2001 Dodge Neon brakes problems
24 complaints about brakes have been filed for the 2001 Dodge Neon, which is 12% of all its NHTSA complaints. It is the 3rd most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 24 12% of this year's complaints
- Crashes and fires
- 7 and 0
- Injuries and deaths
- 6 and 6
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
What the data shows
These complaints mention 7 crashes, 6 injuries, 6 deaths.
What owners wrote
Consumer stated while stopped at a light, as she attempted to step on the gas, the pedal began to act erratic, which caused the vehicle to hit the person in front and would not stop. The vehicle was repaired, but now it hesitates when driving or stopping. Other problems are as followed: the electrical lights and alarms, engine/cooling system, equipment(not spec), fuel system, heater/defrost/vent, park brake, power train, serv.
Dt*: the contact stated while applying brake pressure at 40 MPH on the highway, there was an increased stopping distance which resulted in a rear end collision, and the airbags did not deploy. The contact was wearing a seat belt, but minor injuries were sustained. The vehicle sustained extensive front end damage. The police were alerted, and a report was taken. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The manufacturer was not alerted.
Other problems reported for the 2001 Dodge Neon
- Air bags 33 complaints
- Electrical system 25 complaints
- Engine 18 complaints
- Lighting 15 complaints
- Steering 15 complaints