2002 Dodge Neon vs 2004 Dodge Neon
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 | 2002 Dodge Neon | 2004 Dodge Neon |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 173 | 94 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 51 | 36 |
| Investigations | 3 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 26 | 19 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24–27 | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 48,900 mi | 61,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Neon | Dodge Neon |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 36 | 23 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 28 | 20 |
| Electrical System | 25 | 15 |
| Air Bags | 22 | 14 |
| Structure | 21 | 6 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 17 | 6 |
| Suspension | 15 | 8 |
| Exterior Lighting | 11 | 8 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 17 | 11 |
| Vibration / shaking | 15 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 8 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 7 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 7 |
2002 Dodge Neon
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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.