1995 Plymouth NEON
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1995 Plymouth NEON is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 13 on record.
1995 Plymouth NEON at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
1995 Plymouth NEON recalls 6
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE STEERING COLUMN COUPLER CAN BECOME DISCONNECTED WHEN THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCES AN UNDERBODY IMPACT.
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STEERING COLUMN COUPLER WITH A COUPLER DESIGN THAT COLLAPSES ON IMPACT.
THE FUEL AND REAR BRAKE TUBES CAN EXPERIENCE ACCELERATED CORROSION BETWEEN THE TUBES AND A RUBBER ISOLATOR.
Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE BRAKE, FUEL SUPPLY AND FUEL VAPOR TUBES FOR THE PRESENCE OF CORROSION. ANY TUBES SHOWING CORROSION WILL BE REPLACED. ALL VEHICLES WILL HAVE THE RUBBER ISOLATOR REPLACED WITH A PLASTIC CLIP.
THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER CAN LEAK BRAKE FLUID DUE TO A DAMAGED DOUBLE LIP REAR PISTON SEAL.
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR BRAKE MASTER CYLINDR PISTON ASSEMBLY.
MOISTURE CAN GET INTO THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) CAUSING DRIVEABILITY MALFUNCTIONS, INCLUDING STALLING.
Fix: THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULES ON THESE VEHICLES WILL BE REPLACED.
THE REAR BRAKE HOSE MOUNTING BRACKET SCREWS CAN FAIL ALLOWING THE BRAKE HOSES TO MOVE OUT OF POSITION. THE UNRESTRAINED HOSES ARE THEN SUSCEPTIBLE TO DAMAGE WHICH COULD RESULT IN BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE.
Fix: THE REAR BRAKE LINE HOSE BRACKET SCREWS ON THESE VEHICLES WILL BE REPLACED.
THE ABS BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER REAR SEAL ALLOWS AIR TO ENTER THE BRAKE SYSTEM, CAUSING SPONGY BRAKES OR PARTIAL BRAKE SYSTEM LOSS.
Fix: MASTER CYLINDERS WILL BE INSPECTED FOR THE SUSPECT BUILD DATE CODE RANGE AND WILL BE REPLACED IF NECESSARY.
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.
1995 Plymouth NEON common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 602 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
1995 Plymouth NEON safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 1995 Plymouth Neon 4-DR.. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
1995 Plymouth NEON MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 1995 Plymouth NEON costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
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.
Dimensions & weight
Manufacturer-reported figures for the 1995 Plymouth NEON — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.
Investigations & service bulletins
NHTSA defect investigations 9
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 2003SAFETY BELT CINCHING LATCH PLATE Closed
THERE ARE NO INJURIES OR FATALITIES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS ALLEGED DEFECT. WHILE CONDUCTING THIS INVESTIGATION, ODI FOUND THAT THE SUBJECT CINCHES MEET THE LOAD BEARING REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD 208, AND THAT MANY OF THE REPORTED FAILURES WERE DUE TO INCORRECT CHILD SAFETY SEAT INSTALLATIONS. ADDITIONALLY, THE REPORT RATE IS LOW (1.60/100K). THE INFORMATION AVAILABLE FAILS TO ESTABLISH THE E…
NHTSA #PE02082 · Seat Belts · opened Nov 2002 · closed Apr 2003UNDERHOOD FIRES Closed
NHTSA #PE98012 · Electrical System · opened Feb 1998 · closed Jun 1998OVERSENSITIVE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENTS Closed
NHTSA #EA98003 · Air Bags · opened Jan 1998 · closed Jan 2000OVERSENSITIVE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT Closed
NHTSA #PE97042 · Air Bags · opened Sep 1997 · closed Jan 1998LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL Closed
NHTSA #EA97009 · Steering · opened Apr 1997 · closed Oct 1997ALLEGED FIRES IN STEERING COLUMN AREA Closed
THE APPARENT CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM IS THE ACCUMULATION OF BRASS POWDER, THAT WEARS OFF THE ELECTRICAL CONTACTS INSIDE THE TURN SIGNAL SWITCH. THIS POWDER COLLECTS IN SMALL TRAILS OF GREASE THAT TRACK FROM ONE CONTACT TO ANOTHER. WHEN THE CONCENTRATION OF BRASS IN THE GREASE GETS HIGH ENOUGH, IT CAN CAUSE A HIGH RESISTANCE SHORT. THIS SHORT, IN TURN CAN IGNITE THE GREASE AND CAUSE SMOKE TO BE EMITTED FROM THE STEERING…
NHTSA #PE97007 · Electrical System · opened Jan 1997 · closed Apr 1997LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL Closed
NHTSA #PE96069 · Steering · opened Nov 1996 · closed Apr 1997LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL Closed
NHTSA #PE94095 · Steering · opened Dec 1994 · closed Apr 1995An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.
Manufacturer service bulletins 54
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. Showing the 10 most recent of 54.
Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
Bulletin R2118796A · Engine And Engine Cooling · Feb 2016FLASH PROGRAMMING FAILURE RECOVERY. *SLC
Bulletin 1802002 · Jun 2002SUBJECT REGARDING AIRBAG / CLOCK SPRING SERVICE FOR VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2002 MODEL YEAR JEEP LIBERTY. *TT
Bulletin 0801001 · Electrical System · May 2001SUBJECT REGARDING GENERIC SCAN TOOL (GST), PUBLICATION NO. 81-170-00008 PROVIDED WITH THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TO PROVIDE REFERENCE INFORMATION WHEN USING GENERIC SCAN TOOL ON OBDII VEHICLES. *TT
Bulletin 1801201 · Equipment · May 2001SUBJECT REGARDING CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *TT
Bulletin 2300800B · Seats · Nov 2000SUBJECT REGARDING NON-DEPLOYED AIRBAG HANDLING PROCEDURES. *TT
Bulletin 082700 · Air Bags · Sep 2000SUBJECT ON PROPORTIONING VALVE BRAKE PRESSURE ADAPTER TOOL REVISION. *TT
Bulletin 050300 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Apr 2000SUBJECT REGARDING CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *TT
Bulletin 230800 · Seats · Mar 2000THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES A REVISED WIRE SPLICE PROCEDURE AND RELATED PARTS. *TT
Bulletin 080600 · Electrical System · Feb 2000DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION IS NOW OFFERING INTERNAL EMERGENCY TRUNK RELEASES FOR SELECTION VEHICLES. *TT
Bulletin 230200 · Latches/locks/linkages · Feb 2000Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the NEON. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
Canadian recalls 5
Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 1995 Plymouth NEON. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.
Steering
THE STEERING COLUMN COUPLER MAY BECOME DISCONNECTED WHEN THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCES A SEVERE IMPACT TO THE UNDERCARRIAGE. THIS WOULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL. CORRECTION: STEERING COLUMN COUPLER WILL BE REPLACED WITH ONE THAT COLLAPSES ON IMPACT.
Transport Canada #1997171 · Oct 1997Brakes
THE FUEL AND REAR BRAKE TUBES MAY EXPERIENCE ACCELERATED CORROSION BETWEEN THE TUBES AND A RUBBER ISOLATOR. FAILURE OF THESE TUBES COULD RESULT IN FUEL LEAKAGE AND/OR DIMINISHED BRAKING CAPACITY. CORRECTION: BRAKE, FUEL SUPPLY AND FUEL VAPOUR TUBES WILL BE INSPECTED FOR THE PRESENCE OF RED CORROSION. ANY TUBES SHOWING EVIDENCE OF RED CORROSION WILL BE REPLACED. IN ADDITION VEHI…
Transport Canada #1996186 · Nov 1996Brakes
On certain vehicles, the brake master cylinder may leak brake fluid due to a damaged double lip rear piston seal. Brake fluid leakage may result in diminished effectiveness of one portion of the split brake system. Correction: Rear brake master cylinder piston assemblies will be replaced.
Transport Canada #1996079 · May 1996Electrical
VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE AN ENGINE DIE OUT DUE TO MOISTURE IN THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) CAUSED BY INADEQUATE POTTING MATERIAL SEALING. ALSO, THE REAR BRAKE LINES MAY BE OUT OF POSITION DUE TO FAILURE OF THE MOUNTING BRACKET SCREWS. CORRECTION: POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE AND REAR BRAKE LINE BRACKET SCREWS WILL BE REPLACED ON AFFECTED VEHICLES.
Transport Canada #1994038 · Feb 1994Brakes
VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A REAR ABS BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER SEAL THAT MAY ALLOW AIR INGESTION INTO THE CYLINDER AND CAUSE SPONGY BRAKE FEEL OR PARTIAL BRAKE SYSTEM LOSS. CORRECTION: VEHICLES WILL BE INSPECTED AND SUSPECT MASTER CYLINDERS WILL BE REPLACED.
Transport Canada #1994024 · Feb 1994Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.
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.
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