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Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Safety Reports and Reviews
Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Reviews
Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Fuel System, OtherChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Fuel System, Other Review #10124013 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on May 26, 2005.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER . after refueling gague still reads empty ,never know how much fuel you have,dealer had car for seven days to run tests could not find the problem so they changed instrement cluster this only lasted 4 on&off cycles and back to same problem.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 23 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3EY55X25T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in INDIANAPOLIS, IN. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 10, 2004. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Tires SidewallChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Tires Sidewall Review #10131934 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Aug 08, 2005.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION had a problem with TIRES:SIDEWALL . goodyear eagle rsa p215/50/r17 tires splitting at inner sidewall with only 11,000 miles on them. dealer nor goodyear will replace. *nm.Mileage was 11000 miles. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in AMELIA, OH. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Oct 30, 2004. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Electrical SystemChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Electrical System Review #10137225 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Aug 10, 2005.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . at first the engine surges after car stops at intersection. slightly at first and then occurrence increases at subsequent stops with greater surge. then engine surges and dies at stops until engine dies and will not restart. the last time the engine died at 45 mph and would not restart until the following morning. took car to a chrysler dealership for repair and dealer cannot locate the problem. the car is a safety hazard to the driver and passengers, as you can never tell where or when the car is going to quit running.*jb.Mileage was 27000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3AY55E45T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in COBB, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 08, 2004. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. DEALER'S NAME: CATHY FOWLER DODGE CHRYSLER . DEALER'S CITY: KELSEYVILLE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 TiresChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Tires Review #10139028 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 08, 2005.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION had a problem with TIRES . dt: the contact was driving on june 8, 2005 when he heard a ping sound come from under the vehicle. then the driver side tire blew out. there were no accidents. when he took it to the dealership they said there was a punctured mark on the tire. they said it was not due to a defect in the tire. the tire is a goodyear, size i 205/50r17xl. the contact did not understand why the puncture mark did not cause the tire to go flat. *ak updated 11/16/2005 - the tire was a goodyear eagle rs-a. on oct 7,2005 the consumer heard the same ping noise under the vehicle again. the consumer pulled off the road to inspect the vehicle an found that the driver's side front tire blewout. it was the same brand and model tire as the first faulty tire with the same dot number. *nm.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 3812 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3AY75S15T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in SIOUX FALLS, SD. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Jan 06, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 76 mph. DEALER'S NAME: BILLION MOTORS . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 605-361-1919 . DEALER'S CITY: SIOUX FALLS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: SD. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 57106 . Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline Turbo-chargerCHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 13, 2005.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO-CHARGER . 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.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3AY75S85T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in MARATHON, FL. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Oct 06, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 2 CYLINDERS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph. DEALER'S NAME: DUNKIN AUTO SALES . Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling Review #10148617 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Aug 27, 2005.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . 2005 chrysler pt cruiser engine light flashed and car stalled while driving. *ts the engine light illuminated on 3 separate occasions. several repairs were made, but the consumer continued to experience problems. *jb.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3EY55E85T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in LAKE FOREST, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Apr 06, 2004. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. DEALER'S NAME: TUSTIN CHRYSLER . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 714-730-4600 . DEALER'S CITY: TUSTIN . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 92782 . Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Tires SidewallChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Tires Sidewall Review #10168478 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Sept 15, 2006.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION had a problem with TIRES:SIDEWALL . on the incident date, i was traveling on the freeway at about 78 miles an hour (idaho freeway speed limit is 75). the outside sidewall of the left front tire completely disintegrated causing the tire to come completely apart. it was literally filled with ash from the rubber. the tires are on a 2005 pt cruiser convertible touring edition and had only 19000 miles on them. they have always been maintained with 36 or more pounds of air and the air pressure has been checked much more often than normal due to the fact that they always looked low. i had just checked the air in them two days before. about 15 miles prior to the tire exploding, the car had a very distinct pull to left which i attributed initially to wind load from the side of the car, apparently it was not wind. these tires are a death trap waiting to happen. *nm.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 19000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3EY55E95T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in HEYBURN, ID. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Jan 03, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 78 mph. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Power Train Clutch Assembly Bell HousingChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Power Train Clutch Assembly Bell Housing Review #10170414 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Aug 13, 2005.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION had a problem with POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:BELL HOUSING . with only 21,000 miles my 2005 pt cruiser convertible base model experienced a failure of the manual clutch assembly. i had driven about 100 miles of open highway and was entering a more urban setting with frequent stops and starts due to traffic lights. after about the 5th or 6th light my gear shift lever would move but the car would not go into any gear. luckily i had roadside assistance and was able to have the vehicle towed to a chrysler dealership in savannah ga. it took 3 days to complete the repairs because the entire clutch assembly and housing had to be replaced. although a manual clutch is classed as a "consumable" part chrysler agreed to sharing half the replacement cost for the parts due to a mechanical failure. i drove my first pt cruiser ( an early production 2001 model ) over 86,000 miles and never had a clutch problem. i am now 18,000 miles into the life of the replacement clutch with no signs of any problems. *jb.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 21643 miles. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in NORTH CHARLESTON, SC. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on May 15, 2004. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: SAVANNAH CHRYSLER, DODGE, JEEP . DEALER'S CITY: SAVANNAH . DEALER'S STATE CODE: GA. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Electrical SystemChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Electrical System Review #10171555 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Aug 26, 2006.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . my chrysler 2005 pt cruiser, bought in may of this year, suddenly loses its power while i am driving (twice on the highway). this loss of power resulted in my nearly being in a rear end collision from a truck coming up behind me! it has been towed to 2 chrysler dealers on 3 separate occasions. they cannot identify or fix the problem although it has had two additional failures documented by them. this last time they have had my car for over two weeks. it has a serious driveability issue. they have already replaced several parts including the entire onboard computer prior to this most recent breakdown. this should not happen to a new car and chrysler customer service took the information over a week ago has not gotten back to me. *nm.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3AY55E25T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in FREEHOLD, NJ. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on May 15, 2006. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: CHRYSLER OF EATONTOWN . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 7325421111 . DEALER'S CITY: EATONTOWN . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NJ. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 07724 . Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Tires SidewallChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Tires Sidewall Review #10183254 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 29, 2006.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION had a problem with TIRES:SIDEWALL . leased a 2005 pt cruiser convertible, dream cruiser series 4 in november of 2004. first failure of the tires was the passenger side rear tire in august 2006. i was parked somewhere waiting for someone and when they walked back to my car they noticed that i had a bulge in the tire due to a crack in the sidewall. had to get the very expensive tire (goodyear - 205/50/17 rs-a) replaced, with only approximately 13,000 miles on the car. next failure was in october of the same year. driving at 35 mph at the end of a line of three cars when all three hit the same pothole. the first two cars didn't have a problem, my passenger side front tire completely blew out the sidewall and i had to have an emergency replacement, this time with just under 15,000 miles on the car. both tire dealerships seemed to casually acknowledge the fact that they had seen several problems with these particular tires on this particular model of car. dealership didn't know how to handle the problem except to give me a number for chrysler. chrysler doesn't deal with tires and they directed me to goodyear. goodyear said it was due to road hazards and they were not responsible for any of the costs and completely denied having heard of any other problems with this type of tire. *nm.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in TOLEDO, OH. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.DEALER'S NAME: YARK AUTOMOTIVE . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: (419) 841-7770 . DEALER'S CITY: TOLEDO . DEALER'S STATE CODE: OH. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 43615 . Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Exterior Lighting Fog Lights SwitchChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Exterior Lighting Fog Lights Switch Review #10186136 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Mar 25, 2007.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:FOG LIGHTS:SWITCH . 2005 pt cruiser gt convertible with 50,000 miles.i looked out the window and noticed fog lights on. the fog lights cannot be turned on without the headlights being on. but here was the fog lights on and it drained my battery completely. the only way i could turn the fog lights off was to tape the universal switch, so that the fog light switch was forced to close. after see how many people have had the same problem for several years, i am wondering why the nhtsa doesn't do something about this.*ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 50295 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3AY75S15T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in FAIRFAX, VA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on July 18, 2004. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: FAIR OAKS CHRYSLER . DEALER'S CITY: CHANTILLY . DEALER'S STATE CODE: VA. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Visibility Power Window Devices And ControlsChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Visibility Power Window Devices And Controls Review #10187123 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 19, 2007.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION had a problem with VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS . rolling down the back passenger window on my 2005 pt cruiser convertible 2-dr while the front window is up causes the insulating strip between the windows to slide off the back window and stick in the window mount. i asked the dealership to evaluate the problem, and they said the windows were out of adjustment which caused the seal to stick, and suggested if i didn't want to pay $500.00 to fix it i could put adhesive on it. i have a fear if my children shut the door hard the front window will break from slamming against the exposed metal on the side of the back window. *jb.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 39000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3EY55EX5T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in OKLAHOMA CITY, OK. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Mar 27, 2004. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: BOB MOORE . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 405-721-6000 . DEALER'S CITY: OKLAHOMA CITY . DEALER'S STATE CODE: OK. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 73132 . Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic AntilockChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock Review #10187207 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Apr 04, 2007.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK . my 2005 pt cruiser is equipped with anti-lock brakes and a traction control system. during a recent snow storm the indicator lights for both of these systmes illuminated. i have just returned from my local chrysler dealer, who has informed that the lights came on because these systems were not functioning. the reason for this, they believe, is that snow had collected in the wheels. as i understand it, their posistion is that the anti-lock brakes and traction control systems provided on this car will function except during a snow storm with wet, stick, slippery snow. is this typical of these types of systems? it makes no sense to me that car companies be allowed to provide safetysystems which don't work when they are most likely to be needed. by the way, i live in new hampshire. we get snow regularly. it is frequently wet and sticky.*ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3AY75S85T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in ATKINSON, NH. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on June 25, 2004. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: DELUCA CHRYSLER . DEALER'S CITY: HAVERHILL . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MA. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling Exhaust System Emission Control Gas Recirculation Valve (egr Valve)CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 21, 2007.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE) . my pt cruiser since i have owned it burns oil prior to 3,000 miles due oil change. chrysler claims "it is normal for this car to burn 1 quart of oil every 1,000. miles. they refuse to check in between oil changes that this is in fact happening. *tr.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3EY45X35T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in CANYON COUNTRY, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Oct 31, 2004. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: POWER CHRYSLER . DEALER'S CITY: VALENCIA . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 91351 . Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Suspension Front Wheel BearingChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Suspension Front Wheel Bearing Review #10216685 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 01, 2008.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING . right front wheel bearing is bad after only 20,000 miles on my pt cruiser. i have just read 65 complaints for the same problem on http://www.topix.com/forum/autos/chrysler-pt-cruiser/til09od8d72erulqa/p2 how many people have to have the problem before a recall is done on this. this is crazy! *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 20000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3EY55EX5T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in LEXING, KY. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Suspension Front Wheel Bearing Review #10216828 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Sept 25, 2006.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING . pt cruiser 2005. hearing thumping noises from right front. sep. 2006 dealer replaces bearing, (20118 miles) july 07 more noise dealer finds axle spacers missing (28009 miles) jan. 08 more noise dealer finds bad bearings again, this time out of warranty ($630 31406 miles). *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3EY45X35T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in LAS VEGAS, NV. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on July 30, 2004. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: DESERT CHRYSLER, JEEP , DODGE . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 702-221-1646 . DEALER'S CITY: LAS VEGAS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NV. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 89102 . Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Suspension Review #10216828 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Sept 25, 2006.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION had a problem with SUSPENSION . pt cruiser 2005. hearing thumping noises from right front. sep. 2006 dealer replaces bearing, (20118 miles) july 07 more noise dealer finds axle spacers missing (28009 miles) jan. 08 more noise dealer finds bad bearings again, this time out of warranty ($630 31406 miles). *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3EY45X35T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in LAS VEGAS, NV. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on July 30, 2004. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: DESERT CHRYSLER, JEEP , DODGE . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 702-221-1646 . DEALER'S CITY: LAS VEGAS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NV. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 89102 . Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Suspension Front Wheel Bearing Review #10218091 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 13, 2008.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING . after only 35.5k miles the dealership mechanic informed me that both front hubs and bearings need replacement. an online search revealed many many owners with the same complaint. unsat! *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 35535 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3AY75S85T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in TEMECULA, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: DCH CHRYSLER . DEALER'S CITY: TEMECULA . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 92592 . Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Suspension Front HubChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Suspension Front Hub Review #10218091 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 13, 2008.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT:HUB . after only 35.5k miles the dealership mechanic informed me that both front hubs and bearings need replacement. an online search revealed many many owners with the same complaint. unsat! *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 35535 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3AY75S85T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in TEMECULA, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: DCH CHRYSLER . DEALER'S CITY: TEMECULA . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 92592 . Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Suspension Front Wheel BearingChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Suspension Front Wheel Bearing Review #10218220 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 16, 2008.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING . i have had problems with this car more than any other new vehicle i've owned. i had ac compressor problems still under warranty... i replaced the alternator and battery at 36700 miles. now, both front wheel hub and bearing assemblies are shot, and will be replaced at 43,000 miles. i bought this car new, and it is my 3rd and last chrysler product. i had an 2002 pt, this 2005 cruiser, and i've got an 2006 cruiser that is starting to show signs of wheel bearing issues. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 43000 miles. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in QUEEN CREEK, AZ. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph. DEALER'S NAME: DARNER MOTORS . DEALER'S CITY: MESA . DEALER'S STATE CODE: AZ. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 85205 . Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Suspension Front HubChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Suspension Front Hub Review #10218220 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 16, 2008.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT:HUB . i have had problems with this car more than any other new vehicle i've owned. i had ac compressor problems still under warranty... i replaced the alternator and battery at 36700 miles. now, both front wheel hub and bearing assemblies are shot, and will be replaced at 43,000 miles. i bought this car new, and it is my 3rd and last chrysler product. i had an 2002 pt, this 2005 cruiser, and i've got an 2006 cruiser that is starting to show signs of wheel bearing issues. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 43000 miles. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in QUEEN CREEK, AZ. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph. DEALER'S NAME: DARNER MOTORS . DEALER'S CITY: MESA . DEALER'S STATE CODE: AZ. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 85205 . Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Electrical System BatteryChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Electrical System Battery Review #10218220 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 16, 2008.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY . i have had problems with this car more than any other new vehicle i've owned. i had ac compressor problems still under warranty... i replaced the alternator and battery at 36700 miles. now, both front wheel hub and bearing assemblies are shot, and will be replaced at 43,000 miles. i bought this car new, and it is my 3rd and last chrysler product. i had an 2002 pt, this 2005 cruiser, and i've got an 2006 cruiser that is starting to show signs of wheel bearing issues. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 43000 miles. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in QUEEN CREEK, AZ. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph. DEALER'S NAME: DARNER MOTORS . DEALER'S CITY: MESA . DEALER'S STATE CODE: AZ. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 85205 . Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Electrical System Alternator/generator/regulatorCHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 16, 2008.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR . i have had problems with this car more than any other new vehicle i've owned. i had ac compressor problems still under warranty... i replaced the alternator and battery at 36700 miles. now, both front wheel hub and bearing assemblies are shot, and will be replaced at 43,000 miles. i bought this car new, and it is my 3rd and last chrysler product. i had an 2002 pt, this 2005 cruiser, and i've got an 2006 cruiser that is starting to show signs of wheel bearing issues. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 43000 miles. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in QUEEN CREEK, AZ. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph. DEALER'S NAME: DARNER MOTORS . DEALER'S CITY: MESA . DEALER'S STATE CODE: AZ. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 85205 . Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Suspension Front Wheel BearingChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Suspension Front Wheel Bearing Review #10219806 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Mar 01, 2008.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING . wheel vibration and loose steering then grinding noise; found both front wheel bearing bad on 2005 chrysler pt cruiser - mileage is 15, 600; waiting for repair at dealer - estimate of $500 - $600 to repair plus alignment costs. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 15600 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3AY75S75T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in LAKE FOREST, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on July 29, 2006. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. DEALER'S NAME: HUNTINGTON BEACH CHRYSLER . DEALER'S CITY: HUNTINGTON BEACH . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 92647 . Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Suspension Front Wheel Bearing Review #10220306 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Mar 06, 2008.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING . front wheel bearings are shot with just 56,000 miles. *tr.Mileage was 56000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3EY55E75T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in ARLINGTON, WA. Vehicle was purchased on May 20, 2006. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: KARMART . DEALER'S CITY: BURLINGTON . DEALER'S STATE CODE: WA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 98273 . Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Communications Horn AssemblyChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Communications Horn Assembly Review #10223854 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Apr 08, 2008.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION had a problem with COMMUNICATIONS:HORN ASSEMBLY . my 2005 chrysler pt cruisers horn is not loud enough . the dealership said that is the way the horn is . chrysler failed to add the second tone horn on this vehicle . they only put the low tone horn in these cars . many times i have used my horn to warn other vehicles of a potential accident , only to have them ignore my weak horn . i have had to take evasive action to avoid these accidents . *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 0 miles. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in SILVER SPRING, MD. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: DARCARS CHRYSLER . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 301-424-1700 . DEALER'S CITY: ROCKVILLE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MD. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 SuspensionChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Suspension Review #10227581 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on May 10, 2008.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION had a problem with SUSPENSION . 2005 pt cruiser convertible 5 spd manual. have been very unsatisfied w/ car's performance. bearings in both front axles had to be replaced at 61,000 miles b/c of significant wear, making car unsafe to drive. right front wheel squeaked when i turned or just drove straight, and started making thumping noise in axle as i drove. also, roof has a minor leak into trunk when it rains hard; cannot find the source where it is leaking. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 61000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3EY45X35T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in JACKSONVILLE, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: CASS BURCH CHRYSLER . DEALER'S CITY: QUITMAN . DEALER'S STATE CODE: GA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 31643 . Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Structure BodyChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Structure Body Review #10227581 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on May 10, 2008.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY . 2005 pt cruiser convertible 5 spd manual. have been very unsatisfied w/ car's performance. bearings in both front axles had to be replaced at 61,000 miles b/c of significant wear, making car unsafe to drive. right front wheel squeaked when i turned or just drove straight, and started making thumping noise in axle as i drove. also, roof has a minor leak into trunk when it rains hard; cannot find the source where it is leaking. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 61000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3EY45X35T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in JACKSONVILLE, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: CASS BURCH CHRYSLER . DEALER'S CITY: QUITMAN . DEALER'S STATE CODE: GA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 31643 . Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Suspension FrontChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Suspension Front Review #10231617 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 19, 2008.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by CHRYSLER LLC had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT . while driving felt like car was going over mini-speed bumps. took it to tire store and found out it wasn't the tires and they recommended the dealership. at the dealership they informed me it was the left-front bearing and i shouldn't be driving on it at all because the wheel could fall off. had it repaired there. picked up vehicle a week later and steering still didn't feel right. took it back and they determined that the right front knuckle needed repaired. also had it done there because i was visiting from out of town and needed work completed to get back home. less than 9 mths later and car sounds like an airplane. living on different coast so went to a recommended mechanic. informed left front bearing needs repaired. *tr.Mileage was 42000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3EY55E05T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in WAKEFIELD, MA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Exterior LightingChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Exterior Lighting Review #10238840 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 26, 2007.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by CHRYSLER LLC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . in december 2007, while on an extended trip, the fog light on my 2005 pt cruiser activated themselves and could not be turned off. the entire control lever on the steering column had to be replaced when we returned home. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3EY55E35T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in ALBUQUERQUE, NM. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 75 mph. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 SteeringChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Steering Review #10238840 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 26, 2007.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by CHRYSLER LLC had a problem with STEERING . in december 2007, while on an extended trip, the fog light on my 2005 pt cruiser activated themselves and could not be turned off. the entire control lever on the steering column had to be replaced when we returned home. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3EY55E35T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in ALBUQUERQUE, NM. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 75 mph. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Suspension FrontChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Suspension Front Review #10256108 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 21, 2009.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by CHRYSLER LLC had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT . left side front wheel bearing failure. i regret not having saved the broken bearing. the failure occurred at slow speed while making a left turn and was signaled by a vary loud crunching sound. it was sudden and severe enough that we determined it need immediate repair. we consider ourselves lucky this occurred as we pulled off a four lane highway. our previous speed had been about 60 mph. this car has had regular maintenance had been serviced at the chrysler dealer with in the past three months. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 35591 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3EY55E15T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in FREEVILLE, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 VisibilityChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Visibility Review #10258821 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 16, 2009.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by CHRYSLER LLC had a problem with VISIBILITY . the plastic used for the windshield washer nozzles on the chrysler pt cruiser gt model is not correct for the application, in that the extra heat under the hood from the turbo charger causes the plastic to become weak and crumble, which results in windshield washer fluid leaking down on top of an electrical panel located on the firewall of the drivers side of the vehicle, which ultimately results in a safety hazard. *tr.Mileage was 37000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3AY75S85T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in GLEN BURNIE, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Electrical SystemChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Electrical System Review #10274677 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 22, 2009.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by CHRYSLER LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . chrysler 2005 pt cruiser convertible. defective multifunction control switch. (turn signal, headlight, fog light lever). causes fog lights to stay on even when the ignition is off, draining battery on a consistent basis. for now only way to remedy problem is to pull the fuse for the fog lamps. cannot find a replacement part. dealer says they ordered 50 replacement parts over 4 months ago, nationwide over 3000 are back-ordered, so chrysler obviously knows they have a problem. *tr.Mileage was 51000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3AY75S95T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in ENCINO, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Suspension Front Wheel BearingChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Suspension Front Wheel Bearing Review #10290648 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 1901.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by CHRYSLER LLC had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING . consumer wants to know if there are any recalls for the front wheel bearing on their 2005 pt cruiser. *nj while driving recently, the consumer and his wife felt a vibration in the floor. the consumer inspected the vehicle and discovered the front wheel bearing was defective. *jb.Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in UNKNOWN, DC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Electrical SystemChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Electrical System Review #10290391 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on July 15, 2009.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by CHRYSLER LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . 2005 pt cruiser multifunction switch failed . fog lights would not go off even after i removed the key. smoke came out of switch. *tr.Mileage was 51943 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3AY55E65T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in DELRAY BEACH, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Latches/locks/linkagesChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Latches/locks/linkages Review #10300004 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 07, 2009.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES . pcm chip in 2005 pt cruiser convertible identified by chrysler dealership as being the problem. pcm causes myriad of electrical & transmission problems which chrysler won't admit to. when any engine light or other alarm indicator goes on in vehicle and i bring it to chrysler-they simply say there's nothing wrong with vehicle. then the troubles start. the pcm causes stalling at a red light or at low speeds--got rear ended twice, vehicle not turning over/won't start, drains batteries (replaced it 3 times),(car was towed to chrysler because it wouldn't start) power steering mechanism leaks (replaced twice) causes electrical problems on dashboard, radio & cd player wont work (cd is stuck in player), causes car lock/alarm system to malfunction (replaced twice) car lock/system has locked me out of my car and fog lights/head lights won't turn off which then drains battery. chrysler dealership "supposedly" replaced this pcm chip 1.5 yrs ago and the repair took a month and a half while i waited without a loaner car even though my chrysler extended warranty allowed me to have one! when i got the car back i noticed that the fog light/headlight indicator light was on and went back to dealer to tell him it's happening again and he indicated that i not ever return to his dealership. now 1.5 years later, i have the same problems with my vehicle and it's the pcm chip causing them. i have lost my job from not being able to drive to work while they 'fixed' my car for a month, lost thousand of $$$ repairing this vehicle, my warranty is now expired, am still financing vehicle, but car won't start and is dangerous to drive because it stalls while driving, etc. the car isn't worth 3k and the repairs are in the thousands to fix all the issues. *tr consumer wants an update on complaint. 1/27/10 *nj updated 02/01/10*jb.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 82400 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3EY55E45T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in BRICK, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 SteeringChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Steering Review #10300004 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 07, 2009.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with STEERING . pcm chip in 2005 pt cruiser convertible identified by chrysler dealership as being the problem. pcm causes myriad of electrical & transmission problems which chrysler won't admit to. when any engine light or other alarm indicator goes on in vehicle and i bring it to chrysler-they simply say there's nothing wrong with vehicle. then the troubles start. the pcm causes stalling at a red light or at low speeds--got rear ended twice, vehicle not turning over/won't start, drains batteries (replaced it 3 times),(car was towed to chrysler because it wouldn't start) power steering mechanism leaks (replaced twice) causes electrical problems on dashboard, radio & cd player wont work (cd is stuck in player), causes car lock/alarm system to malfunction (replaced twice) car lock/system has locked me out of my car and fog lights/head lights won't turn off which then drains battery. chrysler dealership "supposedly" replaced this pcm chip 1.5 yrs ago and the repair took a month and a half while i waited without a loaner car even though my chrysler extended warranty allowed me to have one! when i got the car back i noticed that the fog light/headlight indicator light was on and went back to dealer to tell him it's happening again and he indicated that i not ever return to his dealership. now 1.5 years later, i have the same problems with my vehicle and it's the pcm chip causing them. i have lost my job from not being able to drive to work while they 'fixed' my car for a month, lost thousand of $$$ repairing this vehicle, my warranty is now expired, am still financing vehicle, but car won't start and is dangerous to drive because it stalls while driving, etc. the car isn't worth 3k and the repairs are in the thousands to fix all the issues. *tr consumer wants an update on complaint. 1/27/10 *nj updated 02/01/10*jb.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 82400 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3EY55E45T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in BRICK, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Power Train Automatic TransmissionChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10300004 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 07, 2009.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . pcm chip in 2005 pt cruiser convertible identified by chrysler dealership as being the problem. pcm causes myriad of electrical & transmission problems which chrysler won't admit to. when any engine light or other alarm indicator goes on in vehicle and i bring it to chrysler-they simply say there's nothing wrong with vehicle. then the troubles start. the pcm causes stalling at a red light or at low speeds--got rear ended twice, vehicle not turning over/won't start, drains batteries (replaced it 3 times),(car was towed to chrysler because it wouldn't start) power steering mechanism leaks (replaced twice) causes electrical problems on dashboard, radio & cd player wont work (cd is stuck in player), causes car lock/alarm system to malfunction (replaced twice) car lock/system has locked me out of my car and fog lights/head lights won't turn off which then drains battery. chrysler dealership "supposedly" replaced this pcm chip 1.5 yrs ago and the repair took a month and a half while i waited without a loaner car even though my chrysler extended warranty allowed me to have one! when i got the car back i noticed that the fog light/headlight indicator light was on and went back to dealer to tell him it's happening again and he indicated that i not ever return to his dealership. now 1.5 years later, i have the same problems with my vehicle and it's the pcm chip causing them. i have lost my job from not being able to drive to work while they 'fixed' my car for a month, lost thousand of $$$ repairing this vehicle, my warranty is now expired, am still financing vehicle, but car won't start and is dangerous to drive because it stalls while driving, etc. the car isn't worth 3k and the repairs are in the thousands to fix all the issues. *tr consumer wants an update on complaint. 1/27/10 *nj updated 02/01/10*jb.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 82400 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3EY55E45T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in BRICK, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 EquipmentChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Equipment Review #10300004 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 07, 2009.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with EQUIPMENT . pcm chip in 2005 pt cruiser convertible identified by chrysler dealership as being the problem. pcm causes myriad of electrical & transmission problems which chrysler won't admit to. when any engine light or other alarm indicator goes on in vehicle and i bring it to chrysler-they simply say there's nothing wrong with vehicle. then the troubles start. the pcm causes stalling at a red light or at low speeds--got rear ended twice, vehicle not turning over/won't start, drains batteries (replaced it 3 times),(car was towed to chrysler because it wouldn't start) power steering mechanism leaks (replaced twice) causes electrical problems on dashboard, radio & cd player wont work (cd is stuck in player), causes car lock/alarm system to malfunction (replaced twice) car lock/system has locked me out of my car and fog lights/head lights won't turn off which then drains battery. chrysler dealership "supposedly" replaced this pcm chip 1.5 yrs ago and the repair took a month and a half while i waited without a loaner car even though my chrysler extended warranty allowed me to have one! when i got the car back i noticed that the fog light/headlight indicator light was on and went back to dealer to tell him it's happening again and he indicated that i not ever return to his dealership. now 1.5 years later, i have the same problems with my vehicle and it's the pcm chip causing them. i have lost my job from not being able to drive to work while they 'fixed' my car for a month, lost thousand of $$$ repairing this vehicle, my warranty is now expired, am still financing vehicle, but car won't start and is dangerous to drive because it stalls while driving, etc. the car isn't worth 3k and the repairs are in the thousands to fix all the issues. *tr consumer wants an update on complaint. 1/27/10 *nj updated 02/01/10*jb.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 82400 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3EY55E45T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in BRICK, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Electrical SystemChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Electrical System Review #10300004 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 07, 2009.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . pcm chip in 2005 pt cruiser convertible identified by chrysler dealership as being the problem. pcm causes myriad of electrical & transmission problems which chrysler won't admit to. when any engine light or other alarm indicator goes on in vehicle and i bring it to chrysler-they simply say there's nothing wrong with vehicle. then the troubles start. the pcm causes stalling at a red light or at low speeds--got rear ended twice, vehicle not turning over/won't start, drains batteries (replaced it 3 times),(car was towed to chrysler because it wouldn't start) power steering mechanism leaks (replaced twice) causes electrical problems on dashboard, radio & cd player wont work (cd is stuck in player), causes car lock/alarm system to malfunction (replaced twice) car lock/system has locked me out of my car and fog lights/head lights won't turn off which then drains battery. chrysler dealership "supposedly" replaced this pcm chip 1.5 yrs ago and the repair took a month and a half while i waited without a loaner car even though my chrysler extended warranty allowed me to have one! when i got the car back i noticed that the fog light/headlight indicator light was on and went back to dealer to tell him it's happening again and he indicated that i not ever return to his dealership. now 1.5 years later, i have the same problems with my vehicle and it's the pcm chip causing them. i have lost my job from not being able to drive to work while they 'fixed' my car for a month, lost thousand of $$$ repairing this vehicle, my warranty is now expired, am still financing vehicle, but car won't start and is dangerous to drive because it stalls while driving, etc. the car isn't worth 3k and the repairs are in the thousands to fix all the issues. *tr consumer wants an update on complaint. 1/27/10 *nj updated 02/01/10*jb.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 82400 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3EY55E45T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in BRICK, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Exterior LightingChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Exterior Lighting Review #10300004 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 07, 2009.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . pcm chip in 2005 pt cruiser convertible identified by chrysler dealership as being the problem. pcm causes myriad of electrical & transmission problems which chrysler won't admit to. when any engine light or other alarm indicator goes on in vehicle and i bring it to chrysler-they simply say there's nothing wrong with vehicle. then the troubles start. the pcm causes stalling at a red light or at low speeds--got rear ended twice, vehicle not turning over/won't start, drains batteries (replaced it 3 times),(car was towed to chrysler because it wouldn't start) power steering mechanism leaks (replaced twice) causes electrical problems on dashboard, radio & cd player wont work (cd is stuck in player), causes car lock/alarm system to malfunction (replaced twice) car lock/system has locked me out of my car and fog lights/head lights won't turn off which then drains battery. chrysler dealership "supposedly" replaced this pcm chip 1.5 yrs ago and the repair took a month and a half while i waited without a loaner car even though my chrysler extended warranty allowed me to have one! when i got the car back i noticed that the fog light/headlight indicator light was on and went back to dealer to tell him it's happening again and he indicated that i not ever return to his dealership. now 1.5 years later, i have the same problems with my vehicle and it's the pcm chip causing them. i have lost my job from not being able to drive to work while they 'fixed' my car for a month, lost thousand of $$$ repairing this vehicle, my warranty is now expired, am still financing vehicle, but car won't start and is dangerous to drive because it stalls while driving, etc. the car isn't worth 3k and the repairs are in the thousands to fix all the issues. *tr consumer wants an update on complaint. 1/27/10 *nj updated 02/01/10*jb.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 82400 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3EY55E45T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in BRICK, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Exterior Lighting Review #10314967 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Apr 08, 2009.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . i own a 2005 pt cruiser convertible. i have had problems for the past year with the multifunction switch located on the steering column. the fog lights will not turn on as the switch is broken and sometimes there is visible smoke coming out of the column followed by the stench of burning rubber. i researched and found out this is a common problem with this make and model of car. the following link is a webpage devoted to the problem with the multifunction switch and will give you an idea of how many people this is effecting. chrysler is aware of the problem as the part has been on back order. i have not gotten the part fixed as i see this as something that needs to be recalled and fixed at the cost of chrysler. in the website you can see over 800 people with this same problem. there have been active posts since 2005.http://www.topix.net/forum/autos/chrysler-pt-cruiser/tf81khbdldvt92ah2. *tr.Mileage was 82000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3EY55XX5T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in WEST SENECA, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Electrical SystemChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Electrical System Review #10321246 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Mar 18, 2010.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . 2005 pt cruiser convertible fog lights came on while the vehicle was stopped and parked in parking lot. came back 1 hour later and the battery was dead. had no phone and had to walk 4 blocks in a dark vacant, "scary part of town" by myself. called bcaa and they came out to give me a boost. the tech told me this is a rampant problem with these cars. *tr.Mileage was 45000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3EY55E15T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in SURREY, 00. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 WheelsChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Wheels Review #10327058 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Apr 21, 2010.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with WHEELS . front passenger wheel bearings wore out at 21,919 miles 4/12/2008, replaced them, and then they wore out again at 32,100 miles (same wheel). causes steering wobbles & could lead to a crash. *tr.Mileage was 32100 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3AY75S15T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in PORTSMOUTH, VA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Engine And Engine CoolingChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling Review #10328281 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 09, 2010.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . 2005 pt cruiser overheats when idling have spent 700.00 dollars and they cant find the problem see online there are many people with this problem. *tr.Mileage was 39856 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3EY45X85T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in LAS VEGAS, NV. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 WheelsChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Wheels Review #10343873 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 23, 2010.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with WHEELS . i have a 2005 pt cruiser turbo convertible with factory 17" chrome wheels. the chrome is flaking off of inside of wheel rims prevents tire from gripping proper seal. tires repeatedly go flat while parked and while driving. have replaced all four tires with new ones and had tires cleaned, re-mounted & resealed multiple times. three different tire professionals tell me it is a factor defect. tire blew out while driving last week and i almost lost control. online, i have found several other pt cruiser owners with the same problem. i have made the dealership and doug betts (chrysler vp of customer relations) aware of the problem but they refuse to correct it. this is a safety issue, especially since it is not an isolated incident. i can provide additional information if needed and cite online resources where i saw others complain of same issue. i have been dealing with this problem personally since feb. 2010. *tr.Mileage was 99000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3AY75S15T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Electrical SystemChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Electrical System Review #10353013 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Aug 25, 2010.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . my ¿05 chrysler pt cruiser (that i bought 3 months ago!) has started to not start on me. i will come out from work, and it is completely dead. battery completely drained. i get a jump, and it will run, but is then sluggish at first. this has happened now at least 3 x a week for a month. i have replaced the battery, and was told by chrysler that it is the alternator, but i went to two other mechanics for confirmation and both told me it is not the alternator. this means the dealership i was at pretty much had no clue, or didn't want to admit the issue. i have since looked around, and i see on blogs that this is a recurring issue for many other pt cruiser owners. i just want mine fixed. *tr .Mileage was 64846 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3EY55E05T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in ANAHEIM, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 drive type:FWD. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Air Bags FrontalChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Air Bags Frontal Review #10356788 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Sept 10, 2010.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . my daughter was driving a 2005 pt cruiser convertible and was involved in a frontal crash at freeway speed. she was restrained by her seatbelt, yet her airbag did not deploy. i am the owner of the car and i am very concerned since she was injured and the car totaled and yet no airbag. i am concerned as to why the bag did not deploy. *tr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 57600 miles. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in IMPERIAL, CA. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 WheelsChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Wheels Review #10360837 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 05, 2010.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with WHEELS . first occurrence the right front wheel bearing failed, 38,00 miles. second occurrence the left front wheel bearing failed at 50,706. both times we had it replaced. neither wheel came off but the mechanic's said the right front was close. no noise coming on the right front but the left front did and we took it in. would like to know how to prevent this since the occurrence were within one year of each other and they are sealed bearings. should we have them repacked annually or what. *tr.Mileage was 50706 miles. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in GILLETTE, WY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Suspension FrontChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Suspension Front Review #10372615 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Aug 04, 2010.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT . 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.Mileage was 30000 miles. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in PALO ALTO, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Electrical SystemChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Electrical System Review #10386331 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Mar 01, 2011.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . we own a 2005 pt cruiser convertible and have had problems for the past year with the multifunction switch located on the steering column. the fog lights come on by themselves and will drain the battery dead. there must be a short in the steering column which is causing this problem. we turn our left blinker on before we shut off the ignition and this seems to keep the fog lights off. with this being a short, it could result in a fire which may cause an accident while driving - resulting in possible death. my expectations are high for the service that the nhtsa performs and i anticipate their action on this well known issue to be coming soon. *tr.Mileage was 60000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3EY55E85T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in SAN JOSE, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Exterior LightingChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Exterior Lighting Review #10386331 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Mar 01, 2011.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . we own a 2005 pt cruiser convertible and have had problems for the past year with the multifunction switch located on the steering column. the fog lights come on by themselves and will drain the battery dead. there must be a short in the steering column which is causing this problem. we turn our left blinker on before we shut off the ignition and this seems to keep the fog lights off. with this being a short, it could result in a fire which may cause an accident while driving - resulting in possible death. my expectations are high for the service that the nhtsa performs and i anticipate their action on this well known issue to be coming soon. *tr.Mileage was 60000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3EY55E85T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in SAN JOSE, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 SteeringChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Steering Review #10407380 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Sept 15, 2007.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with STEERING . took 2005 pt convertible for oil change, mechanic informed me i was very low on power steering fluid, he refilled it. gradually began noticing whining/groaning sound when turning, the tighter the turn the worse the sound. sound increasingly became more frequent. returned to mechanic (a different one) and he said i was out of steering fluid. i informed him that it had been filled about a month ago. going from memory here...he checked for leak and found none, and refilled. problem continued to increase until the power steering stopped completely and i could barely turn the car. returned to previous mechanic to find that the hose had popped off. he reattached. a couple months later when turning left i heard an odd sound, can't really describe. within a week the groaning was back, hose had popped off again, and fluid ran out in a matter of days. the mechanic again reattached and said something about the way the equipment is arranged under the hood, causes something to rub against the power steering hose, causing it to detach. this ordeal was repeated 3 times within about a year. i was finally able to pin down the type of movement that caused the hose to come off...turning left while at an incline or decline. through-out all this (i am not good with cars and am a girl) i ended up needing to replace the steering column. i wish i had thought to check into this sooner as i see this is not an isolated problem. *tr.Mileage was 38000 miles. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in ATLANTA, GA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Electrical SystemChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Electrical System Review #10407383 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 08, 2008.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . left work to find the battery was dead. got it jumped and went home. when i turned the car off and removed the key, i noticed that the fog light indicator light remained on. i checked the lights and found that they were still on. i turned the lights on, signaled left and right, jiggled it around and the indicator light finally went off. after a couple more occasions of battery dying (at this point the fog light randomly stayed on) eventually i figured out that if i left the light controlled in the left turn signal position when i turned off the car the fogs would turn off. this was the only way they would turn off. at some point we replaced the fuse, but the problem continued to occur off and on. other electrical issues have occurred as well. the passenger side windows no longer go up or down. this is especially problematic because it is a convertible and the windows move up and down an inch or so whenever the door is opened and closed in order to seal shut. rain comes into the gap between the window and roof because the window no longer seals shut. i haven't even tried to put the top down in a couple years for fear that i will not go back up, so i don't even know if that works. living in the city of atlanta, i am required to get an emissions test done each year in order to renew my registration. due to the battery dying, i failed the emissions test because the computer system did not have enough mileage to show necessary data. i truly regret the purchase of this car! *tr.Mileage was 50000 miles. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in ATLANTA, GA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Structure BodyChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Structure Body Review #10407386 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Aug 18, 2006.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY . the car sits too low to the ground. i am a cautious driver, but the bumper too easily scrapes when driving over bumps or slightly steep inclines/declines, as well as when parking, too easily to scrape over curbs. this has caused the bumper to crack on the left side, over the head light, completely detached from the car in along a 6 inch line. there is no way to fix without replacing the whole bumper/grill cover. i am in constant fear of the bumper falling off as i struggle to save enough money to replace. i truly regret purchasing this vehicle! *tr.Mileage was 5500 miles. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in ATLANTA, GA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 SuspensionChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Suspension Review #10424439 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Sept 09, 2011.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with SUSPENSION . heard thumping noise on right passenger side and new tires wore out prematurely. mechanic investigated and found front end sealed bearings were completely shot. since car is no longer under warranty it cost us $800 to repair. based on the other complaints we have found, this seems to be a recurring problem with this model and should be subject to recall. *tr.Mileage was 30000 miles. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in ALPHA, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 SeatsChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Seats Review #10436317 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 24, 2011.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with SEATS . 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. .Vehicle was on fire. Mileage was 65000 miles. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in MOBILE, AL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 SuspensionChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Suspension Review #10439847 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 06, 2011.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with SUSPENSION . 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 .Mileage was 98000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3EY55E85T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in ROCHESTER, WA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 1 mph. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Fuel System, GasolineChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Fuel System, Gasoline Review #10443160 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 11, 2010.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE . date: january 9, 2012 current case file #[xxx]; previous case file #[xxx]. to date, chrysler dealerships have not been able to diagnose and consequently fix a recurring stalling problem with the above referenced vehicle; a problem that first occurred in october of 2010. the mckinney dealership in easley, sc first attempted a fix, then the big o dealership in greenville, sc (twice), and most recently the benson dealership in greer, sc. overall, the vehicle has been out of service 3 weeks and 2 days while at these dealerships. mckinney's attempt occurred while the vehicle was under the chrysler extended warranty. big o and benson's attempts have been made after the expiration of the warranty (from time, not mileage), as a follow up to a pre-existing condition. meanwhile, between attempted fixes the vehicle poses a safety hazard, actually putting chrysler at a liability risk. a stalling vehicle in heavy, fast moving traffic has a high potential of creating an accident, an injury, or even a death. in reality a very serious accident almost occurred recently on interstate 26 in hendersonville, nc as a tractor trailer was following the vehicle when it went into a stall. fortunately, the shoulder of the highway gave an escape route from being run down. wide shoulders are not always available for escape. additionally, within the time frame beginning in 2010, we have not been offered an opportunity to speak with a chrysler area representative and have not had the best co-operation from the chrysler case managers in auburn hill, mi. without chrysler offering the options of fixing , trading or buying back the vehicle, we must exercise other options available to us. note: this vehicle was purchased new and i have been the only owner. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr.Mileage was 67510 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3AY75S15T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in GREENVILLE, SC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Electrical SystemChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Electrical System Review #10443160 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 11, 2010.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . date: january 9, 2012 current case file #[xxx]; previous case file #[xxx]. to date, chrysler dealerships have not been able to diagnose and consequently fix a recurring stalling problem with the above referenced vehicle; a problem that first occurred in october of 2010. the mckinney dealership in easley, sc first attempted a fix, then the big o dealership in greenville, sc (twice), and most recently the benson dealership in greer, sc. overall, the vehicle has been out of service 3 weeks and 2 days while at these dealerships. mckinney's attempt occurred while the vehicle was under the chrysler extended warranty. big o and benson's attempts have been made after the expiration of the warranty (from time, not mileage), as a follow up to a pre-existing condition. meanwhile, between attempted fixes the vehicle poses a safety hazard, actually putting chrysler at a liability risk. a stalling vehicle in heavy, fast moving traffic has a high potential of creating an accident, an injury, or even a death. in reality a very serious accident almost occurred recently on interstate 26 in hendersonville, nc as a tractor trailer was following the vehicle when it went into a stall. fortunately, the shoulder of the highway gave an escape route from being run down. wide shoulders are not always available for escape. additionally, within the time frame beginning in 2010, we have not been offered an opportunity to speak with a chrysler area representative and have not had the best co-operation from the chrysler case managers in auburn hill, mi. without chrysler offering the options of fixing , trading or buying back the vehicle, we must exercise other options available to us. note: this vehicle was purchased new and i have been the only owner. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr.Mileage was 67510 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3AY75S15T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in GREENVILLE, SC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Engine And Engine CoolingChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling Review #10450399 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Sept 05, 2011.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . i am so unhappy with this car, it has given me nothing but headaches. i have had front end bearing problems to electrical, but the worst problem is the one i have right now. my car is at the dealership as we speak, and i am being told that chrysler may not cover this problem. the car has various leaks,the oil has leaked into the spark plugs, and other areas that they are not certain off, they suggested one is coming from the head gasket a part of the engine. the problems started about six months ago, first it wanted to stop on me at every light, second the engine light went on, third the oil light. i would take it to mechanics and they could not find the problem, it was getting worse and i would replace parts that were going bad, but still the problem was there. when i went to chrysler dealership they told me we can't see the problem, but i told them that i would not leave until they found the problem. i am waiting the status on this matter from chrysler extended warranty. i suggest you recall this car, it has some serious issues relating to the engine, my perspective of this vehicle is the life span lasts 70,000,mile because the problems.get worse. *tr.Mileage was 75000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3AY55E05T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in PASADENA, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Suspension Front Wheel BearingChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Suspension Front Wheel Bearing Review #10477944 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Sept 29, 2012.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by CHRYSLER GROUP LLC had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING . the front wheel bearings are shot and dangerous. several thousand others are having the same problem. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 50000 miles. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in MIAMI, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Electrical SystemChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Electrical System Review #10510266 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on May 19, 2007.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . i have been having trouble with my p.t. cruiser with problem starting. it has gone on for many years. i was looking for information on any recalls. it was said it was the starter, but the problem continued sporadically. i still do not know what the problem is. the car wont start but there is connection with the battery. i have been told its the manufactures alarm having a kill switch, that it may be electrical, the fog lights do not turn off unless the fuse is pulled and it drains my battery. the dealer i bought it from went out of business. i want to know if chrysler has had any issues with this type of car.since they are not making them anymore. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 15000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3AY75S65T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in LONG BEACH, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 SteeringChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Steering Review #10510266 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on May 19, 2007.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with STEERING . i have been having trouble with my p.t. cruiser with problem starting. it has gone on for many years. i was looking for information on any recalls. it was said it was the starter, but the problem continued sporadically. i still do not know what the problem is. the car wont start but there is connection with the battery. i have been told its the manufactures alarm having a kill switch, that it may be electrical, the fog lights do not turn off unless the fuse is pulled and it drains my battery. the dealer i bought it from went out of business. i want to know if chrysler has had any issues with this type of car.since they are not making them anymore. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 15000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3AY75S65T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in LONG BEACH, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 WheelsChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Wheels Review #10532904 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 2013.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with WHEELS . wheels on car are defective, flake and tires will not hold air . bought the car in december, 2012 with -53,000 miles on it. after researching, i found this is common with the 2005 pt cruiser's. i own a 2011 chrysler product and 2005 pt cruiser and they refuse to replace the wheels. said wheels are $884/per wheel+60 labor/per wheel+tax. went to ceo of chrysler. corporate office called, acted like they were going to help, then backed out. cost to replace my wheels/tires today (cheapest i can get is $1,600.00). two of many complaints on internet: contact owns 2005 chrysler pt cruiser and stated that the chrome wheels were flaking. as a result, the air pressure was seeping out and causing the tires to go flat. contact stated he had to replace the tires a total of 7 times. vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who diagnosed problem was not with the tires but with the rim itself. manufacturer was made aware of failure, offered no assistance and vehicle was not repaired.failure mileage was 65,000 and current mileage was 91,000. maryville,tn; i have a 2005 pt cruiser turbo convertible with factory 17" chrome wheels and chrome is flaking off of inside of wheel rims prevents tire from gripping proper seal. tires repeatedly go flat while parked and while driving. have replaced all four tires with new ones, had tires cleaned/re-mounted/resealed multiple times. three different tire professionals tell me it is a factory defect. tire blew out while driving last week and almost lost control. online, i have found several other pt cruiser owners with same problem. have made dealership and doug betts, chrysler vp of customer relations, aware of the problem but they refuse to correct it. this is a safety issue, especially since it is not an isolated incident. i have been dealing with this problem personally since feb. 2010. - kings mountain, nc, usa. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 53000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3AY75S55T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in GARLAND, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 EngineChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Engine Review #10538631 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 17, 2012.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with ENGINE . tl* the contact owns a 2005 chrysler pt cruiser convertible. the contact stated the vehicle was idle. however, there were times when she approached a stop sign when the vehicle began to surge and stall without warning. the vehicle was restarted and resumed normal operation. the failure recurred whenever the vehicle was being driven. the vehicle was taken to both an authorized dealer and an independent mechanic a total of four times. the technician informed the contact that the engine would need to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired due to the engine no longer being produced by the manufacturer. the manufacturer was notified of the defect. the approximate failure mileage was 98,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 98000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3AY75S95T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in BURLINGTON, IA. Vehicle was purchased on May 01, 2004. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: DEER BROTHERS . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 319-877-7960 . DEALER'S CITY: WEST BURLINGTON . DEALER'S STATE CODE: IA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 52655 . Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Engine Review #10554670 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 08, 2012.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with ENGINE . 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 battery and airbag lights flashing. last night while traveling on a major road at 50 mph, the car's lights again began flashing, the automatic transmission would not shift, and the car eventually died and would not restart. the car was towed home and after sitting for an hour, it restarted, but the lights were still flickering. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 90000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3AY75S85T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in FRESNO, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Electrical SystemChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Electrical System Review #10554670 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 08, 2012.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . 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 battery and airbag lights flashing. last night while traveling on a major road at 50 mph, the car's lights again began flashing, the automatic transmission would not shift, and the car eventually died and would not restart. the car was towed home and after sitting for an hour, it restarted, but the lights were still flickering. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 90000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3AY75S85T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in FRESNO, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Power TrainChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Power Train Review #10554670 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 08, 2012.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN . 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 battery and airbag lights flashing. last night while traveling on a major road at 50 mph, the car's lights again began flashing, the automatic transmission would not shift, and the car eventually died and would not restart. the car was towed home and after sitting for an hour, it restarted, but the lights were still flickering. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 90000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3AY75S85T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in FRESNO, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 WheelsChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Wheels Review #10562480 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 01, 2014.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with WHEELS . chrysler pt cruiser convertible 2005, repeated loss of air, tire flat, tire blew out on highway, tires replaced multiple times. goodyear reports rim issues. chrysler non-respondent, goodyear simply replaces. research yields multiple complaints on multiple websites stating the same issue. this is a road hazard and safety issue. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3AY75S85T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in DECATUR, GA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 TiresChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Tires Review #10562480 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 01, 2014.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with TIRES . chrysler pt cruiser convertible 2005, repeated loss of air, tire flat, tire blew out on highway, tires replaced multiple times. goodyear reports rim issues. chrysler non-respondent, goodyear simply replaces. research yields multiple complaints on multiple websites stating the same issue. this is a road hazard and safety issue. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3AY75S85T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in DECATUR, GA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Engine And Engine CoolingChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling Review #10573407 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Mar 10, 2014.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . going over a speed bump my underbody scrapped the bump. when i got home i had a small amount of radiator fluid under my car the next morning. a few days later there was still small amounts of liquid under my car. jack furriers repair shop said the oil cooler was damaged and had a small hole from the fins being bent. repair is quite expensive because chrysler has changed the styling of the part and it has to be replaced with the new part. the new part i was told would be being put in the place where it should have been put in the first place to be safer from the types of damages i got. should be a recall covered repair. the car could overheat and cause other problems. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 132000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3AY75S35T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in TUCSON, AZ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Electrical SystemChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Electrical System Review #10573419 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Apr 20, 2012.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . engine lite came on. replaced recommended parts. lite came off and on over a year or so with same diagnostic. replaced same part in late 2013 and lite still stays on. i am told now it is the computer itself. have been told this is a common problem for pt cruiser owners and that many replace the same parts i did and it is to no avail. to my best of recall it is the upper/in lower/out oxygen 2 sensor. with the computer (engine lite) causing this problem chrysler should have a recall on it. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 98000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3AY75S35T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in TUCSON, AZ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 EngineChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Engine Review #10573419 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Apr 20, 2012.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with ENGINE . engine lite came on. replaced recommended parts. lite came off and on over a year or so with same diagnostic. replaced same part in late 2013 and lite still stays on. i am told now it is the computer itself. have been told this is a common problem for pt cruiser owners and that many replace the same parts i did and it is to no avail. to my best of recall it is the upper/in lower/out oxygen 2 sensor. with the computer (engine lite) causing this problem chrysler should have a recall on it. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 98000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3AY75S35T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in TUCSON, AZ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Air BagsChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Air Bags Review #10585008 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 2013.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with AIR BAGS . vehicle air bag light flashes on and off when a person around 75-150lbs sits in the passenger seat. this happens at any speed. occasionally the airbag light will work normally; issue seems to be related to whether the seat is occupied when the engine is started, or occupied after the engine is started. many others on pt cruiser forums report similar symptoms. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 130000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3AY75S65T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in TEMECULA, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 75 mph. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Exterior LightingChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Exterior Lighting Review #10585010 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 2012.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . the multifunction light switch causes the fog lights to turn on and off at random, even when ignition is off. issue happens at all speeds. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 120000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3AY75S65T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in TEMECULA, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 75 mph. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Electrical SystemChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Electrical System Review #10588402 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on May 05, 2014.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . the problem i have been having with the air bag light of my 2005 pt convertible cruiser has been going on for 7 years and 6 attempts to fix it. chrysler customer care service has authorized the napleton dealership in lake park, florida, to fix the problem with the air bag light twice: once in september 2012, and most recently in may 2014. the service department performs the same replacement of the harness buckle apparatus each time, but that is clearly not the underlying reason that the air bag light comes on after every attempt to fix it. after the fourth attempt to fix it failed by a different dealership in tallahassee, florida, it was suggested that the underlying problem was probably with the entire wiring system of the car, but during the 5th and 6th attempts to repair the air bag light, the dealership did not seem willing to look into this and ended doing the exact same repair that has been attempted for 7 years. meanwhile i have been told that the car is not safe to drive when the air bag light is on. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 39400 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3EY55X65T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Air BagsChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Air Bags Review #10588402 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on May 05, 2014.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with AIR BAGS . the problem i have been having with the air bag light of my 2005 pt convertible cruiser has been going on for 7 years and 6 attempts to fix it. chrysler customer care service has authorized the napleton dealership in lake park, florida, to fix the problem with the air bag light twice: once in september 2012, and most recently in may 2014. the service department performs the same replacement of the harness buckle apparatus each time, but that is clearly not the underlying reason that the air bag light comes on after every attempt to fix it. after the fourth attempt to fix it failed by a different dealership in tallahassee, florida, it was suggested that the underlying problem was probably with the entire wiring system of the car, but during the 5th and 6th attempts to repair the air bag light, the dealership did not seem willing to look into this and ended doing the exact same repair that has been attempted for 7 years. meanwhile i have been told that the car is not safe to drive when the air bag light is on. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 39400 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3EY55X65T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Visibility/wiperChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Visibility/wiper Review #10588402 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on May 05, 2014.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with VISIBILITY/WIPER . the problem i have been having with the air bag light of my 2005 pt convertible cruiser has been going on for 7 years and 6 attempts to fix it. chrysler customer care service has authorized the napleton dealership in lake park, florida, to fix the problem with the air bag light twice: once in september 2012, and most recently in may 2014. the service department performs the same replacement of the harness buckle apparatus each time, but that is clearly not the underlying reason that the air bag light comes on after every attempt to fix it. after the fourth attempt to fix it failed by a different dealership in tallahassee, florida, it was suggested that the underlying problem was probably with the entire wiring system of the car, but during the 5th and 6th attempts to repair the air bag light, the dealership did not seem willing to look into this and ended doing the exact same repair that has been attempted for 7 years. meanwhile i have been told that the car is not safe to drive when the air bag light is on. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 39400 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3C3EY55X65T. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Unknown Or OtherChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Unknown Or Other Review #10633634 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Sept 05, 2014.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with UNKNOWN OR OTHER . dec 2013 had to replace rim on front passenger side 2014sept rim cracked on passenger side rear.t. the rear passenger rim has been cracked twice. total of three times rim cracked.coming home and going to gym.first time i had rim repaired second time bought new rim. the third nothing but took off and put donut tire on. the first time i don't remember the date.i bought 4 new tires. 2014.Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in MILWAUKEE, WI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 TiresChrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 Tires Review #10661170 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 26, 2014.CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE 2005, manufactured by Chrysler Group LLC had a problem with TIRES . 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. .Mileage was 82137 miles. Chrysler Pt Cruiser Convertible 2005 problem was reported in BUTLER, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. |
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