2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs 2009 Nissan Murano
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 | 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2009 Nissan Murano |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 97 | 635 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 47 | 101 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 24 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–23 | 20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 45,127 mi | 83,568 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chrysler PT Cruiser | Nissan Murano |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 0 | 253 |
| Electrical System | 60 | 83 |
| Air Bags | 7 | 91 |
| Power Train | 7 | 69 |
| Engine | 26 | 33 |
| Steering | 6 | 34 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 14 | 16 |
| Structure | 0 | 29 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 26 | 23 |
| Loss of power | 9 | 12 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 48 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 44 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 25 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 10 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 9 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 6 |
2009 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.