MYRModel Year Report

1997 Plymouth Prowler

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1997 Plymouth Prowler
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:57:52.995Z

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
2

Too few to rank

Recalls
5

Campaigns on file for 1997

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1997: 2 complaints 1997 2 1998: 0 complaints 1998 1999: 18 complaints 1999 2000: 17 complaints 2000 2001: 21 complaints 2001 2002: 3 complaints 2002
1997: 2 complaints 1997 2 1998: 0 complaints 1998 1999: 18 complaints 1999 2000: 17 complaints 2000 2001: 21 complaints 2001 2002: 3 complaints 2002
1997: 2 complaints 1997 2 1998: 0 complaints 1998 1999: 18 complaints 1999 2000: 17 complaints 2000 2001: 21 complaints 2001 2002: 3 complaints 2002

1997: 2 complaints

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YearComplaints
19972
19980
199918
200017
200121
20023

Known problem areas

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Latches/locks/linkages

1 of 2 total reports mentions: latches/locks/linkages, most commonly citing latch.

Show complaint excerpts

When driving and upon hitting a bump in the road/surface or driving on rough road surface, hood latch will become unlatched, causing the hood to fly up due to the switch which became activated.

NHTSA ODI report, 2000-04-18

Fuel system, gasoline

1 of 2 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing fuel injection system.

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Recall # 98V184000 Chrysler/fuel injection leakage; dealer does not have parts to correct recall. Parts are on back order. Owner has contacted dealer twice and Chrysler customer service department once.

NHTSA ODI report, 2000-02-09

Safety timeline

5 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1998-03-23Structure98V047000 Vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicle. Some of the frame welds that affect vehicle control and crashworthiness were omitted in six zones in the frame.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect these vehicles for the presence of the critical welds. Any vehicles missing welds will be corrected by teams of welders in the field.

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  2. I
    1998-10-07Recall queryClosed 2002-07-08 Fuel injection delivery system fuel leak
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    1999-01-11Fuel system, gasoline98V184000 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles built with 3.5L engines. The fuel injection delivery system can leak fuel from some of the sealing o-rings or from hair line cracks in the thermoset fuel…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel rail o-rings and reinforce the outlet (Passenger) side fuel rail. Vehicles showing fuel leakage on the outlet fuel rail must have the outlet rail replaced which…

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  4. I
    2002-11-26Engineering analysisClosed 2003-02-10 Ball joint separation
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    2003-04-04Suspension03V034000 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.

    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…

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    2006-03-20Service brakes, hydraulic06E022000 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…

    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…

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    2006-10-06Fuel system, gasoline06E088000 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…

    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.

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Buy-smart checklist

1997 Plymouth Prowler — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Latches/locks/linkages: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, gasoline: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 98V047000 · Structure
  • Recall 98V184000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 03V034000 · Suspension
  • Recall 06E022000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 06E088000 · Fuel system, gasoline
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FAQ

Is the 1997 Plymouth Prowler reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Plymouth Prowler?
The most-reported component is latches/locks/linkages, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1997 Plymouth Prowler have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-08-10 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.