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 attleborough, ma) where it was confirmed that the ball joint detached and the ball joint assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and refused to cover the vehicle per the federal safety agency campaign number: 03v034000 (suspension) because the vehicle was previously serviced per the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 65,080. The VIN was not available.
The worst 2002 Plymouth Prowler problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Suspension2
- Steering1
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- Suspension2
- Steering1
Recalls 1
Suspension: front: control arm: lower arm
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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
Recall number 03V034000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2002 Plymouth Prowler 27
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number
- Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
- Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty
- Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs
- Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts
- Use of Aftermarket Parts
- Valve Body
- Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve
- 82212076, 82203694
- Automatic transmission diagnostic teardown procedure
What 2002 Plymouth Prowler owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The original case the federal safety agency 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 again!
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 being hit on the head while looking under the hood, having injured their wrists and fingers from hoods crashing down. This is a defective design which results in a dangerous condition that the vehicle manufacturer refuses to acknowledge and remedy voluntarily.
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Questions about the 2002 Plymouth Prowler
Is the 2002 Plymouth Prowler reliable?
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2002 Plymouth Prowler, fewer than a typical Prowler model year.
What is the 2002 Plymouth Prowler year score?
The 2002 Plymouth Prowler scores 94 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Plymouth Prowler: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2002 Plymouth Prowler?
Suspension, with 2 complaints. Next is steering (1).
How many recalls does the 2002 Plymouth Prowler have?
1 recall, covering suspension.
Was there a recall on the 2002 Plymouth Prowler suspension?
Yes, 1 recall: 03V034000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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