2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs 2006 Jeep Commander
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 | 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2006 Jeep Commander |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 349 | 1,635 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 55 | 64 |
| Investigations | 2 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 35 | 70 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 12 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–22 | 14–16 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 57,500 mi | 75,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chrysler PT Cruiser | Jeep Commander |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 138 | 687 |
| Power Train | 28 | 295 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 36 | 247 |
| Engine | 55 | 203 |
| Structure | 15 | 189 |
| Air Bags | 35 | 62 |
| Steering | 18 | 68 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 79 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 60 | 575 |
| Check engine light | 13 | 73 |
| Airbag warning light | 11 | 23 |
| Overheating | 7 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 6 | 73 |
| Electrical failures | 6 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 43 |
2006 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.