Most common 1999 Plymouth Breeze problems
Share of the 117 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Plymouth Breeze complaints by model year
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1999 Plymouth Breeze recalls (3)
Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 2.4 liter engines, the high pressure power steering hose May prematurely heat age and develop a leak.
Remedy: 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.
Power train › Automatic transmission › Lever and linkage › Floor shift
On certain passenger vehicles, the floor shifter ignition-park interlock May fail and allow the shifter to be moved out of the park position with the key removed. An inoperative interlock May also allow the key to be removed when the shifter has not been placed in the park position.
Remedy: Dealers will install a new load-limiting push rod into the floor shifter lever of the affected vehicles. Owner notification began on June 14, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The right rear brake tube can contact the exhaust system clamp and wear a hole in it.
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.
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into 4 possible defects involving the 1999 Plymouth Breeze:
Auto trans ignition-park interlock
Three of the manfacturer complaints and two of the manufacturer crashes reported above were duplicates of odi reports.the majority of crashes occurred after operators parked the vehicle without engaging park gear position; a non-functional ignition-park interlock system subsequently failed to prevent key removal before the operators exited the vehicle.most of the crashes were minor and involved minor property…
Engine compartment fires
On June 29, 2005, odi opened preliminary evaluation pe05-036 to investigate complaints of engine compartment fires in model year (my) 1999-2000 Chrysler cirrus, Dodge stratus and Plymouth breeze passenger cars (ja cars). The ja cars were introduced in my 1995 and ended with my 2000.they were produced with 2.0l, 2.4l and 2.5l engines.the incident data in the failure report summary of this resume are for subject…
Power steering fluid fires
Odi has received 29 reports of engine compartment fires that appear to be related to power steering hose leakage in model year (my) 1999 and 2000 Chrysler cirrus, Dodge stratus and Plymouth breeze vehicles (ja-cars) equipped with 2.4l engines.these reports indicate that the fire resulted from a power steering hose leak or that it occurred after an extended drive and shortly after being parked - conditions consistent…
Auto trans ignition-park interlock
The manufacturer reports above are based on daimlerchrysler?s (dc) analysis of model year (my) 1998 (population = 356,384) and 1999 (population = 486,948) ja, jx and lh family subject vehicle data (earlier mys excluded).the population number includes all mys.the precise number of duplicates between odi and dc reports cannot be determined due to missing or incomplete information.the fatality incident involved an…
What 1999 Plymouth Breeze owners say
Engine & cooling all 29 →
Tl contact owns a 1999 Plymouth Breeze. While driving 30 MPH, the contact noticed that the vehicle was smoking. He pulled over and shortly afterwards, the vehicle burst into flames. The dealer stated that excessive oil caused the fire. The current and failure mileages were 120,000.
It seems as though everyone that owns a Plymouth Breeze must replace a head gasket. I know this May not be a safety concern in general, but an environmental hazard is apparent. Considering the anti-freeze and oil that is dumped on the ground as a result of this defect. It is a very costly repair to make, and is very common among owners of these cars. Unfortunately, not everyone knows the sources to go through to address these problems. I am bringing it to you in hopes that you will investigate this defect. The average working class family cannot afford to fix these types of defects while damiler Chrysler seems to get away with this obvious problem. No one to my knowledge has died, gotten injured, or crashed due to this defect, but think of the environmental hazards due to this vehicle considering the amount of oil and antifreeze dumped on our highways every day. …
Electrical system all 22 →
Tl contact owns a 1999 Plymouth Breeze. After driving approximately 40 MPH for two minutes, the vehicle caught fire when it was parked. The vehicle had previously been parked all day. The front end of the vehicle was melted. There was no prior failure or warnings. The vehicle was towed to an impound lot. The fire department extinguished the fire and a police report was filed. The cause of the failure was undetermined. After the fire, the contact received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign id number 06V001000 (steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections). The current and failure mileages were 70,000.
Tl contact owns a 1999 Plymouth Breeze. While driving 5 MPH in a parking garage, the vehicle began to smoke. The contact then noticed flames rising from the hood. The vehicle was driven for 26 miles before the smoke occurred. The fire department was called and stated that the fire was due to electrical failure. The fire caused the windshield to crack and damaged the front end of the vehicle. The manufacturer stated that the VIN was included in NHTSA recall number 06v00100 (steering), however, they refused to perform the repair. The VIN and engine size were unknown. The current and failure mileages were 151,000.
Transmission & drivetrain all 20 →
Dt: consumer states that 1999 Plymouth Breeze caught on fire and burned completely. Consumers parked the car and turned off the engine, and 5 minutes later consumer was notified that vehicle was on fire. The fire started under the hood around the engine compartment. The battery was severely burned and it looked like the fire May have started there. A week earlier NHTSA recall 04V021000 repairs were done. The fire department came and extinguished the fire. Fire and police reports were issued.
When the gear shifter was put into reverse, the vehicle suddenly accelerated at a high rate of speed and stopped when it crashed into a deck. The consumer's foot was depressed on the brake pedal when this occurred. Prior to the incident, the vehicle had an on going problem with the shifter jumping out of gear. The floor shift ignition-park interlock 04V021000 recall was performed a year ago. The vehicle is currently at a collision shop being serviced. The cause of the failures has yet to be determined.
1999 Plymouth Breeze engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | FWD | 23 / 33 / 27 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 19 / 28 / 23 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 18 / 28 / 22 |
EPA ratings. Class: Midsize car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 1999 Plymouth Breeze a good car?
Based on 117 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 1999 Breeze rates average: 28% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Breeze at the same age. It is one of the best Breeze years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 1999 Plymouth Breeze?
The engine & cooling — 29 complaints, 25% of all complaints for this model year, most often about engine. Next are the electrical system (22) and transmission & drivetrain (20).
How many recalls does the 1999 Plymouth Breeze have?
There are 3 recalls for the 1999 Plymouth Breeze, the most recent from January 5, 2006 (hose, piping, and connections). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Plymouth Breeze?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2000 and 1999. See the full Plymouth Breeze years comparison.
At what mileage do 1999 Plymouth Breeze problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 76,000 miles; 15% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.