2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser problems by component
187 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2005 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 → | 27 | 14% | 53,700 mi |
| Engine and Engine Cooling → | 24 | 13% | 55,805 mi |
| Steering → | 18 | 10% | 71,000 mi |
| Suspension → | 18 | 10% | 50,331 mi |
| Exterior Lighting → | 17 | 9% | 55,209 mi |
| Visibility → | 17 | 9% | 68,000 mi |
| Power Train → | 13 | 7% | 78,000 mi |
| Engine → | 11 | 6% | — |
| Wheels → | 11 | 6% | 34,850 mi |
| Air Bags → | 10 | 5% | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline → | 10 | 5% | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control → | 10 | 5% | 72,173 mi |
| Tires | 9 | 5% | — |
| Structure | 8 | 4% | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 6 | 3% | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 5 | 3% | — |
| Service Brakes | 5 | 3% | — |
| Equipment | 3 | 2% | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 2% | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 2 | 1% | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 1% | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1% | — |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 1% | — |
| Seats | 1 | 1% | — |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 1 | 1% | — |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.