2002 PLYMOUTH PROWLER
3 recalls, 4 complaints - 32 TSBs
06E088000 Oct 23, 2006
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect Description
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 DAIMLERCHRYSLER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SILICONE MATERIAL USED IN MANUFACTURE OF THE FLAPPER VALVE WAS OUT... Read more
Consequence
FUEL RESTRICTION COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF POWER AND/OR ENGINE STALL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
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.
06E022000 Mar 13, 2006
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Defect Description
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 BRAND NAMES OF NAPA, RAYBESTOS, AIMCO, AC DELCO, CARQUEST, BENDIX, AND WAGNER. ONLY PRODUCTS THAT WERE ... Read more
Consequence
LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID CAN LEAD TO A DECREASE IN BRAKE LINE PRESSURE AND AN INCREASE IN STOPPING DISTANCE, WHICH CAN RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
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 1-800-323-0354.
03V034000 Feb 5, 2003
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
A BALL JOINT THAT HAS SEPARATED MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF DIRECTIONAL CONTROL.
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 AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT DAIML... Read more
Complaint Statistics
4 total complaints
2 crashes 1 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
| STEERING | 1 |
| SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM | 1 |
| SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT | 1 |
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
May 29, 2018
Incident date: May 24, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 PLYMOUTH PROWLER. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING PULLED OUT OF THE GARAGE, THE BALL JOINT DETACHED FROM THE LOWER PASSENGER SIDE CONTROL ARM. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO FIRST CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM (280 EAST WASHINGTON ST ROUTE ONE, NORTH... Read more
STEERING
Oct 8, 2012
Incident date: Oct 7, 2012
THE ORIGINAL CASE NHTSA CAMPING ID NUMBER 03V034000 HAS NOT BEEN COMPLETELY RESOLVE THE CAR'S CONTINUES TO LOOSE CONTROL BY THE LOWER CONTROL ARM JOINTS SEPARATE AND THE COMPLETE WHEEL SEPARATE FROM THE CAR CAUSING THE COMPLETE LOSS OF CONTROL AND CRASH OF THE CAR. IS THE ORIGINAL PROBLEM AG... Read more
Crash
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
Oct 8, 2012
Incident date: Oct 7, 2012
THE ORIGINAL CASE NHTSA CAMPING ID NUMBER 03V034000 HAS NOT BEEN COMPLETELY RESOLVE THE CAR'S CONTINUES TO LOOSE CONTROL BY THE LOWER CONTROL ARM JOINTS SEPARATE AND THE COMPLETE WHEEL SEPARATE FROM THE CAR CAUSING THE COMPLETE LOSS OF CONTROL AND CRASH OF THE CAR. IS THE ORIGINAL PROBLEM AG... Read more
Crash
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jul 15, 2005
Incident date: Jul 9, 2005
THE VEHICLE'S HOOD SHOCKS DO NOT SUPPORT THE HOOD'S WEIGHT. I HAVE HAD THE HOOD CRASH DOWN SEVERAL TIMES, INCLUDING ONCE ON MY HAND CAUSING INJURY. OTHER OWNERS OF PLYMOUTH/CHRYSLER PROWLERS HAVE REPORTED CHANGING THE HOOD SHOCKS SEVERAL TIMES WITH NO SOLUTION. SEVERAL OWNERS HAVE ALSO REPORTED BEIN... Read more
1 injured
Technical Service Bulletins, 2002 PLYMOUTH PROWLER
32 manufacturer communications from 26 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 7 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 7 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| 116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER | 2 |
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 2 |
| 135200 VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR | 2 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 2 |
9004275
Jul 22, 2020
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehi
9004275
Jul 22, 2020
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehi
23-015-20
Apr 30, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
23-015-20
Apr 30, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
08-049-20
Apr 22, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are nece
08-049-20
Apr 22, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are nece
31-003-19
Nov 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
3100319
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
3100519
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
3100619
Nov 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
3100619
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
31-005-19
Nov 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
31-005-19
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
31-006-19
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
R2118796A
Feb 26, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
9002849
Sep 3, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. If the insulator requires replacemen
9002849
Sep 3, 2014
160000 STRUCTURE
Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. If the insulator requires replacemen
9002519
Mar 20, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
82212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc
2100903
Oct 2, 2005
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TEARDOWN PROCEDURE. VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING THE 2004 RAM TRUCK, DURANGO, SEBRING CONVERTIBLE, CHEROKEE, VISION, NEON, AND VOYAGER. *TT *SC
0900204
Jan 27, 2004
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
SHORT DURATION COLD ENGINE START-UP TICKING LIKE SOUND. THIS BULLETIN APPLIES TO VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO MARCH 31, 2003. *MN
0900203
Mar 14, 2003
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ENGINE STUMBLE AND/OR MISFIRE - MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATION. *TT
1802002
Jun 24, 2002
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
FLASH PROGRAMMING FAILURE RECOVERY. *SLC
2302202
May 27, 2002
162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A CONVERTIBLE TOP PLASTIC SECONDARY LATCH CATCH THAT MAY BE DAMAGED. *SLC
2301502
Apr 1, 2002
135200 VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR
SUBJECT REGARDING OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR GLASS REPLACEMENT. *SLC
2200102
Mar 11, 2002
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
CHROME WHEEL CARE. *SLC
2302701
Sep 21, 2001
135200 VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR
SUBJECT REGARDING OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR GLASS REPLACEMENT. *TT
0801701
Sep 21, 2001
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SUBJECT REGARDING SAFETY SYSTEMS - VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS / REPAIR. *TT
0801601
Aug 3, 2001
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
INFORMATION REGARDING VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH RADIOS WILL HAVE A NEW LOCKING RADIO ANTENNA CONNECTOR. *SLC
0801501
Jul 6, 2001
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
INFORMATION ON MOISTURE IN HEADLAMPS. *TT
0801001
May 25, 2001
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SUBJECT REGARDING AIRBAG / CLOCK SPRING SERVICE FOR VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2002 MODEL YEAR JEEP LIBERTY. *TT
1801201
May 25, 2001
350000 EQUIPMENT
SUBJECT REGARDING GENERIC SCAN TOOL (GST), PUBLICATION NO. 81-170-00008 PROVIDED WITH THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TO PROVIDE REFERENCE INFORMATION WHEN USING GENERIC SCAN TOOL ON OBDII VEHICLES. *TT
2100601
Mar 16, 2001
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE ATF+4. *TT *MJ
NHTSA Safety Investigations, PLYMOUTH PROWLER
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
EA02033
Opened: Nov 26, 2002 , Closed: Feb 10, 2003
BALL JOINT SEPARATION
ODI HAS RECEIVED COMPLAINTS THAT THE SUBJECT VEHICLES HAVE HAD ONE OR BOTH OF THEIR LOWER BALL JOINTS SEPARATE AND CAUSE THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE TO DROP TO THE GROUND.DAIMLER CHRYSLER?S ASSESSMENT OF THE BALL JOINT FAILURES IS THAT THE JOINT FAILURE MAY BE PRECIPITATED BY THE LOSS OF JOINT LUBRICAT... Read more
PE02062
Opened: Aug 13, 2002 , Closed: Nov 26, 2002
BALL JOINT
PLYMOUTH PROWLER - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the PLYMOUTH PROWLER across all model years (1997, 2002).
24
Total Recalls
69
Total Complaints
2
Investigations
5
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths