2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs 2010 Ford Escape
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 | 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2010 Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 22 | 2,068 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 52 | 49 |
| Investigations | 0 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 29 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21 | 20–32 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 25,229 mi | 60,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chrysler PT Cruiser | Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 558 |
| Power Train | 0 | 508 |
| Engine | 5 | 493 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 0 | 440 |
| Steering | 3 | 422 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 216 |
| Structure | 1 | 84 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 0 | 70 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 355 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 269 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 156 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 122 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 83 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 80 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 56 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 0 | 21 |
2010 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.