Recall 01V-154: 2000–2001 Dodge Neon, 2000–2001 Plymouth Neon

DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on May 8, 2001, covering about 353,000 vehicles.

NHTSA number
01V-154
Report date
May 8, 2001
Vehicles affected
353,000
Owners notified
Jul 2, 2001

The problem

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. In the presence of oil and heat, the brake booster vacuum hose could swell and loosen from the intake manifold.

The risk

This could cause a loss of power brake assist and an increase in engine idle speed.

The fix

Dealers will replace the brake booster vacuum hose. Owner notification began july 2, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Notes

Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerDAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
ComponentService Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist › Vacuum
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number01V154000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Dodge Neon2000, 2001All years
Plymouth Neon2000, 2001All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 01V-154?

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. In the presence of oil and heat, the brake booster vacuum hose could swell and loosen from the intake manifold.

How is recall 01V-154 fixed?

Dealers will replace the brake booster vacuum hose. Owner notification began july 2, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.