Hood Latch problems of the 1996 Plymouth Breeze

Three problems related to hood latch have been reported for the 1996 Plymouth Breeze. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Hood Latch problem

Failure Date: 01/01/2003

Consumer stated the hood latch popped, which caused the hood to pop up. Received TSB.

2 Hood Latch problem

Failure Date: 09/19/1999

Hood latch failed while driving. Had to replace the hood and cowl panel and repair dents in the roof. Manufacturer denies responsibility. Build date on vehicle falls 9 days outide of manufacturer's recall on the hood latches. Body shop says that the vehicle does, in fact have a faulty hood latch.

3 Hood Latch problem

Failure Date: 06/30/1998

Consumer contacted the dealer in reference to recall 97v095000, manufacturer's number 734. Dealer replaced parts on a number of occasions, parts replaced did not correct problem. Consumer still having problems with the hood latch. Please provide any further details.

Other Latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 1996 Plymouth Breeze

Hood Latch problems	3
Door Latch problems	1

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