2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs 2002 Jeep Liberty
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2002 Jeep Liberty |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 511 | 1,808 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 68 | 94 |
| Investigations | 2 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 40 | 174 |
| Fire reports | 34 | 21 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–22 | 16–17 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 51,869 mi | 83,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chrysler PT Cruiser | Jeep Liberty |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 44 | 546 |
| Suspension | 40 | 494 |
| Electrical System | 97 | 118 |
| Structure | 67 | 108 |
| Steering | 45 | 78 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 38 | 85 |
| Power Train | 35 | 84 |
| Seat Belts | 8 | 110 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Overheating | 25 | 14 |
| Stalling | 23 | 86 |
| Vibration / shaking | 19 | 40 |
| Rust / corrosion | 18 | 50 |
| Check engine light | 9 | 37 |
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 6 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 6 | 30 |
2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser
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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.