The 1996 Dodge Neon has 2 recalls, both concerning an engine wiring harness that can contact the exhaust gas recirculation tube, short circuit, and cause the engine to stall without warning.
When the wiring harness rubs against the EGR tube, the resulting short can trigger a range of electrical malfunctions, with the engine cutting out unexpectedly being the primary concern. An engine stall at speed reduces steering and braking response and raises the risk of a collision.
At a glance
What can fail
The engine wiring harness can short circuit if it touches the exhaust gas recirculation tube. This short can cause electrical problems, including engine stalling.
What the fix does
The wiring harness will be rerouted away from the tube, and any damaged wiring will be replaced.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The engine wiring harness may short circuit if it contacts the exhaust gas recirculation tube.
What the fix does
Dealers will reroute the wiring harness and replace any damaged wires.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
