2000 Plymouth Breeze recalls and problems

The 2000 Plymouth Breeze has 5 safety recalls and 38 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Plymouth dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

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Injuries / deaths

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Recalls may cover only some 2000 Plymouth Breeze vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2000 Plymouth Breeze recalls

Recall 06V-001: Steering

Reported Jan 5, 2006 · 216,299 vehicles affected · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION

Problem: On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 2.4 liter engines, the high pressure power steering hose may prematurely heat age and develop a leak.

Risk: Power steering fluid leakage in the presence of an ignition source may result in an underhood fire.

Fix: Dealers will replace the high pressure power steering hose free of charge. The the recall began on april 10, 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Recall 00V-366: Child Seat

Reported Nov 9, 2000 · 1,211,756 vehicles affected · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION

Problem: Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles, pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." some of the owner's manuals for these vehicles are missing instructions that provide a step-by-step procedure, including diagrams, for properly attaching a child restraint system's tether strap to the tether anchorage.

Risk: In the event of a crash, the child seat may not be properly attached increasing the risk of injury to the child.

Fix: Owners will be provided with an addendum to the owner's manuals.

Recall 00V-196: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Jul 17, 2000 · 3,400 vehicles affected · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION

Problem: 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.

Fix: Dealers will add a brake line bracket to the right front brake tube.

Recall 00V-066: Equipment

Reported Mar 2, 2000 · 17,000 vehicles affected · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION

Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The affected vehicles were built with incorrect child lock instruction labels.

Risk: The incorrect labels could cause confusion as to whether the childproof safety lock was activated.

Fix: Owners will be provided with correct labels.

Recall 00V-067: Fuel System, Gasoline

Reported Mar 2, 2000 · 38 vehicles affected · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION

Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The affected vehicles were built with unpainted fuel tank straps.

Risk: The paint provides corrosion protection necessary to ensure the straps do not loosen over time.

Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel tank straps.

2000 Plymouth Breeze problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Steering	16
Engine and Engine Cooling	7
Electrical System	4
Power Train	3
Fuel System, Gasoline	3
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	2
Unknown or Other	2
Air Bags	1
Exterior Lighting	1
Fuel System, Other	1
Engine	1
Fuel/Propulsion System	1

Most reported parts

Steering › Hydraulic Power Assist › Hose, Piping, and Connections — 12
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump — 2
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 2
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip — 1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc — 1
Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Park/Neutral Start Interlock Switch — 1
Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 1
Air Bags › Frontal — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 100,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2000 Plymouth Breeze complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Fuel/Propulsion System · at 112,817 miles · reported Oct 14, 2014

Car owner reported fuel smell. We investigated and found the exhaust system had failed at the aft muffler exit to pipe, welded joint. This caused the fuel tank to melt and leak fuel. The heat shield was installed but the melting occurred over the top of the shield. We have photographs of the damage available. We will preserve the fuel tank for any investigation through 12/31/2014. If we have not heard from you we will discard it.

Electrical System · at 186,998 miles · reported Oct 3, 2014

The contact owns a 2000 plymouth breeze. After parking the vehicle, it began to smoke and caught on fire. The contact was able to extinguish the fire with water. The fire department was not notified. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who stated that the wire harnesses, battery, and power steering cables needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired and the manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 186,998.

Steering · reported Oct 1, 2014

We had been having trouble with smoke coming from under the hood. We thought it was oil leaking. We stopped and my husband checked under the hood. He didn't find any oil but there was some power steering fluid on his hand. He thought he knew what the problem was and we could make it to our destination where he would try to fix it. When we arrived at our destination, the car was smoking some. I parked in one location, but then decided to park in another. As I turned my steering wheel to park in the other location, smoke began to come from under the hood. As I completed parking, the smoke got…

Steering · at 132,000 miles · reported Jan 28, 2013

On 1/25/13 I had some minor repair work done on my vehicle. My mechanic informed me that I had a leak in my power steering hose. He also informed me of a recall that had been issued in 2006 #06v001000. I never received notice of this recall. I have owned the vehicle since 2004, and AM in possession of the title that verifies that. I called my local dealer, security dodge on long island, ny to discuss the matter. I was informed by their service department that my vehicle did not show any open recalls. They told me this recall was remedied in 2007 in cottonwood, az. They also gave me the name of…

Engine · at 107,000 miles · reported Apr 18, 2012

I parked the car and went into the post office. I heard people stating the fire department was needed for a car on fire. I looked out the window and saw the breeze with substantial smoke coming from under the hood. I walked outside as the post office called 911. Having a clear view of the car, there were bits of material with flames dropping from under the car. The police and fire department responded and put out the fire. The fire marshall indicated the fire started against the fire wall in the corner of the engine near the driver seat. The car was towed from site and is considered a loss.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2000 Plymouth Breeze have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2000 Plymouth Breeze: 06V-001 (steering), 00V-366 (child seat), 00V-196 (service brakes, hydraulic), 00V-066 (equipment), 00V-067 (fuel system, gasoline). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2000 Plymouth Breeze?

Owners report steering problems most often (16 reports), followed by engine and engine cooling (7). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 100,000 miles.

Are Plymouth recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Plymouth dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.