1995 Plymouth Neon Engine cooling Problems
- Complaints
- 147about this part
- Share
- 31%of 481 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 89,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 147 complaints about the engine cooling of the 1995 Plymouth Neon, 31% of the 481 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 89,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved and 6 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The car has a crack in the head gasket I have learned that this is a problem with 1995 NEON's. I have also heard about a secret warranty but I can never get any help! This is a problem that I think needs to be looked into. Thank you. ***dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut-over to artemis****749199”
NHTSA complaint #10006449, filed 2001-07, 89,000 miles“I recently discovered that my 1995 Plymouth NEON has a blown head gasket. The dealer that I took it to for repairs told me that it was no longer under warrenty, but that I could contact chrysler to see if they would cover the repairs. My car is in excellent shape and only has 63,000 miles on it. Chrysler has declined to cover any of the cost of parts and service for this repair, despite the fact that they are aware that head gaskets are a defect in this car. I have done some research and discovered that many NEON owners are fighting this same battle. …”
NHTSA complaint #10000185, filed 2002-12, 63,400 miles“Upon inspection of vehicle, consumer noticed a leak coming from the valve cover. Consumer stated that if this leak continued, it could result in an engine fire. Please provide more details. Ts”
NHTSA complaint #10001068, filed 2002-12, 100,070 miles“My car overheated about two weeks prior. Took it in to a mechanic but they couldn't identify a problem so they thought it was low on coolant. Then, my car overheated again, started idling rough, and proceeded to pour smoke out back. You could smell the coolant burning. I understand this is a problem on all neons pre-99, yet chrysler and dodge refuse to recall the cars.”
NHTSA complaint #763207, filed 2002-06“In august of 2000, I had my oil changed and noticed a few weeks later that I was low in oil. When I had my oil changed again in november they told me that I had an oil leak and that the cam seal needed replaced and it was. On january 4, 2001, I had my oil changed, and a few weeks later noticed that my oil was low again. I replaced the oil and noticed that it was continuously using about a quart of oil a week. …”
NHTSA complaint #741351, filed 2001-02Related service bulletins
- 10191460Feb 26, 2016Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
Engine cooling: other model years
Other parts of the 1995 Plymouth Neon
87 complaintsSteering
71 complaintsAir bags
61 complaintsElectrical system
54 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
38 complaintsOther or unknown
24 complaintsFuel system
22 complaintsEquipment
21 complaintsExterior lighting
21 complaintsBody and structure
17 complaintsSeat belts
16 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
15 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1995 Plymouth Neon
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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