Recalls

CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - LEVER AND LINKAGE - FLOOR SHIFT
04V021000DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATIONfrom 04/01/1992 to 07/31/1999V (Vehicle)231576806/14/2004ODICHRYSLER GROUP LLC01/13/200401/15/2004
Defect SummaryOn certain passenger vehicles, the floor shifter ignition-park interlock may fail and allow the shifter to be moved out of the park position with the key removed. an inoperative interlock may also allow the key to be removed when the shifter has not been placed in the park position.
Consequence SummaryEither circumstance may result in the vehicle rolling away without warning.
Corrective SummaryDealers will install a new load-limiting push rod into the floor shifter lever of the affected vehicles. owner notification began on june 14, 2004. owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
NotesDaimlerchrysler recall no. c45.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - PARK/NEUTRAL START SWITCH
98V183000CHRYSLER CORPORATIONfrom 07/25/1994 to 01/21/1998V (Vehicle)68500010/26/1998ODICHRYSLER GROUP LLC08/06/199808/17/1998
Defect SummaryVehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. the adjustment of the cable connecting the console shifter mechanism to the ignition key can cause a trapped key condition which can result in a low force required to depress the shift button. a combination of applying a mis-adjusted release button with a low force attempt to shift out of park with the key in the locked position, can break the connecting pin in the shifter.
Consequence SummaryIf this happens, the ignition-park interlock system will be nonfunctional.
Corrective SummaryDealers will inspect for proper operation of the system. any vehicles that are not functional after the inspection will have the shift mechanism and cable replaced with a self-adjusting design.
NotesOwner notification began october 26, 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).

Bulletins

BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
210060103/16/2001211699621898Automatic transmission fluid usage atf+4. *tt *mj10/03/2001
21059703/14/19976088988Concerns with 41te/42le transaxle shudder during an emcc (electronically modulated converter clutch) shift. *nlm01/11/2000
210599A09/03/1999210599607959This bulletin announces the availability and installation of a resuable automatic transmission oil pan gasket. *tt10/19/1999
21059903/05/1999604696Subject regarding reusable automatic transmission oil pan gasket. *tt05/07/1999
21049902/26/1999604364Service and parts information on 1999 running changes to transmission range sensor (trs) *tt04/27/1999
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)
7921/2204/01/1999604985Federal and california emissions recall on reprogramming the powertrain control module. *tt05/21/1999
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - COOLING UNIT AND LINES
21149712/12/19976089036Concerns with transmission fluid auxiliary cooler. *nlm01/12/2000
POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY
21029806/26/1998601581Information on diagnostic / driveability improvements, transaxle that incorporates a transmission range sensor (trs) only. reduces a shudder condition that may be experienced during light throttle 1-2 upshift. *ak08/12/1998
21079804/24/1998600751Subject on delayed transaxle engagement. *ak06/05/1998
POWER TRAIN - MANUAL TRANSMISSION
21099705/16/19976089028Information on 41te/42le service information. *nlm01/12/2000
97031421059703/14/199754371Condition with tranaxle shudder during a 3rd gear to 3rd gear partial emcc ( electronically modulated converter clutch) engagement, 3rd gear partial emcc to 4th gear partial emcc engagement, or 4th gear to 4th gear emcc engagement. *yc03/30/1998
9870010/01/199754228Vehicles equipped with a manual transmission. *yc03/30/1998

Investigations

NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
EA03011CHRYSLER GROUP LLC07/17/200301/30/2004AUTO TRANS IGNITION-PARK INTERLOCK04V021000
 The manufacturer reports above are based on daimlerchrysler
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - LEVER AND LINKAGE - FLOOR SHIFT
EA03011CHRYSLER GROUP LLC07/17/200301/30/2004AUTO TRANS IGNITION-PARK INTERLOCK04V021000
 The manufacturer reports above are based on daimlerchrysler

Consumer Complaints

Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
04/01/2005111/01/2004
 Recall notice regarding the transaxle floor shifter ignition interlock system on the 1996 plymouth breeze.*mr the vehicle was taken tot he dealer but the refused to repair the vehicle under the r recall due to vin. *nm
09/13/20041470001
 After taking the vehicle in to the dealer on a recall for the park interlock the dealer charged the consumer for performing the repairs. *ak
04/10/19995400019
 I purchased my 1996 plymouth breeze in april of 1998 with 33,000 miles on it and it currently has 115,000 miles on it. the initial signs of problems begin at 50,000 miles with an oil leak no one could seem to fix (not even the dealership). within a span of 82, 000 miles: i have had to replace the head gasket twice at 54,000 and 113,000 ($1000), i have had two major tune-ups at 60,000 and 92,000 miles ($500), i have had all sensors replaced at 101,000 miles ($1500), i have had three major brake jobs within 18 months ($1800), i had to replace the radiator ($250), i had to have the catalytic converter replaced at 75,000 miles ($350), i had to have a new transmission at 95,000 miles ($1500), ive had numerous repairs based on the readouts from the computer ($600+), replaced the oil pan gasket but it still leaks ($150) the window seals leak when it rains (never tried to fix) (this car sat in my driveway almost all of 2002 because i could not afford the repairs) after all of my futile attempts to keep my transportation operable, its currently sitting in my driveway with the following problems: it cuts off while driving, the engine revs up and down when idle, there is a severe oil leak that no one can seem to fix, the engine light stays on no matter what repairs are done, the factory radio, the speedometer, and the mileage gauge, no longer work. there is absolutely no pickup when driving up hills, when you turn the ac on there is an unbearable horrible rattling noise and the car loses an obscene amount of power and feels as though its going to cut off, theres a scowling noise when you turn the steering wheel left to right it takes 15 minutes in order for the heater to blow out warm air. and i still owe $6,000 on this vehicle. *jb
06/25/2002
 At 65mph and and with no warning transmission will kick out of gear and will go to 2nd gear. this could cause an accident. cause unknown. dealer notified.*ak
302/01/2096
 I'm so disappointed in this car. i bought it new in 1996, and it's been constant problems since i did. the first time the head gasket went out, the car was still under warranty, but has gone out twice since then. i've spent so much money on repairs, that i could have bought a whole new car if you add it all up. the brakes are always squeeking and wearing out quickly. whenever one thing goes wrong, it's quickly followed by several other problems. my transmission had a massive leak last year (2001) that took the dealer two times to fix. but now it's leaking again. i went and bought a new kia two days ago--but i'm reluctant to try and sell this lemon to anybody. it has no trade in value whatsoever. now that i'm aware of the major head gasket problems, i wonder if there's any sort of class action lawsuit against the makers of plymouth? i want my money back!!!*ak
10/26/2001410/01/1999
 No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak
10/20/2000205/01/1997
 Alot of these problems seem to be persistent with the plymouth,dodge, and chrysler. this should be dealt with and resolved to gratify the consumer. no safety defect listed. *ak
12/01/1999
 Able to shift through gears while driving or parked without applying brake.*ak
08/23/2000
 When shifting from park to drive transmission stuck in 2nd gear and would not shift into drive or lower gear. dealership stated that this was a common problem with this vehicle, and that transmission would need to be replaced. please provide any further information.*ak
12/10/1999108/01/1996
 After an oil leak was detected, was told the engine head gasket/motor mount support, and transmission needed replacement. *ak
09/15/199910/01/1997
 Transmission started having a loud rattle when checked out car is leaking transmission fluid and will need to have transmission replaced. i do not feel that the transmission should go out in 59,000 miles. i also feel that the dealer should have found that the car was leaking transmission fluid in the 2 times that i had the vehicle in, this was very obvious problem if they had checked it out properly.
05/01/1996
 Vehicle lunges/surges at idle. acts like it doesn;t go out of gear. must press firmly on brake to keep vehicle from lunging ahead. very rough idle. shakes steering wheel violently. must place transmission in neutral at stop to control vehicle. when shifted to neutral engine races momentarily and then slows down. vehicle is hard to control when stopped, performance unpredictible, unreliable and dangerous to other persons and vehicles.
12/02/199802/02/1996
 Transmission/torque converter and differential failed.
11/15/1998102/01/1996
 On november 15th, 1998, my husband was driving our plymouth breeze on his way to work. while driving he heard several terrible, loud noises coming from under the hood and immediately loss power. the vehicle was towed to aamco transmittions. aamco transmittions found the problem to be, the differental pin worked its way out of place, catching itself on metal. the differential pin split into three pieces (aamco believes). the differential pin made several 3 inch holes in the casing of the transmission. the transmission was contaminated and destroyed. the solution, to replace the complete transmission. the plymouth breeze in this report has not ever been serviced for problems other than recalls. we believe the damage started to begin while the car was still in its warranty life. we have spoken to two chrysler engineers, two transmission specialists, and three chrylser dealership employees. their opinion is the same. they all believe that it takes time for this type of failure to occur. and not one of the specialists have ever seen this problem with a car less than 100,000 miles driven! we have contacted chrylser for a refund of the total cost of the replacement of our plymouth breeze's new transmittion.
09/01/1998
 When applying the brakes there is a noise which indicates more wear and tear on the braking system. dealer said they fixed the problem. problem still exists. also, steering wheel becomes stiff and hard. occupant cannot control the vehicle. in addition, problems with transmission, when the occupant accelerates the vehicle does not perform as it should. causes unknown. please provide details. *ak
07/07/19973
 Gear sticks between park and reverse when shifting to park, causing vehicle to roll backwards. dealer has acknowledged there is indeed a problem. *ak
05/01/1997403/25/1996
 Transmission failed.
06/01/1996
 Transmission lockups in drive and reverse gears. *ak
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - COOLING UNIT AND LINES
06/10/1999108/01/1998
 I purchased a used car, and sometimes you need to fix minor things if the car is old, but this car is a 1996. almost still new and i just don't understand how the transmission could bad this soon. when i bought the car it was leaking oil so i figured it was just something simple. i took the car into jim earp chrysler-plymouth on 55th and l street they told me i needed to replace my headgaskets, and brakes.i did. they car was still leaking so i took it back in on 6/10/99 but they could't look at it. i went to another dealer they told me my transmission is probaly cracked. i do have another friend who bought his car brand new and the same problem, headgaskets went bad, his engine cracked, and now his car is in the shop for bad transmission. my car makes more noise now and it didn't before. i don't know how many others have this problem but i know 2 people and myself are experiencing the same problems with the plymouth breeze. *ak
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - LEVER AND LINKAGE - FLOOR SHIFT
03/01/20051
 Problems getting repair work completed on 1996 plymouth breeze.*mr when the consumer returned to pick up his vehicle, he was told no work had been performed because there was a special part that needed to ordered. the dealer still has not contacted the consumer. the problem was a recall repair on the shift inter-lock. recall#04v021000. *jb
09/01/20031
 While parked on a slight incline with no keys in the ignition, the gear shift of the floor console was able to be moved. the vehicle rolled and hit a house. the vehicle had a child inside at the time that sustained minor head injuries. the owner received a recall notice one year later. nhtsa recall campaign 04v021000; floor shift console. please provide details. *jb *tc
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - PARK/NEUTRAL START SWITCH
09/28/1997106/11/1997
 The ignition/park shift interlock system (recall component #98v183000) failed prior to notice causing vehicle collision and damage. (attorney for consumer).
12/23/19981
 Vehicle brought in for recall repair inspection of the ignition/park shift interlock system, however dealership broke part intentionally.
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 Consumer stated that the remedy did not correct the problem. recall number 98v183000. *ak the dealer said that the faulty component functioned as designed. however, the recall notice said that when the transmission came out of park with the key removed, which it does, or if the key came out of the ignition switch without being turned to the off position, which it does, the ignition interlock cable was defective and needed to be replaced. *yd
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - TORQUE CONVERTER
12/02/199802/02/1996
 Transmission/torque converter and differential failed.
POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
12/02/199802/02/1996
 Transmission/torque converter and differential failed.
POWER TRAIN - MANUAL TRANSMISSION
04/20/1996203/26/1996
 Abs light stays on at all times. brake pedal is very hard when applied. on july 26 the front rotors were replaced. also noise and vibration was experienced when brakes were applied.*ak vehicle also pulls when braking, on one occasion front rotors were overheated, dealer stated this was due to an abs problem, consumer found there was a recall on the master cylinder 96v075, there was also a recall on the abs 96v074. transmission made a grinding noise and while at a complete stop, vehicle's gears shifted on their own. steering wheel squeaks when making turns. *slc

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