2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs 2001 Toyota 4 Runner
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 | 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2001 Toyota 4 Runner |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 618 | 31 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 90 | 13 |
| Investigations | 3 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 36 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 17 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20 | 16–17 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 58,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chrysler PT Cruiser | Toyota 4 Runner |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 78 | 2 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 62 | 8 |
| Structure | 67 | 2 |
| Suspension | 66 | 2 |
| Steering | 61 | 1 |
| Wheels | 61 | 0 |
| Power Train | 47 | 4 |
| Exterior Lighting | 48 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 39 | 5 |
| Rust / corrosion | 28 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 20 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 19 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 17 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 17 | 0 |
| Overheating | 15 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 9 | 0 |
2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser
2001 Toyota 4 Runner
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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.