2001 Plymouth Prowler problems
The Plymouth Prowler, later the Chrysler Prowler, is a retro-styled production sports car manufactured and marketed from 1997 to 2002 by DaimlerChrysler, based on the 1993 concept car of the same name.
The Prowler was offered in a single generation in a front-engine, rear-drive, rear-transmission configuration—with an overall production of 11,702.
Design
Chrysler engineers were given free rein to design whatever they wanted in a "hot rod" or "sportster" type vehicle. Chrysler's design and international director Thomas C. Gale said his "love for 1930s-era hot rods inspired Chrysler's latest design triumph, the retro-styled Plymouth Prowler." Gale, who has a hotted up 1932 Ford in his garage, approved the hotrod-inspired Plymouth Prowler as the company's follow-up show-stopper to the Dodge Viper. An early influence is credited to a Chrysler-sponsored project at the Art Center College of Design. This resulted in a thesis by Douglas "Chip" Foose, which included drawings of a retro-roadster. Foose "designed it as a coupe for Chrysler to begin with but modified it to a roadster version."
One of the most striking design features of the Prowler is the open, Indy racer-style front wheels. The Prowler featured a powertrain from Chrysler's LH-cars, a 24-valve, 3.5 L Chrysler SOHC V6 engine producing 214 hp (160 kW; 217 PS) at 5850 rpm. For the 1999 model year, the engine was replaced with a more powerful, aluminum block, 253 hp (189 kW; 257 PS) at 6400 rpm version of the engine. Both engines were coupled to a four-speed Autostick semi-automatic transmission. The transmission was located at the rear of the vehicle and joined to the engine by a torque tube that rotated at engine speed, an arrangement similar to that used by the C5 Corvette, Porsche 944, and Alfa Romeo 75, and helped to facilitate a desirable 50-50 front-rear weight distribution. The Prowler was the first rear-wheel drive Plymouth since the 1989 discontinuation of the Plymouth Gran Fury and would stand as the last Plymouth model with that layout. While criticized for having only a V6 engine, Chrysler's High Output 3.5 had a horsepower rating similar to (or higher than) the company's Magnum V8s of that era. While not making nearly as much torque as a V8, the Prowler's light weight helped to achieve rapid off-the-line acceleration.
The car prominently featured aluminum construction, in many cases adhesively bonded, chiefly in the chassis. The body was produced in Shadyside, Ohio, and the car was assembled by hand at the Conner Avenue Assembly Plant (CAAP) in Detroit, Michigan.
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Common 2001 Plymouth Prowler problems
The Plymouth Prowler, produced in the late 1990s and early 2000s, has been known for several common problems reported by its owners. Here are some of the most frequently mentioned issues:
- Structure Issues: The second most common problem reported by Plymouth Prowler owners is related to the vehicle's structure. This can include issues with the car's body panels, frame, or other structural components. These problems can lead to a variety of issues, such as water leaks, rattles, or even more serious structural concerns.
- Steering Problems: Some Plymouth Prowler owners have reported issues with the car's steering system. This can include difficulties with steering response, excessive play in the steering wheel, or even steering system failures. These issues can compromise the car's safety and handling capabilities.
- Latches/Lock/Linkage Issues: A number of Plymouth Prowler owners have reported problems with the car's latches, locks, and linkage systems. This can include issues with the doors, hood, or trunk not opening or closing properly, as well as problems with the car's seat belts or other safety systems.
- Power Train Problems: Some Plymouth Prowler owners have reported issues with the car's power train. This can include problems with the engine, transmission, or other power train components. These issues can lead to decreased performance, increased fuel consumption, or even complete power train failures.
- Air Bag Problems: A small number of Plymouth Prowler owners have reported issues with the car's air bag system. This can include problems with the air bag sensors, deployment mechanisms, or other air bag components. These issues can compromise the car's safety and increase the risk of injury in the event of a collision.
- Interior Lighting Problems: Some Plymouth Prowler owners have reported issues with the car's interior lighting system. This can include problems with the dashboard lights, map lights, or other interior lighting components. These issues can make it difficult to see the car's controls or instruments, especially at night.
- Fuel System Problems: A small number of Plymouth Prowler owners have reported issues with the car's fuel system. This can include problems with the fuel pump, fuel injectors, or other fuel system components. These issues can lead to decreased performance, increased fuel consumption, or even complete fuel system failures.
- Engine and Engine Cooling Problems: Some Plymouth Prowler owners have reported issues with the car's engine and engine cooling system. This can include problems with the engine's performance, cooling capabilities, or other engine-related components. These issues can lead to decreased performance, increased fuel consumption, or even complete engine failures.
- Electrical System Problems: A small number of Plymouth Prowler owners have reported issues with the car's electrical system. This can include problems with the car's battery, alternator, or other electrical components. These issues can lead to decreased performance, increased fuel consumption, or even complete electrical system failures.
These common problems reported by Plymouth Prowler owners highlight the importance of regular maintenance and inspections. By staying on top of these issues, owners can help ensure that their cars remain safe, reliable, and enjoyable to drive.
What was wrong with the Plymouth Prowler?
And earlier this month a Prowler and matching trailer went for over $33,000 on the same site. As a car, the Prowler failed. It was uncomfortable to drive, and the strange cockpit layout was disorienting. Not to mention it had a weak engine, no manual transmission, and looked bizarre.
Why did Chrysler discontinue the Prowler?
Sure it failed to sale, with fewer than 12,000 sold by the end of its production run. It failed to reinvigorate and save the Plymouth brand, and it failed to impress critics as a sports car. Mostly due to its transmission, a lack a manual was a mistake to say the least.
How long did the Plymouth Prowler last?
The Plymouth Prowler, later the Chrysler Prowler, is a retro-styled production sports car manufactured and marketed from 1997 to 2002 by DaimlerChrysler, based on the 1993 concept car of the same name.
What engine is in a 2001 Plymouth Prowler?
3.5 L V62001 Plymouth Prowler / Engine
Engine: 3.5-liter V-6; 253-hp at 6,400 rpm; 255 lb-ft torque at 3,950 rpm. Fuel economy: 17 city/23 highway.
What was wrong with the Plymouth Prowler?
And earlier this month a Prowler and matching trailer went for over $33,000 on the same site. As a car, the Prowler failed. It was uncomfortable to drive, and the strange cockpit layout was disorienting. Not to mention it had a weak engine, no manual transmission, and looked bizarre.
Why did they stop making the Plymouth Prowler?
Let alone a set of golf clubs. And the prowler's low ground clearance. And stiff suspension made it a bumpy ride. Especially on poor maintained roads. But hey if you wanted practicality.
How long did the Plymouth Prowler last?
The Plymouth Prowler, later the Chrysler Prowler, is a retro-styled production sports car manufactured and marketed from 1997 to 2002 by DaimlerChrysler, based on the 1993 concept car of the same name.
How many 2001 Plymouth Prowlers were made?
| Yearly Production Summary | |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 457 |
| 2001 | 3,142 |
| 2002 | 1,436 |
| Total Plymouth Prowlers | 8,532 |
2001 Plymouth Prowler car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Plymouth Prowler problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Suspension problems
- Structure problems
- Air bags problems
- Steering problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2001 Plymouth Prowler vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
2001 Plymouth Prowler complaints
The NHTSA has received 21 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2001 Plymouth Prowler.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-10-19
- VIN: 1P3EW65G41V
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: 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. I WAS VERY LUCKY, MINE BROKE AS I WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING SPOT AT A RESTAURANT. I HAD JUST GOTTEN OFF THE INTERSTATE DOING HIGHWAY SPEED. *TR
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-06-17
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1P3EW65G41V
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: LOWER RIGHT BALL JOINT CAME APART
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-06-13
- VIN: 1P3EW65G71V
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: 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.. NOISE OR ANY OTHER INDICATION OF THE FAILURE. JUST THE POP OF THE FAILED BALL JOINT SEPARATING AND THEN THE RIGHT FRONT OF THE CAR SCRAPING ON THE PAVEMENT. OTHER VEHICLES IN THE AREA STEERED AROUND ME TO AVOID A COLLISION.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-04-01
- VIN: 1P3EW65G01V
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT BROKE.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-01-01
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- VIN: 1C3EW65G61V
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 PLYMOUTH PROWLER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MECHANISM WHICH HELD THE HOOD OPEN FAILED AND THE HOOD DROPPED DOWN ONTO HIS HEAD. THE FAILURE RECURRED A TOTAL OF FIVE TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON FOUR OCCASIONS AND WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND OFFERED TO ASSIST WITH THE REPAIR COSTS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED AFTER THE FIFTH FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 20. UPDATED 04/06/12*LJ UPDATED 05/31/12
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-09-25
- VIN: 1P3EW65G41V
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: I OWN A 2001 CHRYSLER PROWLER AND ON SEPTEMBER 25, 2010 I WAS DRIVING HOME FROM A CAR SHOW AND THE RIGHT FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT FAILED. THE LOWER SUSPENSION "A" ARM COLLAPSED AND THE WHEEL CAVED IN. JUST AN HOUR EARLIER I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AND THIS COULD HAVE RESULTED IN A TERRIBLE ACCIDENT. THIS BALL JOINT WAS THE REPLACEMENT FROM A RE-CALL FOR ALL PROWLER BALL JOINTS. THE BALL JOINT THAT FAILED WAS THE "NEW" DESIGN AND I DON'T UNDERSTAND WHY IT TOO FAILED. I HAD THE CAR TOWED TO THE CHRYSLER DEALERSHIP AND THEY REPLACED BOTH LOWER BALLS JOINT UNDER THE PREVIOUS "RE-CALL" NOTIFICATION FOR THE SECOND TIME. *TR
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-11-01
- VIN: 1P3EW65G71V
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 PLYMOUTH PROWLER. THE AIR BAG INDICATOR LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND WOULD NOT DIM. AFTERWARDS, THE CHECK AIR BAG INDICATOR LIGHT ILLUMINATED. A LOCAL MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THE CLOCK SPRING AS THE FAILURE. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 10,100. *AK UPDATED 05/04/07.*JB
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-12-17
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1P3EW65G41V
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: 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. THE CONTACT SAID THAT HE WILL HAVE THE CAR TOWED TO A SHOP AND THAT HE WILL SAVE ALL PARTS AND THE REPAIR ORDER.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-06-01
- VIN: 1P3EW65GX1V
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: FRONT SHOCKS AND HOOD LIFT SUPPORTS FAILED (4) TIMES
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-03-08
- VIN: 1P3EW65G41V
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: THE FRONT SHOCKS ON THE 2001 PROWLER ARE LEAKING THE VEHICLE ONLY HAS 7,020 MILES AND IS LESS THEN 3 YEARS OLD. *AK
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-02-25
- VIN: 1P3EW65G21V
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: NO CRASHES OR INJURIES. NORMAL DRIVING SITUATION. THIS VEHICLE HAS LOW MILEAGE. THE FAILURE OF THE "CLOCK SPRING" IN THE STEERING COLUMN HAS CAUSED THE AIRBAGS TO BE DISABLED, AND THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT IS ON. THE CRUISE CONTROL FUNCTIONS ON THE STEERING WHEEL FAILED ALSO.THE "CLOCKSPRING" PROVIDES THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION TO THE DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG AND SWITCHES IN THE STEERING WHEEL. *AK THE REPAIR REQUIRES AN EXPENSIVE PART ($150.00) PLUS SHOP LABOR REQUIRING REMOC\VAL OF THE DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-02-18
- VIN: 1P3EW65G21V
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: THIS VEHICLE HAS FREQUENT FAILURES OF THE FRONT SHOCK ABSORBERS.THEY ARE PRONE TO LEAKING SUSPENSION FLUID ONTO THEMSELVES AND THE SURROUNDING CHASSIS, BRAKE ,EXHAUST AND ENGINE COMPONENTS. IT IS DRIVEN NORMALLY AND HAS FEW MILES. THERE IS NO DECERNABLE CAUSE TO THE FAILURE. IT IS MY BELIEF THAT THE SHOCK ABSORBERS ARE EITHER POORLY MADE OR OF A DEFECTIVE DESIGN. THEY HAVE BEEN REPLACED TWICE, ONCE AT 2000 MILES AND AGAIN AT 8000 MILES. THIESE REPAIRS WERE DONE UNDER WARRANTY.THEY ARE NOW LEAKING AGAIN AT 16000 MILES. *AK
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-12-26
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- VIN: 1P3EW65G41V
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: 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
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-12-16
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: 2001 PROWLER HOOD SHOCKS FAILURE...HOOD SLAMS SHUT WITH NO WARNING. 8JB
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-11-10
- VIN: 1C3EW65G81V
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: HOOD SHOCKS DO NOT SUPPORT HOOD WEIGHT. I HAVE HAD THE HOOD CRASH DOWN SEVERAL TIMES, BUT NO ONE WAS HURT. OTHER OWNERS OF PLYMOUTH/CHRYSLER PROWLERS HAVE REPORTED CHANGING THE HOOD SHOCKS SEVERAL TIMES WITH NO SOLUTION. SEVERAL OTHER OWNERS HAVE REPORTED BEING HIT ON THE HEAD WHILE LOOKING UNDER THE HOOD, HAVING INJURED THEIR WRISTS AND FINGERS FROM HOODS CRASHING DOWN. *JB
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-12-12
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- VIN: 1P3EW65G61V
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: 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. HIT IN THE HEAD TWO DIFFERENT TIMES CAUSING CONTUSIONS AND ABRASIONS TO MY HEAD. PROBLEM OCCURRED WITH 200 MILES ON THE CAR AND DEALERSHIP REPLACED THE STRUT RODS AT 1300 MILES. THE NEW STRUT RODS ARE STARTING TO EXHIBIT THE SAME PROBLEM. (DEALER KEPT THE ORIGINAL HOOD STRUTS.) *JB
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-12-24
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: HOOD SHOCKS DO NOT SUPPORT HOOD WEIGHT. I HAVE HAD THE HOOD CRASH DOWN SEVERAL TIMES, BUT NO ONE WAS HURT. OTHER OWNERS OF PLYMOUTH/CHRYSLER PROWLERS HAVE REPORTED CHANGING THE HOOD SHOCKS SEVERAL TIMES WITH NO SOLUTION. *AK SEVERAL OTHER OWNERS HAVE REPORTED BEING HIT ON THE HEAD WHILE LOOKING UNDER THE HOOD, HAVING INJURED THEIR WRISTS AND FINGERS FROM HOODS CRASHING DOWN.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-12-21
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: HOOD SHOCKS DO NOT SUPPORT HOOD WEIGHT. I HAVE HAD THE HOOD CRASH DOWN SEVERAL TIMES, BUT NO ONE WAS HURT. OTHER OWNERS OF PLYMOUTH/CHRYSLER PROWLERS HAVE REPORTED CHANGING THE HOOD SHOCKS SEVERAL TIMES WITH NO SOLUTION. SEVERAL OTHER OWNERS HAVE REPORTED BEING HIT ON THE HEAD WHILE LOOKING UNDER THE HOOD, HAVING INJURED THEIR WRISTS AND FINGERS FROM HOODS CRASHING DOWN.*AK
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-11-05
- VIN: 1C3EW65G91V
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: SIX MONTHS AGO CONSUMER RECEIVED NHTSA RECALL 03V034000; CONCERNING CONTROL ARM BALL JOINTS. DEALER STILL DIDN'T HAVE THE PROPER TOOLS TO FIX THE VEHICLE. *AK
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-04-17
- VIN: 1C3EW65G41V
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: CONSUMER CONTACTED THE SALES/SERVICE DEALER REGARDING RECALL REMEDY 03V034000. THE DEALER ADVISED THE MANUFACTURER DID NOT SEND ADVANCE PARTS FOR REMEDY, AND PARTS CAN ONLY BE ORDERED ONCE THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED THE FAILURE. *JB
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1P3EW65G31V
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING AT 55 MPH, CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE TOOK A NOSE DIVE INTO THE PAVEMENT AND SUDDENLY DRIFTED TO THE LEFT HITTING A CONCRETE BARRIER. TOOK TO DEALER AND DEALER STATES THE FRONT DRIVERS SIDE BALL JOINT HAD SEPARATED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. PH
2001 Plymouth Prowler recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 4 recalls for different components of the 2001 Plymouth Prowler.
- Manufacturer: TI GROUP AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS, LLC
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: 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-OF-SPECIFICATION, LEADING TO EXCESS SWELL OF THE FLAPPER VALVE RESTRICTING THE FLOW OF FUEL TO THE FUEL PUMP MODULE.
- 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.
- Manufacturer: BRAKE PARTS, INC.
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: 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 MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 27, 2005 THROUGH JANUARY 17, 2006 (DATE CODES 0529 THROUGH 0602) ARE SUBJECT TO THIS RECALL. WHEN SUBJECT TO VERY COLD TEMPERATURES, AN INTERNAL SEAL IN THE MASTER CYLINDER COULD LOSE FLEXIBILITY AND MAY CAUSE BRAKE FLUID TO LEAK.
- 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.
- Manufacturer: DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
- Components: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
- Summary: 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 DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403 OR CHECK ON-LINE AT HTTP://WWW.CHRYSLER.COM/WEBSELFSERVICE/CHRYSLER/INDEX.JSP
- Manufacturer: DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
- Components: CHILD SEAT
- Summary: 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 OWNER'S MANUALS FOR THESE VEHICLES ARE MISSING INSTRUCTIONS THAT PROVIDE A STEP-BY-STEP PROCEDURE, INCLUDING DIAGRAMS, FOR PROPERLY ATTACHING A CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM'S TETHER STRAP TO THE TETHER ANCHORAGE.
- Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE CHILD SEAT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY ATTACHED INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE CHILD.
- Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH AN ADDENDUM TO THE OWNER'S MANUALS.
Negative 2001 Plymouth Prowler car reviews
Positive 2001 Plymouth Prowler car reviews
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When you enter your Prowler, you are transported to another dimension! You test drove new Corvettes, but there is absolutely no comparison to the feeling you get when you drive your Prowler. The Prowler gives you more power and speed than any vehicle you have ever owned. The powerful V6 lights up the huge back tires instantly. We can tell you can't wait to drive your Prowler, it's an incredible rush!
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They only produced less than 400 Prowlers in '97, the first year of production. However, those who bought them were not concerned about gas mileage, comfort, or price tag. They were drawn to the car's undeniable cool factor. If you have the opportunity to get your hands on one, go for it! The car has proven to be reliable with no major or minor defects, and maintenance has been minimal.
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It's the best car you can buy!
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Hi there! Do you happen to know where I can find the V8?
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It's hard to beat this roadster. It's everything you could want in a car of this type. Just keep in mind that it's not really meant for grocery runs or family outings - it's designed for pure driving enjoyment.
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It's a great car and a lot of fun to drive. The car handles very well and turns a lot of heads. Although I wish they had placed a larger engine in the vehicle for more horsepower, that's just my personal preference. Getting in and out of the car can be a bit challenging, and the steering wheel is offset to the left, which can make it difficult to find a comfortable position for your left leg. Despite these minor issues, it's still a very cool car and a blast to drive. The stereo and tech could be better, but it's important to remember that this car was built 18 years ago. It's a rare car that you don't see often, and I highly recommend it despite the minor drawbacks I mentioned.