2000 Plymouth Neon recalls and problems

The 2000 Plymouth Neon has 5 safety recalls and 141 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Plymouth dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

141

Crashes / fires

29 / 5

Injuries / deaths

23 / 3

Recalls may cover only some 2000 Plymouth Neon vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2000 Plymouth Neon recalls

Recall 01V-154: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported May 8, 2001 · 353,000 vehicles affected · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION

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.

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

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.

Recall 00V-366: Child Seat

Reported Nov 9, 2000 · 1,211,756 vehicles affected · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION

Problem: Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles, pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." some of the owner's manuals for these vehicles are missing instructions that provide a step-by-step procedure, including diagrams, for properly attaching a child restraint system's tether strap to the tether anchorage.

Risk: In the event of a crash, the child seat may not be properly attached increasing the risk of injury to the child.

Fix: Owners will be provided with an addendum to the owner's manuals.

Recall 00V-194: Vehicle Speed Control

Reported Jul 17, 2000 · 263,000 vehicles affected · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION

Problem: Vehicle description: passenger cars. Vapors from the positive crankcase ventilation (Pcv) system can condense and freeze inside of the throttle body when the vehicle is operated in extremely cold ambient temperatures.

Risk: This can prevent the throttle from fully returning to idle, which could cause a crash without warning.

Fix: Dealers will replace and relocate a pcv system tube.

Recall 99V-114: Suspension

Reported May 6, 1999 · 744 vehicles affected · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION

Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The front suspension lower control arms may have been inadequately welded between the pivot tube and the arm.

Risk: This inadequate welding could allow the tube to separate from the arm, resulting in a loss of vehicle control.

Fix: Dealers will replace the lower control arm.

Recall 99V-043: Air Bags

Reported Mar 11, 1999 · 488 vehicles affected · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION

Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Some frontal (Passenger side) air bags may not inflate properly.

Risk: In the event of a crash, the passenger may not be adequately restrained, increasing the risk of personal injury.

Fix: Dealers will replace the air bag module on the passenger side.

2000 Plymouth Neon problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	38
Air Bags	23
Engine and Engine Cooling	21
Vehicle Speed Control	18
Electrical System	16
Structure	13
Steering	11
Suspension	10
Power Train	10
Unknown or Other	9
Seat Belts	7
Exterior Lighting	6

Most reported parts

Air Bags › Frontal — 13
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components — 7
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline — 6
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 6
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist › Vacuum — 6
Vehicle Speed Control › Accelerator Pedal — 5
Structure › Body — 5
Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 5

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 75,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2000 Plymouth Neon complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Vehicle Speed Control · at 175,550 miles · reported Feb 25, 2020

The contacts owns a 2000 plymouth neon. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the accelerator pedal became detached without warning. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed nor repaired. Neither manufacturer nor the dealer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 175,550.

Structure · at 170,000 miles · reported May 30, 2019

The contact owns a 200 plymouth neon. While driving 55 MPH, the vehicle lowered to the ground and both front tires blew out. The contacted called roadside assistance who determined that the jack went through the frame. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the frame was rusted. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer and dealer were not contacted. The failure mileage was 170,000.

Electrical System · at 265,500 miles · reported Nov 10, 2017

I started my car getting ready to leave my house at night, turned on the headlights after starting. Then I smelled a plastic burning smell and shortly smoke began to come out of the area around the instrument cluster and steering wheel. I turned off the lights and the car but smoke still came out. I popped the hood and disconnected the battery, then the smoke eventually stopped. Later I found the multifunction switch connector melted and burned up, this could have caused a serious fire if I had not caught it in time.

Engine · at 105,000 miles · reported May 24, 2016

Frame of car was so rusted that the actual engine mounting system broke in half., lost control of steering and movement. My daughter was driving and the car began to shake she lost control of the steering then it stopped moving though the car was still in drive. Car was moving on a city street and turning was nil.

Fuel/Propulsion System · reported Sep 21, 2015

Filled gas tank to full, as exiting the gas station hit small bump car dead stopped. Was stopped immediately by the gas tank slamming to the ground lifting the car. The cars engine immediately shut down. Got out and looked at the car. Gas was leaking on ground (Small amount) from the return line. Gas tank fill tube ripped out of car tank wedged in between car and ground stopping vehicle immediately. Had I been going at a faster rate of speed I could have been killed. The 4 corner straps are no way to hold a gas tank in place. I submit that improper materials and design caused the incident. You…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2000 Plymouth Neon have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2000 Plymouth Neon: 01V-154 (service brakes, hydraulic), 00V-366 (child seat), 00V-194 (vehicle speed control), 99V-114 (suspension), 99V-043 (air bags). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2000 Plymouth Neon?

Owners report service brakes, hydraulic problems most often (38 reports), followed by air bags (23). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 75,000 miles.

Are Plymouth recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Plymouth dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.