2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Convertible suspension problems

Filed Sep 29, 2012 · Suspension · 50,000 miles · FL

The front wheel bearings are shot and dangerous. Several thousand others are having the same problem.

Filed Dec 14, 2011 · Suspension · 98,000 miles · WA

My pt cruiser convertible started making a thumping noise when I would turn. The noise would come from the front passenger side. Limped it to les schwab and was told I needed to replace struts and some plate thing that goes on top. I will have to $750.00 out of pocket. I have read numerous complaints and believe this should be a recall.

Filed Sep 9, 2011 · Suspension · 30,000 miles · NJ

Heard thumping noise on right passenger side and new tires wore out prematurely. Mechanic investigated and found front end sealed bearings were completely shot. Since car is no longer under warranty it cost us $800 to repair. Based on the other complaints we have found, this seems to be a recurring problem with this model and should be subject to recall.

Filed Dec 27, 2010 · Suspension · 30,000 miles · CA

Thumping noise followed by loss of brakes in a short distance (30 miles) wheel bearing failure which damaged axel and destroyed brakes' brakes and axel and bearing replaced on drivers side - now passenger side is defective too and needs replacement - car has only 30k miles- bearings are sealed type,cannot be relubed, car is 2005 chrysler p t cruiser convertible.

Filed Oct 28, 2009 · Suspension · DC

Consumer wants to know if there are any recalls for the front wheel bearing on their 2005 pt cruiser. *nj while driving recently, the consumer and his wife felt a vibration in the floor. The consumer inspected the vehicle and discovered the front wheel bearing was defective.

Filed Jan 23, 2009 · Suspension · 35,591 miles · NY

Left side front wheel bearing failure. I regret not having saved the broken bearing. The failure occurred at slow speed while making a left turn and was signaled by a vary loud crunching sound. It was sudden and severe enough that we determined it need immediate repair. We consider ourselves lucky this occurred as we pulled off a four lane highway. Our previous speed had been about 60 MPH. This car has had regular maintenance had been serviced at the chrysler dealer with in the past three months.

Filed Jun 19, 2008 · Suspension · 42,000 miles · MA

While driving felt like car was going over mini-speed bumps. Took it to tire store and found out it wasn't the tires and they recommended the dealership. At the dealership they informed me it was the left-front bearing and I shouldn't be driving on it at all because the wheel could fall off. Had it repaired there. Picked up vehicle a week later and steering still didn't feel right. Took it back and they determined that the right front knuckle needed repaired. Also had it done there because I was visiting from out of town and needed work completed to get back home. Less than 9 mths later and car sounds like an airplane. Living on different coast so went to a recommended mechanic. Informed left front bearing needs repaired.

Filed May 13, 2008 · Body, Suspension · 61,000 miles · FL

2005 pt cruiser convertible 5 spd manual. Have been very unsatisfied w/ car's performance. Bearings in both front axles had to be replaced at 61,000 miles b/c of significant wear, making car unsafe to drive. Right front wheel squeaked when I turned or just drove straight, and started making thumping noise in axle as I drove. Also, roof has a minor leak into trunk when it rains hard; cannot find the source where it is leaking.

Filed Mar 6, 2008 · Suspension · 56,000 miles · WA

Front wheel bearings are shot with just 56,000 miles.

Filed Mar 2, 2008 · Suspension · 15,600 miles · CA

Wheel vibration and loose steering then grinding noise; found both front wheel bearing bad on 2005 chrysler pt cruiser - mileage is 15, 600; waiting for repair at dealer - estimate of $500 - $600 to repair plus alignment costs.