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2004 Dodge Neon repairs by problem area

Engine (38%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (14%)

Brakes and Traction Control (10%)

Suspension and Steering (29%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (8%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)

Other (0%)

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2004 Dodge Neon brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (50%)

< $100 (50%)

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Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2004 Dodge Neon 4dr Sedan

150-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

114000 mi

US $55
Seal at copper washer on right rear caliper failed. Replaced caliper, copper washers, and brake hose. 

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2004 Dodge Neon 4dr Sedan

132-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

108000 mi

US $380
Rear brake lining separated from shoes and jammed drum, so wheel was locked up. During repair, found other side also failed, also both rear wheel cylinders leaking. Replaced rear drums and shoes (both sides) and both rear wheel cylinders. 

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2004 Dodge Neon 4dr Sedan

132-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

58000 mi

US $80
Front Brake Pads and Rotors 
119000 mi

US $450
Rotors, pads, shoes all replaced... 
119500 mi Rotors and pads replaced again due to "bad rotors" (Dumb mechanic didn't tension the rear brakes at all and the front brakes took all the force) (Under warranty) 
126300 mi

US $124
126,000 miles: Replaced right rear wheel cylinder, brake line, and brake fluid. The reason for replacement was that the wheel cylinder had failed and caused a brake fluid leak which resulted in a loss of brake pressure. 

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2004 Dodge Neon Brake Problems

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