2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs 2007 Honda CR-V
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 | 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2007 Honda CR-V |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 149 | 885 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 12 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 53 | 103 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 18 | 34 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–22 | 22–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 53,500 mi | 82,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chrysler PT Cruiser | Honda CR-V |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 28 | 267 |
| Electrical System | 22 | 264 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 232 |
| Structure | 0 | 75 |
| Power Train | 17 | 36 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 27 | 15 |
| Steering | 11 | 31 |
| Suspension | 8 | 34 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 13 | 26 |
| Check engine light | 10 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 9 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 13 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 23 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 7 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 6 |
2007 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.