2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs 2006 Ford Freestyle
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 Ford Freestyle |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 349 | 1,300 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 55 | 23 |
| Investigations | 2 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 35 | 42 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 10 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–22 | 19–20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 57,500 mi | 75,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chrysler PT Cruiser | Ford Freestyle |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 602 |
| Power Train | 28 | 484 |
| Electrical System | 138 | 84 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 36 | 144 |
| Engine | 55 | 114 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 | 85 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 8 | 53 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 | 49 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 60 | 228 |
| Check engine light | 13 | 86 |
| Airbag warning light | 11 | 0 |
| Overheating | 7 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 6 | 50 |
| Electrical failures | 6 | 8 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 14 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 417 |
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser
2006 Ford Freestyle
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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.