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Plymouth Breeze problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Breeze from 1995 to 2002: 667 owner complaints and 22 recalls across 7 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 1996 (182), 1998 (174), 1997 (155). Best fuel economy: 27 mpg combined (2000).

Plymouth Breeze
Photo: Greg Gjerdingen from Willmar, USA · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Engine & cooling281
Steering84
Transmission & drivetrain81
Brakes (hydraulic)68
Electrical54
Airbags44
Suspension39
Fuel system26

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
199510–
1996618226
1997415527
1998317427
1999311727
200053827
200201–

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Plymouth Breeze?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 1996 (182), 1998 (174), 1997 (155).

How many recalls has the Plymouth Breeze had?

Across 1995–2002, NHTSA lists 22 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).