NHTSA — Electrical System: 12v/24v/48v Battery: Cables Problems

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CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2006 is the worst year for PT Cruiser engine complaints. Having an engine light on is annoying, but it's the complaints about the engine shutting-off while driving that really have us concerned.

5.6

fairly significant
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
16,000 miles

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2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser electrical problems

electrical problem

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2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser Owner Comments

problem #1

May 152009

PT Cruiser

  • 16,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2006 Chrysler PT CRUISER. The contact stated that his vehicle failed to start. Upon further inspection, he noticed a powdery substance and severe corrosion on the battery. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and they stated that the battery was leaking fluid from the positive terminal. The battery and all associated cables were replaced. The VIN was unknown. The failure and current mileages were 16,000.

- Harrisburg, PA, USA

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