1999 Dodge Neon Recalls
No NHTSA recalls on record for the 1999 Dodge Neon. That means NHTSA has no open safety campaign for this vehicle — it does not guarantee the absence of problems. Owners have filed 152 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the engine and engine cooling. Last updated July 5, 2026.
Complaints by component
What owners report
Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.
“The airbag light came on and is staying on at all times. Also the horn does not work through the column.”
“Recently bought a 99 dodge neon. The instrument panel as whole works intermittently and oftentimes the speedometer doesn't work even when everything else. After doing some research I have found the the cold soders on the instrument panel are to blame, and are bad on most chrysler vehicles from…”
“On 5/614, I noticed a shredded piece of plastic from a blue tarp was under my 1999 dodge neon. Apparently it had blown under the car by the wind. I pulled the plastic piece out from under my car, and in so doing I heard a distinct "twang" noise. Curious, I knelt down and peered under the car and…”
“On 5/614, I noticed a shredded piece of plastic from a blue tarp was under my 1999 dodge neon. Apparently it had blown under the car by the wind. I pulled the plastic piece out from under my car, and in so doing I heard a distinct "twang" noise. Curious, I knelt down and peered under the car and…”
“A 20" area on right-hand side between windshield and door window with mirror obstructing view from driver whose seat is forward because of height. *tr”
“I have a dodge neon which keeps stalling in traffic. It keeps blowing fuses. It is 1999 model. *tr”
“While driving the car, a strong smell of gasoline was noticed. Upon investigation, it was discovered that the fuel line into the fuel rail had developed several pin hole leaks. Gasoline was spraying out into the engine compartment. *nm”
“I purchased the car brand new and it currently has 44,000 miles. Engine now leaks large amounts of oil, so badly that I am adding 1-2 quarts 3 times a week. Problem was found to be the head gasket and estimates for repair range from 700-1200.00. How can such a large company scam so many innocent…”
Defect investigations
SAFETY BELT CINCHING LATCH PLATE
THERE ARE NO INJURIES OR FATALITIES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS ALLEGED DEFECT.WHILE CONDUCTING THIS INVESTIGATION, ODI FOUND THAT THE SUBJECT CINCHES MEET THE LOAD BEARING REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD 208, AND THAT MANY OF THE REPORTED FAILURES WERE DUE TO INCORRECT CHILD SAFETY SEAT INSTALLATIONS.…
Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 1999 Dodge Neon as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.