1997 Dodge Neon vs 1997 Pontiac Sunfire
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1997 Dodge Neon | 1997 Pontiac Sunfire |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 390 | 190 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 62 | 92 |
| Investigations | 1 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 44 | 29 |
| Fire reports | 12 | 8 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 25–29 | 23–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 62,000 mi | 95,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Neon | Pontiac Sunfire |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 222 | 31 |
| Air Bags | 41 | 27 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 44 | 23 |
| Electrical System | 33 | 30 |
| Steering | 15 | 42 |
| Power Train | 26 | 3 |
| Structure | 24 | 4 |
| Exterior Lighting | 12 | 11 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Overheating | 17 | 0 |
| Stalling | 12 | 8 |
| Rust / corrosion | 11 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 7 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 5 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 5 |
1997 Dodge Neon
1997 Pontiac Sunfire
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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.