Here's why:
* The Wheel is a physical object: While the wheel itself is a physical object, it's more likely that components within the wheel could malfunction, such as the spinning mechanism or the display lights.
* "Breaking" is subjective: What constitutes "breaking" is subjective. Does a minor malfunction that's quickly fixed count as "breaking"? Or does it need to be a major issue that halts production for an extended time?
* No public records: There are no widely published records of major malfunctions or breakdowns of the Wheel of Fortune wheel.
However, we can consider these possibilities:
* Technical difficulties: There have likely been minor technical issues with the wheel over the years, such as a spinning mechanism malfunctioning or a light going out. These would likely be quickly addressed without impacting the show.
* Major malfunctions: It's possible that a major malfunction occurred at some point, but it was resolved off-camera or not reported publicly.
Overall, while it's possible that the Wheel of Fortune wheel has experienced malfunctions, it's unlikely that any major "breakdowns" have occurred that would have impacted the show significantly.