1996 Dodge Neon vs 1996 Honda Accord
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1996 Dodge Neon | 1996 Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 611 | 472 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 49 | 72 |
| Investigations | 2 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 46 | 52 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 25–28 | 19–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 81,500 mi | 106,602 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Neon | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 340 | 96 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 88 | 74 |
| Air Bags | 44 | 109 |
| Electrical System | 93 | 40 |
| Power Train | 47 | 27 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 16 | 29 |
| Structure | 23 | 19 |
| Visibility | 17 | 21 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 45 | 16 |
| Electrical failures | 22 | 0 |
| Overheating | 13 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 12 | 5 |
| Rust / corrosion | 11 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 10 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 19 |
1996 Dodge Neon
1996 Honda Accord
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.