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2001 Dodge Neon engine problems

Owners reported engine problems in 18 complaints for the 2001 Dodge Neon, 9% of the complaints on file.

At a glance

Complaints
18 9% of this year's complaints
Crashes and fires
1 and 0
Injuries and deaths
2 and 3

Source: NHTSA owner complaints

What the data shows

These complaints mention 1 crash, 2 injuries, 3 deaths.

What owners wrote

Consumer stated while stopped at a light, as she attempted to step on the gas, the pedal began to act erratic, which caused the vehicle to hit the person in front and would not stop. The vehicle was repaired, but now it hesitates when driving or stopping. Other problems are as followed: the electrical lights and alarms, engine/cooling system, equipment(not spec), fuel system, heater/defrost/vent, park brake, power train, serv.

CrashInjuryDeath

Head gasket problems on the 2001 dodge neon es sedan. Oil leakage in certain compartments, including the water coolant housing. As a result, the car started to overheat.

Reported at 40,000 miles, September 2003 Injury

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