1999 Plymouth Prowler Problems
- Complaints
- 18filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 25,000miles, 10 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 4campaigns on record
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 18 mpgcombined, 3.5L 6-cyl RWD · 15 city / 21 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1999 Plymouth Prowler (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 18 consumer complaints for the 1999 Plymouth Prowler. The part named most often is suspension, with 9 complaints (50% of the total), followed by body and structure (3) and transmission and drivetrain (3). 10 of the complaints include a mileage, and 80% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 25,000 miles. NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns and 11 technical service bulletins for this model year. Suspension complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign covering the lower arm and 2 NHTSA investigations filed under the same part. Body and structure complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign and 5 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Suspension9 50%
- Body and structure3 17%
- Electrical system1 5.6%
- Engine cooling1 5.6%
- Fuel system1 5.6%
- Interior lighting1 5.6%
- Steering1 5.6%
Example complaints
Suspension: “The dealership was unable to perform the lower control arm ball joint recall 03v-034000,the brake system lamp recall 99v-245000, the frame strength recall 99v-313000, and the gear shift position lighting recall 98v-104000 because the parts haven't been available. This has been going on for over 3 years.”
NHTSA complaint #10082195, filed 2004-07, 800 milesBody and structure: “Hood shocks do not support hood weight. The hood crashes down and I need to put a support pole there to hold it up. Replacing the shocks does not help--it only happens again. Many other Prowler owners are experiencing the same thing.”
NHTSA complaint #10106534, filed 2005-01, 4,828 milesElectrical system: “This car is like new with only 5000 mi on it but for some reason the electric window on the passenger side is out and does not work--car has been garaged its whole life so it is a definite defect from chrysler corp--- I have heard some electric window regulators made by chrysler cause fires”
NHTSA complaint #11114446, filed 2018-07, 4,800 milesMileage when problems were reported
80% of the 10 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 4,800 and 42,865 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: rising. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1999 Plymouth Prowler version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prowler RWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 15 | 21 | 18 | $4,550 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 03V034000Feb 5, 2003Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower armCovers: Plymouth Prowler 1997, 1999–2002
On certain passenger vehicles, the lower control arm ball joints may experience a loss of lubrication that can result in accelerated wear and possible separation from the steering knuckle.
- 99V313000Nov 4, 1999Structure › Frame and membersCovers: Plymouth Prowler 1999
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Some aluminum castings used in the manufacture of the vehicle frame may have missed the required heat treatment operation resulting in soft frame castings.
- 99V245000Sep 15, 1999Interior lightingCovers: Plymouth Prowler 1999
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The brake system on these vehicles does not comply with fmvss no. 105, "hydraulic brake systems."
- 98V104000May 14, 1998Interior lightingCovers: Plymouth Prowler 1999
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The back light bulbs for the liquid crystal display for the gear shift position (prndl) and the odometer were not properly installed.
Recall details for the 1999 Plymouth Prowler → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
NHTSA investigations
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 11 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 10229256Jul 22, 2020Electrical system. KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the…
- 10221686Jul 22, 2020Electrical system. KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the…
- 10175735Apr 22, 2020Equipment, Electrical system. Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty…
- 10220101Nov 20, 2019Body and structure. Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10220099Nov 20, 2019Body and structure. Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
- 10220097Nov 20, 2019Equipment, Body and structure. Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 10169249Nov 20, 2019Equipment, Body and structure. Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10169247Nov 20, 2019Equipment. Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
- 10169245Nov 20, 2019Body and structure. Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 10191460Feb 26, 2016Engine cooling. Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
Other model years of the Plymouth Prowler
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 21 | 9,800 | 2 | — | 17 | — | Falling |
| 2000 | 17 | 19,292 | 2 | — | 18 | — | Stable |
| 1999 | 18 | 25,000 | 4 | — | 18 | — | Rising |
All Plymouth Prowler model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1999 Plymouth Prowler have?
NHTSA recorded 18 consumer complaints for the 1999 Plymouth Prowler as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1999 Plymouth Prowler is reported most often?
Suspension is named most often, in 9 complaints (50% of the total), followed by body and structure with 3.
Has the 1999 Plymouth Prowler been recalled?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1999 Plymouth Prowler get?
The EPA rates the 1999 Plymouth Prowler (Prowler, 3.5L 6-cyl) at 18 mpg combined, 15 city and 21 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,550 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 1999 Plymouth Prowler reported?
Among the 10 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 25,000 miles and the middle half falls between 4,800 and 42,865 miles; 80% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.