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.
2001 Dodge Neon brakes problems
21 complaints (14% of all complaints for this car). 6 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 21
- of this car's complaints
- 14%
- crashes
- 6
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Power assist: vacuum5
- Foundation components: disc3
- Foundation components: master cylinder2
- Foundation components2
- Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip2
- Power assist: hydraulic: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings1
- Foundation components: disc: rotor1
- Foundation components: disc: pads1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Dodge Neon brakes problems in other years
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: vacuum
- 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.
- Risk
- This could cause a loss of power brake assist and an increase in engine idle speed.
- Remedy
- 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 number 01V154000 · Recall details
What 2001 Dodge Neon owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Dt*: the contact stated that the check engine light illuminated constantly. Also, the rear brakes squeaked, and there was a loss of power brake assist. The vehicle was taken to a service dealer, where the dealer was unable to determine the cause of the problems. There is a the federal safety agency recall # 01v154000 pertaining to the service brakes power assist vacuum. The vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN.
Complainant was traveling in his dodge neon at approximately 30 MPH when he attempted to apply his brakes, which did not work, and he was not able to stop. He hit another car in the rear.
Consumer states rear and front pads wore out prematurely. Front and rear pads were replaced. Dealer notified.
When the brakes were applied, the pedal went all the way to the floor, which caused the vehicle to crash into an embankment.
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. Brakes, steering, structure, suspension, visual systems, the air bag module, (brain of the vehicle) computer, and a cracked motor head. Cause of incident: wear/corrosion/rust, locks, and stability. *scc
When vehicle exceed speeds of 50 MPH, the vehicle will vibrate, the vibration becomes worse when brakes are applied. Theere is also a grinding noise, but the brake pad or rotor are not worn. The dealership cannot locate the cause of the problem.
Brake pedal would gradually go to the floor when applying brakes. Dealer contacted. Feel free to provide any further information.
Since 7,000 miles to the present mileage front brakes would squeak when brakes were applied. Vehicle been to dealer, and had front brake rotors and pads replaced. However, problem reoccurring. Feel free to provide any further information.
Consumer states while dealer was servicing the right rear tire, when taking the tire off the spring and rotors and other brake parts fell off.
Questions about the 2001 Dodge Neon brakes
Does the 2001 Dodge Neon have brakes problems?
Owners have filed 21 complaints about the brakes of the 2001 Dodge Neon, 14% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2001 Dodge Neon brakes problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 2001 Dodge Neon brakes?
Yes, 1 recall: 01V154000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Dodge Neon have bad brakes?
The Dodge Neon model years with the most brakes complaints are 1995 (214 complaints), 1996 (89 complaints) and 2000 (69 complaints).
Other 2001 Dodge Neon problems
Airbags 33Electrical 23Engine 18Steering 14Body 13Lights 12Acceleration 10Transmission 8Seat belts 7Suspension 4Locks 3Tires 3Visibility 3Wheels 3Fuel system 2Driver assistance 1Seats 1
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