What's New for 2001 Plymouth Neon
Knowing how much a vehicle has changed from previous model years can help provide additional context when reviewing reliability ratings. Our Editors give you the bottom-line on what's new, the pros, the cons and more.
What's New for 2001
Side-impact airbags and leather seats are now available in Plymouth's economy car. A center shoulder belt for the rear seat and an internal emergency trunk release further improve this Plymouth's safety consciousness. Both a Sun and Sound or a Value/Fun option group is available this year, each of which includes a sunroof. New interior and exterior options for the Neon pump some life in this fading brand, but if you've got a hankering for the Plymouth nameplate, act fast; as of 2002 Plymouth will be closing shop and subsuming its identity to the gods of DaimlerChrysler. Read More
Long-Term Reliability Ratings by Identifix
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2001 Plymouth Neon Reliability Rating
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An occasional problem on this vehicle is the failure of the Leak Detection Pump (LDP) that is part of the Emission Controls on this vehicle. Problems with the LDP can cause the Check Engine Light to illuminate. The cost to replace the LDP is estimated at $112 for parts and $32.50 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax. |
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Reliability ratings displayed above reflect style specific standard features and may vary from aggregated values displayed for the same year in the historical model overview below.
Reliability History for Plymouth Neon
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