2000 Plymouth Neon
This year's complaint volume is within 30% 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 | 481 |
| 1996 | 308 |
| 1997 | 161 |
| 1998 | 167 |
| 1999 | 62 |
| 2000 | 141 |
| 2001 | 49 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
9% of complaints: air bags — 13 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
THE CONSUMER'S CHILDREN WERE DRIVING 25 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STRUCK HEAD-ON BY ANOTHER VEHICLE. NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED . THERE WERE THREE INJURIES. *AK *PH *JB
NHTSA ODI report, 20030804
WHILE PARKING AND APPLYING THE BRAKES PEDAL WOULD NOT DEPRESS. THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WOULD NOT MOVE AND STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP, CAUSING DRIVER TO HIT A CRUB AND THEN A PARKED VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY IN THE CRASH.
NHTSA ODI report, 19990816
8% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 11 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 PLYMOUTH NEON. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A POPPING NOISE AND THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL SHIFTED TO THE LEFT AND BECAME DETACHED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20181003
5% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 7 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
WHILE PARKING AND APPLYING THE BRAKES PEDAL WOULD NOT DEPRESS. THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WOULD NOT MOVE AND STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP, CAUSING DRIVER TO HIT A CRUB AND THEN A PARKED VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY IN THE CRASH.
NHTSA ODI report, 19990816
5% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 7 distinct reports on file.
5% of complaints: air bags — 7 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING 45 MPH, DROVE OVER SOME GRAVEL IN THE ROAD, LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE AND HIT A GUARD RAIL.UPON IMPACT, AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20031117
SAFETY TIMELINE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME FRONTAL (PASSENGER SIDE) AIR BAGS MAY NOT INFLATE PROPERLY.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AIR BAG MODULE ON THE PASSENGER SIDE.
Campaign 99V043000 — check if this car was fixed
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER CONTROL ARMS MAY HAVE BEEN INADEQUATELY WELDED BETWEEN THE PIVOT TUBE AND THE ARM.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LOWER CONTROL ARM.
Campaign 99V114000 — check if this car was fixed
CONTROL ARM WELDS
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS. VAPORS FROM THE POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION (PCV) SYSTEM CAN CONDENSE AND FREEZE INSIDE OF THE THROTTLE BODY WHEN THE VEHICLE IS OPERATED IN EXTREMELY COLD AM
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE AND RELOCATE A PCV SYSTEM TUBE.
Campaign 00V194000 — check if this car was fixed
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." SOME OF THE OWNE
Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH AN ADDENDUM TO THE OWNER'S MANUALS.
Campaign 00V366000 — check if this car was fixed
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. IN THE PRESENCE OF OIL AND HEAT, THE BRAKE BOOSTER VACUUM HOSE COULD SWELL AND LOOSEN FROM THE INTAKE MANIFOLD.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE BOOSTER VACUUM HOSE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 2, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE T
Campaign 01V154000 — check if this car was fixed
SAFETY BELT CINCHING LATCH PLATE
FEDERAL MOGUL IS RECALLING 6,903 AFTERMARKET BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES SHIPPED BETWEEN NOVEMBER 9, 2007 AND MARCH 26, 2008, WHICH MAY HAVE BEEN PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS. THE PART NUMBERS PACKAGED WIT
Remedy: FEDERAL MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE PARTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 22, 2008. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL MOGUL AT 877-489-6659.
Campaign 08E033000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2000 Plymouth Neon — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (13 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (11 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 99V043000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 99V114000 (suspension) has been completed.
- Verify recall 00V194000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
- Verify recall 00V366000 (child seat) has been completed.
- Verify recall 01V154000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 08E033000 (suspension) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2000 Plymouth Neon reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2000 Plymouth Neon is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Plymouth Neon?
The most-reported component is air bags:frontal, accounting for 9% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 Plymouth Neon have?
6 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.