Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The steering column coupler can become disconnected when the vehicle experiences an underbody impact.
Risk: Loss of steering control can occur.
Sell your 1995 Dodge Neon for cash
The 1995 Dodge Neon is a compact car that came with a 2.0L 4-cyl engine. At 31 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.
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1995 Dodge Neon at a glance
| Body style | Compact Cars |
|---|---|
| Engines | 2.0L 4-cyl |
| Transmissions | Automatic 3-spd, Manual 5-spd |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
| Fuel economy | 23–25 city / 30–34 highway / 26–28 combined MPG |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $2,400–$2,600 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles) |
| Tailpipe CO₂ | 317–342 grams per mile |
| Versions tested by EPA | 2 configurations |
| Age | 31 years |
Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data. Your car's exact equipment may differ.
What affects its junk value
- Age: at 31 years old, most of a 1995 Neon's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
- Weight: as a compact car, it weighs less than a truck or SUV, so its value leans more on parts than on scrap weight. See how scrap prices by weight work.
- Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
- Recalls: NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 1995 Neon. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
- Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the engine and engine cooling, typically around 83,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.
1995 Dodge Neon recalls
NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls covering the 1995 Dodge Neon. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.
The fuel and rear brake tubes can experience accelerated corrosion between the tubes and a rubber isolator.
Risk: Corrosion of the tubes can lead to brake fluid or fuel leakage. This can cause a loss of brakes or result in a fire.
The brake master cylinder can leak brake fluid due to a damaged double lip rear piston seal.
Risk: Brake fluid leakage can result in diminished effectiveness of one half of the split brake system. The instrument panel warning light(s) will signal system impairment prior to partial brake system loss.
Moisture can get into the powertrain control module (PCM) causing driveability malfunctions, including stalling.
Risk: Should drive ability malfunctions or stalling occur whilethe vehicle is in motion, a traffic accident may occur.
The rear brake hose mounting bracket screws can fail allowing the brake hoses to move out of position. The unrestrained hoses are then susceptible to damage which could result in brake fluid leakage.
Risk: Brake fluid leakage will reduce the braking performanceof the vehicle, extend stopping distances, and could result in an accident.
The ABS brake master cylinder rear seal allows air to enter the brake system, causing spongy brakes or partial brake system loss.
Risk: Air entering the brake system caused extended stopping distance or partial loss of brakes which may result in an accident.
Common 1995 Neon problems
Owners have filed 976 complaints about the 1995 Dodge Neon with NHTSA. 130 reports involved a crash and 58 reports involved a fire. Owners reported 126 injuries.
Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.
Most-reported components
Typical mileage when problems were reported
- Engine and Engine Cooling83,000 mi
- Air Bags133,000 mi
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic131,000 mi
1995 Dodge Neon service bulletins
Manufacturers have filed 59 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 1995 Dodge Neon. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.
Most common bulletin topics
Recent bulletins
Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
Child Seat Tether Anchor Installation This bulletin describes procedures to install Child Seat Tether Anchors based on Customer Request. Retrofits are subject to part ava
Seat belt cinch bar service for various models including 2004 models. *tt
Automatic transmission fluid usage atf+4. *tt *mj
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).
NHTSA defect investigations
NHTSA opened 9 defect investigations covering the 1995 Dodge Neon.
Steering column separation
Mr. Larry a. Sackey submitted a petition to the national highway traffic safety administration (NHTSA) by letter dated april 18, 2003, requesting that nhtsafurther investigate the defective collapsible steering shaft system on 1987-1995 vehicles manufactured by the daimlerchrysler corporation.in part because of 49 cfr
Safety belt cinching latch plate
There are no injuries or fatalities associated with this alleged defect.while conducting this investigation, odi found that the subject cinches meet the load bearing requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard 208, and that many of the reported failures were due to incorrect child safety seat installations. A
Underhood fires
There is no summary currently available
Oversensitive air bag deployments
Oversensitive air bag deployment
There is no summary currently available
Loss of steering control
There is no summary currently available
Alleged fires in steering column area
The apparent cause of the problem is the accumulation of brass powder, that wears off the electrical contacts inside the turn signal switch.this powder collects in small trails of grease that track from one contact to another.when the concentration of brass in the grease gets high enough, it can cause a high resistance
Loss of steering control
There is no summary currently available
Loss of steering control
There is no summary currently available
Selling a 1995 Neon: questions
How much is a 1995 Dodge Neon worth for junk?
It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. Its parts make up much of its value. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.
Can I junk a 1995 Neon that doesn't run?
Yes. We buy 1995 Neons that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.
Can I sell a 1995 Neon with open recalls?
Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 1995 Dodge Neon; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What paperwork do I need to sell my 1995 Neon?
Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.
Before you sell
Sources
- EPA fuel economy data (specs and MPG)fueleconomy.gov
- NHTSA recallsnhtsa.gov
- NHTSA complaints, service bulletins and investigationsnhtsa.gov
Data retrieved October 2026.
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