Recalls ·2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser

2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser; the most frequently affected component is visibility — glass, side/rear. Owners filed 349 complaints, most often about electrical system. Among the 6 model years of this model in the database, 2006 ranks #6 for number of recalls.

Recalls1
Complaints349
Crashes reported2in stored complaints

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Recalls (1)

Visibility — Glass, side/rearCampaign 07V149000 · 04 Apr 2007

Problem: On certain passenger vehicles, the rear quarter glass attaching fasteners may pull through their mounts and allow the glass to separate from the vehicle.

Risk: If the glass separates while driving, it could strike another vehicle or injure a pedestrian.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear quarter glass. The recall began on april 30, 2007. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

What owners complain about

Share of the 40 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Electrical system13 · 32%
Engine9 · 22%
Power train8 · 20%
Fuel/propulsion system6 · 15%
Unknown or other4 · 10%
Air bags3 · 8%
Exterior lighting3 · 8%
Structure3 · 8%

When complaints were filed

201710
20188
201912
20205
20212
20222
20251

From owner complaints

Engine lights come on randomly. Idle speeds inconsistent. Windshield cracked straight across

Electrical system · Dec 2018 · NHTSA complaint record

Engine lights come on randomly. Idle speeds inconsistent. Windshield cracked straight across we had no idea what happened until we read an article about chrysler’s defective totally integrated power modules problems titled “chrysler tipms causing power problems

Power train · Dec 2019 · NHTSA complaint record

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chrysler pt cruiser. The contact stated that the transmission would downshift to lower gears while driving approximately 40 mph. The check engine warning indicator illuminated. In addition, the speedometer, headlights, and power windows failed to function while driving. The vehicle was…

Power train · Nov 2017 · NHTSA complaint record

Low beam headlights not working went out and bought new headlights and that is not the problem, and also blinkers to not flash from outside of car, also went out and bought bulbs this was not the problem. This is a safety related defect. The intergrated power module 2006 chrysler or cruiser controls headlights blinker…

Exterior lighting · Oct 2017 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

Recalls per model year for this model.

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Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.