2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser engine and engine cooling problems
24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine and engine cooling on the 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser — 13% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“2005 chrysler pt cruiser. Consumer writes in regards to the fuel leak location on the inlet nozzle fuel tank. *smd the dealer stated check engine light on, cracked trim around a/c unit, trunk will not stay open, front brakes need replacing, and rear shock need to be replaced. *tr”
filed Apr 3, 2018
“I was on the freeway, and the road had a natural "bump" in it, causing a slight bit of lift with the vehicle, and the vehicle swayed from side to side, and I had to immediately slow down, and counter steer in order to keep it in my lane. I took it to my mechanic today, and the right lower motor…”
filed Sep 6, 2014
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Engine and Engine Cooling problems in other PT Cruiser years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 PT Cruiser | 1 | 5% |
| 2009 PT Cruiser | 4 | 4% |
| 2008 PT Cruiser | 5 | 4% |
| 2007 PT Cruiser | 27 | 18% |
| 2006 PT Cruiser | 36 | 10% |
| 2004 PT Cruiser | 23 | 11% |
| 2003 PT Cruiser | 29 | 11% |
| 2002 PT Cruiser | 38 | 7% |
| 2001 PT Cruiser | 62 | 10% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.