2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser problems by component
258 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser, grouped by the component owners reported. Each component links to a detailed breakdown with mileage, severity and owner reports.
| Component | Complaints | Share | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System → | 45 | 17% | 75,000 mi |
| Power Train → | 35 | 14% | 40,000 mi |
| Suspension → | 35 | 14% | 47,897 mi |
| Exterior Lighting → | 34 | 13% | 71,000 mi |
| Engine and Engine Cooling → | 29 | 11% | 46,890 mi |
| Steering → | 29 | 11% | 46,449 mi |
| Air Bags → | 20 | 8% | 61,000 mi |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic → | 12 | 5% | 32,614 mi |
| Vehicle Speed Control → | 12 | 5% | — |
| Tires → | 11 | 4% | — |
| Wheels → | 11 | 4% | 57,500 mi |
| Engine → | 10 | 4% | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 9 | 3% | — |
| Structure | 8 | 3% | — |
| Equipment | 7 | 3% | — |
| Seat Belts | 7 | 3% | — |
| Seats | 6 | 2% | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 3 | 1% | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 2 | 1% | — |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 1% | — |
| Visibility | 2 | 1% | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 0% | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 0% | — |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | 0% | — |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.