Dodge Neon

19952002 · 16 configurations

Lowest
24
Average
26
Best
29

The Dodge Neon has been tested by the EPA across 16 different configurations spanning model years 1995 through 2002. Over this period, the Neon has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 24 MPG to 29 MPG, with an overall average of 26 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

2002
27
2001
26
2000
27
1999
28
1998
29
1997
29
1996
28
1995
28

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Neon) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Dodge Neon. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Dodge Dodge Neon grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
294
Total Deaths
248

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
15.3%
Fire Occurrence
4.1%
Speeding Involved
16.3%
DUI Involved
17.0%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

68%
Front
27%
Side
4%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2022
Fatal Crashes10
Fatalities
10
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2021
Fatal Crashes10
Fatalities
7
Deaths/Crash
0.70
2020
Fatal Crashes20
Fatalities
17
Deaths/Crash
0.85
2019
Fatal Crashes14
Fatalities
11
Deaths/Crash
0.79
2018
Fatal Crashes21
Fatalities
18
Deaths/Crash
0.86
2017
Fatal Crashes50
Fatalities
39
Deaths/Crash
0.78
2016
Fatal Crashes46
Fatalities
40
Deaths/Crash
0.87
2015
Fatal Crashes54
Fatalities
46
Deaths/Crash
0.85
2014
Fatal Crashes65
Fatalities
56
Deaths/Crash
0.86

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2001
3
2000
7
1998
1
1997
1
1996
1
1995
11
Critical
Moderate
Advisory