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NHTSA Campaign ID:  01V039000
Component:  Equipment:Tire Reserve Load Label (Glove Compartment)
Manufacturer:  Daimler-Chrysler Corporation
Year:
2001
Make:
Dodge
Model:
Neon
Recall Date:
02/13/2001
Potential Number of Units Affected: 137
Manufactured: 06/2000 - 10/2000
Defect Summary:
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."
Consequence Summary:
The label specifies the wrong recommended tire size. This could cause the owner to select incorrect replacement tires.
Corrective Summary:
Owners will be provided with a correct label and installation instructions.

NHTSA Campaign ID:  01V154000
Component:  Brakes:Hydraulic:Power Assist:Booster
Manufacturer:  Daimler-Chrysler Corporation
Year:
2001
Make:
Dodge
Model:
Neon
Recall Date:
05/18/2001
Potential Number of Units Affected: 353000
Manufactured: 07/1999 - 03/2001
Defect Summary:
In the presence of oil and heat, the brake booster vacuum hose could swell and loosen from the intake manifold.
Consequence Summary:
This could cause a loss of power brake assist and an increase in engine idle speed.
Corrective Summary:
Dealers will replace the brake booster vacuum hose.

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