1999 Plymouth Prowler
Only 18 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 18 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 18
- Recalls
- 6
- Investigations
- 2
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1999
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1999: 18 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 2 |
| 1998 | 0 |
| 1999 | 18 |
| 2000 | 17 |
| 2001 | 21 |
| 2002 | 3 |
Known problem areas
Only 18 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Suspension
9 of 18 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing lower ball joint and lower arm.
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I purchased my 1999 Plymouth Prowler in August of 2022. I was told that it has a recall on the front suspension lower ball joints that was issued on 03/28/2003.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-07-16
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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-11-08
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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-12-11
Structure
3 of 18 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing hinge and attachments and frame and members.
Power train
3 of 18 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing control module (tcm/pcm/tecm) and automatic transmission.
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My car has a leaking transmission, and could burn up the system if not fixed
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-10-22
Autostick mode is constantly being disabled reverting to automatic mode causing erratic shifting and sudden burst of acceleration and difficulties controlling speed of vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-06-03
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
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-10-09
Steering
1 of 18 total reports mentions: steering, most commonly citing rack.
Latches/locks/linkages
1 of 18 total reports mentions: latches/locks/linkages, most commonly citing lock.
Safety timeline
6 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first
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1998-06-08Interior lighting98V104000 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.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the instrument cluster assembly with clusters that have bulbs that have been properly twist-locked in place.
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1999-10-01Interior lighting99V245000 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The brake system on these vehicles does not comply with FMVSS No. 105, "Hydraulic brake systems."
Remedy: Dealers will attach a wiring jumper to the brake system pressure differential switch.
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2000-01-20Structure99V313000 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.
Remedy: Dealers will replace these vehicles.
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2002-08-13Preliminary evaluationClosed 2002-11-26 Ball joint
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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.
Buy-smart checklist
1999 Plymouth Prowler — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Suspension: 9 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 98V104000 · Interior lighting
- Recall 99V245000 · Interior lighting
- Recall 99V313000 · Structure
- Recall 03V034000 · Suspension
- Recall 06E022000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 06E088000 · Fuel system, gasoline
FAQ
- Is the 1999 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 1999 Plymouth Prowler?
- The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1999 Plymouth Prowler have?
- 6 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.