Model year guide

1994 Plymouth NEON

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1994 Plymouth NEON is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 5 on record.

1994 Plymouth NEON at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints3

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

1994 Plymouth NEON recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 1994 Plymouth 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 Plymouth NEON common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 3 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.
Equipment
Test all accessories — sunroof, climate, seats, electronics — for proper operation.
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.

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 Plymouth 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 1

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

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

About the Plymouth 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 Plymouth NEON vehicles on record

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Other Plymouth NEON model years

2001 2000 1998 1996 1995

1994 Plymouth NEON — frequently asked questions

Does the 1994 Plymouth NEON have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 1994 Plymouth 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 Plymouth NEON?

Across all 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine and engine cooling, equipment, air bags.

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