2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs 2001 Toyota Sequoia
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2001 Toyota Sequoia |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 618 | 530 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 90 | 164 |
| Investigations | 3 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 36 | 20 |
| Fire reports | 17 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20 | 14 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 58,000 mi | 120,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chrysler PT Cruiser | Toyota Sequoia |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 67 | 101 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 0 | 124 |
| Suspension | 66 | 48 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 13 | 101 |
| Steering | 61 | 51 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 29 | 81 |
| Electrical System | 78 | 31 |
| Power Train | 47 | 35 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 39 | 20 |
| Rust / corrosion | 28 | 104 |
| Vibration / shaking | 20 | 67 |
| Clunking / rattling | 19 | 6 |
| Electrical failures | 17 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 17 | 0 |
| Overheating | 15 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 9 | 0 |
2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser
2001 Toyota Sequoia
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.