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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 transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (11%)

$500 - $999 (11%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (44%)

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Chart based on 9 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

132-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

123000 mi

US $35
Shifter was sloppy. I discovered that the booger bushings under the hood were nearly disintegrated and replaced them with aftermarket bushings. I WOULD NOT recommend NOS parts for this repair. 

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2004 Dodge Neon 4dr Sedan

132-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

83700 mi Because of a previous radiator fail that let the coolant flow in the radiator and vice versa, the transmission started slipping about 1000km after the radiator replacement. 
101000 mi

US $2100
101,000 miles: 4-speed automatic transmission internals replaced as well as housing. Root cause was automatic transmission fluid leaking out. Shop suspected porosity in the aluminum trans housing from the factory. Expensive repair! 
34000 mi

US $100
Transmission failure. Warranty Covered. 
76000 mi

US $100
Solenoid Pack Leaking Transmission cooling lines leaking 
134000 mi The radiator cracked and leaked into the transmission causing extreme heat damage to the transmission. 
239000 mi

US $178
Passenger side CV joint replaced. 
245000 mi

US $789
Trans axle seal leaking 
79000 mi

US $1800
Transmission overhaul because of a known defect in the original design. 

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2004 Dodge Neon Transmission Problems

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