Recall 01V-154
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION recalled the 2000 to 2001 Dodge Neon and 1 other model: Service brakes, hydraulic (power assist, vacuum).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 01V-154
- Reported
- May 8, 2001
- Vehicles affected
- 353,000 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
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-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Dodge Neon 2000 to 2001
- Plymouth Neon 2000 to 2001