2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
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 | 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 187 | 2,051 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 66 | 117 |
| Investigations | 2 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 11 | 82 |
| Fire reports | 12 | 24 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–22 | 14–17 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 60,000 mi | 80,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chrysler PT Cruiser | Jeep Grand Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 27 | 927 |
| Structure | 8 | 405 |
| Power Train | 13 | 253 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 0 | 163 |
| Engine | 11 | 134 |
| Air Bags | 10 | 95 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 24 | 78 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 10 | 88 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 18 | 282 |
| Vibration / shaking | 12 | 35 |
| Check engine light | 6 | 58 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 56 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 54 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 51 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 45 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 16 |
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
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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.