Breakdown dream meaning is explained below using 3 different sources. Each interpretation is shown with its source.

Interpretation 1 — Dream Explanations - Anonymous

Dreams of a breakdown signify that you are in the midst of major transformation, processing your way through the changes in your life, and breaking out of a pattern or identity that no longer fits you. You are discovering that what you thought was the worst thing that could ever happen is really a blessing in disguise.

See Breakdown/Breakthrough Dreams.

Source: Strangest Dream Explanations Author: Dream Explanations - Anonymous

Interpretation 2 — Margaret Hamilton

A warning given in order to recognize the cause and remedy
Source: Dream Dictionary Unlimited Author: Margaret Hamilton

Interpretation 3 — Klaus Vollmar

An obstacle dream, gloating. Bad luck, Embarrassment.
Source: Little Giant Encyclopedia Author: Klaus Vollmar