2001 Plymouth Prowler
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
4 recalls name the 2001 Plymouth Prowler. Newest first.
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…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Fuel restriction could result in loss of power and/or engine stall, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
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.
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…
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
Remedy
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.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
A ball joint that has separated may result in loss of directional control.
Remedy
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
Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles, pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." some of the owner's manuals for these vehicles are missing instructions that provide a step-by-step procedure, including diagrams, for properly attaching a child restraint…
Risk and remedy
Risk
In the event of a crash, the child seat may not be properly attached increasing the risk of injury to the child.
Remedy
Owners will be provided with an addendum to the owner's manuals.
Owner complaints
21 complaints2 involved a crash4 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Suspension
The ball joints are weak. Have been from the beginning. The don't last as long as with other cars and break fairly easy. It's a problem that needs to be addressed asap. I was very lucky, mine broke as I was pulling into a parking spot at a restaurant. I had just gotten off the interstate doing highway speed. *tr
- Steering
Lower right ball joint came apart
- Suspension · Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower ball joint
While driving straight at 40 mph on a smooth roadway, city street, the right,lower ball joint separated from the a-frame. The steering wheel locked. I was able to guide the vehicle to the right edge of the roadway. There was no warning.. Noise or any other indication of the failure. Just the pop…
While driving straight at 40 mph on a smooth roadway, city street, the right,lower ball joint separated from the a-frame. The steering wheel locked. I was able to guide the vehicle to the right edge of the roadway. There was no warning.. Noise or any other indication of the failure. Just the pop of the failed ball joint separating and then the right front of the car scraping on the pavement. Other vehicles in the area steered around me to avoid a collision.
- Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower ball joint
Front lower ball joint broke.
- Structure › Body › Hood › Hinge and attachments
TL* the contact owns a 2001 plymouth prowler. The contact stated that the mechanism which held the hood open failed and the hood dropped down onto his head. The failure recurred a total of five times. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer on four occasions and was repaired. The manufacturer…
TL* the contact owns a 2001 plymouth prowler. The contact stated that the mechanism which held the hood open failed and the hood dropped down onto his head. The failure recurred a total of five times. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer on four occasions and was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and offered to assist with the repair costs. The vehicle was not repaired after the fifth failure. The failure mileage was 20. updated 04/06/12*lj updated 05/31/12
- Suspension › Front
I own a 2001 chrysler prowler and on september 25, 2010 I was driving home from a car show and the right front lower ball joint failed. The lower suspension "a" arm collapsed and the wheel caved in. Just an hour earlier I was driving on the freeway and this could have resulted in a terrible…
I own a 2001 chrysler prowler and on september 25, 2010 I was driving home from a car show and the right front lower ball joint failed. The lower suspension "a" arm collapsed and the wheel caved in. Just an hour earlier I was driving on the freeway and this could have resulted in a terrible accident. This ball joint was the replacement from a re-call for all prowler ball joints. The ball joint that failed was the "new" design and I don't understand why it too failed. I had the car towed to the chrysler dealership and they replaced both lower balls joint under the previous "re-call" notification for the second time. *Tr
- Air bags › Frontal › Sensor/control module
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 plymouth prowler. the air bag indicator light illuminated and would not dim. afterwards, the check air bag indicator light illuminated. a local mechanic diagnosed the clock spring as the failure. the current and failure mileages were 10,100. *ak updated 05/04/07.*jb
- Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower ball joint
TL*- the contact said that the font spanking ball joint has a recall that has not been addressed. the contact said that he had made a right turn and accelerated to 16 mph when the ball joint failed. the contact said that he will have the car towed to a shop and that he will save all parts and the repair order.
- Suspension › Front › Shock absorber
Front shocks and hood lift supports failed (4) times
- Suspension › Front › Shock absorber
The front shocks on the 2001 prowler are leaking the vehicle only has 7,020 miles and IS less then 3 years old. *ak
- Air bags › Frontal
No crashes or injuries. Normal driving situation. This vehicle has low mileage. The failure of the "clock spring" in the steering column has caused the airbags to be disabled, and the airbag warning light IS on. The cruise control functions on the steering wheel failed also.the "clockspring"…
No crashes or injuries. Normal driving situation. This vehicle has low mileage. The failure of the "clock spring" in the steering column has caused the airbags to be disabled, and the airbag warning light IS on. The cruise control functions on the steering wheel failed also.the "clockspring" provides the electrical connection to the driver side airbag and switches in the steering wheel. *Ak the repair requires an expensive part ($150.00) plus shop labor requiring remoc\val of the driver side airbag.
- Suspension › Front › Shock absorber
This vehicle has frequent failures of the front shock absorbers.they are prone to leaking suspension fluid onto themselves and the surrounding chassis, brake ,exhaust and engine components. It IS driven normally and has few miles. There IS no decernable cause to the failure. It IS my belief that…
This vehicle has frequent failures of the front shock absorbers.they are prone to leaking suspension fluid onto themselves and the surrounding chassis, brake ,exhaust and engine components. It IS driven normally and has few miles. There IS no decernable cause to the failure. It IS my belief that the shock absorbers are either poorly made or of a defective design. They have been replaced twice, once at 2000 miles and again at 8000 miles. Thiese repairs were done under warranty.they are now leaking again at 16000 miles. *Ak
- Structure › Body › Hood › Hinge and attachments
My 2001 plymouth prowler hood fell on my left wrist without any warning causing a severe bruise that lasted several weeks. initially I thought the wrist was broken but an x-ray showed it wasn't. *nm
- Structure › Body › Hood › Hinge and attachments
2001 prowler hood shocks failure...hood slams shut with no warning. 8JB
- Structure › Body › Hood › Hinge and attachments
Working in the engine compartment with the hood open. hood strut rods release ( hold the hood open and then release suddenly) the hood without warning and the hood slams down on whatever IS in the way. hit in the head two different times causing contusions and abrasions to my head. problem…
Working in the engine compartment with the hood open. hood strut rods release ( hold the hood open and then release suddenly) the hood without warning and the hood slams down on whatever IS in the way. hit in the head two different times causing contusions and abrasions to my head. problem occurred with 200 miles on the car and dealership replaced the strut rods at 1300 miles. the new strut rods are starting to exhibit the same problem. (Dealer kept the original hood struts.) *jb
- Structure › Body › Hood › Hinge and attachments
Hood shocks do not support hood weight. I have had the hood crash down several times, but no one was hurt. Other owners of plymouth/chrysler prowlers have reported changing the hood shocks several times with no solution. Several other owners have reported being hit on the head while looking under the hood, having injured their wrists and fingers from hoods crashing down. *jb
- Structure › Body › Hood › Hinge and attachments
Hood shocks do not support hood weight. I have had the hood crash down several times, but no one was hurt. Other owners of plymouth/chrysler prowlers have reported changing the hood shocks several times with no solution. Several other owners have reported being hit on the head while looking under the hood, having injured their wrists and fingers from hoods crashing down.*ak
- Structure › Body › Hood › Hinge and attachments
Hood shocks do not support hood weight. I have had the hood crash down several times, but no one was hurt. Other owners of plymouth/chrysler prowlers have reported changing the hood shocks several times with no solution. *ak several other owners have reported being hit on the head while looking under the hood, having injured their wrists and fingers from hoods crashing down.
- Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower ball joint · Suspension › Front › Control arm › Upper ball joint
Six months ago consumer received nhtsa recall 03v034000; concerning control arm ball joints. dealer still didn't have the proper tools to fix the vehicle. *ak
- Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower arm
Consumer contacted the sales/service dealer regarding recall remedy 03v034000. The dealer advised the manufacturer did not send advance parts for remedy, and parts can only be ordered once the vehicle experienced the failure. *jb
- Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower ball joint
While driving at 55 mph, consumer states vehicle took a nose dive into the pavement and suddenly drifted to the left hitting a concrete barrier. took to dealer and dealer states the front drivers side ball joint had separated. please provide any further information. ph
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Ball joint separation
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…
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.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10229256KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehicle, use the "AC" NIC level part and submit a part warranty.
- 10221686KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehicle, use the "AC" NIC level part and submit a part warranty.
- 10220995Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. If the insulator requires replacement please order kit 68253161AA. Insulator only used on Auto-RWD transmission Note: The color of the insulator is not relevant for service.
- 10220101Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10220099Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
- 10220097Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 10191460Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
- 10175743Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
- 10175735Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary.
- 10169249Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10169247Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
- 10169245Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 1012900882212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc), and some ladco states (Illinois, Michigan, and Ohio). Mopar offers an alternative product (82213192) which is a water based product approved for sale in the aforementioned states.~ ~ Please inform the customer & your prep dept that spraying excessive amounts of the fabric protector on load floors will result in the breaking down of the adhesive (glue) that is used to create the bond between the fabric (carpet) and the load floor. This will apply to any vehicles equipped with rear load floors such as WK, WD, PM, MK, KA, KK. The carpet will appear to be loose, wrinkly, or bunch up~
- 10005587Short duration cold engine start-up ticking like sound. This bulletin applies to vehicles built prior to march 31, 2003.
- 10003524Automatic transmission diagnostic teardown procedure. Various models including the 2004 RAM truck, durango, sebring convertible, cherokee, vision, neon, and voyager.
- 10002279Engine stumble and/or misfire - malfunction indicator lamp illumination.
- 6092304Subject regarding non-deployed airbag handling procedures.
- 634272Flash programming failure recovery. *Slc
- 634082Chrome wheel care. *Slc
- 634077Subject regarding outside rearview mirror glass replacement. *Slc
- 625650Subject regarding outside rearview mirror glass replacement.
- 621942This bulletin reinforces a requirement to cease the current practice of using supplemental oil additive treatments in all daimlerchrysler engines.
- 621898Automatic transmission fluid usage ATF+4.
- 620919Information on moisture in headlamps.
- 620072Subject regarding service / diagnostic manual revisions.
- 620066Subject regarding generic scan tool (gst), publication no. 81-170-00008 provided with this technical service bulletin to provide reference information when using generic scan tool on obdii vehicles.
- 620063This bulletin reinforces a requirement to cease the current practice of using supplemental oil additive treatments in all diamler chrysler engines.
- 620059Subject regarding airbag / clock spring service for various models including 2002 model year jeep liberty.
- 619123This bulletin states that all factory installed equipment, such as a sunroof, meet the upper interior head protection requirements of fmvss 201.
- 618414Some vehicles may experience a no start condition in cold temperatures due to 5 volt regulator failure in the sbec pcm module.
- 616718Subject regarding safety systems - vehicle modifications / repair.
- 615687Subject regarding circuits effected by ignition off draw (iod) fuse.
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