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)
18129906/18/1999181797607298This bulletin explains the operation and application of the leak detection pump (ldp) monitor test. *tt09/17/1999
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

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
06/12/20089100001
 My automatic transmission shifter easily pops out of drive .there is no lock to hold it in drive. not sure if it was made this way ????? you can hit if forward and it could go in to reverse im sure. *tr
05/08/200360000110/16/1998
 Good evening, i wanted to obtain more information about the class action suit against chrysler. i have a 97 plymouth breeze that has had a head and a transmission replaced at 2 separate times. the head was replaced because of head gasket and the transmission after if overheated on highway use (5, 2003), got stuck 200+ miles away from home. finally i sent my last payment last month but to my surprise my transmission is acting up again and the only services i get from the shop is for my to drive to them (200 miles away). other issues brakes do not last and suspension is on the fritz.. thank you daniel rodriguez rbdaniel@bellsouth.net miami, fl *la
03/14/200340000107/20/2001
 I noticed a whining noise coming from the front end of my 1997 plymouth breeze from a minimum speed of 25 mph and more. the vehicle experienced a noise in the automatic transmission when shifting into reverse and drive. my breeze only has 40,000 miles on it. i took it to a local transmission shop for further diagnosis and they found that a retaining snap ring had broken loose and caused damage to the transmission (metal contamination, etc.). the cost to remove and reinstall the transmission, diagnosis, replacing the torque converter, and replacing the clutch discs and fluid will cost me about $2100. is this a normal thing to happen on a vehicle with only 40,000 miles? is there any other noted complaints or recalls that would help rectify this happening to other consumers? i believe chrysler should stand behind their products and now they offer a 7 yr/70,000 mile power train warranty, but this doesn't help me as that did not exist back on the 1997 model year. i believe i caught this problem early, but could have caused a lot more damage or even a crash, etc.*jb
04/16/2001707/01/2000
 While driving automatic transmission would slip intermittently before engaging. dealer notified and informed consumer that it was the characteristic of that vehicle and that there were no corrections for problem. *ak dealer finally corrected problem by replacinhg the manual valve sensor and cleaning the sticking valves, consumer is satisfied with repairs. *slc
01/07/20011
 Transmission prematurely failed at 45,000 miles while driving which could have caused a crash. consumer was having transmission completely replaced at own cost. *ak consumer wants to be reimbursed cost of transmission replacement. *yh
08/15/2000301/16/1997
 Ongoing problem with tie rod and ball joint failures. dealer had replaced both tie rod and ball joint three times each, and problem appeared to be reoccurring. dealership denied recall 97v201 stating that all parts were okay, the initial problem was an ongoing front end noise and vibration. seeking help from nhtsa in this matter. vehicle also experiencing an oil leaking problem, the head gasket has been replaced 4 times. a chipped drive chain caused motor vibration. *ak *slc
06/03/20000
 While driving on freeway at about 60mph, vehicle decelerated to 20 mph. consumer felt it was a transmission problem. also, engine check light came on.
03/15/2000501/01/1998
 We hav ehad numerous problems with our vehicle. we have had starters, transmission modules, fuel pumps, head gaskets, and a leak detection pump replaced so far. all chrysler can say about this is that your out of luck. the dealership threatened to use force to beat me up (pat terhar teh gm at the dealership) all i want is chrysler to take responsibility for the number of problems i have had, instead they keep changing me hundreds of dollars for repairs. my understanding is that there are numerous cars with similar problems as i have had. please investigate. i am running out of steam. thanks!)( dot number: )
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - COOLING UNIT AND LINES
03/02/19984
 Transmission cooling line bottle keeps bubbling for no reason. took to dealership & the mechanic informed the owner that it was a vaccum line & needed to be replaced. would also have to order a piece for the vaccum line. *ak
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - PARK/NEUTRAL START SWITCH
07/01/1998
 Complaint of not being notified of the recall alert for the power train:transmission:automatic:interlock system. the nhtsa campaign number:98v183000. i was made aware of the recall when i was on the inernet. looking for the blue book value for resale. please tell me what i should do now. i have noticesd the sliggishness of the car. thank you.*ak
POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY
06/07/2005165000101/24/2005
 Dt: caller received a recall letter concerning trans axle floor shifter ignition/ park interlock. she took vehicle to dealer, and they claimed they fixed it, but they did not give her an invoice. once she put super glue on the shifter, and after they fixed it, she noticed that the place where she glued it was still there. manufacturer had not been contacted yet.*ak

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