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2003 Dodge Neon repairs by problem area

Engine (43%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (13%)

Suspension and Steering (17%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (26%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (0%)

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2003 Dodge Neon repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (5%)

$500 - $999 (18%)

$100 - $499 (32%)

< $100 (45%)

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Chart based on 22 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

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Dodge Neon in California, United States - Jun 2011
Jun 2011 124000 mi US $350	Alternator died. It was replaced by a local shop. Part plus labor was 350 US dollars. Far too much for this car. I don't have a garage or I'd do the labor myself. Although the engine compartment is quite small with little work room.

Dodge Neon in Vermont, United States Feb 2014 - Jun 2016
Jun 2016 130000 mi	Needed new struts

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Dodge Neon in Illinois, United States Dec 2016 - May 2020
Jul 2016 82000 mi US $75	Replaced factory original wheel cylinders, brake pads and hardware
Oct 2017 87000 mi US $450	Camshaft position sensor (2nd time in 3 yrs), low pressure sensor on power steering
Dec 2019 105000 mi US $520	water pump and timing belt replacement, cam cover gasket replacement Camshaft sensor (3rd time!)

Dodge Neon in Ohio, United States - Jan 2007
Dec 2006 49000 mi US $350	Lower Control Arm Bushings
Jan 2007 50000 mi US $250	Tie Rod Ends

Dodge Neon in Virginia, United States Sep 2015 - Jul 2018
Nov 2016 174100 mi US $2	water inlet o-ring leaking
Feb 2017 175900 mi US $280	The front left wheel bearing started making noises. With around 180,000 miles we had both front bearings replaced.

Dodge Neon in Oklahoma, United States Feb 2014 - Oct 2017
Feb 2014 243000 mi US $164	Radiator replaced due to problem with lower radiator hose separating from radiator tank.
Jun 2014 251000 mi US $42	Cruise control stopped working. Replaced cruise control switch. Problem not fixed. Unseated and reseated electrical connector at engine control module. Problem fixed.
May 2015 271600 mi US $11	Oil pressure sending switch failed. Tell tale warning light illuminated continuously while engine running. Replaced switch.
Jan 2016 266500 mi US $40	Engine would intermittently experience no start condition. Traced problem to faulty camshaft position sensor and faulty electrical connector at cam sensor.
Feb 2016 282700 mi US $850	While running engine kept pushing coolant into overflow tank. After doing this many times low coolant level resulted in overheating. Engine head gasket replacement corrected issue.
Sep 2016 291000 mi	Battery icon lamp would turn on randomly while driving. Checked voltage while running. 13 volts. Checked wiring. Intermittent alternator charging. Alternator failed completely. Alternator replaced. Battery icon lamp turned and stays off. Code P0344 cam sensor randomly occurs. Sensor replaced 9 months previous. Checked wiring. No issues. Checked connector at sensor. Oil saturated. Cleaned connector terminals. Problem solved.
Mar 2017 297568 mi US $170	Replaced brake master cylinder, rear wheel cylinders, hydraulic hose at each wheel, rear brake shoes. Flushed brake fluid from system.

Dodge Neon in Nebraska, United States Feb 2010 - Apr 2018
Feb 2010 99000 mi US $75	Replaced the multi function switch because headlights weren't working correctly and fog lights were on constantly. Found melted connection (common problem) but was able to reuse the connector with new switch.
Sep 2014 130000 mi US $650	Brake cylinder leaking. Ended up replacing both rear brake assemblies. Caused by a dealers previous poor workmanship.
Feb 2015 131900 mi US $500	Radiator developed a leak. Replaced.
Jul 2015 134200 mi US $1000	Found a leaking Freon fitting. The shop had problems repairing. It's fixed but not sure for how long.
May 2017 157000 mi US $50	Replaced the Turn signal/head lights/fog light multi switch for the third time since purchasing car. Second time in a year.