The 2000 Dodge Neon has 4 recalls, the most serious being two safety-critical issues: a throttle that can stick open in extreme cold and a front suspension lower control arm that can separate from its pivot, both of which can cause sudden loss of vehicle control.
On the safety equipment side, the passenger-side front airbag may not inflate properly in a crash, leaving the passenger without adequate protection. There is also a brake concern: the brake booster vacuum hose can swell and pull loose from the intake manifold when exposed to oil and heat, reducing braking power and causing the engine to rev unexpectedly at idle.
At a glance
What can fail
The brake booster vacuum hose can swell and loosen from the intake manifold when exposed to oil and heat.
What the fix does
The brake booster vacuum hose will be replaced at no cost at an authorized dealer.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
In extremely cold weather, moisture from the crankcase ventilation system can condense and freeze inside the throttle body, potentially affecting engine operation.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace and relocate the PCV system tube to prevent moisture buildup in the throttle body.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The front suspension lower control arms may have weak welds where the pivot tube connects to the arm, potentially causing the weld to fail.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the lower control arm with a properly manufactured part.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The passenger-side front air bag may fail to inflate properly in a frontal crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the passenger-side air bag module.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
