Plymouth Breeze Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported deaths, injuries, crashes, and worst problem areas. Updated daily from federal databases.
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Plymouth Breeze — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Verdict | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Deaths | Top Issue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000Best | Good | 6 | 29 | 1 | 2 | — | Steering | Full report → |
| 1999 | Caution | 4 | 76 | 12 | 12 | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 1998 | Avoid | 4 | 114 | 17 | 16 | 2 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Full report → |
| 1997 | Avoid | 4 | 98 | 6 | 4 | — | Engine And Engine Cooling | Full report → |
| 1996Worst | Avoid | 4 | 153 | 6 | 4 | 1 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Full report → |
5 model years shown. Crashes, injuries, and deaths from NHTSA complaint filings. Click any year for full details.
Most Common Plymouth Breeze Problems
Based on 470 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.
Breeze Years to Avoid
Best Breeze Years to Buy
Not enough data to identify standout low-problem years.
Years with fewest complaints and recalls.
Plymouth Breeze Problems by Year
Frequently Asked Questions — Plymouth Breeze Reliability
What year Breeze has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 1996 Plymouth Breeze had the highest combined complaint and recall count — 153 complaints and 4 safety recalls. See the full 1996 report for specific defects.
Is the Plymouth Breeze reliable?
The Plymouth Breeze has accumulated 470 owner-filed complaints and 22 safety recalls across all model years in NHTSA's database. There have been 3 reported deaths associated with complaints. The 2000 model year shows the fewest reported issues. Always run a VIN check before purchasing any used Breeze.
What are the most common Breeze problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas are: Engine And Engine Cooling (155 reports), Steering (57 reports), Power Train (51 reports), Service Brakes / Hydraulic (47 reports). Based on NHTSA complaints across all model years.
How do I check if my Breeze has an open recall?
Use the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with auction history, odometer records, and 30+ intelligence signals.
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