MILES P185/60R15. *AK

Jan 9, 2001 Suspension

CAR WAS PULLING TO THE RIGHT. DEALER SAID A SCREW WAS LOOSE, SO THEY TIGHTENED IT. MONTH LATER STILL PULLING, THEY DID AN ALIGNMENT, THAT STILL DIDN'T WORK. 3 INCH BAR THAT HOLDS BACK WHEEL WAS BENT, SUPPORT BAR. DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE WAS BENT INWARD.*AK

Jan 9, 2001 Tires

CAR WAS PULLING TO THE RIGHT. DEALER SAID A SCREW WAS LOOSE, SO THEY TIGHTENED IT. MONTH LATER STILL PULLING, THEY DID AN ALIGNMENT, THAT STILL DIDN'T WORK. 3 INCH BAR THAT HOLDS BACK WHEEL WAS BENT, SUPPORT BAR. DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE WAS BENT INWARD.*AK

Jan 9, 2001 Suspension

CAR WAS PULLING TO THE RIGHT. DEALER SAID A SCREW WAS LOOSE, SO THEY TIGHTENED IT. MONTH LATER STILL PULLING, THEY DID AN ALIGNMENT, THAT STILL DIDN'T WORK. 3 INCH BAR THAT HOLDS BACK WHEEL WAS BENT, SUPPORT BAR. DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE WAS BENT INWARD.*AK

Jan 9, 2001 Tires

CAR WAS PULLING TO THE RIGHT. DEALER SAID A SCREW WAS LOOSE, SO THEY TIGHTENED IT. MONTH LATER STILL PULLING, THEY DID AN ALIGNMENT, THAT STILL DIDN'T WORK. 3 INCH BAR THAT HOLDS BACK WHEEL WAS BENT, SUPPORT BAR. DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE WAS BENT INWARD.*AK

Jan 5, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE PULLING OUT OF DRIVEWAY OR AT A STOP AND ABOUT TO PROCEED VEHICLE STALLED UNEXPECTEDLY WHICH COULD HAVE CAUSED A CRASH. WENT TO ARBITRATION BOARD IN WHICH CHRYSLER STATED THAT IT WAS THE CAHARACTERISTIC OF VEHCLE BECAUSE OF EMISSION STANDARDS. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Jan 5, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE PULLING OUT OF DRIVEWAY OR AT A STOP AND ABOUT TO PROCEED VEHICLE STALLED UNEXPECTEDLY WHICH COULD HAVE CAUSED A CRASH. WENT TO ARBITRATION BOARD IN WHICH CHRYSLER STATED THAT IT WAS THE CAHARACTERISTIC OF VEHCLE BECAUSE OF EMISSION STANDARDS. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Dec 21, 2000 Electrical System

PROBLEM WITH BATTERY NOT HOLDING ITS CHARGE PROPERLY. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CONCERNING THIS PROBLEM. *AK

Dec 21, 2000 Electrical System

PROBLEM WITH BATTERY NOT HOLDING ITS CHARGE PROPERLY. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CONCERNING THIS PROBLEM. *AK

Dec 15, 2000 Electrical System

THE ORIGINAL BATTERY WAS REPLACED 12,000 MILES AGO AND LESS THAN 3 MONTHS LATER THIS NEW BATTERY DIED. CHRYSLER & DEALER REFUSED TO REPLACE REGARDLESS OF THE FACT THAT THE BATTERY LASTED LESS THAN 3 MONTHS. THE CAUSE OF THIS SECOND BATTERY FAILURE LIKE THE FIRST WAS DETERMINED TO BE ITS CLOSENESS...

Dec 15, 2000 Electrical System

THE ORIGINAL BATTERY WAS REPLACED 12,000 MILES AGO AND LESS THAN 3 MONTHS LATER THIS NEW BATTERY DIED. CHRYSLER & DEALER REFUSED TO REPLACE REGARDLESS OF THE FACT THAT THE BATTERY LASTED LESS THAN 3 MONTHS. THE CAUSE OF THIS SECOND BATTERY FAILURE LIKE THE FIRST WAS DETERMINED TO BE ITS CLOSENESS...

Dec 10, 2000 Air Bags Crash

SEAT BELT DID NOT WORK ( RETRACT) DURING A FRONTAL CAR ACCIDENT. IN ADDITION, THE AIR BAGS DID NOT OPEN EITHER. THE CAR ACCIDENT WAS A SEVERE ACCIDENT. *AK

Dec 10, 2000 Seat Belts Crash

SEAT BELT DID NOT WORK ( RETRACT) DURING A FRONTAL CAR ACCIDENT. IN ADDITION, THE AIR BAGS DID NOT OPEN EITHER. THE CAR ACCIDENT WAS A SEVERE ACCIDENT. *AK

Dec 10, 2000 Air Bags Crash

SEAT BELT DID NOT WORK ( RETRACT) DURING A FRONTAL CAR ACCIDENT. IN ADDITION, THE AIR BAGS DID NOT OPEN EITHER. THE CAR ACCIDENT WAS A SEVERE ACCIDENT. *AK

Dec 10, 2000 Seat Belts Crash

SEAT BELT DID NOT WORK ( RETRACT) DURING A FRONTAL CAR ACCIDENT. IN ADDITION, THE AIR BAGS DID NOT OPEN EITHER. THE CAR ACCIDENT WAS A SEVERE ACCIDENT. *AK

Nov 28, 2000 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN REAR END COLLISION, WHICH FORCED CONSUMER VEHICLE INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE IN FRONT. AT AN IMPACT OF 40-45 MP BOTH AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. VEHICLE WAS CONSIDERED TOTALED BY INSURANCE COMPANY. ALSO, DRIVER'S SEAT COLLAPSED BACKWARD. DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT NOTIFIED...

Nov 28, 2000 Seats Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN REAR END COLLISION, WHICH FORCED CONSUMER VEHICLE INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE IN FRONT. AT AN IMPACT OF 40-45 MP BOTH AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. VEHICLE WAS CONSIDERED TOTALED BY INSURANCE COMPANY. ALSO, DRIVER'S SEAT COLLAPSED BACKWARD. DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT NOTIFIED...

Nov 28, 2000 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN REAR END COLLISION, WHICH FORCED CONSUMER VEHICLE INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE IN FRONT. AT AN IMPACT OF 40-45 MP BOTH AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. VEHICLE WAS CONSIDERED TOTALED BY INSURANCE COMPANY. ALSO, DRIVER'S SEAT COLLAPSED BACKWARD. DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT NOTIFIED...

Nov 28, 2000 Seats Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN REAR END COLLISION, WHICH FORCED CONSUMER VEHICLE INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE IN FRONT. AT AN IMPACT OF 40-45 MP BOTH AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. VEHICLE WAS CONSIDERED TOTALED BY INSURANCE COMPANY. ALSO, DRIVER'S SEAT COLLAPSED BACKWARD. DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT NOTIFIED...

Nov 22, 2000 Structure

I FEEL THIS CAR HAS A DESIGN PROBLEM. IT IS TOO LOW IN THE FRONT AND TOO HIGH IN THE REAR. THE DRIVER CANNOT SEE THE HOOD OR TRUNK. YOU MUST DRIVE BY INSTINCT INSTEAD OF SIGHT. (UNSAFE CONDITION) THERE IS ONLY 6 INCHES OF CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE ROAD AND A FRAME BEHIND THE FRONT BUMPER. IT HITS BU...

Nov 22, 2000 Structure

I FEEL THIS CAR HAS A DESIGN PROBLEM. IT IS TOO LOW IN THE FRONT AND TOO HIGH IN THE REAR. THE DRIVER CANNOT SEE THE HOOD OR TRUNK. YOU MUST DRIVE BY INSTINCT INSTEAD OF SIGHT. (UNSAFE CONDITION) THERE IS ONLY 6 INCHES OF CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE ROAD AND A FRAME BEHIND THE FRONT BUMPER. IT HITS BU...

Nov 9, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

DEFECTIVE MOTOR MOUNTS BROKE AT 6,000 MILES OF WEAR. DEALER NOTIFIED, AND MADE REPAIRS. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER ON THIS MATTER.*AK

Nov 9, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

DEFECTIVE MOTOR MOUNTS BROKE AT 6,000 MILES OF WEAR. DEALER NOTIFIED, AND MADE REPAIRS. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER ON THIS MATTER.*AK

Nov 8, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING 35MPH ON HIGHWAY AND WAS TURNING ON A SIDE STREET, WENT TO APPLY BRAKES, AND BRAKES LOCKED UP. THERE WAS AN ACCIDENT, CONSUMER HIT THE SIDE OF THE STREET. *AK

Nov 8, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING 35MPH ON HIGHWAY AND WAS TURNING ON A SIDE STREET, WENT TO APPLY BRAKES, AND BRAKES LOCKED UP. THERE WAS AN ACCIDENT, CONSUMER HIT THE SIDE OF THE STREET. *AK

Nov 3, 2000 Steering

WHILE DRIVING 30MPH STEERING WHEEL BECAME STUCK. WAS NOT ABLE TO STEER & MAINTAIN CONTROL OF VEHICLE. PUT ON HAZARDS. MANAGED TO STOP VEHICLE & THEN HAD PUSHED VEHICLE TO NEARBY MECHANIC. WAS INFORMED THAT SERPENTINE BELT HAD BROKEN DUE TO BEING DEFECTIVE.*AK

Nov 3, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING 30MPH STEERING WHEEL BECAME STUCK. WAS NOT ABLE TO STEER & MAINTAIN CONTROL OF VEHICLE. PUT ON HAZARDS. MANAGED TO STOP VEHICLE & THEN HAD PUSHED VEHICLE TO NEARBY MECHANIC. WAS INFORMED THAT SERPENTINE BELT HAD BROKEN DUE TO BEING DEFECTIVE.*AK

Nov 3, 2000 Steering

WHILE DRIVING 30MPH STEERING WHEEL BECAME STUCK. WAS NOT ABLE TO STEER & MAINTAIN CONTROL OF VEHICLE. PUT ON HAZARDS. MANAGED TO STOP VEHICLE & THEN HAD PUSHED VEHICLE TO NEARBY MECHANIC. WAS INFORMED THAT SERPENTINE BELT HAD BROKEN DUE TO BEING DEFECTIVE.*AK

Nov 3, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING 30MPH STEERING WHEEL BECAME STUCK. WAS NOT ABLE TO STEER & MAINTAIN CONTROL OF VEHICLE. PUT ON HAZARDS. MANAGED TO STOP VEHICLE & THEN HAD PUSHED VEHICLE TO NEARBY MECHANIC. WAS INFORMED THAT SERPENTINE BELT HAD BROKEN DUE TO BEING DEFECTIVE.*AK

Nov 2, 2000 Electrical System

VEHICLE HAS BEEN DOING THIS PROBLEM SINCE THE DAY I PURCHASED IT. I AM TIRED OF TAKING IT TO THE DEALER AND THEY NOT FIXING. SERVICE MANAGER TOLD ME THAT THERE WAS IN FACT A PROBLEM, BUT BECAUSE THE COMPUTER ISN'T REGISTERING ANY CODES, THEY CAN'T FIX IT. HE TOLD ME HE WANTED THE CAR TO "DIE." ...

Nov 2, 2000 Electrical System

VEHICLE HAS BEEN DOING THIS PROBLEM SINCE THE DAY I PURCHASED IT. I AM TIRED OF TAKING IT TO THE DEALER AND THEY NOT FIXING. SERVICE MANAGER TOLD ME THAT THERE WAS IN FACT A PROBLEM, BUT BECAUSE THE COMPUTER ISN'T REGISTERING ANY CODES, THEY CAN'T FIX IT. HE TOLD ME HE WANTED THE CAR TO "DIE." ...

Oct 31, 2000 Air Bags

AIRBAG LIGHT STAYS ON AND HORN IS INOPERATIVE. ALSO, AIR BAG MAY DEPLOY UNEXPECTEDLY OR WON'T DEPLOY IN EVENT OF A CRASH. PARTS ARE NOT AVAILABLE.*AK

Oct 31, 2000 Electrical System

AIRBAG LIGHT STAYS ON AND HORN IS INOPERATIVE. ALSO, AIR BAG MAY DEPLOY UNEXPECTEDLY OR WON'T DEPLOY IN EVENT OF A CRASH. PARTS ARE NOT AVAILABLE.*AK

Oct 31, 2000 Air Bags

AIRBAG LIGHT STAYS ON AND HORN IS INOPERATIVE. ALSO, AIR BAG MAY DEPLOY UNEXPECTEDLY OR WON'T DEPLOY IN EVENT OF A CRASH. PARTS ARE NOT AVAILABLE.*AK

Oct 31, 2000 Electrical System

AIRBAG LIGHT STAYS ON AND HORN IS INOPERATIVE. ALSO, AIR BAG MAY DEPLOY UNEXPECTEDLY OR WON'T DEPLOY IN EVENT OF A CRASH. PARTS ARE NOT AVAILABLE.*AK

Oct 30, 2000 Seat Belts

REAR BELT LOSES TENSION WHEN YOU INSTALL A BABY CARSEAT AFTER PULLING THE SHOULDER BELT IN ORDER TO CREATE TENSION ON THE LAPBELT TO HOLD THE CARSEAT TIGHT. WHAT HAPPENS IS THAT THERE IS A PLASTIC PIECE THAT GOES IN THE BUCKLE CONNECTOR, AND WHEN YOU APPLY PRESSURE IT BREAKS APPART, GIVING NO TENSI...

Oct 30, 2000 Seat Belts

REAR BELT LOSES TENSION WHEN YOU INSTALL A BABY CARSEAT AFTER PULLING THE SHOULDER BELT IN ORDER TO CREATE TENSION ON THE LAPBELT TO HOLD THE CARSEAT TIGHT. WHAT HAPPENS IS THAT THERE IS A PLASTIC PIECE THAT GOES IN THE BUCKLE CONNECTOR, AND WHEN YOU APPLY PRESSURE IT BREAKS APPART, GIVING NO TENSI...

Oct 17, 2000 Electrical System

BATTERY FAILED. *SLC

Oct 17, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

CONSUMER HIT THE BRAKES TO KEEP FROM HITTING THE VEHICLE IN FRONT WHEN THE BRAKES FAILED CAUSING CRASH AND INJURY TO CONSUMER. *SLC

Oct 17, 2000 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN ACCIDENT AND AIRBAGS EXPERIENCED NO DEPLOYMENT, CONSUMER HAD NUMEROUS INJURIES. *SLC

Oct 17, 2000 Electrical System

BATTERY FAILED. *SLC

Oct 17, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

CONSUMER HIT THE BRAKES TO KEEP FROM HITTING THE VEHICLE IN FRONT WHEN THE BRAKES FAILED CAUSING CRASH AND INJURY TO CONSUMER. *SLC

Oct 17, 2000 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN ACCIDENT AND AIRBAGS EXPERIENCED NO DEPLOYMENT, CONSUMER HAD NUMEROUS INJURIES. *SLC

Oct 2, 2000 Power Train Crash

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION DOES NOT LOCK INTO PARK IF INDICATOR IS STOPPED BETWEEN THE PARK AND REVERSE LOCATIONS. THE CAR IS ACTUALLY IN NEUTRAL, BUT THE INDICATOR DISPLAYS "PARK". CAR WILL ROLL IN THIS IN THIS POSITION. THIS HAS BEEN TESTED IN FIVE OTHER NEONS AND THEY ALL PORTRAY THIS CHARACTERISTI...

Oct 2, 2000 Power Train Crash

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION DOES NOT LOCK INTO PARK IF INDICATOR IS STOPPED BETWEEN THE PARK AND REVERSE LOCATIONS. THE CAR IS ACTUALLY IN NEUTRAL, BUT THE INDICATOR DISPLAYS "PARK". CAR WILL ROLL IN THIS IN THIS POSITION. THIS HAS BEEN TESTED IN FIVE OTHER NEONS AND THEY ALL PORTRAY THIS CHARACTERISTI...

Sep 30, 2000 Equipment

10 SERVICES, A/C, 3 POWER STEERING, 3 TRANSMISSION LEAKS, 3 BATTERY REALTED PROBLEMS

Sep 30, 2000 Steering

10 SERVICES, A/C, 3 POWER STEERING, 3 TRANSMISSION LEAKS, 3 BATTERY REALTED PROBLEMS

Sep 30, 2000 Electrical System

10 SERVICES, A/C, 3 POWER STEERING, 3 TRANSMISSION LEAKS, 3 BATTERY REALTED PROBLEMS

Sep 30, 2000 Power Train

10 SERVICES, A/C, 3 POWER STEERING, 3 TRANSMISSION LEAKS, 3 BATTERY REALTED PROBLEMS

Sep 30, 2000 Equipment

10 SERVICES, A/C, 3 POWER STEERING, 3 TRANSMISSION LEAKS, 3 BATTERY REALTED PROBLEMS

Sep 30, 2000 Steering

10 SERVICES, A/C, 3 POWER STEERING, 3 TRANSMISSION LEAKS, 3 BATTERY REALTED PROBLEMS

Sep 30, 2000 Electrical System

10 SERVICES, A/C, 3 POWER STEERING, 3 TRANSMISSION LEAKS, 3 BATTERY REALTED PROBLEMS

Sep 30, 2000 Power Train

10 SERVICES, A/C, 3 POWER STEERING, 3 TRANSMISSION LEAKS, 3 BATTERY REALTED PROBLEMS

Sep 27, 2000 Electrical System Crash

VEHICLE DIES UNEXPECTEDLY. ONCE VEHICLE DIED, AND CONSUMER HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE. *AK

Sep 27, 2000 Electrical System Crash

VEHICLE DIES UNEXPECTEDLY. ONCE VEHICLE DIED, AND CONSUMER HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE. *AK

Sep 25, 2000 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH VEHICLE IN FRONT STOPPED SUDDENLY, CAUSING CONSUMER TO REAREND THE OTHER VEHICLE. UPON IMPACT, DUAL AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, CAUSING INJURIES IN FACE/ARMS AND NECK. VEHICLE POSSIBLY WAS TOTALED. *AK

Sep 25, 2000 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH VEHICLE IN FRONT STOPPED SUDDENLY, CAUSING CONSUMER TO REAREND THE OTHER VEHICLE. UPON IMPACT, DUAL AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, CAUSING INJURIES IN FACE/ARMS AND NECK. VEHICLE POSSIBLY WAS TOTALED. *AK

Sep 20, 2000 Steering

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Sep 20, 2000 Steering

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Sep 7, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

SPRING IN THE GAS PEDAL BROKE WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH, CAUSING IT TO FLY STRAIGHT UP. DEALER HAS BEEN OCNTACTED.*AK

Sep 7, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

SPRING IN THE GAS PEDAL BROKE WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH, CAUSING IT TO FLY STRAIGHT UP. DEALER HAS BEEN OCNTACTED.*AK

Sep 5, 2000 Power Train

WHEN CONSUMER CHANGES GEARS VEHICLE STOPS WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE, AND LOSES POWER. ALSO, TIRES TREAD WAS DEFECTIVE. SHE WILL CONTACT DEALERSHIP.*AK

Sep 5, 2000 Tires

WHEN CONSUMER CHANGES GEARS VEHICLE STOPS WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE, AND LOSES POWER. ALSO, TIRES TREAD WAS DEFECTIVE. SHE WILL CONTACT DEALERSHIP.*AK

Sep 5, 2000 Power Train

WHEN CONSUMER CHANGES GEARS VEHICLE STOPS WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE, AND LOSES POWER. ALSO, TIRES TREAD WAS DEFECTIVE. SHE WILL CONTACT DEALERSHIP.*AK

Sep 5, 2000 Tires

WHEN CONSUMER CHANGES GEARS VEHICLE STOPS WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE, AND LOSES POWER. ALSO, TIRES TREAD WAS DEFECTIVE. SHE WILL CONTACT DEALERSHIP.*AK

Aug 31, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE CAR HAS A MANUAL TRANSAXEL. IT JERKS WHEN SHIFTING AND WHEN RELEASING FOOT FROM GAS AND RETURN WHEN DRIVING IN ALL GEARS. ACTS LIKE INCORRECT FUEL/AIR MIXTURE. DEALER CLAIMS THIS IS NORMAL. IT IS ELUSIVE BUT NOT NORMAL. IT COULD PROVE DANGEROUS MERGING ONTO FREEWAY.

Aug 31, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE CAR HAS A MANUAL TRANSAXEL. IT JERKS WHEN SHIFTING AND WHEN RELEASING FOOT FROM GAS AND RETURN WHEN DRIVING IN ALL GEARS. ACTS LIKE INCORRECT FUEL/AIR MIXTURE. DEALER CLAIMS THIS IS NORMAL. IT IS ELUSIVE BUT NOT NORMAL. IT COULD PROVE DANGEROUS MERGING ONTO FREEWAY.

Aug 29, 2000 Suspension

WHEN DRIVING AND UPON MAKING A LEFT OR RIGHT HAND TURN CONSUMER NOTICED A POPPING SOUND COMING FROM FRONT. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED FOUR TIMES, AND HAS NOT REPLACED PARTS, BUT JOINTS WERE OILED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Aug 29, 2000 Suspension

WHEN DRIVING AND UPON MAKING A LEFT OR RIGHT HAND TURN CONSUMER NOTICED A POPPING SOUND COMING FROM FRONT. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED FOUR TIMES, AND HAS NOT REPLACED PARTS, BUT JOINTS WERE OILED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Aug 28, 2000 Suspension

VEHICLE VIBRATES REAL BADLY. DEALER TOLD CONSUMER TO BRING VEHICLE IN, BUT PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE. DEALER WAS SUPPOSE TO CALL IN 2-3 DAYS, BUT TO THIS DATE HASN'T CALLED. VEHICLE CAN'T EXCEED OVER 65MPH.*AK

Aug 28, 2000 Suspension

VEHICLE VIBRATES REAL BADLY. DEALER TOLD CONSUMER TO BRING VEHICLE IN, BUT PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE. DEALER WAS SUPPOSE TO CALL IN 2-3 DAYS, BUT TO THIS DATE HASN'T CALLED. VEHICLE CAN'T EXCEED OVER 65MPH.*AK

Aug 25, 2000 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT 60 MPH VEHICLE STRUCK ANOTHER VEHICLE IN THE REAR, AND SEAT BELTS DID NOT RESTRAIN, AND AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED.*AK

Aug 25, 2000 Seat Belts Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT 60 MPH VEHICLE STRUCK ANOTHER VEHICLE IN THE REAR, AND SEAT BELTS DID NOT RESTRAIN, AND AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED.*AK

Aug 25, 2000 Visibility

WHEN DRIVING ANDFOR NO APPARENT REASON AND WITHOUT OPERATOR OPERATING WINDSHIELD WIPER SWITCH WINDSHIELD WIPERS WILL TURN OFF AND ON. PROBLEM IS LINKED TO AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM. ALSO, NOTE CAR ALARM OFTEN SOUNDS OFF. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Aug 25, 2000 Latches/locks/linkages

INTERIOR TRUNK LOCK WASN'T OPERABLE. CONSUMER WENT TO OPEN THE TRUNK AND LOCK WOULDN'T UNLOCK/ CIGERETTE LIGHTER AND CD PLAYER FAILED. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP. MECHANIC TOLD HER THAT THEY COULDN'T DUPLICATE THE PROBLEMS. *AK SEAT BELT MALFUNCTIONS. DOOR LIGHT AND DOME LIGHT S...

Aug 25, 2000 Steering

INTERIOR TRUNK LOCK WASN'T OPERABLE. CONSUMER WENT TO OPEN THE TRUNK AND LOCK WOULDN'T UNLOCK/ CIGERETTE LIGHTER AND CD PLAYER FAILED. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP. MECHANIC TOLD HER THAT THEY COULDN'T DUPLICATE THE PROBLEMS. *AK SEAT BELT MALFUNCTIONS. DOOR LIGHT AND DOME LIGHT S...

Aug 25, 2000 Visibility

INTERIOR TRUNK LOCK WASN'T OPERABLE. CONSUMER WENT TO OPEN THE TRUNK AND LOCK WOULDN'T UNLOCK/ CIGERETTE LIGHTER AND CD PLAYER FAILED. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP. MECHANIC TOLD HER THAT THEY COULDN'T DUPLICATE THE PROBLEMS. *AK SEAT BELT MALFUNCTIONS. DOOR LIGHT AND DOME LIGHT S...

Aug 25, 2000 Seat Belts

INTERIOR TRUNK LOCK WASN'T OPERABLE. CONSUMER WENT TO OPEN THE TRUNK AND LOCK WOULDN'T UNLOCK/ CIGERETTE LIGHTER AND CD PLAYER FAILED. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP. MECHANIC TOLD HER THAT THEY COULDN'T DUPLICATE THE PROBLEMS. *AK SEAT BELT MALFUNCTIONS. DOOR LIGHT AND DOME LIGHT S...

Aug 25, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

INTERIOR TRUNK LOCK WASN'T OPERABLE. CONSUMER WENT TO OPEN THE TRUNK AND LOCK WOULDN'T UNLOCK/ CIGERETTE LIGHTER AND CD PLAYER FAILED. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP. MECHANIC TOLD HER THAT THEY COULDN'T DUPLICATE THE PROBLEMS. *AK SEAT BELT MALFUNCTIONS. DOOR LIGHT AND DOME LIGHT S...

Aug 25, 2000 Suspension

INTERIOR TRUNK LOCK WASN'T OPERABLE. CONSUMER WENT TO OPEN THE TRUNK AND LOCK WOULDN'T UNLOCK/ CIGERETTE LIGHTER AND CD PLAYER FAILED. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP. MECHANIC TOLD HER THAT THEY COULDN'T DUPLICATE THE PROBLEMS. *AK SEAT BELT MALFUNCTIONS. DOOR LIGHT AND DOME LIGHT S...

Aug 25, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

INTERIOR TRUNK LOCK WASN'T OPERABLE. CONSUMER WENT TO OPEN THE TRUNK AND LOCK WOULDN'T UNLOCK/ CIGERETTE LIGHTER AND CD PLAYER FAILED. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP. MECHANIC TOLD HER THAT THEY COULDN'T DUPLICATE THE PROBLEMS. *AK SEAT BELT MALFUNCTIONS. DOOR LIGHT AND DOME LIGHT S...

Aug 25, 2000 Equipment

INTERIOR TRUNK LOCK WASN'T OPERABLE. CONSUMER WENT TO OPEN THE TRUNK AND LOCK WOULDN'T UNLOCK/ CIGERETTE LIGHTER AND CD PLAYER FAILED. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP. MECHANIC TOLD HER THAT THEY COULDN'T DUPLICATE THE PROBLEMS. *AK SEAT BELT MALFUNCTIONS. DOOR LIGHT AND DOME LIGHT S...

Aug 25, 2000 Equipment

INTERIOR TRUNK LOCK WASN'T OPERABLE. CONSUMER WENT TO OPEN THE TRUNK AND LOCK WOULDN'T UNLOCK/ CIGERETTE LIGHTER AND CD PLAYER FAILED. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP. MECHANIC TOLD HER THAT THEY COULDN'T DUPLICATE THE PROBLEMS. *AK SEAT BELT MALFUNCTIONS. DOOR LIGHT AND DOME LIGHT S...

Aug 25, 2000 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT 60 MPH VEHICLE STRUCK ANOTHER VEHICLE IN THE REAR, AND SEAT BELTS DID NOT RESTRAIN, AND AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED.*AK

Aug 25, 2000 Seat Belts Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT 60 MPH VEHICLE STRUCK ANOTHER VEHICLE IN THE REAR, AND SEAT BELTS DID NOT RESTRAIN, AND AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED.*AK

Aug 25, 2000 Visibility

WHEN DRIVING ANDFOR NO APPARENT REASON AND WITHOUT OPERATOR OPERATING WINDSHIELD WIPER SWITCH WINDSHIELD WIPERS WILL TURN OFF AND ON. PROBLEM IS LINKED TO AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM. ALSO, NOTE CAR ALARM OFTEN SOUNDS OFF. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Aug 25, 2000 Latches/locks/linkages

INTERIOR TRUNK LOCK WASN'T OPERABLE. CONSUMER WENT TO OPEN THE TRUNK AND LOCK WOULDN'T UNLOCK/ CIGERETTE LIGHTER AND CD PLAYER FAILED. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP. MECHANIC TOLD HER THAT THEY COULDN'T DUPLICATE THE PROBLEMS. *AK SEAT BELT MALFUNCTIONS. DOOR LIGHT AND DOME LIGHT S...

Aug 25, 2000 Steering

INTERIOR TRUNK LOCK WASN'T OPERABLE. CONSUMER WENT TO OPEN THE TRUNK AND LOCK WOULDN'T UNLOCK/ CIGERETTE LIGHTER AND CD PLAYER FAILED. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP. MECHANIC TOLD HER THAT THEY COULDN'T DUPLICATE THE PROBLEMS. *AK SEAT BELT MALFUNCTIONS. DOOR LIGHT AND DOME LIGHT S...

Aug 25, 2000 Visibility

INTERIOR TRUNK LOCK WASN'T OPERABLE. CONSUMER WENT TO OPEN THE TRUNK AND LOCK WOULDN'T UNLOCK/ CIGERETTE LIGHTER AND CD PLAYER FAILED. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP. MECHANIC TOLD HER THAT THEY COULDN'T DUPLICATE THE PROBLEMS. *AK SEAT BELT MALFUNCTIONS. DOOR LIGHT AND DOME LIGHT S...

Aug 25, 2000 Seat Belts

INTERIOR TRUNK LOCK WASN'T OPERABLE. CONSUMER WENT TO OPEN THE TRUNK AND LOCK WOULDN'T UNLOCK/ CIGERETTE LIGHTER AND CD PLAYER FAILED. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP. MECHANIC TOLD HER THAT THEY COULDN'T DUPLICATE THE PROBLEMS. *AK SEAT BELT MALFUNCTIONS. DOOR LIGHT AND DOME LIGHT S...

Aug 25, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

INTERIOR TRUNK LOCK WASN'T OPERABLE. CONSUMER WENT TO OPEN THE TRUNK AND LOCK WOULDN'T UNLOCK/ CIGERETTE LIGHTER AND CD PLAYER FAILED. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP. MECHANIC TOLD HER THAT THEY COULDN'T DUPLICATE THE PROBLEMS. *AK SEAT BELT MALFUNCTIONS. DOOR LIGHT AND DOME LIGHT S...

Aug 25, 2000 Suspension

INTERIOR TRUNK LOCK WASN'T OPERABLE. CONSUMER WENT TO OPEN THE TRUNK AND LOCK WOULDN'T UNLOCK/ CIGERETTE LIGHTER AND CD PLAYER FAILED. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP. MECHANIC TOLD HER THAT THEY COULDN'T DUPLICATE THE PROBLEMS. *AK SEAT BELT MALFUNCTIONS. DOOR LIGHT AND DOME LIGHT S...

Aug 25, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

INTERIOR TRUNK LOCK WASN'T OPERABLE. CONSUMER WENT TO OPEN THE TRUNK AND LOCK WOULDN'T UNLOCK/ CIGERETTE LIGHTER AND CD PLAYER FAILED. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP. MECHANIC TOLD HER THAT THEY COULDN'T DUPLICATE THE PROBLEMS. *AK SEAT BELT MALFUNCTIONS. DOOR LIGHT AND DOME LIGHT S...

Aug 25, 2000 Equipment

INTERIOR TRUNK LOCK WASN'T OPERABLE. CONSUMER WENT TO OPEN THE TRUNK AND LOCK WOULDN'T UNLOCK/ CIGERETTE LIGHTER AND CD PLAYER FAILED. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP. MECHANIC TOLD HER THAT THEY COULDN'T DUPLICATE THE PROBLEMS. *AK SEAT BELT MALFUNCTIONS. DOOR LIGHT AND DOME LIGHT S...

Aug 25, 2000 Equipment

INTERIOR TRUNK LOCK WASN'T OPERABLE. CONSUMER WENT TO OPEN THE TRUNK AND LOCK WOULDN'T UNLOCK/ CIGERETTE LIGHTER AND CD PLAYER FAILED. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP. MECHANIC TOLD HER THAT THEY COULDN'T DUPLICATE THE PROBLEMS. *AK SEAT BELT MALFUNCTIONS. DOOR LIGHT AND DOME LIGHT S...

Aug 2, 2000 Air Bags Crash

WHILE TRAVELING AT 40 MPH AND AS A RESULT OF AN ACCIDENT AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Aug 2, 2000 Air Bags Crash

WHILE TRAVELING AT 40 MPH AND AS A RESULT OF AN ACCIDENT AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Jun 30, 2000 Air Bags Crash

IN A FRONT END COLLISION AT 45 MPH VEHICLE WAS TOTALED, AND AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED.

Jun 30, 2000 Air Bags Crash

IN A FRONT END COLLISION AT 45 MPH VEHICLE WAS TOTALED, AND AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED.

Jun 28, 2000 Structure

WHEN PLACING FOOT ON THE GAS PEDAL FOOT WILL GET STUCK ON THE PEDAL BECAUSE OF THE MIDDLE CONSOLE WHICH HOLDS THE FOOT ON THE SIDE.*AK

Jun 28, 2000 Structure

WHEN PLACING FOOT ON THE GAS PEDAL FOOT WILL GET STUCK ON THE PEDAL BECAUSE OF THE MIDDLE CONSOLE WHICH HOLDS THE FOOT ON THE SIDE.*AK

Jun 20, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

HAVE REPLACED THE FRONT DISC PADS ASSEMBLIES AND HAVE HAD THE ROTOR ASSEMBLIES RESURFACED 3TIMES, THE STEERING WHEEL SHAKES DURING BRAKING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. CAR SHUDDERS DURING LOW SPEED STOPPING AT TRAFFIC LITE /STOPS SIGNS. ANY HELP WOULD BE APPRECIATED . *AK

Jun 20, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

HAVE REPLACED THE FRONT DISC PADS ASSEMBLIES AND HAVE HAD THE ROTOR ASSEMBLIES RESURFACED 3TIMES, THE STEERING WHEEL SHAKES DURING BRAKING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. CAR SHUDDERS DURING LOW SPEED STOPPING AT TRAFFIC LITE /STOPS SIGNS. ANY HELP WOULD BE APPRECIATED . *AK

May 23, 2000 Unknown Or Other Crash

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

May 23, 2000 Unknown Or Other Crash

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

May 19, 2000 Air Bags Crash

THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY IN A HEAD ON COLLISION AT APPROX 30MPH. *AK

May 19, 2000 Air Bags Crash

THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY IN A HEAD ON COLLISION AT APPROX 30MPH. *AK

May 16, 2000 Unknown Or Other Crash

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

May 16, 2000 Unknown Or Other Crash

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

May 12, 2000 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING 40-50MPH AND ANOTHER VEHICLE PULLED OUT IN FRONT & SEVERELY DAMAGED CONSUMER'S VEHICLE FRONT END. ALSO, UPON IMPACT, FRONT AIR BAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY. *AK

May 12, 2000 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING 40-50MPH AND ANOTHER VEHICLE PULLED OUT IN FRONT & SEVERELY DAMAGED CONSUMER'S VEHICLE FRONT END. ALSO, UPON IMPACT, FRONT AIR BAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY. *AK

Apr 28, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

THIS VEHICLE HAS STUMBLED AND STALLED UPON ACCELERATING FROM A STOP. THIS MAKES IT VERY SERIOUS WHEN TRYING TO AVOID OTHER CARS WHEN YEALDING INTO TARFFIC FROM A STOP OR IN MY CASE TRYING TO GET OUT OF THE WAY OF EMERGENCY VEHICLE'S 3 TRIPS TO DEALER CAR STILL THERE THET SAY THEY HAVE NO FIX FO...

Apr 28, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

THIS VEHICLE HAS STUMBLED AND STALLED UPON ACCELERATING FROM A STOP. THIS MAKES IT VERY SERIOUS WHEN TRYING TO AVOID OTHER CARS WHEN YEALDING INTO TARFFIC FROM A STOP OR IN MY CASE TRYING TO GET OUT OF THE WAY OF EMERGENCY VEHICLE'S 3 TRIPS TO DEALER CAR STILL THERE THET SAY THEY HAVE NO FIX FO...

Apr 4, 2000 Suspension

STEERING SHAKES NO MATTER WHAT SPEED THE VEHICLE IS GOING. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALER FOR REPAIRES 2WEEKS AGO & PROBLEMS IS BACK AGAIN. *AK

Apr 4, 2000 Suspension

STEERING SHAKES NO MATTER WHAT SPEED THE VEHICLE IS GOING. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALER FOR REPAIRES 2WEEKS AGO & PROBLEMS IS BACK AGAIN. *AK

Mar 20, 2000 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN 30 MPH FRONTAL COLLISION IN WHICH THE DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Mar 20, 2000 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN 30 MPH FRONTAL COLLISION IN WHICH THE DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Feb 29, 2000 Power Train

TRANSMISSION HAS BEEN REPLACED IN THE VEHICLE 3 TIMES. VEHICLE WOULD LOCK UP AND WOULDN'T GO INTO REVERSE. DEALER TOLD CONSUMER THAT VEHICLE WAS BEING ABUSED, AND WANTED NOTHING ELSE TO DO WITH IT. *AK *ML

Feb 29, 2000 Power Train

TRANSMISSION HAS BEEN REPLACED IN THE VEHICLE 3 TIMES. VEHICLE WOULD LOCK UP AND WOULDN'T GO INTO REVERSE. DEALER TOLD CONSUMER THAT VEHICLE WAS BEING ABUSED, AND WANTED NOTHING ELSE TO DO WITH IT. *AK *ML

Feb 14, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING INTERMITTENT STALLING WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A STOP POSITION. ALSO, POWER STEERING PUMP MAKES UNNECESSARY NOISE. DEALER NOTIFIED, REPLACED POWER STEERING PUMP ONCE, BUT PROBLEM IS REOCCURRING.*AK *ML

Feb 14, 2000 Steering

VEHICLE HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING INTERMITTENT STALLING WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A STOP POSITION. ALSO, POWER STEERING PUMP MAKES UNNECESSARY NOISE. DEALER NOTIFIED, REPLACED POWER STEERING PUMP ONCE, BUT PROBLEM IS REOCCURRING.*AK *ML

Feb 14, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING INTERMITTENT STALLING WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A STOP POSITION. ALSO, POWER STEERING PUMP MAKES UNNECESSARY NOISE. DEALER NOTIFIED, REPLACED POWER STEERING PUMP ONCE, BUT PROBLEM IS REOCCURRING.*AK *ML

Feb 14, 2000 Steering

VEHICLE HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING INTERMITTENT STALLING WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A STOP POSITION. ALSO, POWER STEERING PUMP MAKES UNNECESSARY NOISE. DEALER NOTIFIED, REPLACED POWER STEERING PUMP ONCE, BUT PROBLEM IS REOCCURRING.*AK *ML

Feb 9, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

THIS CAR HAS STUMBLED AND STALLED ON ACCELERATION SINCE THE DAY IT WAS PURCHASED, IT HAS BEEN BACK TO THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES AND THEY SAY NOTHING IS WRONG, THE MANUFACTURER HAS ALSO BEEN CONTACTED WITHOUT ANY SUCCESS. *AK

Feb 9, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

THIS CAR HAS STUMBLED AND STALLED ON ACCELERATION SINCE THE DAY IT WAS PURCHASED, IT HAS BEEN BACK TO THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES AND THEY SAY NOTHING IS WRONG, THE MANUFACTURER HAS ALSO BEEN CONTACTED WITHOUT ANY SUCCESS. *AK

Dec 17, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

THROTTLE STUCK, CAUSING VEHICLE TO ACCELERATE SUDDENLY. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED AND WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLE. *AK

Dec 17, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

THROTTLE STUCK, CAUSING VEHICLE TO ACCELERATE SUDDENLY. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED AND WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLE. *AK

Nov 17, 1999 Air Bags Crash

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Nov 17, 1999 Air Bags Crash

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Nov 15, 1999 Steering

POWER STEERING RESERVOIR: FLUID IS TOO SMALL, POWER STEERING FLUID HAS TO BE CHECKED EVERY 7,000 MILES. T DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK

Nov 15, 1999 Steering

POWER STEERING RESERVOIR: FLUID IS TOO SMALL, POWER STEERING FLUID HAS TO BE CHECKED EVERY 7,000 MILES. T DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK

Nov 3, 1999 Parking Brake Crash

AFTER PARKING THE VEHICLE ON A SLIGHT INCLINE WITH EMERGENCY BRAKE FULLY ENGAGED, VEHICLE ROLLED BACKWARDS INTO THE STREET AND WAS HIT BY A TRUCK. DEALER HAS FIXED VEHICLE. *AK

Nov 3, 1999 Parking Brake Crash

AFTER PARKING THE VEHICLE ON A SLIGHT INCLINE WITH EMERGENCY BRAKE FULLY ENGAGED, VEHICLE ROLLED BACKWARDS INTO THE STREET AND WAS HIT BY A TRUCK. DEALER HAS FIXED VEHICLE. *AK

Nov 1, 1999 Electrical System

HORN FAILS WHEN VEHICLE IS DRIVEN IN RAIN AND DOES NOT WORK UNTIL REPLACED

Nov 1, 1999 Electrical System

HORN FAILS WHEN VEHICLE IS DRIVEN IN RAIN AND DOES NOT WORK UNTIL REPLACED

Oct 30, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

CAR THROTTLES UP WITHOUT DRIVER INPUT UNDER COLD OR WARM ENGINE, ON AND OFF CRUISE CONTROL, STOPPED OR ROLLING. THIS HAS HAPPENED 2 TIMES IN REVERSE, 2 TIMES AT HIGHWAY SPEED ON CRUISE, AND STOPPED AND ROLLING IN FOWARD DRIVE.

Oct 30, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

CAR THROTTLES UP WITHOUT DRIVER INPUT UNDER COLD OR WARM ENGINE, ON AND OFF CRUISE CONTROL, STOPPED OR ROLLING. THIS HAS HAPPENED 2 TIMES IN REVERSE, 2 TIMES AT HIGHWAY SPEED ON CRUISE, AND STOPPED AND ROLLING IN FOWARD DRIVE.

Oct 16, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

CAR WAS RUNNING, BUT PARKED. ENGINE CAUGHT FIRE, BURNING COMPLETELY THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. MY SON ESCAPED, THE FLAMES ENGULFED THE ENGINE, BOTH THE FIRE DEPARTMENT AND THE POLICE DEPARTMENT WERE AT THE SCENE. HE LUCKILY WAS ABLE TO GET OUT OF THE CAR. THE FRONT OF THE CAR WAS BURNED BEYOND RE...

Oct 16, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

CAR WAS RUNNING, BUT PARKED. ENGINE CAUGHT FIRE, BURNING COMPLETELY THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. MY SON ESCAPED, THE FLAMES ENGULFED THE ENGINE, BOTH THE FIRE DEPARTMENT AND THE POLICE DEPARTMENT WERE AT THE SCENE. HE LUCKILY WAS ABLE TO GET OUT OF THE CAR. THE FRONT OF THE CAR WAS BURNED BEYOND RE...

Sep 21, 1999 Air Bags Crash

WHEN VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD ON COLLISION, TRAVELING 30-35 MPH, THERE WAS NO DEPLOYMENT OF DRIVER'S SIDE OR PASSENGER'S SIDE AIR BAGS. VEHICLE WAS TOTALLED IN THE CRASH. REPORT GIVEN FATHER, CHARLES WISE. *AK

Sep 21, 1999 Air Bags Crash

WHEN VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD ON COLLISION, TRAVELING 30-35 MPH, THERE WAS NO DEPLOYMENT OF DRIVER'S SIDE OR PASSENGER'S SIDE AIR BAGS. VEHICLE WAS TOTALLED IN THE CRASH. REPORT GIVEN FATHER, CHARLES WISE. *AK

Sep 3, 1999 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION AT 65MPH. UPON IMPACT, THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, AND THE RESTRAINTS DID NOT RETRACT, RESULTING IN MINOR INJURIES. THE MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK

Sep 3, 1999 Seat Belts Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION AT 65MPH. UPON IMPACT, THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, AND THE RESTRAINTS DID NOT RETRACT, RESULTING IN MINOR INJURIES. THE MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK

Sep 3, 1999 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION AT 65MPH. UPON IMPACT, THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, AND THE RESTRAINTS DID NOT RETRACT, RESULTING IN MINOR INJURIES. THE MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK

Sep 3, 1999 Seat Belts Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION AT 65MPH. UPON IMPACT, THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, AND THE RESTRAINTS DID NOT RETRACT, RESULTING IN MINOR INJURIES. THE MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK

Aug 24, 1999 Steering

POWER STEERING PUMP FAILED. MJS

Aug 24, 1999 Steering

POWER STEERING PUMP FAILED. MJS