Plymouth Prowler 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 Prowler — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Verdict | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Deaths | Top Issue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002Best | Good | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | Full report → |
| 2001 | Avoid | 2 | 11 | 1 | 1 | — | Suspension | Full report → |
| 2000 | Avoid | 2 | 10 | — | 2 | — | Structure | Full report → |
| 1999Worst | Avoid | 3 | 13 | — | — | — | Suspension | Full report → |
| 1998 | Good | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | Full report → |
| 1997 | Good | 2 | 1 | — | — | — | Latches/Locks/Linkages | Full report → |
6 model years shown. Crashes, injuries, and deaths from NHTSA complaint filings. Click any year for full details.
Most Common Plymouth Prowler Problems
Based on 35 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Plymouth Prowler Reliability
What year Prowler has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 1999 Plymouth Prowler had the highest combined complaint and recall count — 13 complaints and 3 safety recalls. See the full 1999 report for specific defects.
Is the Plymouth Prowler reliable?
The Plymouth Prowler has accumulated 35 owner-filed complaints and 13 safety recalls across all model years in NHTSA's database. The 2002 model year shows the fewest reported issues. Always run a VIN check before purchasing any used Prowler.
What are the most common Prowler problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas are: Suspension (19 reports), Structure (8 reports), Power Train (3 reports), Latches/Locks/Linkages (2 reports). Based on NHTSA complaints across all model years.
How do I check if my Prowler 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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