1995 Dodge Neon and Plymouth Neon recall: steering wheel/handle bar
Chrysler Corporation reported this safety recall on October 7, 1997. It covers about 375,000 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 375,000
- reported
- Oct 7, 1997
- owners notified
- Nov 15, 1997
- related complaints
- 193
Steering: steering wheel/handle bar
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The steering column coupler can become disconnected when the vehicle experiences an underbody impact.
- Risk
- Loss of steering control can occur.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the steering column coupler with a coupler design that collapses on impact.
Recall number 97V169000
Affected vehicles
- Dodge Neon 1995 1995
- Plymouth Neon 1995 1995
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 193 complaints about steering problems.
Questions about recall 97V169000
Is there a recall on the 1995 Dodge Neon and Plymouth Neon steering wheel/handle bar?
Yes. Recall 97V169000, reported on October 7, 1997, covers about 375,000 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 97V169000?
Dealers will replace the steering column coupler with a coupler design that collapses on impact.
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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