2005 Dodge Neon recalls
Problem: 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.
Risk: Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
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.
16,270 units potentially affected · Full recall details →
Suspension · NHTSA 08E033000 · Apr 14, 2008
Problem: 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.
Risk: The nuts included in the packaging for these ball joint assemblies are missing the intended prevailing torque (self-locking) feature. If the incorrect nut was to become loose, the joining members may loosen leading to a separation of the ball joint. This may result in loss of vehicle control,…
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.
6,903 units potentially affected · Full recall details →
Problem: 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.
Risk: Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
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.
27,176 units potentially affected · Full recall details →
Problem: 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.
Risk: Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
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.
61,944 units potentially affected · Full recall details →
Latest owner complaints
Unknown or Other · Aug 29, 2022 · NY
No warning or engine light appeared; the gas pedal did not function as intended and accelerated while trying to parallel park when I put the shift knob in reverse the car immediately accelerated on its own to full force and I nearly Crashed into a bus stop filled with people losing control of the car I immediately managed to stop the car by pressing on the brake pedal which…
Vehicle Speed Control · Aug 29, 2022 · NY
No warning or engine light appeared; the gas pedal did not function as intended and accelerated while trying to parallel park when I put the shift knob in reverse the car immediately accelerated on its own to full force and I nearly Crashed into a bus stop filled with people losing control of the car I immediately managed to stop the car by pressing on the brake pedal which…
Engine · Aug 23, 2022 · NY
The gas pedal has come disconnected or stuck continuing to accelerate and I miraculously stopped the car with the emergency brake before it nearly Crashed into a crowded bus stop! The car only has 65k miles but regardless a car should never put anyone in this danger! It is giving me a nervous breakdown almost running people over!
Vehicle Speed Control · Aug 23, 2022 · NY
The gas pedal has come disconnected or stuck continuing to accelerate and I miraculously stopped the car with the emergency brake before it nearly Crashed into a crowded bus stop! The car only has 65k miles but regardless a car should never put anyone in this danger! It is giving me a nervous breakdown almost running people over!
Exterior Lighting · Aug 23, 2022 · NY
The gas pedal has come disconnected or stuck continuing to accelerate and I miraculously stopped the car with the emergency brake before it nearly Crashed into a crowded bus stop! The car only has 65k miles but regardless a car should never put anyone in this danger! It is giving me a nervous breakdown almost running people over!
Equipment · Jun 20, 2020 · 92,000 miles · WA
The AC unit leaks into the environment needing to be filled yearly. We paid a dealer to repair the AC and it all leaked out again. They refilled once again and said to bring it back every year to have it refilled again. So far it has all leaked out 3 times now. *tr
Unknown or Other · Jun 20, 2020 · 92,000 miles · WA
The AC unit leaks into the environment needing to be filled yearly. We paid a dealer to repair the AC and it all leaked out again. They refilled once again and said to bring it back every year to have it refilled again. So far it has all leaked out 3 times now. *tr
Structure · Aug 21, 2019 · 55,000 miles · PA
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge neon. The contact stated that the rear passenger door had a defective seal that allowed moisture to seep into the vehicle. The moisture traveled throughout the floor of the vehicle and caused the floor to decay. The contact stated that the decay caused a hole in the driver's side floorboard. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified. The…
Unknown or Other · Jul 1, 2019 · 223,400 miles · CA
Person sold an inoperable vehicle. Using verbal manipulations he claimed in the add and later face to face that the vehicle has a clean title (carfax report shows it as salvage with multiple reported accidents and 8 service history records), certain mileage (148000 claimed, 223.300 in reality), he was the 2ND owner (3 owners in reality) and no major issues - was told in person…
Structure · Jul 1, 2019 · 223,400 miles · CA
Person sold an inoperable vehicle. Using verbal manipulations he claimed in the add and later face to face that the vehicle has a clean title (carfax report shows it as salvage with multiple reported accidents and 8 service history records), certain mileage (148000 claimed, 223.300 in reality), he was the 2ND owner (3 owners in reality) and no major issues - was told in person…
Engine · Jul 1, 2019 · 223,400 miles · CA
Person sold an inoperable vehicle. Using verbal manipulations he claimed in the add and later face to face that the vehicle has a clean title (carfax report shows it as salvage with multiple reported accidents and 8 service history records), certain mileage (148000 claimed, 223.300 in reality), he was the 2ND owner (3 owners in reality) and no major issues - was told in person…
Engine · Apr 5, 2018 · 60,000 miles · IL
Blown head gasket at 60,000 miles
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2005 Dodge Neon have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls covering the 2005 Dodge Neon, the most recent one (09E012000) for exterior lighting. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Dodge Neon?
Based on 95 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most reported areas are structure (15), vehicle speed control (15), power train (15).
Have there been crashes or injuries linked to the 2005 Dodge Neon?
Owners reported 23 crashes, 2 fires, 25 injuries and 0 deaths in complaints to NHTSA. These are unverified owner reports, not findings of fault.