Plymouth Prowler 1999

• Recall 37161 [USA]: Fuel restriction could result in loss of power and/or engine stall, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
  Certain tigas fuel pump modules manufactured between june 1 and september 24, 2006, sold under various brand names and p/nos. These fuel pump modules are sold as aftermarket for use in certain daimlerchrysler vehicles listed above. Silicone material used in manufacture of the flapper valve was out-of-specification, leading to excess swell of the flapper valve restricting the flow of fuel to the fuel pump module.
  ti automotive will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pump modules free of charge. The recall began on october 6, 2006. Owners may contact ti automotive toll-free at 1-877-461-1834.
  this recall only pertains to aftermarket fuel pump modules and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles by daimlerchrysler.Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov.

• Recall 59353 [USA]: Loss of brake fluid can lead to a decrease in brake line pressure and an increase in stopping distance, which can result in a vehicle crash.
  Certain aftermarket brake hydraulic master cylinders sold as replacement brake cylinders for certain ford, daimlerchrysler, and jeep passenger vehicles. These brake cylinders were sold under the brand names of napa, raybestos, aimco, ac delco, carquest, bendix, and wagner. Only products that were manufactured from july 27, 2005 through january 17, 2006 (date codes 0529 through 0602) are subject to this recall. When subject to very cold temperatures, an internal seal in the master cylinder could lose flexibility and may cause brake fluid to leak.
  affinia (brake parts, inc.) will replace the subject brake hydraulic master cylinders free of charge. The recall began on march 20, 2006. Owners can contact affina group customer service at 1-800-323-0354.
  this recall only pertains to aftermarket napa, raybestos, ac delco, aimco, carquest, and bendix brake hydraulic master cylinders and has no relation to any original equipment installed on daimlerchrysler or ford vehicles.Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov.

• Recall 57530 [USA]: A ball joint that has separated may result in loss of directional control.
  On certain passenger vehicles, the lower control arm ball joints may experience a loss of lubrication that can result in accelerated wear and possible separation from the steering knuckle.
  dealers will replace the front lower control arm ball joints with modified assemblies. Owner notification began on april 4, 2003. 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 daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403 or check on-line at http://www.Chrysler.Com/webselfservice/chrysler/index.Jsp
  daimlerchrysler recall no.C03. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

• Recall 8165 [USA]: Some of these frames could fracture under vehicle operating conditions, resulting in loss of vehicle handling or vehicle control.
  Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Some aluminum castings used in the manufacture of the vehicle frame may have missed the required heat treatment operation resulting in soft frame castings.
  dealers will replace these vehicles.
  daimlerchrysler recall no. 855. Owner notification began january 20, 2000. 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 daimlerchrysler at 1-800-992-1997. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

• Recall 9836 [USA]: The brake indicator lamp circuit does not contain the required ground circuit to illuminate the lamp in the event of a brake system hydraulic malfunction.
  Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The brake system on these vehicles does not comply with fmvss no. 105, "hydraulic brake systems."
  dealers will attach a wiring jumper to the brake system pressure differential switch.
  daimlerchrysler recall no. 844. Owner notification began october 1, 1999.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 daimlerchrysler at 1-800-992-1997. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

• Recall 12046 [USA]: If the bulbs fall out, the display may be difficult to read.
  Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The back light bulbs for the liquid crystal display for the gear shift position (prndl) and the odometer were not properly installed.
  dealers will replace the instrument cluster assembly with clusters that have bulbs that have been properly twist-locked in place.
  owner notification began june 8, 1998.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 1-800-992-1997.Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

• Recall 2003031 [Canada]: Steering
  On certain vehicles, the front lower control arm ball joints could experience a loss of lubrication, which could eventually allow the knuckle to separate from the lower control arm while the vehicle is in operation. A ball joint separation could possibly result in a loss of directional control. Correction: dealer will replace both front lower control arm ball joints.

• Recall 1999036 [Canada]: Emissions
  Certain vehicles do not comply with the requirements of cmvss 1101 - emission device. Vehicles may have been built with a vehicle emission control information (veci) label that has an inaccurate evaporative hose routing. Correction: a correct veci along with installation instructions will be mailed to involved vehicle owners. Dealers will be instructed to assist owners needing help with label installation.

• Recall 1999171 [Canada]: Brakes
  Certain vehicles do not comply with the requirements of cmvss 105 - hydraulic brake systems. The brake system indicator lamp circuit does not contain the required ground circuit to illuminate the lamp in the event of a brake system hydraulic malfunction. Correction: a wiring jumper will be attached to the brake system pressure differential switch.

• Recall 1999228 [Canada]: Structure
  On certain vehicles, aluminum castings used in the manufacture of the vehicle frame may have missed the required heat treatment operation resulting in soft frame castings. Soft frame castings may fracture under expected vehicle operation conditions. If a casting were to fracture, it could compromise vehicle handling or result in a loss of vehicle control and a possible crash without prior warning. Correction: vehicles will be inspected for soft sub-component frame castings. Owners of vehicles found to have soft frame sub-components will be offered a replacement vehicle.

• Recall 1998112 [Canada]: Lights and instruments
  The back light bulbs for the liquid crystal display which indicates gear shift position (prndl) and the odometer may not have been properly installed. If the bulbs fall out, the display may be difficult to read. Correction: the instrument cluster assembly will be replaced with a cluster that has bulbs that have been properly twist locked in place.

To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.

Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.

• Ball joint separation investigation as of 20021126

  Odi has received complaints that the subject vehicles have had one or both of their lower ball joints separate and cause the front of the vehicle to drop to the ground.Daimler chrysler¿s assessment of the ball joint failures is that the joint failure may be precipitated by the loss of joint lubrication.The loss of lubrication could result in accelerated wear and possible joint separation. Daimler chrysler believes that the loss of joint lubrication is the result of leaks or tears in the rubber boot that protects the ball joint.These leaks or tears could be caused by contact with other internal parts of the ball joint or torsional loading that twists the boot.By letter dated february 4, 2003, the manufacturer advised this agency of its decision to initiate a safety recall campaign for all of the 11,698 subject vehicles built from january, 1997 to march, 2001 to correct the defect identified in this ea (copy attached).The action is identified by nhtsa as recall no. 03v-034.
  

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Common OBD Error codes specific to this vehicle.

• P0442 [1] Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (small leak)
• P0455 [1] Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (gross leak)
• P0456 [1] Evaporative Emissions System Small Leak Detected
• P1494 [1] EGRCHK Solenoid Circuit Malfunction

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 plymouth prowler. While driving the vehicle, the front axle detached. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 54,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 plymouth prowler. While the vehicle was being serviced for regular maintenance, the mechanic noticed that the front lower ball joints were fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired a few years back for the same failure under a manufacturer recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 72,000.

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 plymouth prowler. The contact stated that the vehicle loss power and stalled with no warning several times. The contact mentioned that force had to be applied to the brake pedal each time the failure occurred before it would restart. The vehicle was to be towed to an authorized dealer for further inspection and diagnosis. The contact was not included in nhtsa campaign id number: 06e088000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 40,500.

My car has a leaking transmission, and could burn up the system if not fixed

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 plymouth prowler. The vehicle was repaired under recall 03v034000 suspension, front control arm, lower arm in 2003. On december 31, 2009 while he was driving on the highway at approximately 65 mph and entering an exit the lower control failed. He took the vehicle to the dealer who stated that he would be responsible for the repair cost. The vehicle is inoperable. The vin was not available. The current and failure mileages were 30,000.

This car is like new with only 5000 mi on it but for some reason the electric window on the passenger side is out and does not work--car has been garaged its whole life so it is a definite defect from chrysler corp--- i have heard some electric window regulators made by chrysler cause fires

Factory installed hood struts colapse and do not suppoort the weight of the hood. *ak

1999 plymouth prowler hood supports will not hold up hood. Hood may fall injuring head, fingers and or hands.*ak

Autostick mode is constantly being disabled reverting to automatic mode causing erratic shifting and sudden burst of acceleration and difficulties controlling speed of vehicle. Previously happened on a long hot drive in traffic, according to the owner's manual the system detected power train overheating. Now the car shifts gears at will overriding driver control. There's definitely something defective with the autostick controls. *nlm

The consumer was informed no parts were available regarding the recall for the lower control arm. *jb

Consumer states that when vehicle gets to 50 mph, they start losing power and have to slam on the gas pedal for vehicle to accelerate. Mr

1st. Thing i noticed a couple of months ago was the steering of the car was getting harder and harder to control, and i was hearing cracking and popping noises comming from the front end but i nor anyone else who also heard the noises could tell just where they were comming from , and i own a car lift but evan after many many inspections i could never see anything wrong or out of place , i was told that my steering rack was making a lot of noise so i had and alinement done and was told that i did have ( something wrong ) but they did not no what it was either , so after discussing this with my dealer on 8-7-02 and making an appointment for a new steering rack to be installed on 8-19 -02 , but on 8-8-02 at 7:50 am and driving over a bridge on north 14th. Street the left lower ball joint came appart and let the left front wheel and tire assy. Fly off but still attatched from the upper ball joint and brake line but bouncing vilently against the ground and body untill i could quit sliding down the bridge and stear the car around the corner and off of the main street , i called my dealer and later requested that the stresses upper ball joint be replace as well as the right lower ball joint but was told they would not do that , i am very worried that what happened on the left side will soon happen on the right side and i dont want to go through this again , i was only going 35 mph and driving in town but what would happen on the interstate at 75 mph , i now think of it as a ticking time bomb ready to go off at any time and the driving experiance wont be the same anymore .*ak

Left lower ball joint snapped, and could have caused an accident. Cause unknown. Dealer notified. *ak

Hood shocks do not support hood weight. The hood crashes down and i need to put a support pole there to hold it up. Replacing the shocks does not help--it only happens again. Many other prowler owners are experiencing the same thing. *nm

While driving 2 mph and without warning, the lower right ball joint broke causing the right wheel to fall off, no accident occurred. *ak *jg

The dealership was unable to perform the lower control arm ball joint recall 03v-034000,the brake system lamp recall 99v-245000, the frame strength recall 99v-313000, and the gear shift position lighting recall 98v-104000 because the parts haven't been available. This has been going on for over 3 years. *la

While driving the vehicle with the convertible top down the exhaust fumes enter the vehicle, consumer must use the heater fan to illiminate fumes entering vehicle, dealer claims there is no problem. *mjs