The 1995 Plymouth Neon has 3 recalls, with the most serious being a steering column coupler that can disconnect after a hard impact to the undercarriage, leaving the driver with no steering control.
Two recalls affect the brake system. Corroded fuel and rear brake tubes, where the metal meets a rubber isolator, can lead to brake fluid loss that reduces stopping power, and the same corrosion can cause fuel to leak near the underside of the vehicle. A separate brake concern involves the rear anti-lock brake master cylinder seal, which can allow air to enter the system. When air gets into a brake circuit, the pedal feels soft and spongy, and in worse cases the brakes may only partially respond when pressed. These two issues together mean the brake system on this vehicle deserves close attention, as both the structural integrity of the lines and the hydraulic seal can fail in ways the driver might not notice until braking is needed most.
At a glance
What can fail
The steering column coupler can disconnect during a severe undercarriage impact, causing loss of steering control.
What the fix does
The steering column coupler is replaced with one designed to collapse on impact.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
Fuel and rear brake tubes can corrode where they contact a rubber isolator, potentially causing fuel leaks and brake failure.
What the fix does
Technician inspects tubes for corrosion and replaces affected tubes. Rubber isolator replaced with plastic clip.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The rear ABS brake master cylinder seal may let air enter the cylinder, causing soft, spongy brake pedal feel or partial loss of braking power.
What the fix does
Vehicles will be inspected and faulty master cylinders will be replaced.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
