While traveling on the highway he heard a loud noise coming from the passenger side, tire tread separated. Please fill in additional information dealer is aware of the problem.
Vehicle safety record
2001 Dodge Lancer Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2001 Dodge Lancer with NHTSA, most often about the wheels & tires (2) and the transmission & drivetrain (1). There are no recalls for it. For comparison, the 2002 has 1.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical Lancer year, for its age
#300 most complained-about 2001 vehicle
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2001 Dodge Lancer problems
Share of all 3 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
No recalls for the 2001 Dodge Lancer
What owners say
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3 complaints about the 2001 Dodge Lancer
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
While driving 55 mph the drivers side tire tread separated from the vehicle. The tire was a bridgestone duer604 p24570/r16. *Nlm
After engaging vehicle into park it inadvertently jumped out of gear and rolled into a neighbor's fence. Dealer/manufacturer were not notified at this time. *Ak consumer feels there is a problem with the transfer case, however the dealer will not inspect it. *Jb
Dodge Lancer: every year compared
All Lancer years2001 Dodge Lancer vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 Dodge Lancer | 3 | 0 | B | |
| 2001 Dodge Ram | 1,430 | 14 | F | Compare |
| 2001 Dodge Dakota | 678 | 14 | F | Compare |
| 2001 Dodge Durango | 665 | 7 | F | Compare |
| 2001 Dodge Intrepid | 656 | 5 | D | Compare |
| 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan | 298 | 5 | C | Compare |
| 2001 Dodge Caravan | 257 | 10 | C | Compare |
| 2001 Dodge Neon | 146 | 10 | C | Compare |
| 2001 Dodge Dodge Truck | 39 | 0 | F | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2001 Dodge Lancer
Does the 2001 Dodge Lancer have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2001 Dodge Lancer right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Dodge Lancer?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the wheels & tires (2), transmission & drivetrain (1).
How many complaints has the 2001 Dodge Lancer had?
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on October 29, 2001 and the latest on July 2, 2003. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2001 Dodge Lancer a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 74 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Dodge Lancer year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Dodge Lancer years have the most complaints?
2001 (3), 2002 (1). See every Dodge Lancer year compared.
What should I do if my 2001 Dodge Lancer has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data