Service - Four Piece Oil Pan Gasket All Cummins Equipped Vehicles ONLY - The replacement oil pan gasket can be a four piece gasket rather than a single piece gasket. This applies to Cummins 5.9L and 6.7L engines only. Installation: 1. Clean the oil pan T-joints.~ 2. Fill the T-joint between the pan rail/gear housing and pan rail/rear seal retainer with sealant. Use Mopar® Silicone Rubber Adhesive Sealant or equivalent. 3. Apply a 2-mm [0.063-in] bead of Mopar Engine Sealant RTV Silicone Rubber Adhesive, to the oil pan flange.~ 4. The four piece gasket will need to be assembled to make a complete oil pan gasket. 5. Lay the oil pan gasket(s) onto the oil pan flange.~ 6. Ensure the oil pan gask
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2005 Dodge Neon engine problems
severe Owners of the 2005 Dodge Neon have filed 12 NHTSA complaints about the engine, typically surfacing around 60,000 miles at roughly $3,100 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See engine across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
12
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$3,100
1crash
When does it fail?
Of the 12 engine complaints filed for the 2005 Dodge Neon, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 75,000-100,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
No new NHTSA engine complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 18 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering engine on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗NAG1 (5A580) Valve Body As per Warranty Bulletin D-13-22, please use R2108213A$ valve body for all Warranty (W), Mopar (M) and Mopar Vehicle Protection (F) claims.~ Assembly also includes Filter (52108325AA) and Gasket (52108332AA).~
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Part Description: 5.7L Long Block Issue Description: This 5.7L Long Block Assembly is compatible with both EGR and Non-EGR applications. An EGR Block-Off Plate (53032739AA) must be ordered when installing this Long Block Assembly in a Non-EGR application. Unless, the EGR Block-Off Plate is being transferred from the old engine.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Part Description: 5.7L Long Block Issue Description: This 5.7L Long Block Assembly is compatible with both EGR and Non-EGR applications. An EGR Block-Off Plate (53032739AA) must be ordered when installing this Long Block Assembly in a Non-EGR application. Unless, the EGR Block-Off Plate is being transferred from the old engine.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
Owners of 2005 Neon models describe a disturbing pattern of engine reliability issues starting early in ownership and persisting despite repairs. Unintended acceleration episodes—where the engine accelerates without driver input and brakes fail to stop the vehicle—have sent cars through garage doors and create genuine collision risk. One owner replaced a throttle sensor at significant cost with no resolution.
Crankshaft and camshaft sensor failures generate check engine codes (P0335, P0340) and cause misfiring, stalling, and rough idle. Owners report these sensors were replaced, yet the problems returned. One dealer acknowledged the manufacturer was aware of camshaft sensor issues, though no recall materialized.
Engine stalling while driving—sometimes accompanied by loss of steering and braking—has left owners stranded. One manual transmission Neon experienced catastrophic clutch ejection, destroying the engine bay; the dealer and insurance company denied the claim.
Broken rubber engine mounts create an unsecured engine in the compartment and likely contribute to vibration and rough running. Radiator hose and clamp failures appeared within weeks of purchase on multiple 2005 SXT models at one dealer. A cracked air intake hose caused vacuum leaks and stalling in another case.
Throughout these narratives, owners express frustration that repairs don't stick, that driving the vehicle feels dangerous, and that no manufacturer action or recall has addressed these systemic problems.
Failure modes owners describe
Unintended acceleration
Engine accelerates without driver input, brake application ineffective. Multiple owners report sudden, unexplained acceleration events creating dangerous situations.
When: Varies; one owner at 25,800 miles had sensor issue; others report spontaneous occurrences
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle accelerates without throttle input; Brakes unresponsive or ineffective during event; Happens repeatedly on same vehicle
Codes mentioned: P0335 (crankshaft sensor), P0340 (camshaft sensor)
Repairs/costs cited: Owner attempted throttle sensor replacement ($800+ in property damage); next planned oxygen sensor replacement. No confirmed fix reported.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer aware of camshaft sensor failure per complaint #4; no recall issued
Crankshaft and camshaft sensor failure
Repeated failures of crank and cam sensors causing misfiring, stalling, and check engine light illumination. Sensors replaced but problems recur.
When: Summer 2009 (purchased Sept 2005); March 2010 recurrence; around 25,800 miles on another vehicle
Symptoms owners cite: Engine misfiring; Check engine light on; Vehicle stalls while driving; Rough idle and riding quality
Codes mentioned: P0335 (crankshaft sensor), P0340 (camshaft sensor), P0129 (barometric pressure)
Repairs/costs cited: Both crankshaft and camshaft sensors replaced; problem persisted after repair
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer aware of failure; no recall or permanent solution provided
Idle and no-start issues
Engine fails to idle properly, difficulty starting, vibration, and recurring stalling. Problems return after repair attempts.
When: 2 years prior to complaint; spark plug replaced initially; problem recurred within a week
Symptoms owners cite: Improper idle; No-start condition; Vibration during operation; Problem returns after repair
Repairs/costs cited: Spark plug replaced; brake shoes replaced; engine mounts identified as needed but not confirmed replaced
Engine stalling and loss of power
Engine shuts down completely while driving. One case involved loss of steering and braking. Diagnostic cause unclear in some cases; air intake hose crack identified in one instance.
When: 65,000 miles (one case); 35 mph incident (another case); occurring without warning
Symptoms owners cite: Abrupt engine shutdown while driving; Loss of steering after stall; Loss of braking after stall; Won't restart immediately
Repairs/costs cited: Air intake hose crack found and replaced in one case; other cases denied warranty and unrepaired
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: No recalls identified; manufacturer informed in one case, declined to cover repairs
Clutch ejection (manual transmission)
Clutch assembly ejected from transmission while driving, causing catastrophic engine bay and chassis damage. Sparks visible during failure.
When: While accelerating through 1st and 2nd gear after freeway driving
Symptoms owners cite: Abrupt engine stop while shifting; Visible sparks from failure; Massive damage to engine bay and chassis
Repairs/costs cited: Insurance and dealer denied claim; vehicle not repaired
Engine mounts cracked and broken
Rubber engine mounts deteriorate and crack, leaving engine unsecured in compartment. Creates safety hazard and likely contributes to vibration and rough running issues.
When: 60,000 miles; found at 65,000 miles current mileage
Symptoms owners cite: Three rubber mounts cracked and broken; Engine loose in compartment; Vibration during operation
Repairs/costs cited: Defect identified but repair status unclear
Speed limiter and shaking
Vehicle unable to exceed 45 mph and shakes during acceleration. Failure inconsistent and unpredictable. No diagnostic completed.
When: 34,230 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Cannot accelerate beyond 45 mph; Vehicle shakes; Inconsistent, unpredictable failures
Radiator hose and clamp failure
Radiator hose and clamp assembly broke early in vehicle ownership, causing coolant loss. Multiple 2005 Neon SXT models reported same failure to dealer on same day.
When: 3 weeks after purchase (Dec 14, 2005 purchase; Jan 8, 2006 failure)
Symptoms owners cite: Radiator hose and clamp broke; Coolant loss
Repairs/costs cited: Hose and clamp replaced by dealer; status unknown long-term
Rough idle with erratic RPM surge and cutoff
Engine cranks hard, hesitates on acceleration, RPMs surge then drop to 1500, engine threatens to stall. Check engine light stays on. Unsafe to drive.
When: No mileage provided
Symptoms owners cite: Difficult cranking; RPMs surge then fall to 1500; Engine threatens to cutoff at idle and stops; Car jumps forward at stops; Check engine light constant
Synthesized from 12 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
My 2005 Dodge neon does not want to crank. When it does crank and you accelerate then rpms increase rapidly and then fall back to about 1500 and the car starts acting like it wants to cut off. The engine light is now on and does not go off. When you come to a stop the car jumps forward quickly and then acts like it is going to cut off. Not drivable, too dangerous. *tr
My 2005 Dodge neon, began accelerating all by it self. I was not giving it gas and applying the brakes. I pulled into my driveway, it kept going, I went through my garage door. I tried to put the car in park, but the garage door slowed me down, and I then put the car in park. I read on line this has happened to hundreds of people. I tried to change the throttle sensor, that did not work. My…
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Common questions
How serious is the engine problem on the 2005 Dodge Neon?
It's a meaningful issue. 12 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $3,100.
At what mileage does the engine typically fail?
Across the 11 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most engine failures cluster between 13,400 and 79,490 miles, with the median around 60,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 13,400; a quarter make it past 79,490. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $3,100 for engine repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to engine?
No active recalls currently cover engine issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2005/Dodge/Neon.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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