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2000-2001 Dodge Neon and Plymouth Neon recall: vacuum

Daimlerchrysler Corporation reported this safety recall on May 8, 2001. It covers about 353,000 vehicles.

vehicles affected
353,000
reported
May 8, 2001
owners notified
Jul 2, 2001
related complaints
140

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

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 140 complaints about brakes problems.

2000 Dodge Neon2001 Dodge Neon2000 Plymouth Neon2001 Plymouth Neon

Questions about recall 01V154000

Is there a recall on the 2000-2001 Dodge Neon and Plymouth Neon vacuum?

Yes. Recall 01V154000, reported on May 8, 2001, covers about 353,000 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 01V154000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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