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.

3.4

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
39,700 miles

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2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser transmission problems

transmission problem

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2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser Owner Comments

problem #1

Oct 162015

PT Cruiser

  • 39,700 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 the transmission would downshift to lower gears while driving approximately 40 mph. The check engine warning indicator illuminated. In addition, the speedometer, headlights, and power windows failed to function while driving. The vehicle was taken to atlantic Chrysler (130 sunrise highway, West islip, NY 11795, (631) 422-0135) where it was diagnosed that the PCM failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred numerous times. The manufacturer advised the contact to take the vehicle back to the dealer. No further assistance was offered. The approximate failure mileage was 39,700.

- Bay Shore, NY, USA

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