Model year guide

1994 Dodge NEON

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1994 Dodge NEON is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 10 on record.

1994 Dodge NEON at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints10

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1994 Dodge NEON recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 1994 Dodge NEON.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

1994 Dodge NEON common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Dimensions & weight

Length
172.0 in
Width
67.3 in
Height
54.7 in
Wheelbase
103.9 in
Curb weight
2,322 lb
Front track
57.5 in
Rear track
57.5 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 1994 Dodge NEON. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

NHTSA defect investigations 1

STEERING COLUMN SEPARATION Closed

MR. LARRY A. SACKEY SUBMITTED A PETITION TO THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION (NHTSA) BY LETTER DATED APRIL 18, 2003, REQUESTING THAT NHTSA FURTHER INVESTIGATE THE "DEFECTIVE COLLAPSIBLE STEERING SHAFT SYSTEM" ON 1987-1995 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BY THE DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION. IN PART BECAUSE OF 49 CFR § 30120(G), NHTSA HAS DECIDED TO LIMIT THE SCOPE OF THE PETITION VEHICLES TO 1993-1995 MODELS, E…

NHTSA #DP03002 · Steering · opened May 2003 · closed Jul 2003

An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.

Manufacturer service bulletins 2

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered.

Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.

Bulletin R2118796A · Engine And Engine Cooling · Feb 2016

THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES INSTALLATION OF A NEW COMPONENT TO ASSIST CAM SEAL RETENTION. *JB

Bulletin 0900800 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jan 2001

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the NEON. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

About the Dodge NEON

The Neon is a compact car built by Chrysler from the 1995 to 2005 model years. Taking its name from the inert gas, the model line was marketed by Dodge and Plymouth; in Europe, Mexico, Japan, South Korea, Egypt, Australia, South Africa, and South America, the Neon was branded as a Chrysler. The model line was the first compact car to become profitable for an American automaker.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

1994 Dodge NEON vehicles on record

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Other Dodge NEON model years

2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1998 1997 1996 1995

1994 Dodge NEON — frequently asked questions

Does the 1994 Dodge NEON have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 1994 Dodge NEON. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 1994 Dodge NEON?

Across all 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine and engine cooling, vehicle speed control, air bags.

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.