Heard a squeaking noise coming from the front end, also could be felt in the steering wheel. Dealer said it was the sway bar links and ball joint, could result in control lost. To no avail these repairs did not solve the problem. Second opion said it was the steering rack. Replace right side mirror.
Plymouth Breeze grinding brakes problems
13 of the 667 owner complaints about the Plymouth Breeze describe grinding or squealing brakes, most of them for the 1996 model year.
- owner complaints
- 13
- worst model year
- 1996
Is there a fix? There are 4 recalls for this area of the car. See below
By model year
- 19991
- 19984
- 19972
- 19966
Often reported together
What owners say
Ongoing oil leak since purchased. Fuel pump went out. Was told rear main seal was going out of car. Oil getting in radiator, mech. Said head gaskets were bad. Timing belt broke while driving 65mph, causing piston to bend valve. Front brakes have always squeaked when releasing, and has always rattled behind front wheels when going over bumps. What a lemon!! Problems since purchased! Alot of people have problems with these! There should be recall on these due to head gasket problems! I expected to have problems, but not this soon! Problems started soon after purchase, and dealer kept telling me nothing was wrong with it! That's why I bought a newer model car! My klunker ran better than this and with less problems! I will definitely think twice before buying another chrysler product, especially after reading about all the problems with head gaskets that seem to be getting ignored!!
Rear brakes have a bad squeak, cleaning helps for a short time. Pad wear ok.
Many problems with electronic lock continuing to run, door squeaking and hard to open , trunk latch not working. All these problems have been repaired many times and I continue to have same problems.
Steering column off center, squeaking and abnormal vibration. Complained from 4 times from 6000 - 50,000. Was told it was normal but at 50,000 miles while no longer under warranty told faulty steering column , repaired at my cost. A 1000 miles later needs new steering column again and abnormal vibration still exists. Contacted chrysler who agreed to pay for half of parts and was told that it is not there fault it was misdiagnosed the previous four times.
When consumer first acquired vehicle he had to replace the front brakes. Then two week later, he had to replace the rear brakes. Also brakes made a grinding noise, like metal to metal rubbing noise.
During warm weather, front end noise as you go over any bump in road similar to a spring needing oil. Was told sway bar problem with national backorder and unavailable. During cold weather, grinding noise when negotiating left turn- noise at front end.
The paint peels off , it has been painted several times . The steering wheel shakes when you stop,it vibrates and is very noisy. Also, brakes squeal in the front, they have been replaced, but the problem is still there.
Passenger's /front control arm was bent. While driving and making a right turn, vehicle hit the curb. Repairs were made--the 2 front tires were replaced, and the one of the older tires was rotated to the left rear wheel. This left rear wheel currently makes a clicking noise and there is squeaking when brakes are applied. Dealer unable to provide an explanation for this. *ak
Both rear doors squeak when opened and closed; grease has to be applied monthly for them to function.
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Some of these vehicles may have been built with an inadequate weld between the right front brake hose block and the stand-off bracket.
- Risk
- Separation of the stand-off bracket from the block could cause fatigue damage of the right front brake tube and result in a half system brake loss.
- Remedy
- Dealers will add a brake line bracket to the right front brake tube.
Recall number 00V196000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The right rear brake tube can contact the exhaust system clamp and wear a hole in it.
- Risk
- Daimlerchrysler recall no. 843. If this happens, the tube could leak, reducing the effectiveness of one-half of the diagonally split braking system, and resulting in longer stopping distances.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the brake tubes for visible evidence of contact with the exhaust system clamp. If the tube shows evidence of contact, it will be replaced. If no evidence of contact exists, the tube will be fastened with a clip.
Recall number 99V244000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: master cylinder
- What is wrong
- The brake master cylinder can leak brake fluid due to a damaged double lip rear piston seal.
- Risk
- Brake fluid leakage can result in diminished effectiveness of one half of the split brake system. The instrument panel warning light(s) will signal system impairment prior to partial brake system loss.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the rear brake master cylindr piston assembly.
Recall number 96V075000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
- What is wrong
- Corrosion of the ABS hydraulic control unit can cause the solenoid valves to stick in the open position.
- Risk
- If either front wheel valve sticks, the vehicle would swerve from a straight stop when the brakes are applied.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a plate and silicone grease injected into the solenoid cavity to eliminate the potential for this condition.
Recall number 96V074000 · Recall details
Questions about the Plymouth Breeze grinding brakes
Which Plymouth Breeze years have grinding or squealing brakes problems?
The model years with the most reports are 1996 (6 complaints), 1998 (4 complaints) and 1997 (2 complaints).
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