MYRModel Year Report

2001 Plymouth Prowler

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2001 Plymouth Prowler
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:05:18.716Z

Only 21 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 21 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Plymouth Prowler Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2001 highlighted. 1997: 2 complaints 1997 1998: 0 complaints 1998 1999: 18 complaints 1999 2000: 17 complaints 2000 2001: 21 complaints 2001 2002: 3 complaints 2002
2001: 21 complaints
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YearComplaints
19972
19980
199918
200017
200121
20023

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 21 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STRUCTURE

7 of 21 total reports mention: structure.

INJURY
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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

NHTSA ODI report, 20050116

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.

NHTSA ODI report, 20041228

SUSPENSION

5 of 21 total reports mention: suspension.

CRASH INJURY
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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.

NHTSA ODI report, 20061218

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..

NHTSA ODI report, 20170614

FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT BROKE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20170412

SUSPENSION

3 of 21 total reports mention: suspension.

SUSPENSION

2 of 21 total reports mention: suspension.

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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.

NHTSA ODI report, 20200518

SUSPENSION

1 of 21 total reports mentions: suspension.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20001112 — child seat

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 OWNE

Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH AN ADDENDUM TO THE OWNER'S MANUALS.

Campaign 00V366000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20021126 — EA (closed 20030210)

BALL JOINT SEPARATION

R 20030404 — suspension

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 AGREE

Campaign 03V034000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20060320 — service brakes, hydraulic

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 BRAN

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 1-800-32

Campaign 06E022000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20061006 — fuel system, gasoline

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 DAIMLE

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.

Campaign 06E088000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2001 Plymouth Prowler — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for structure issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 00V366000 (child seat) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 03V034000 (suspension) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 06E022000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 06E088000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
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FAQ

Is the 2001 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 2001 Plymouth Prowler?

The most-reported component is structure:body:hood:hinge and attachments, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2001 Plymouth Prowler have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.