Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | ||||||||||||||||
| 94V026000 | CHRYSLER CORPORATION | from 11/01/1993 to 01/01/1994 | V (Vehicle) | 2700 | 01/21/1994 | MFR | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 01/09/1994 | 02/16/1994 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The abs brake master cylinder rear seal allows air to enter the brake system, causing spongy brakes or partial brake system loss. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Air entering the brake system caused extended stopping distance or partial loss of brakes which may result in an accident. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Master cylinders will be inspected for the suspect build date code range and will be replaced if necessary. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: brakes; hydraulic; anti-skid system.vehicle description: passenger cars.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and free of charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, please contact chrysler service center at 1-800-992-1997. also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||
| 94V034000 | CHRYSLER CORPORATION | from 11/01/1993 to 02/01/1994 | V (Vehicle) | 7100 | 02/09/1994 | MFR | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 02/23/1994 | 03/01/1994 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The rear brake hose mounting bracket screws can fail allowing the brake hoses to move out of position. the unrestrained hoses are then susceptible to damage which could result in brake fluid leakage. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Brake fluid leakage will reduce the braking performanceof the vehicle, extend stopping distances, and could result in an accident. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | The rear brake line hose bracket screws on these vehicles will be replaced. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: brakes; hydraulic; lines; fittings.vehicle description: passenger vehicles.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and free of charge or the remedy does not correct the defect of noncompliance, please contact chrysler service center at 1-800-992-1997. also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
| 96V228000 | CHRYSLER CORPORATION | from 01/01/1994 to 05/15/1995 | V (Vehicle) | 180000 | 12/06/1996 | MFR | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 11/18/1996 | 11/27/1996 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The fuel and rear brake tubes can experience accelerated corrosion between the tubes and a rubber isolator. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Corrosion of the tubes can lead to brake fluid or fuel leakage. this can cause a loss of brakes or result in a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect the brake, fuel supply and fuel vapor tubes for the presence of corrosion. any tubes showing corrosion will be replaced. all vehicles will have the rubber isolator replaced with a plastic clip. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Owner notification began december 6, 1996.note: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 chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - MASTER CYLINDER | ||||||||||||||||
| 96V075000 | CHRYSLER CORPORATION | from 08/01/1994 to 10/01/1995 | V (Vehicle) | 151800 | 06/10/1996 | MFR | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 05/03/1996 | 05/08/1996 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The brake master cylinder can leak brake fluid due to a damaged double lip rear piston seal. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Brake fluid leakage can result in diminished effectiveness of one half of the split brake system. the instrument panel warning light(s) will signal system impairment prior to partial brake system loss. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the rear brake master cylindr piston assembly. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: brakes; hydraulic; master brake cylinder. vehicle description: passenger vehicles. includes neon vehicles equipped with the acr competition package only. note: 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 chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||||
| 050300 | 04/14/2000 | 612600 | Subject on proportioning valve brake pressure adapter tool revision. *tt | 06/09/2000 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC | |||||
| CH050795 | 05/01/1995 | 05-16-94 | 43072 | Unknown | 11/01/1995 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM | |||||
| CH050695 | 05/01/1995 | 43073 | Unknown | 11/01/1995 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK | |||
| 01/01/2004 | 1 | 08/26/2003 | |
| This car is sqeaking brakes...don't seem very safe....and noises under the car??*ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||
| 08/15/2003 | 85000 | ||
| Brakes failed to work right when my boyfriend wrecked the car which then made him hit the guard rail. the air bags didn't come out. we contacted the place we got the car from but they could not tell us anything. then the transmission went out of it on october 1, 2003. the whole transmission exploded. we were told the place we bought it from did not put in new clutch and pressure plate and throw out bearings in when we had just bought it. we had told them the clutch was making noise. they would not fixed it. they said it was nothing when i took it in; that's just neons they said... my biggest concern beside the tranny and clutch is the air bags not coming out at all... | |||
| 3 | 11/26/2002 | ||
| The gas mileage was very poor, the seat belt covers, tire tread, fog lights and dome lights were inoperative and there was a grinding noise when the brakes were applied. *ph *jb | |||
| 03/01/1996 | |||
| Many brake problems, unable to be fixed. | |||
| 02/05/1997 | 0 | ||
| When driving and the brakes are applied then there is a funny sound and there are no brakes. | |||
| 01/01/1996 | |||
| Front brake disc pads/rotors failed, causing brakes to make a loud noise. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 02/05/2001 | |||
| Brakes failed to stop vehicle when they were applied. took vehicle to dealership and mechanic test drove vehicle. informed owner that abs brakes were working just fine and were normal. later, was driving vehicle, and was involved in an accident due to lack of braking power.*ak | |||
| 05/01/1994 | 1 | 05/01/1994 | |
| Whenever it rains or snows the abs light comes on, dealership is not able to find out what is causing this problem. cj | |||
| 05/10/1997 | |||
| While trying to brake on any wet surface abs does not work. similar to recall # 94v026000. *ak | |||
| 05/10/1997 | |||
| While driving driver depressed brake pedal and it did not respond. consumer said it felt squishy, and brakes felt like they were going to work, and then they didn't work. *ak | |||
| 07/27/2000 | 1 | ||
| While driving could step on the brakes pedal and brakes will not stop on time.*ak possible engine failure caused check the engine light to illuminate during rain. brakes make a wailing sound. back up lights failed. lights on radio failed. head gasket leaks. *yh | |||
| Upon depressing the brake pedal to make a normal or gradual stop consumer noticed a noise coming from the brake pedal. noise sounded like metal to metal, resulting in extended stopping distance. consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer has yet to replace parts. please provide any further details. *ak | |||
| 10/01/1998 | 10 | 08/01/1998 | |
| Randomly car will not stop within reasonable lenghts. due to brake failure. *ak | |||
| 10/01/1998 | 4 | 06/05/1995 | |
| Front and rear abs brakes make grinding noise when driving forward and reversing whenever starting the vehicle. also, transmission failed/engine head gasket failed twice/oil leak/cam sensor failed, causing vehicle to stall twice. | |||
| 2 | |||
| Upon applying brakes abs brakes engaged and vehicle suddenly accelerated twice, once resulting in an accident. | |||
| 08/01/1997 | |||
| Consumer experiencing problem with vehicle braking system continually making noise whenever brake pedal is applied; vehicle would stall whenever brakes are used in a sudden stop. also, gear would slip into neutral. dealer notified. car hesitates to start and at times there is a knocking sound under the car when ignition is turned off. *ak *ml | |||
| 04/02/1998 | 03/15/1995 | ||
| Attempted a panic stop, brake pedal felt stiff/hard, no abs engagement and no apparent slowing down of vehicle. rear ended vehicle in front and air bags did not deploy. | |||
| 1 | 04/01/1995 | ||
| Brakes failed a collision. | |||
| 08/21/1995 | 1 | 04/16/1994 | |
| Brake pedal went to the floor. | |||
| 25 | |||
| Transmission slips from drive to neutral simply by leaning on or nudging the shifter column accidently. also, anti-lock brake failure. *ak | |||
| The pins in the caliper are swelling up,causing the calipers to lock up, resulting in extended stopping distance. the dealer has been notified. oqner has taken vehicle to a independent mechanic. *ak | |||
| 05/07/1997 | 0 | ||
| Consumer was driving down freeway at approx 60 mph suddenly went into a turn and heard a loud noise. then within minutes she was in the air on two wheels; and when auto came down driver hit her head on windshield and auto began to slide. *ak | |||
| 01/10/1997 | |||
| Applying the abs brakes the vehicle would not stop, also has extended stopping distance. before the brakes went out, the abs light was on. now there are no abs brakes on the vehicle. *ak | |||
| 12/13/1996 | 1 | 12/10/1995 | |
| Antilock brake failure. | |||
| Owner received recall notice, contacted dealer and was told they would not have parts in until jan. 1,1997. recall #96v228000. *ak | |||
| 07/11/1996 | 1 | 03/01/1994 | |
| Antilock brakes locked up, causing loss of control. | |||
| 10/15/1996 | |||
| Failure on the abs brakes, when making a turn the brakes locked up and the steering locked. *ak | |||
| While driving, experienced brake failure when attempting to slow/stop high speeds vehicle pulled to right, and at low speeds noticed metal to metal squeal.*ak | |||
| 02/14/1996 | |||
| Vehicle experiencing partial loss of brakes while going over a bump, vehicle is equipped with abs brakes. *ak | |||
| 03/13/1995 | 3 | ||
| Anti-lock brakes controller module faulty, prior to recall, causing abs light to come on. (94v026000) *dsh | |||
| 12/07/1995 | |||
| The abs brake fails caused consumer to have an accident. tt | |||
| 02/01/1995 | 2 | 03/01/1994 | |
| When apply the brake there is a noise have abs anti-lock brake . tt consumer stated brakes have gone out twice this year.*jb | |||
| Upon braking experienced intermittent brake failure when pedal went to floor, recently at approx. 10mph, rear ended another vehicle, no prior warning. tt | |||
| Abs brakes; brakes extremely noisy. she was, mfg., are aware but currently doesn't have a solution. please describe details. tt | |||
| While driving experiened intermittent brake failure when pedal went to floor, without prior warning, dealer can't reproduce. tt | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||
| 02/22/2002 | 1 | ||
| While at 40 mph going down hill around a turn consumer applied brakes and they were too hard. consumer's vehicle went into other lane and struck another vehicle head-on. vehicle burst into flames and airbags did not deploy. *ak consumer mentions recalls 94v034, 94v033, and 96v228, consumer attempted to get these recall repairs two weeks prior to accident, however dealer refused due to vin, consumer states these recalls are related to the accident. *yd | |||
| 09/14/1998 | 1 | ||
| While driving there is a delay in shifting, and no power going up hills. consumer states gas pedal is pressed to floor, and vehicle only goes 40 mph. *ak consumer states transmission sticks while shifting from first gear to second. oil gakset leak was detected after 25000 miles. brakes started squeaking after 10000 miles. *slc | |||
| 4 | 07/01/1998 | ||
| Front brakes have been replaced 4 times, rotors have been replaced 3 times, and the calipers have been replaced 1 time. *slc | |||
| 4 | |||
| Brakes repaired several times due to noise. (attorney for consumer). | |||
| 1 | 05/18/1995 | ||
| When the brakes are applied they squeak. dealer has inspected the vehicle. *ak*adj | |||
| Vehicle tried to make a stop behind another vehicle, but brake pedal went to the floor and consumer rear ended vehicle in front. vehicle has not been looked at as of yet. *ak | |||
| 01/01/1999 | |||
| In the rainy or snowy conditions, braking system malfunctioned, causing extended stopping distance, and may have resulted a crash. also problems with driver's seatbelt system which always locked up when it was not suppose to. also, engine head gasket failed. please provide further information. *ak | |||
| 1 | |||
| Front and rear brakes replaced because of grinding and squeaking. | |||
| 12/21/1998 | |||
| Engine check light comes on/off. problem is with the oxygen sensor. also transmission problems, leading to replacement of the transmission/brakes wore out and replaced three times. dealer aware of all problems. problems still exists. warranty is expired. provide further information. *ak | |||
| 11/20/1998 | 6 | ||
| When driving 55 mph another vehicle stopped in front of the consumer's vehicle, causing the consumer to hit a dump truck from the side. when applying the brakes, the brakes locked up and pedal went straight to the floorboard. also, brakes were very soft, and the vehicle spinned around due to the consumer losing control of the steering. this is the second time the brakes locked up, causing an accident. vehicle has been in the shop six times for brakes, and the dealer can't determine the problem. *ak | |||
| 01/05/1996 | 1 | 10/16/1995 | |
| Brakes make grinding noise continually. | |||
| 03/18/1998 | 11/30/1994 | ||
| While driving the neon another vehicle cut in front, consumer pressed on the brakes to avoid hitting the other vehicle; however, brakes failed, vehicle started sliding and spinning, hitting a cement wall on driver's side. driver suffered injuries and vehicle was totalled. *ak | |||
| 1 | 05/01/1995 | ||
| Brakes make squealing noise. | |||
| 07/19/1997 | 0 | ||
| Driving at approximately 40 mph, was getting ready to stop; started applying pressure to brakes; pushed brakes to floor brakes did not respond. noticed/smelled smoke, started pumping brakes, pulled emergency brake in order to stop. *ak | |||
| 08/26/1995 | |||
| When trying to apply the anti-lock brake the vehicle will not stop, the vehicle has extended stopping distance. *ak | |||
| While driving on wet surface when applied brakes at approx. 35mph, experienced brake lock up, vehicle went into ditch, down an embankment. *ak | |||
| 05/28/1996 | 1 | 03/10/1996 | |
| Brakes failed. | |||
| 1 | |||
| Brake problems. *dh | |||
| 01/13/1995 | 3 | ||
| Brakes failed, causing accident. *dh | |||
| While driving, upon applying brake and left turn signal, experiences malfunction, when turn signal stops blinking. *ak | |||
| 04/10/1995 | 0 | ||
| Brake pedal went to floor, accompanied by grinding noise. *dsh | |||
| 05/23/1995 | 3 | ||
| Brakes squeal and grind continually. *dsh | |||
| 07/18/1995 | 8 | ||
| Continuous noise from braking system, problem continues after several repair attempts. *sd | |||
| 11/27/1995 | 1 | 06/29/1995 | |
| Loss of the steering column the steering column came apart pe94-095. tt consumer states brakes failed as well.*jb | |||
| 02/01/1995 | 2 | 03/01/1994 | |
| When apply the brake there is a noise have abs anti-lock brake . tt consumer stated brakes have gone out twice this year.*jb | |||
| Consumer was driving went to apply the brake car pulls to the left caused accident on two occassions . tt | |||
| 06/01/1994 | |||
| Abs, when making stop brakes has extended stopping distance with pedal fading. tt | |||
| 07/21/1995 | |||
| Brakes failed causing steering wheel to lockup. please describe details. tt | |||
| 04/01/1995 | 1 | ||
| The accelerator sticks due to throttle body keeps going out.braking system will not override. tt | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC | |||
| 04/20/1995 | 04/01/1995 | ||
| I have truly been disappointed in this car. it has been nothing but trouble. the complaints are the main ones. however, they happened several times. i had actually contemplated on checking out the lemon law, but didn't know how to go about it. the check enging light kept coming on and they couldn't find the problem ,this finally was fixed after 6 months of repeated problems with it. a year later the check engine light came on again, because of previous problem i waited an extra mile to pull off. my engine was blown ! i had hit a bump, which inturn punctured the oil filter. i am really unhappy with this vehicle. | |||
| 09/08/1997 | 2 | 12/30/1994 | |
| Front brake rotors warped/calipers locked up on second failure, almost causing a collision. *ak | |||
| 09/23/1996 | |||
| Applied brakes during inclement weather , driver experienced loss of brake effectiveness, resulting in rear end collision. dlr states rusty brakes, seemed like they were immersed in water.*ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - CALIPER | |||
| The pins in the caliper are swelling up,causing the calipers to lock up, resulting in extended stopping distance. the dealer has been notified. oqner has taken vehicle to a independent mechanic. *ak | |||
| 07/13/1996 | 3 | ||
| Vehicles front brake pads have premature wear and tear, having to change every 5,ooo, and the manufacturer has a technical tsb on this, has to put heavy duty material which is still changed every 5,000 miles. this is also due to calipers freezing. *ak *jb | |||
| 09/01/1994 | 1 | ||
| Brake caliper failed, causing accident. *tt | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - PADS | |||
| 04/17/1998 | 1 | 06/25/1994 | |
| Brake pads and rotors failed causing squealing noise. mjs | |||
| 12/12/1995 | 1 | 11/07/1994 | |
| Brake pads failed. | |||
| 11/02/1996 | 1 | 08/11/1994 | |
| Brake shoes failed. | |||
| 07/13/1996 | 3 | ||
| Vehicles front brake pads have premature wear and tear, having to change every 5,ooo, and the manufacturer has a technical tsb on this, has to put heavy duty material which is still changed every 5,000 miles. this is also due to calipers freezing. *ak *jb | |||
| 3 | |||
| Has gone through 3 sets of brake pads in two years. *ak | |||
| 01/01/1996 | |||
| Front brake disc pads/rotors failed, causing brakes to make a loud noise. *ak | |||
| 02/01/1996 | 1 | ||
| Front brake pads cracked, causing mild vibration upon braking. *ak | |||
| Abs brakes; excessive pads wear associated w/poor stopping. please describe details. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR | |||
| 04/17/1998 | 1 | 06/25/1994 | |
| Brake pads and rotors failed causing squealing noise. mjs | |||
| 12/12/1995 | 1 | 11/07/1994 | |
| Brake rotors failed. | |||
| 05/28/1996 | 3 | 03/10/1996 | |
| Brake rotors replaced every 10,000 miles due to being warped. | |||
| 07/08/1996 | 2 | 10/01/1994 | |
| Front brake rotors rusted and pitted 2 times. | |||
| 01/01/1996 | |||
| Front brake disc pads/rotors failed, causing brakes to make a loud noise. *ak | |||
| 05/21/1996 | 1 | ||
| Vibration due to rotors. *dh | |||
| 02/01/1996 | 1 | ||
| Warped rotors, causing mild vibration upon braking. *ak | |||
| 05/23/1995 | 3 | ||
| Rotors failed. | |||
| 03/12/1995 | 1 | ||
| The 13 inch rotors are overheating and there is excessive amount of brake dust. tt | |||
| 03/21/1995 | 1 | ||
| Disc brake rotors failed, causing vehicle to shimmy when brakes are applied. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM | |||
| 12/28/1998 | 2 | 05/01/1995 | |
| No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak | |||
| 04/20/1995 | 04/01/1995 | ||
| I have truly been disappointed in this car. it has been nothing but trouble. the complaints are the main ones. however, they happened several times. i had actually contemplated on checking out the lemon law, but didn't know how to go about it. the check enging light kept coming on and they couldn't find the problem ,this finally was fixed after 6 months of repeated problems with it. a year later the check engine light came on again, because of previous problem i waited an extra mile to pull off. my engine was blown ! i had hit a bump, which inturn punctured the oil filter. i am really unhappy with this vehicle. | |||
| 08/05/1997 | 1 | 11/07/1994 | |
| Back tire drum was out of round. | |||
| 03/24/1995 | 1 | 03/01/1994 | |
| Rear brake noise. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM - SHOES/LININGS | |||
| 07/01/1996 | |||
| Right rear wheel grabs sooner than the rest. when applying the brakes, brakes make a loud noise and sound as if they are going to fall apart. brake shoes have been replaced, and dealer contacted and cannot repair the problem. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 09/16/2005 | 118000 | 1 | |
| Due to corrosion, the brake lines ruptured while i was braking. i fear that the corrosion will also lead to fuel line leakage. there is an existing recall on both components, my vin# is not included in the recalls campaign number on brake lines 96v2280000*jb | |||
| 01/15/2002 | |||
| Vehicle was leaking brake fluid from brake lines. took vehicle to dealer, and dealer indicated there was a lot of corrosion. also, needed master cylinder and brakes lines. | |||
| 07/22/1996 | 1 | 07/22/1996 | |
| The faulty brake line squeaks continuously. yh | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - MASTER CYLINDER | |||
| 01/15/2002 | |||
| Vehicle was leaking brake fluid from brake lines. took vehicle to dealer, and dealer indicated there was a lot of corrosion. also, needed master cylinder and brakes lines. | |||
| 03/28/1997 | 0 | ||
| It was very cold and car began to smoke, engine check light came on. consumer took vehicle to mechanic, and he said that it was the master cylinder. *ak | |||
| 05/30/1997 | 1 | 08/11/1994 | |
| Master cylinder failed, causing loss of brakes. | |||
| 07/31/1996 | 1 | 12/31/1994 | |
| Master cylinder failed, causing loss of control. | |||
| 09/01/1994 | 1 | ||
| Brake master cylinder failed. | |||
| 03/10/1995 | 1 | ||
| Master cylinder failed, brake pedal went to floor with no braking effect; caused accident; vehicle rearended another vehicle coming to a stop. tt | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - PEDALS AND LINKAGES | |||
| 1 | 03/25/1994 | ||
| The brake pedal wire was cut when applying the brakes, the brake light doesn't come on . please describe . *ak | |||