2000 Dodge Neon: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2000 Dodge Neon: 5 recalls, 337 owner complaints and up to 27 mpg combined.
Recalls
5 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer, plus 6 equipment/tire recalls that can apply. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags Vehicle recall #99V043000 · 1999 · 488 vehicles
What's wrong: Some frontal (passenger side) air bags May not inflate properly.
Why it matters: In the event of a crash, the passenger May not be adequately restrained, increasing the risk of personal injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the air bag module on the passenger side.
Suspension Vehicle recall #99V114000 · 1999 · 744 vehicles
What's wrong: The front suspension lower control arms May have been inadequately welded between the pivot tube and the arm.
Why it matters: This inadequate welding could allow the tube to separate from the arm, resulting in a loss of vehicle control.
The fix: Dealers will replace the lower control arm.
Speed control / throttle Vehicle recall #00V194000 · 2000 · 263,000 vehicles
What's wrong: Vapors from the positive crankcase ventilation (pcv) system can condense and freeze inside of the throttle body when the vehicle is operated in extremely cold ambient temperatures.
Why it matters: This can prevent the throttle from fully returning to idle, which could cause a crash without warning.
The fix: Dealers will replace and relocate a pcv system tube.
Child seat Vehicle recall #00V366000 · 2000 · 1,211,756 vehicles
What's wrong: 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." some of the owner's manuals for these vehicles are missing instructions that provide a step-by-step procedure, including diagrams, for properly attaching a child restraint system's tether strap to the tether anchorage.
Why it matters: In the event of a crash, the child seat May not be properly attached increasing the risk of injury to the child.
The fix: Owners will be provided with an addendum to the owner's manuals.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #01V154000 · 2001 · 353,000 vehicles
What's wrong: In the presence of oil and heat, the brake booster vacuum hose could swell and loosen from the intake manifold.
Why it matters: This could cause a loss of power brake assist and an increase in engine idle speed.
The fix: Dealers will replace the brake booster vacuum hose. Owner notification began July 2, 2001.
6 aftermarket equipment / tire recalls replacement parts sold to fit this car, not the car itself
Exterior lights Equipment recall #06E026000 · 2006 · 61,944 vehicles
What's wrong: Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Why it matters: Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
The fix: Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. The recall began on April 3, 2006.
Exterior lights Equipment recall #06E049000 · 2006 · 27,176 vehicles
What's wrong: Certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Why it matters: Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
The fix: Ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. The recall began on July 1, 2006.
Suspension Equipment recall #08E033000 · 2008 · 6,903 vehicles
What's wrong: The part numbers packaged with incorrect nuts are: k7147, k7329, k8683, and 104353. These parts were made for use on the various vehicles listed above.
Why it matters: The nuts included in the packaging for these ball joint assemblies are missing the intended prevailing torque (self-locking) feature. If the incorrect nut was to become loose, the joining members May loosen leading to a separation of the ball joint. This May result in loss of vehicle control,…
The fix: Federal mogul will notify owners and replace the parts free of charge. The recall began on May 22, 2008. Owners can contact federal mogul at 877-489-6659.
Exterior lights Equipment recall #08E050000 · 2008 · 1,921 vehicles
What's wrong: These headlamps are missing the amber side reflex reflector which fails to conform with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Why it matters: Without the amber side reflex reflectors, the lighting visibility May be affected, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
The fix: K2 motor will notify owners and offer a full refund. The recall began on decemeber 17, 2008.
Exterior lights Equipment recall #09E012000 · 2009 · 16,270 vehicles
What's wrong: These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Why it matters: Decreased lighting visibility May result in a vehicle crash.
The fix: Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on May 11, 2009.
Exterior lights Equipment recall #09E025000 · 2009 · 42,540 vehicles
What's wrong: Dope, Inc. is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Why it matters: Decreased lighting visibility May result in a vehicle crash.
The fix: Dope, Inc. will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on July 28, 2009.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 6 mention a fire, 56 injuries and 2 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Airbags (71): the most common themes are fails to deploy (42).
- Brakes (hydraulic) (66): the most common themes are noise or vibration (20), brake failure / soft pedal (10).
- Engine & cooling (54): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (16), leaks (16), noise or vibration (8).
- Electrical (43): the most common themes are electrical failure (15), stalls / loses power (6).
The 2000 Dodge Neon has 337 owner complaints, ranking #5 of 13 Neon model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 269). Complaints peaked in 2001 (79 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 2 years old, at a median of 62,500 miles. Neighboring years: 1999 (116 complaints, 0 recalls), 2001 (146 complaints, 4 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 24 | 31 | 27 | Regular |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 28 | 24 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2000 Dodge Neon have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 vehicle recalls for the 2000 Dodge Neon, plus 6 equipment or tire recalls that can apply. 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 2000 Dodge Neon problems?
Owners have filed 337 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are airbags (71), brakes (hydraulic) (66), engine & cooling (54).
What gas mileage does the 2000 Dodge Neon get?
EPA ratings run up to 27 mpg combined (2.0 L, Manual 5-spd), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2000 Dodge Neon repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.