Vehicle was taken in for recall for ignition interlock, and was not repaired correctly. Told the service advisor the ignition interlock was inoperative. They installed the incorrect part, when according to the recall, if the interlock was inoperative, the shifter was to be replaced. They did not install the shifter, rather they installed the load limiting pushrod which did not remedy the failure of the interlock.
1998 Plymouth Breeze transmission problems
22 complaints (13% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 90,000. 3 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 22
- of this car's complaints
- 13%
- typical mileage
- 90,000
- crashes
- 3
- recalls
- 2
Which part fails
- Automatic transmission8
- Automatic transmission: park/neutral start interlock switch5
- Axle assembly3
- Automatic transmission: lever and linkage: floor shift3
- Automatic transmission: lever and linkage: column shift2
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Plymouth Breeze transmission problems in other years
Related recalls
Power train: automatic transmission: lever and linkage: floor shift
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles, the floor shifter ignition-park interlock may fail and allow the shifter to be moved out of the park position with the key removed. An inoperative interlock may also allow the key to be removed when the shifter has not been placed in the park position.
- Risk
- Either circumstance may result in the vehicle rolling away without warning.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a new load-limiting push rod into the floor shifter lever of the affected vehicles. Owner notification began on june 14, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 04V021000 · Recall details
Power train: automatic transmission: park/neutral start interlock switch
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. The adjustment of the cable connecting the console shifter mechanism to the ignition key can cause a trapped key condition which can result in a low force required to depress the shift button. A combination of applying a mis-adjusted release button with a low force attempt to shift out of park with the key in the locked position, can break the connecting pin in the shifter.
- Risk
- If this happens, the "ignition-park" interlock system will be nonfunctional.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect for proper operation of the system. Any vehicles that are not functional after the inspection will have the shift mechanism and cable replaced with a "self-adjusting" design.
Recall number 98V183000 · Recall details
Related investigations
Auto trans ignition-park interlock
The manufacturer reports above are based on daimlerchrysler?s (dc) analysis of model year (my) 1998 (population = 356,384) and 1999 (population = 486,948) ja, jx and lh family subject vehicle data (earlier mys excluded).the population number includes all mys.the precise number of duplicates between odi and dc reports cannot be determined due to missing or incomplete information.the fatality incident involved an elderly person who attempted to stop a roll away vehicle and received fatal injuries.odi also gathered information on my 1997-99 prowler vehicles in this investigation. The prowler vehicles were manufactured with a different design shifter mechanism (the shift lever is shorter).there are no complaints of prowler interlock failure in odi?s database, and dc has received no reports either.the prowler is excluded from the recall scope.the investigation involved a condition where the interlock system could fail (or be made inoperative by the operator) during vehicle use, possibly inadvertently.the interlock system is required under fmvss 114.with the transmission in the park position and the ignition key off, the combined action of pressing the shift button and pulling the shift lever rearward may result in the operator overcoming the interlock system and cause the mechanical linkage of the system to disconnect.when this occurs, there is no overt indication to an operator that the system is defeated, and an increased risk of vehicle roll-away exists.under recall 04v021, dc will replace damaged shift mechanisms, and will install on all vehicles a device which inhibits the operator?s ability to overcome the interlock and defeat the system.beginning with my 2000, dc incorporated a brake and transmission shifter interlock (btsi) system into the subject vehicles.introduction of btsi involved design changes to the shift mechanism, one of which resulted in reduced mechanical advantage (rma) of the shift button.the rma shifter requires increased forces to overcome the interlock system, making the shifter less susceptible to damage.
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What 1998 Plymouth Breeze owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Check engine light came on, p0700 & p0725 codes. There are related to transaxle problems. Transmission will, after about 30 miles of freeway driving, jerk slightly, then "check engine" light will come on. Transmission then shifts poorly, jerks and slams on down and up shifts. Trans will then go into limp mode, limiting speed to 45 MPH max. Researched the problem online, there are 1000's of similar transaxle problems reported. So far, have changed trans fluid, twice. Last time cost was $150+. Replaced input and output trans sensors, input replaced twice. Cleaned all underhood grounds, reset computer by battery disconnect. Taken to independent shop, they said maybe crank position sensor or trans control computer. Took to dealer, they checked and found faulty input trans speed sensor. This car only has 63k miles, it should not be having this much powertrain trouble. So far spent about $700, still have the problem, as 1000's of other people. Many reports of hit and miss repairs, including solenoid packs, TCM replacements, and trans overhauls. This is a known problem that has been experienced for years by 1000's of owners. This is a poorly designed product, and chrysler should be held accountable.
Dt: the contact owns a 1998 plymouth breeze. On 10-09-05 the car caught on fire and burned. It was parked in the driveway. The contact reported having no problems with the car prior to this incident. The fire department was called, and they said it was some type of electrical short that caused the fire. The police also responded. The fire originated from under the hood. The car was totaled. The contact had liability insurance on the car. The contact stated there was a recall concerning the power train: automatic transmission: lever and linkage: floor shift. He received the recall letter a tthe beginning of july-2005. He was back and forth with the chrysler dealers since receiving the recall letter because the dealer said they needed a recall number and paper work from their home office concerning the recall. The consumer was unable to get the recall repairs done.
Two weeks after recall repairs were performed for the floor shift ignition the part failed again. As a result, the consumer was unable to release the key from the vehicle. *ak *sc
The parts to perform the floor shift ignition park interlock recall 04v021000 has not been available for 4 months.
The consumer had a hard time finding out whether or not her vehicle was included in the park interlock recall. *nm after numerous attempts to see if the consumers vehicle was recalled, the vehicle was finally repaired.
The vehicle's park interlock system failed prior to the consumer receiving the recall notice. As a result the vehicle drifted into the rear of a SUV. *nm *jb recall#04v021000
Consumer complained about a gear shift problem. This problem prevented the driver from removing the key from the ignition. A recall was issued on this make/model/year, however this vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN.
Consumer's four year old son accidentally hit the shift gear into neutral causing vehicle to roll back and hit another car. No keys were in the ignition when this occurred.*mr the consumer stated there was a recall on the issue, however the consumer has since sold the vehicle. *ts
While driving, the consumer heard a thump noise, and then the vehicle came to a sudden stop. The dealer replaced the control module.
Questions about the 1998 Plymouth Breeze transmission
Does the 1998 Plymouth Breeze have transmission problems?
Owners have filed 22 complaints about the transmission of the 1998 Plymouth Breeze, 13% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1998 Plymouth Breeze transmission problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 90,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 1998 Plymouth Breeze transmission?
Yes, 2 recalls: 04V021000, 98V183000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Plymouth Breeze have bad transmission?
The Plymouth Breeze model years with the most transmission complaints are 1996 (25 complaints), 1998 (22 complaints) and 1999 (20 complaints).
Other 1998 Plymouth Breeze problems
Engine 68Steering 18Brakes 15Airbags 12Electrical 12Acceleration 8Suspension 8Fuel system 6Visibility 5Seats 3Lights 2Seat belts 2Body 1Tires 1
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