2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser owner complaints

Thumping noise followed by loss of brakes in a short distance (30 miles) wheel bearing failure which damaged axel and destroyed brakes' brakes and axel and bearing replaced on drivers side - now passenger side is defective too and needs replacement - car has only 30k miles- bearings are sealed type,cannot be relubed, car is 2005 Chrysler p t cruiser convertible. *tr

My pt cruiser convertible started making a thumping noise when I would turn. The noise would come from the front passenger side. Limped it to les schwab and was told I needed to replace struts and some plate thing that goes on top. I will have to $750.00 out of pocket. I have read numerous complaints and believe this should be a recall. *tr

2005 pt cruiser (turbo) was taken to dealership for annual inspection and oil change. Inspection was not granted. Vehicle was pronounced "unsafe to drive" as the bearings on the spindle (on axle) were destroyed and both front wheels were wobbling. Mechanic said one or both wheels could come off. In the next bay was another pt cruiser (turbo) with the identical problem. The mechanics discussed whether the design was sufficient to support the power of the turbo. Until the parts arrive (we have to pay the $600+ for them) we have a rental at the dealers suggestion and our cost. *jb

I am writing to ask has there have been any reports of the 2002 pt cruiser having an acceleration problem? On 11/30/2005 as I was making a u-turn when my car accelerated at a high rate of speed that caused me to hit a curb and blew out my right front tire, it also left me in a disoriented state of mind. I had no control over that car until it hit the curb. Please at your earliest convenience can you let me know if there has been other reports of this. *jb

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 Chrysler pt cruiser. While driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle suddenly experienced unintended acceleration and caused the speed to increase to approximately 85 MPH. Also, the contact indicated that the brakes malfunctioned and the vehicle would not stop when the brake pedal was depressed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 160,293.

I lost control of the pt cruiser accelerator pedal and could not control the speed of the vehicle. I had to ride the brake with both feet. The engine RPM went over 4000 RPM. When I came home, I needed all my strength to move shift into park while keeping both feet on the brake pedal. The vehicle was in motion. I was entering a rotary.

Tl*the contact owns a 2005 Chrysler pt cruiser. The contact stated that she was unable to turn her steering column. She also smelled a strong burning odor emanating from her vehicle. A local mechanic stated that the rack and pinion and steering hose needed to be replaced. The dealer stated that the VIN was excluded from NHTSA campaign id number 04v268000 (steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections). They would not assume any financial responsibility for the repairs. The failure and current mileages were 67,000.

In july 2014 noticed back window on passenger was loose, window fell out while driving 11 2014... Had times when car was acting like it wasn't getting gas while driving and check eng. Light came on but would go out after it quit. Finally made it to an auto repair to have it scanned and part replaced after 9 mos. Setting. Ran good for one week then started acting up again doing the same thing. In august of 2015 I was approaching my home going down a big hill on my rd. Where the speed limit was 45 MPH with a semi right behind me. The cars speed was 45 thenwent down to 20 in a matter of seconds fast enough for the tires to squeal. I had my 2 yr. Old grandson in the back seat when this happened. I knew I couldn't make it in my driveway so I immediately turned on my 4ways and pulled in my

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 Chrysler pt cruiser. The contact was driving 25 MPH when the fog lights failed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who advised the contact that the switch for the fog lights needed to be replaced. The there were no recalls for the failure. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 40,000.

Tl* the contact owns 2005 Chevrolet pt cruiser. The contact stated that she could smell smoke inside of the vehicle while driving. The dealer diagnosed that the fuel line was defective. The vehicle was repaired numerous times, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 32,000 and the current mileage was 35,000.

Dt: the contact states while traveling at 50-55 MPH the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealership, they stated the problem was with the turbo and it was repaired. However, the vehicle was flooded by hurricane wilma and was totaled. *ak

Approximately 3 -4 months ago I took my car to the mechanic because the airbag light was intermittently coming on. A complete diagnostic was completed and the mechanic determined that "nothing is wrong with it." a week later the problem continued and the battery light became coming on. About a week after that, I was traveling about 40 MPH when all of the lights (battery, traction off, ABS, brake, airbag, oil, etc) came on and began flashing at different intervals. My headlights and dashlights also began to flicker before the car died and would not restart. I had purchased a new battery just weeks prior, so this was not the problem. I again towed the car to the shop where I was again told that there were no problems. I've been driving the car for two weeks and trying to ignore the b

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 Chrysler pt cruiser. The contact was driving approximately 45 MPH and in an attempt to avoid crashing into an animal, abruptly moved the steering wheel. As a result, the contact crashed into a ditch. The vehicle rolled over four times before landing upside, on all four wheels. The air bags failed to deploy with the impact. The contact sustained severe injuries to the neck. The passenger sustained injuries to the shoulder, right knee and a fractured sternum. The vehicle was destroyed and towed to an authorized dealer. The manufacturer was not notified of the problem. The vehicle had not been inspected for the cause of the air bag failure. The failure mileage was unavailable. Updated 5/22/13 *cn updated 05/30/2013 *js

Consumer's vehicle rear end another vehicle in front at 30 MPH. Driver's seat belt fail to hold the driver. Driver sustained head and back injuries. Consumer's father transported him to the local hospital. Dealer was notified.*ak

I have a Chrysler 2005 pt cruiser. It has been the shop four times now for the same thing. On nov. 5, 2005 the brakes failed, the car acted like it was stuck in gear. It went to the shop by wrecker. I got the car back on nov 9, 2005 no problem was found with the car, was told it runs beautiful. On nov. 30, 2005 going home stopping in traffic the brakes failed again, almost hit a truck in front of me. It is right not setting at a Chrysler dealership and they called me this morning and said the car is running fine and no problem was found. This car is very unsafe. I have rode around for a week with a co-pilot in it and nothing show up on that. I have lost over 100 miles per tank in gas mileage. No Chrysler dealer can seem to find what is wrong with this car. What can I do. *jb

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 Chrysler pt cruiser. The contact stated that after inspecting the vehicle he noticed the air conditioner accumulator leaks water onto the fuel lines. The fuel line had rusted through and was leaking fuel. The contact stated the fuel line needed to be replaced and a shield would have to be installed between the air conditioner accumulator and the fuel line. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 96,086.

Driving on entrance ramp to highway when there was a violent shudder. Car was difficult to steer (severe vibration). Pulled off on emergency shoulder. There is a large hole in tire sidewall. Sidewall was shredded. Tread was not affected. 4500 miles on tires. Tire was removed and spare tire was mounted. *tr

The tire on my 2005 pt cruiser was flat and when I went to get it fixed was told that the tire was fine but the finish was coming off the rim and this caused the tire to go flat. I went to a national automotive repair chain to get it fixed. I was told that they could put a type of sealant around the tire so it would not go flat. They could not guarantee it would not go flat as they stated this was a common problem for pt cruisers. I have talked to other pt cruiser owners and looked on the internet in regards to this and found that indeed, this is a very common problem with this particular car model. I feel that this is a defect and that the company should replace the rims before a tire or tires go flat while driving the car. I was fortunate as the car was parked. But to be stuck in winter

I have a complaint about the air conditioner in my 2005 pt cruiser touring edition. When I use the air or the heat or defrost I can smell sour smell coming from the vents. I took it to the dealer service department, they checked it and told me the air conditioner had moisture built up in it. They told me they would have to clean and deodorize it but they would have to order the cleaner and deodorizer and the equipment to fix it. I called them back the following week they said they had everything to fix it, but when I returned on november 11, 2005 they still did not have all of the equipment to fix it. *jb

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 pt cruiser turbo convertible. The contact stated that the vehicle caught fire, while the vehicle was turned off. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were notified of the failure. The fire department filed a report and diagnosed that the seat heater ignited the fire. The vehicle was destroyed. The failure and current mileage was 65,000. The VIN was unavailable.