Recall 96V-026: 1996 Dodge Neon, 1996 Plymouth Neon

CHRYSLER CORPORATION recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Feb 5, 1996, covering about 15,000 vehicles.

NHTSA number
96V-026
Report date
Feb 5, 1996
Vehicles affected
15,000
Owners notified
Mar 17, 1996

The problem

An engine wiring harness can short circuit due to contact with the exhaust gas recirculation tube..

The risk

Shorting of the wiring harness can cause various electrical malfunctions, including engine stalling.

The fix

Dealers will reroute the engine wiring harness properly and any wire that has been damaged will be replaced.

Notes

System: electrical; wiring; harness.vehicle description: passenger vehicles built at the toluca, mexico assembly plant.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.

Recall details

ManufacturerCHRYSLER CORPORATION
ComponentElectrical System › Wiring › Front Underhood
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number96V026000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Dodge Neon1996All years
Plymouth Neon1996All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 96V-026?

An engine wiring harness can short circuit due to contact with the exhaust gas recirculation tube..

How is recall 96V-026 fixed?

Dealers will reroute the engine wiring harness properly and any wire that has been damaged will be replaced.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.