Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (headlights, tail lights, turn signals, interior lights).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 1995 Plymouth Neon owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
Tl* the contact owns a 1995 Plymouth Neon. While driving various speeds, the air bag warning light illuminated intermittently. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. On another occasion, the contact stated that while reversing, the steering column started smoking. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the steering column coupler and steering harness needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact also mentioned that the turn signals and interior lighting failed to operate intermittently. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 97V169000 (steering). The failure mileage was 60,000.
The first problem began with the timing belt breaking, I returned to casino auto sales to find a solution,their mechanic " fixed" the problem so I thought only to have the same problem occur again about a month and half later with a bad fuel pump added to the problem so I went somewhere else to have that fixed. About a week after I purchased the vehicle I was taken to sears to purchase a new set of tires, I was told by a sears rep. That I was lucky to not have had an accident because the wrong size tires were put on the car which caused me to have problems with the right passenger side tired with wobbling. …
Although this is a severe safety failure, the dealer refuses to do anthing about it. I have seen this very same clouding and deteriating of this plastic headlight lens cover on many other Chrysler cars, but they continue to deny evey hearing about it. They were however quick to quote me a price of $ 257.00 per side to fix the problem that they say does not happen.
A special nut and bolt needs to be added to the frame cross member to stop the frame from bumping the driver side floor board. Special seal, springs, and nuts and bolts are needed where the exhaust pipe mounts to the manifold - otherwise it comes loose. The light shut off and come back on while driving.
While driving could step on the brakes pedal and brakes will not stop on time. Possible engine failure caused check the engine light to illuminate during rain. Brakes make a wailing sound. Back up lights failed. Lights on radio failed. Head gasket leaks.
An internal problem with transmission oil or water getting into transmission, causing transmission failure. Also, engine head gasket blew out, and turn signal will not turn off. Consumer has contacted dealer. Please provide any further details.
Turn signal switch overheated, resulting in a fire which melted the control switch wires. Daler has been contaced.
Blinker switch defective, causing electrical short/steering column fire, melting and fusing wiring harness.
Headlight system does not illuminate roadway to a sufficient distance in front of the car at "low beam".
The gas mileage was very poor, the seat belt covers, tire tread, fog lights and dome lights were inoperative and there was a grinding noise when the brakes were applied.
Headlight complaints in other Neon years
Frequently asked questions
How common are headlight problems on the 1995 Plymouth Neon?
NHTSA has 21 complaints about the lights of the 1995 Plymouth Neon, 4% of the model year's 481 complaints. The component named most often is headlights (7 mentions).
Is there a recall for 1995 Plymouth Neon headlight problems?
No. NHTSA lists no lights recall for the 1995 Plymouth Neon, though it has 6 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 1995 Plymouth Neon headlight problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 60,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 1 crash, 3 fires and 0 injuries to lights problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.