2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser: check engine light

Filed Sep 9, 2015 · Body, Steering · 155,621 miles · MD

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chrysler pt cruiser. The contact stated that the service engine warning light flickered and suddenly remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the underbody prematurely rusted and could fracture at any moment. The vehicle was also taken to an independent repair who diagnosed that the casing for the frame needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. In addition, the contact stated that power steering fluid had to be constantly added to the vehicle. The vehicle was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 04v268000 (steering). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 155,621.

Filed Feb 21, 2010 · Engine · NY

Engine light on/225+k miles, car mechanically sound, code p0601, runs good. Bought in 2003 off daewoo lot. Used. With 12+k miles. Changed: valve cover,3 pcv's,egr tube,intake. Normally change synthic oil sae 5/30 oil every 14k miles. With two oil filter changes every 7k miles., spark plugs every 6mos,with wires. Mechanic takes off light, goes back on after the engine is turned back on.

Filed Jul 30, 2008 · Acceleration, Brakes · 68,000 miles · WI

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chrysler pt cruiser. The contact purchased the vehicle in november of 2007 and the wiring harness was replaced due to electrical failures. In april of 2008, while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle accelerated on its own. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and they replaced the brake pads and calipers. Recently, the engine light illuminated on the instrument panel. The dealer's diagnostic indicated that the transmission solenoid switch needed to be replaced, along with the power steering pump. The dealer stated that the warranty does not cover the parts. The manufacturer stated that there were no recalls that applied to her VIN. The failure mileage was 68,000 and current mileage was 75,551.

Filed Aug 2, 2006 · Brakes, Engine · 14,420 miles · CA

) on 9/2/03 I had to take the car in to have the brakes checked. Problem found was the front right caliper piston stuck > closed causing uneven wear > of brakes pads ( metal to metal on front right and 50% pads on other three). Dealer replaced the caliper piston, replaced pads and machined rotors. Had to get a rental for one day. 2) on 2/21/05 had the car in the shop again to have the tires rotated and brakes checked. Dealer said although the pads where wearing evenly now, they stated "but worn out front and rear", need to be replaced. Brakes front and rear, replaced front rotors, resurfaced rear rotors" this time I had to have a rental for three days. 3) on 3/12/05 not even a month later, while I was driving on the freeway to work the, entire windshield became engulfed with steam, I could not see a thing and the wipers could not take the steam away, so again I had to head back to the dealership to have this checked out. Dealer stated "found engine cooling fan not working & radiator cap not holding pressure" " replaced fan and radiator cap". Another rental for two days. 4) on 6/14/06, 161 miles after the extended warranty runs out, I have a major transmission problem. Engine light comes on, I get the car to the shop and the dealer states transmission solenoid pack shorted out and damaged the controller and I had to have this item replaced. No rental required this time but the bill was $1055.66 on my dime. Now ....the grand daddy of them all! 5) the car was back at the dealer on 8/1/06 for the same front right caliper piston issue as on 9/2/03, but on my dime this time.

Filed Sep 15, 2005 · Electrical · FL

Fog lights wouldn't turn off unless battery was disconnected. Engine light was on. Car indicated overheating. Smoke coming from hazard button. After removing multi-function switch, found that wiring harness connector on left side was melted. Battery was dead, bought new battery. After starting car with multi-function switch disconnected, no overheating, no smoke. Dealership indicated $3000 to repair the wiring harness and bought new multi-function switch for $80. Found over 100 similar problems on different websites. Part should be recalled. Websites: ptdoityourself.net/tl/tl-index2.html postings: 191,288,725,862,465,589,824,878,1042,1068,1302,1278,1238,1212. Edmunds.com/insideline/do/forumslanding postings: 249,250,241,229,232,233,234,235,237,219,220,222,225,227,228,210,211,213,218,202,206,191,198 the federal safety agency.dot.gov complaint: 10130928,10130890,10131743,8018628,10106442,10127101.

Filed Jul 25, 2005 · Engine, Steering · AR

2001 pt cruiser developed a problem where it stalled in traffic on several occasions.*mr the engine light illuminated before the vehicle stalled. The consumer received a recall regarding the power steering pressure hose. The consumer wanted the dealer to inspect the vehicle to see if recall related issue was causing the vehicle to stall, however the dealer wanted more money.

Filed Oct 29, 2004 · Steering · AL

Prior to receiving a recall notice on the power steering hose. On 2 separate occasions I had my oil changed the mechanic said he topped off my power steering fliud it was a little low. When I received the recall notice I arranged to have the hose repaired (serra crysler,jeep etc). I was told by the mechanic that the hose was damaged and must be replaced. The check engine light came on after diagonistic checking I was told that the power steering switch was bad and needed replacing. This cost $68.00. My question is if the powering steering assist hose,piping & connections are bad, did that contribute to the power steering switch going bad? The manager jay jordon said that one had nothing to do with the other. So I paid for the switch & labor. Could someone let me know if this is a contributing factor so others will be prepared to pay the extra cost.

Filed Mar 1, 2004 · Fuel system · 44,500 miles · WI

Consumer stated that the engine light came on, when the consumer went to have an oil change, the light went off. A week later the engine light came back on and stayed on. The consumer then called the mechanic/dealer and was told to bring the vehicle in. After the was examined, the consumer was told that the leak detector pump needed to be replaced. The consumer stated that last year there was a recall on the fuel pump and she thinks that this problem could be related. She said she was told by chrysler that they would not help with the repairs. *jb the engine light had come on again. The service dealer suggested that the light would go off then the problem would correct itself. Recall# 0345436

Filed Jun 6, 2003 · Acceleration, Brakes · 30,077 miles · NH

Vehicle was parked for approx. Two days, started vehichle and all lights on the instrument panel stayed on; brake light, ABS light, engine light, security light, crusie control, etc. As well as words "no bug" over the odemeter/mileage gage. These lghts would not go off after turning the engine on and off several times. The engine light stays on and will not shut off. Scheduled an appointment with dealer to connect to computer.

Filed May 8, 2001 · Engine · LA

Engine drive belt assembly failed. Dealer had car over 15 days to repair. Now, engine light comes on. Not reliable for travel. Chrysler unresponsive to concerns.