Recall 97V-169
CHRYSLER CORPORATION recalled the 1995 Dodge Neon and 1 other model: Steering (steering wheel/handle bar).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 97V-169
- Reported
- October 7, 1997
- Vehicles affected
- 375,000 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The steering column coupler can become disconnected when the vehicle experiences an underbody impact.
The risk
Loss of steering control can occur.
The fix
Dealers will replace the steering column coupler with a coupler design that collapses on impact.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification is expected to begin during november 1997.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 chrysler at 1-[removed].also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-[removed].
Affected vehicles
- Dodge Neon 1995
- Plymouth Neon 1995