2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser structure problems
67 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the structure on the 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser — 13% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser. The contact stated that the rear quarter glass fasteners on both sides of the vehicle had started to separate from the vehicle. The contact stated that the windows were violently shaking while driving at various speeds. The contact was concerned that the…”
filed Jun 20, 2024
“Takara recall. While changing upper and lower motor mount I noticed sub frame on the passenger's side was rotted and after I put mounts in the car pulls when accelerating”
filed Jun 16, 2017
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
3100519 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2019Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
3100319 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2019Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
3100619 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2019Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
31-006-19 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2019
Structure problems in other PT Cruiser years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 PT Cruiser | 1 | 5% |
| 2008 PT Cruiser | 3 | 3% |
| 2006 PT Cruiser | 15 | 4% |
| 2005 PT Cruiser | 8 | 4% |
| 2004 PT Cruiser | 6 | 3% |
| 2003 PT Cruiser | 8 | 3% |
| 2001 PT Cruiser | 67 | 11% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.