2001 Dodge Neon Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Neon years
- Fewer complaints than other years 8th of 11 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 4 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 146 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Dodge Neon. That ranks 8th out of 11 Neon model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (33 complaints, 23%), typically at around 53,500 miles. Complaints mention 35 crashes, 1 fire, 30 injuries. There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 146owner complaints
- 4safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 35complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2001 Dodge Neon problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 33 | 23% | 53,500 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 23 | 16% | 62,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 21 | 14% | 38,800 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 17 | 12% | 33,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 14 | 10% | 62,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 13 | 9% | 51,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 11 | 8% | 60,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 10 | 7% | 98,900 | — | — |
| Power Train | 8 | 5% | 60,500 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 7 | 5% | 51,000 | — | — |
| Equipment | 5 | 3% | 10,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 4 | 3% | 40,500 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 3 | 2% | 35,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 3 | 2% | 77,295 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 3 | 2% | 112,945 | — | — |
| Visibility | 3 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 3 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 2 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Child Seat | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1% | 137,500 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 1% | 102,000 | — | — |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | 1% | 34,000 | — | — |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 1% | 45,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2001 Dodge Neon recalls (4)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuum
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. In the presence of oil and heat, the brake booster vacuum hose could swell and loosen from the intake manifold.
Risk: This could cause a loss of power brake assist and an increase in engine idle speed.
Fix: Dealers will replace the brake booster vacuum hose. Owner notification began july 2, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Equipment:other:labels
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles built with 15" wheels, equipped with an r/t package. Certain vehicles were equipped with an incorrect tire placard. The vehicles were equipped with p195/50r16 tires but the tire placard indicated that the recommended tire sizes were p185/65r14 and p185/65r15. This does not comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 110, "tire selection and rims."
Risk: The label specifies the wrong recommended tire size. This could cause the owner to select incorrect replacement tires.
Fix: Owners will be provided with a correct label and installation instructions. Owner notification began february 14, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Equipment:other:labels
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with the sport appearance package fail to comply with the requirements of fmvss 110, "tire selection and rims." certain vehicles built with 16" wheels and tires were equipped with the incorrect tire placard.
Risk: The label specifies the wrong recommended tire size. This could cause the owner to select incorrect replacement tires.
Fix: Owners will be provided with a new label, or, if the owner wishes, their dealer can install the label for them.
Child seat
Problem: Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles, pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 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.
Risk: In the event of a crash, the child seat may not be properly attached increasing the risk of injury to the child.
Fix: Owners will be provided with an addendum to the owner's manuals.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Safety belt cinching latch plate (PE02082) — opened Nov 6, 2002, closed Apr 23, 2003.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Throttle stuck on highway when acceleration.
My airbag light is on in my horn don't work
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 dodge neon. The contact stated that the check oil warning indicator was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the sub frame was corroded and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of…
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 dodge neon. While operating the vehicle, the power steering suddenly malfunctioned and made the steering wheel very difficult to turn. The dealer diagnosed and repaired the vehicle. No further information was available. The contact also indicated that the check engine…
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 dodge neon. The contact stated that an independent mechanic advised that the entire sub frame was completely rusted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 49,000.
Other Dodge Neon years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 Neon | 96 | 0 |
| 2004 Neon | 94 | 0 |
| 2003 Neon | 202 | 0 |
| 2002 Neon | 173 | 0 |
| 2001 | 146 | 4 |
| 2000 Neon | 337 | 5 |
| 1999 Neon | 116 | 0 |
| 1998 Neon | 339 | 1 |
| 1997 Neon | 390 | 1 |
| 1996 Neon | 611 | 2 |
| 1995 Neon | 976 | 6 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Dodge Neon?
Owners most often report air bags, electrical system, service brakes, hydraulic problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 33 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2001 Dodge Neon?
Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2001 Dodge Neon a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Neon model years, the 2001 has fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.