MYRModel Year Report

1995 Plymouth Neon

■ Significantly worse — known issue year
1995 Plymouth Neon
BUILT 2026-10-10

This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints
483
Recalls
6

Campaigns on file for 1995

Investigations
9

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Engine and engine cooling

32% of complaints

Complaints per year

1994: 3 complaints 1994 1995: 483 complaints 1995 483 1996: 308 complaints 1996 1997: 166 complaints 1997 1998: 167 complaints 1998 1999: 62 complaints 1999 2000: 141 complaints 2000 2001: 49 complaints 2001
1994: 3 complaints 1994 1995: 483 complaints 1995 483 1996: 308 complaints 1996 1997: 166 complaints 1997 1998: 167 complaints 1998 1999: 62 complaints 1999 2000: 141 complaints 2000 2001: 49 complaints 2001
1994: 3 complaints 1994 1995: 483 complaints 1995 483 1996: 308 complaints 1996 1997: 166 complaints 1997 1998: 167 complaints 1998 1999: 62 complaints 1999 2000: 141 complaints 2000 2001: 49 complaints 2001

1995: 483 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19943
1995483
1996308
1997166
1998167
199962
2000141
200149

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine and engine cooling

32% · 156 reports

Most commonly citing engine and gasoline.

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While driving the vehicle began making noise. The driver pulled over then noticed that the vehicle was on fire.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-05-01

Service brakes

21% · 103 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and air.

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Steering

15% · 72 reports

Most commonly citing steering wheel/handle bar and hydraulic power assist system.

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Electrical system

13% · 64 reports

Most commonly citing interior/under dash and fuses and circuit breakers.

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Air bags

13% · 62 reports

Most commonly citing frontal and side/window.

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Tl* the contact owns a 1995 Plymouth Neon. While driving various speeds, the air bag warning light illuminated intermittently. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-09-22

Also filed under Exterior lighting and interior lighting

Was tring to exit highway when traffic suddenly stopped and I had to slam on my brakes but it didn't keep me from rear ending a truck and it left skid marks on the highway. The air bags never deployed.…

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-12-11

In accident door flew open upon impact on curb road and drivers airbag pressure exploded drivers side window to pieces. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-03-13

Also filed under Structure

Safety timeline

6 recalls · 9 investigations · oldest first

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    1994-01-21Service brakes, hydraulic94V026000 The ABS brake master cylinder rear seal allows air to enter the brake system, causing spongy brakes or partial brake system loss.

    Remedy: Master cylinders will be inspected for the suspect build date code range and will be replaced if necessary.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    1994-02-09Service brakes, hydraulic94V034000 The rear brake hose mounting bracket screws can fail allowing the brake hoses to move out of position. The unrestrained hoses are then susceptible to damage which could result in brake fluid leakage.

    Remedy: The rear brake line hose bracket screws on these vehicles will be replaced.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    1994-02-09Power train94V033000 Moisture can get into the powertrain control module (PCM) causing driveability malfunctions, including stalling.

    Remedy: The powertrain control modules on these vehicles will be replaced.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    1994-12-28Preliminary evaluationClosed 1995-04-25 Loss of steering control
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    1995Complaint volume 483 complaints filed for this model year.
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    1996-06-10Service brakes, hydraulic96V075000 The brake master cylinder can leak brake fluid due to a damaged double lip rear piston seal.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear brake master cylindr piston assembly.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    1996-11-26Preliminary evaluationClosed 1997-04-30 Loss of steering control
  8. R
    1996-12-06Fuel system, gasoline, service brakes, hydraulic96V228000 The fuel and rear brake tubes can experience accelerated corrosion between the tubes and a rubber isolator.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the brake, fuel supply and fuel vapor tubes for the presence of corrosion. Any tubes showing corrosion will be replaced. All vehicles will have the rubber isolator replaced…

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    1997-01-31Preliminary evaluationClosed 1997-04-07 Alleged fires in steering column area
  10. I
    1997-04-30Engineering analysisClosed 1997-10-08 Loss of steering control
  11. I
    1997-09-21Preliminary evaluationClosed 1998-01-30 Oversensitive air bag deployment
  12. R
    1997-11-15Steering97V169000 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The steering column coupler can become disconnected when the vehicle experiences an underbody impact.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the steering column coupler with a coupler design that collapses on impact.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  13. I
    1998-01-30Engineering analysisClosed 2000-01-05 Oversensitive air bag deployments
  14. I
    1998-02-26Preliminary evaluationClosed 1998-06-23 Underhood fires
  15. I
    2002-11-06Preliminary evaluationClosed 2003-04-23 Safety belt cinching latch plate
  16. I
    2003-05-07Defect petitionClosed 2003-07-22 Steering column separation

Buy-smart checklist

1995 Plymouth Neon — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 156 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 103 reports on file for this year.
  • Steering: 72 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 94V026000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 94V034000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 94V033000 · Power train
  • Recall 96V075000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 96V228000 · Fuel system, gasoline, service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 97V169000 · Steering
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FAQ

Is the 1995 Plymouth Neon reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1995 Plymouth Neon is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 1995 Plymouth Neon?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 32% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1995 Plymouth Neon have?
6 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-08-10 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.