This data is from the NHTSA — the US gov't agency tasked with vehicle safety. Complaints are spread across multiple & redundant categories, & are not organized by problem.
So how do you find out what problems are occurring? For this NHTSA complaint data, the only way is to read through the comments below. Any duplicates or errors? It's not us.
I'm driving along, cruise set to 65. Ac on. Radio on. No sounds or weird feels from the car. Every light on the dash comes on. They went off after two seconds, with the seatbelt light being last to shut off. Then the car hits 113k miles about ten miles later and just... shuts off. All gauges drop to zero. Ac shuts off. Radio still playing. Full tank of gas. Headlights still on, brakes worked, power steering worked, and emergency flashers worked. I managed to get out of traffic and pull over without causing an accident. I turn the radio off and turn the key off for a few minutes. It cranked right back up and ran a little rough for a moment before smoothing out. I drove home without incident, but kept the radio and cruise off. And stayed under 65. Thankfully, traffic was light. The car has not been fixed as of this posting, nor has it been seen by anyone due to the weekend. Unsure of when I can get it fixed due to finances, but if this happens in heavy traffic or on one of many roads with no shoulder, lives will be at risk.
The contact owns a 2007 Chrysler PT CRUISER. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle overheated with the temperature gauge reading hot. The vehicle was taken to I-10 Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (79200 varner rd, indio, ca 92203) and was informed that the cooling fan was defective. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to several independent mechanics where the cooling fan assembly, module, high and low speed relays, the thermostat, cooling fan, radiator cap and coolant were all replaced however, the failure persisted. Additionally, while driving at various speeds, several warning lights illuminated on and off and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was restarted and resumed normal operation. The vehicle was taken to crystal Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (36444 auto park dr, cathedral city, ca 92234) where the mechanic was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact reached out to manufacturer and left a message however, the contact had not heard back form the manufacturer. The failure mileage was unknown.
The contact owns a 2007 Chrysler PT CRUISER. On several occasions (6) times, while driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled. After several attempts, the contact managed to restart the vehicle in neutral and in park. The vehicle was taken to gary miller Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (located at 5746 peach St, millcreek township, pa 16509, (814) 868-3635) to be diagnosed, but the mechanic was unable to retrieve a fault code or duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 78,000. The VIN was not available. Invalid VIN
2007 Chrysler PT CRUISER conv. Has 85,300 miles on odometer. Car developed a severe engine oil leak problem. Investigation by me revealed a well known manufacturing defect with the 2.4L engine. Complete oil loss can happen very quickly and seize the engine resulting in a sudden stop in traffic. A dangerous event if traveling on a high speed road. Repair can cost up to $6000 for an engine replacement even if it does not seize. Chrysler acknowledges the defect in tsb # 09-001-13 / NHTSA # 10128948 but no recall has been issued.
My 2007 PT CRUISER with 17,340 miles (yes, that's correct), started leaking a good amount of oil. Researched and found this to be a common problem with some folks getting stranded on highway when car dropped all of its oil, brought to dealer. The invoice states the following: "customer states vehicle is leaking oil. Verified the concern. Found oil leaking from cam and crank seals. Disassembled engine to replace seals, and found excessive crank shaft end play, causing the crankshaft seal to push out. Inspected motor, found broken thrust washers and damage to the crankshaft. Replace the engine and recheck, no more oil leaks." And that's what they did...total cost, including tax was $6,055. This was not an easy decision. Checking online, I found it to be a common problem. Based on what I read, I asked dealer to replace with a short block. Said they are no longer made. Car is only worth about 6K but there's no way I could afford a new car. This way I do have a 3 yr warranty on the new engine.
The contact owns a 2007 Chrysler PT CRUISER. The contact stated that while driving at 30 mph, the vehicle failed to stop without warning. In addition, the contact stated that the accelerator pedal became stuck and the engine revved. The vehicle was restarted but the failure continued. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 9,000. The VIN was not available.
The contact owns a 2007 Chrysler PT CRUISER. While driving at 10 mph, the vehicle stalled and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed; however, the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the failure occurred intermittently. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
The contact owns a 2007 Chrysler PT CRUISER. While driving approximately 20 mph, the steering column started to lock up as the vehicle approached a stop sign. The steering column seized and the engine shut down. The contact stated that smoke appeared underneath the hood and the vehicle caught fire. The fire department was notified and a report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed. The vehicle was towed to a collision yard. The manufacturer was not notified. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was unknown.
I drive a 2007 T cruiser and have on and off again issues with my center dashboard lights coming on and gauges going up and down. Engine almost stalls in heavy traffic. This has happened several times and the mechanics cannot find any issues with wiring, grounding, battery, alternator, switches, etc. Happens at any time. Will be fine for a short period of time and then it will start to do it again. This takes place sitting still and in heavy traffic. Chrysler better take note and figure this out or they will have a huge lawsuit like what is going on with GM. Many people with the same complaints; how is it no one is concerned? scared to drive my vehicle.
I noticed a sudden oil leak. I immediately had it checked to be told it was the front crank shaft and front seal needed to be replaced. My research showed it to be so common a problem in the PT CRUISER. Repair cost up to $1300. And problem would likely re-occur. Has not been repaired.
The contact owns a 2007 Chrysler PT CRUISER. While driving approximately 35 mph, the check engine warning indicator illuminated and the engine stalled. The vehicle failed to restart after multiple attempts. In addition, all of the windows would not roll up or down and the rear driver side door lock would not lock. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who stated that the cam shaft position sensor, lower arm bushings, sway bar link, and window motors needed to be replaced. The engine and windows were repaired and the manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 32,212. Updated 09/15/14 the consumer sstated the camsensor and motor stalled. The bushings were worn out at only 3200 miles. The windows went out in 2011 and the back door and locks weren't working. Updated 1/8/2015
This car kept over heating and after having the thermostat water pump and the entire fan unit replaced. Failing to find the source the head gasket blew.
I am frequently experiencing the following problem which includes the check engine light coming on, the car not wanted to accelerate, feeling like the car is going to stall while driving down the road. One time it did stall in traffic however, it started right back up. The check engine light does go out. I have taken it to several car places and no one has been able to diagnose the problem. This is a serious problem as I am afraid to drive the car. It has happened at varying speeds and weather conditions, from 20 - 60 miles per hour, local road to highways, warm days, cool days and everything in between. It is hard to predict when this will happen but is an issue that should be addressed before something serious happens and people are injured.
Cpsc: I1430176A. 2007 PT CRUISER. Consumer stated the engine turns itself off during driving, then restarts. The consumer stated while driving, the dash lights would light up, flicker, and bounce around. Within seconds to a minute, the engine would shut down. The consumer stated it would happen randomly without warning.
My 2007 PT CRUISER has had a vibration for two years in the engine. It is ok in park, but when in drive and idle the car vibrates horribly. It is worse with the A/C running and I live in AZ. No one can fix it. I've replaced the motor mounts in 2011and had everythig adjusted. I have replaced the main motor mount again in 2012 as it was crushed again, but the vibration continues. I spent $1500 to replace the last motor mount inaddition to the previous years cost of replacement. I've done tune ups, replaced belts, fluid flushes, oil changes all following the guidelines. I've been told repeatedly that the PT CRUISER just has this vibration and no one can fix it. It's the car. All the mechanics hate this car. I have spent thousands of dollars on this car since I bought it and due to income, I can no longer afford to do the repair work for a problem that never gets fixed. This car is a piece of crap and I will never buy a Chrysler product again. They couldn't pay me to get one.
I have had my 2007 PT CRUISER to the dealer for a vibration in the engine. They of course heard nothing and recommended a tune up which I had had done the previous month. I took it somewhere else and had to have the motor mounts and transmission mount replaced. I had the timing belt replaced as they had to remove the engine at this time and tried to save money. The mechanic adjusted everything to the correct specifications and the vibration continues to this day.
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