Dodge Neon Dodge Neon

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Dodge Neon repairs by problem area

Engine (37%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)

Brakes and Traction Control (11%)

Suspension and Steering (24%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (14%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)

Other (1%)

Select a problem area

Show all problems

Need advice about a specific Dodge Neon problem?

Chart based on 120 repairs.
See TSBs and recalls for the Dodge Neon.

Dodge Neon electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (6%)

$500 - $999 (6%)

$100 - $499 (35%)

< $100 (53%)

Worried about potential repair costs? An extended warranty can provide peace of mind.

Chart based on 17 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2005 Dodge Neon 4dr Sedan

132-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

21452 mi driver's sunvisor clip broken - replaced, odor from a/c - evaporator cleaned, cooling coil treated 

Return to top

2005 Dodge Neon 4dr Sedan

132-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

85560 mi

$200
A/C compressor needed replacement 
35784 mi Ground Straps 
48436 mi

C $861
Battery and Alternator, non-warranty. 
56584 mi

C $295
Ground Straps, replace 
81896 mi

C $71
Washer nozzle (plastic) failed. 

Return to top

2004 Dodge Neon 4dr Sedan

230-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD

25000 mi Drivers Side door speaker blown. Parts and labor covered by factory warranty. 

Return to top

2004 Dodge Neon 4dr Sedan

150-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

271000 mi Low airflow out of dash vents, all fan speeds. Cleaned the evaporator core, it was covered in dust. 

Return to top

2004 Dodge Neon 4dr Sedan

132-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

79000 mi

US $300
Speakers blown and rattling. 
215000 mi

US $170
Starter was going out and was replaced. 
245000 mi

US $100
Battery lost all charge 

Return to top

2003 Dodge Neon 4dr Sedan

132-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

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. 

Return to top

2003 Dodge Neon 4dr Sedan

132-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

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. 
134200 mi

US $1000
Found a leaking Freon fitting. The shop had problems repairing. It's fixed but not sure for how long. 
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. 
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. 
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. 

Return to top

See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans
See TrueDelta's information for all Dodge models.

Dodge Neon Electrical Problems

See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. To see how frequently Dodge Neon problems occur, check out our car reliability stats.