Plymouth Neon

19952001 · 14 configurations

Lowest
24
Average
26
Best
29

The Plymouth Neon has been tested by the EPA across 14 different configurations spanning model years 1995 through 2001. 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

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 Plymouth 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 Plymouth Plymouth Neon (2002 and on, see Dodge) grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
94
Total Deaths
96

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
9.6%
Fire Occurrence
7.4%
Speeding Involved
13.8%
DUI Involved
21.3%
Primary Impact Zone

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

60%
Front
26%
Side
14%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
8
Deaths/Crash
2.00
2022
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2021
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2020
Fatal Crashes5
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2019
Fatal Crashes9
Fatalities
10
Deaths/Crash
1.11
2018
Fatal Crashes8
Fatalities
9
Deaths/Crash
1.13
2017
Fatal Crashes10
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2016
Fatal Crashes13
Fatalities
13
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2015
Fatal Crashes17
Fatalities
14
Deaths/Crash
0.82
2014
Fatal Crashes23
Fatalities
27
Deaths/Crash
1.17

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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

Historical Severity Timeline

2000
6
1998
1
1997
1
1996
1
1995
6
Critical
Moderate
Advisory