1996 Plymouth Breeze Steering Problems

“When applying the brakes there is a noise which indicates more wear and tear on the braking system. Dealer said they fixed the problem. Problem still exists. Also, steering wheel becomes stiff and hard. Occupant cannot control the vehicle. In addition, problems with transmission, when the occupant accelerates the vehicle does not perform as it should . Causes unknown. Please provide details.”

“There is excessive vibration in the steering wheel. Dealer cannot repair. In addition, there is a forward lunging when slowing to a stop/replaced broken motor mount/broken alternator bolt/sensor for idle/rack and pinion steering/head gasket/exhaust leak due to loose bolts and broken power steering cap.”

“Faulty steering column. Complained about this problem 4 times from 6000 - 30000 miles, replaced at 50,000 at cost to me. Now after 1000 more miles has to be replaced again. Chyrsler replied that it is not their problem that it was misdiagnosed all those times.”

“Steering column off center, squeaking and abnormal vibration. Complained from 4 times from 6000 - 50,000. Was told it was normal but at 50,000 miles while no longer under warranty told faulty steering column , repaired at my cost. A 1000 miles later needs new steering column again and abnormal vibration still exists. Contacted chrysler who agreed to pay for half of parts and was told that it is not there fault it was misdiagnosed the previous four times.”

“1996 Plymouth Breeze involved in accident due to equipment failure. The accident was the result of steering problems. Consume later received a safety recall notification from chrysler that concerned the lower control arms and ball joints. Consumer's son sustained injuries. Insurance company declared the vehicle totaled. The head gasket was replaced prior to the accident. Driver was making a turn when he hear a clinking or popping sound. At the enid of the turn the steering wheel would not steer the vehicle. He hit the curb and heard a loud sound under the vehicle. …”