1995 Plymouth Neon
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 3 |
| 1995 | 483 |
| 1996 | 308 |
| 1997 | 166 |
| 1998 | 167 |
| 1999 | 62 |
| 2000 | 141 |
| 2001 | 49 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
32% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 156 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing engine and gasoline.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE BEGAN MAKING NOISE. THE DRIVER PULLED OVER THEN NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS ON FIRE. *NLM
NHTSA ODI report, 20030501
21% of complaints: service brakes — 103 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.
CRASH FIRE INJURY DEATH15% of complaints: steering — 72 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing steering wheel/handle bar and hydraulic power assist system.
CRASH FIRE INJURY DEATH13% of complaints: electrical system — 64 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing interior/under dash and fuses and circuit breakers.
CRASH FIRE INJURY13% of complaints: air bags — 62 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing frontal and side/window.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
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, 20150922
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. DT
NHTSA ODI report, 20021211
IN ACCIDENT DOOR FLEW OPEN UPON IMPACT ON CURB ROAD AND DRIVERS AIRBAG PRESSURE EXPLODED DRIVERS SIDE WINDOW TO PIECES. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950313
Also filed under STRUCTURE
SAFETY TIMELINE
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.
Campaign 94V026000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 94V034000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 94V033000 — check if this car was fixed
LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL
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.
Campaign 96V075000 — check if this car was fixed
LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL
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 WITH
Campaign 96V228000 — check if this car was fixed
ALLEGED FIRES IN STEERING COLUMN AREA
LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL
OVERSENSITIVE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT
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.
Campaign 97V169000 — check if this car was fixed
OVERSENSITIVE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENTS
UNDERHOOD FIRES
SAFETY BELT CINCHING LATCH PLATE
STEERING COLUMN SEPARATION
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1995 Plymouth Neon — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (156 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (103 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for steering issues (72 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 94V026000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 94V034000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 94V033000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 96V075000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 96V228000 (fuel system, gasoline, service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 97V169000 (steering) has been completed.
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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.