Model year guide

2002 Dodge Neon

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2002 Dodge Neon is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 23 on record.

2002 Dodge Neon — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2002 Dodge Neon at a glance

Safety recalls6
Owner complaints186
Combined26 mpg
Typical price$933

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2002 Dodge Neon recalls 6

Exterior Lighting NHTSA Campaign #09E012000 · 07/04/2009

SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.

Fix: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.

Exterior Lighting:headlights NHTSA Campaign #08E050000 · 11/08/2008

K2 MOTOR IS RECALLING 1,921 AFTERMARKET HEADLAMPS OF VARIOUS MODELS SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS ARE MISSING THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTOR WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."

Fix: K2 MOTOR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMEBER 17, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT K2 MOTOR AT 1-909-839-2992.

Exterior Lighting NHTSA Campaign #06E049000 · 24/05/2006

CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

Fix: CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.

Exterior Lighting:headlights NHTSA Campaign #09E025000 · 11/05/2009

DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.

Fix: DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.

Exterior Lighting NHTSA Campaign #06E026000 · 23/03/2006

CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

Fix: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.

Suspension NHTSA Campaign #08E033000 · 14/04/2008

FEDERAL MOGUL IS RECALLING 6,903 AFTERMARKET BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES SHIPPED BETWEEN NOVEMBER 9, 2007 AND MARCH 26, 2008, WHICH MAY HAVE BEEN PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS. THE PART NUMBERS PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS ARE: K7147, K7329, K8683, AND 104353. THESE PARTS WERE MADE FOR USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE.

Fix: FEDERAL MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE PARTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 22, 2008. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL MOGUL AT 877-489-6659.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2002 Dodge Neon common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 186 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
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.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

2002 Dodge Neon MPG & running costs

Combined26 mpg
City23 mpg
Highway30 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,425

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2002 Dodge Neon worth?

Low
$500
Typical price
$933
High
$1,900

From 21 comparable 2002 Dodge Neon listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2002 Dodge Neon costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$12,125
Fuel only$12,125
Per mile$0.16

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2002 Dodge Neon trims & engines on record

Trims
Base · SE · R/T · LX
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl

2002 Dodge Neon vehicles on record

2002 Dodge Neon 2002 Dodge Neon SE1B3ES46C92D510417 2002 Dodge Neon 2002 Dodge Neon Base1B3ES26C32D573713 2002 Dodge Neon 2002 Dodge Neon Base1B3ES26C22D546874 2002 Dodge Neon 2002 Dodge Neon R/T1B3ES76FX2D564434 2002 Dodge Neon 2002 Dodge Neon Base1B3ES26C52D566830 2002 Dodge Neon SE1B3AS46C52D607662 2002 Dodge Neon 2002 Dodge Neon SE1B3ES46C02D599004 2002 Dodge Neon 2002 Dodge Neon Base1B3ES26C02D511847 2002 Dodge Neon 2002 Dodge Neon SE1B3ES46C62D534951 2002 Dodge Neon SE1B3ES46C82D530478 2002 Dodge Neon 2002 Dodge Neon Base1B3ES26C02D567125 2002 Dodge Neon 2002 Dodge Neon Base1B3ES26C12D636159 2002 Dodge Neon Base1B3ES26C92D518876 2002 Dodge Neon 2002 Dodge Neon Base1B3ES26C52D642403 2002 Dodge Neon 2002 Dodge Neon Base1B3ES26CX2D566290 2002 Dodge Neon Base1B3ES26C82D607113 2002 Dodge Neon Base1B3ES26C52D618764 2002 Dodge Neon 2002 Dodge Neon Base1B3ES26C72D649210 2002 Dodge Neon Base1B3ES26C82D550119 2002 Dodge Neon 2002 Dodge Neon SE1B3ES46C72D501392 2002 Dodge Neon 2002 Dodge Neon Base1B3ES26C72D586786 2002 Dodge Neon 2002 Dodge Neon Base1B3ES26C42D657670 2002 Dodge Neon 2002 Dodge Neon LX1B3ES56C12D601753

Other Dodge Neon model years

2005 2004 2003 2001 2000 1997

2002 Dodge Neon — frequently asked questions

Does the 2002 Dodge Neon have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2002 Dodge Neon. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Dodge Neon?

Based on 186 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, engine, electrical system.

What gas mileage does the 2002 Dodge Neon get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2002 Dodge Neon at about 26 mpg combined (23 city / 30 highway).

How much is a 2002 Dodge Neon worth?

Comparable 2002 Dodge Neon listings run roughly $500–$1,900, typically around $933 (from 21 vehicles).

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