1999 Dodge Neon Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 4%of 116 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 184,750miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the fuel system of the 1999 Dodge Neon, 4% of the 116 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 184,750 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“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 was horrified to see one of the metal straps that holds the fuel tank up was broken due to corrosion. One section was hanging down several inches, but not long enough to reach the ground. …”
NHTSA complaint #10587153, filed 2014-05, 235,500 miles“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.”
NHTSA complaint #10166232, filed 2006-08, 134,000 miles“Dealership has examined vehicle four times because fuel tank was leaking fuel onto the ground. Leak was coming from where fuel tank was connected to vehicle. Dealership has been unable to effectively remedy this problem. Please provide any additional information / attachments.”
NHTSA complaint #899201, filed 2001-11“Vehicle experiences oil leakages and loss of oil while driving. Vehicle taken to an independent repair shop and informed consumer of a head gasket failure. Dealer/manufacturer were not notified at this time. Air filter failed and was replaced. . Problem happen again.”
NHTSA complaint #897712, filed 2001-10Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 5 | 5% |
| 2004 | 2 | 2% |
| 2003 | 9 | 4% |
| 2002 | 2 | 1% |
| 2001 | 2 | 1% |
| 2000 | 3 | 1% |
| 1999 | 5 | 4% |
| 1998 | 9 | 3% |
| 1997 | 9 | 2% |
| 1996 | 20 | 3% |
| 1995 | 51 | 5% |
Other parts of the 1999 Dodge Neon
55 complaintsElectrical system
13 complaintsAir bags
12 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
9 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
9 complaintsSteering
6 complaintsSuspension
6 complaintsBrakes
5 complaintsSeat belts
5 complaintsEquipment
4 complaintsOther or unknown
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1999 Dodge Neon
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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