2001 Dodge Neon Rt: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2001 Dodge Neon Rt: 1 recall, 5 owner complaints.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Electrical Vehicle recall #00V416000 · 2000 · 30 vehicles
What's wrong: Starter assemblies were built with suspect plastic terminal blocks which could develop stress cracks subsequent to their installation onto the body of the starter. Separation of the terminal block from the starter body could potentially allow the un-fused positive terminal to come into contact with an adjacent surface, providing a path to ground.
Why it matters: This condition could overheat the starter wiring, creating the potential for a vehicle fire.
The fix: Dealers will replace the starter terminal block jumper harness.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (3): the most common themes are electrical failure (2).
- Exterior lights (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Engine (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Steering (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
Complaints peaked in 2003 (1 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 7 years old, at a median of 79,500 miles.
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Recall and complaint data tells you what goes wrong. A service manual tells you how to fix it: torque specs, wiring diagrams, fluid capacities and step-by-step procedures for the 2001 Dodge Neon Rt.
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FAQ
Does the 2001 Dodge Neon Rt have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2001 Dodge Neon Rt. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2001 Dodge Neon Rt problems?
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (3), exterior lights (1), engine (1).
Where can I get a 2001 Dodge Neon Rt repair manual?
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