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2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser: engine knocking or ticking

5 of the 618 complaints about the 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser describe engine knocking or ticking.

owner complaints
5
of this car's complaints
1%
recalls
0
Is there a fix? 9 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below

Engine knocking or ticking by model year

  • 2009
    1
  • 2008
    1
  • 2007
    1
  • 2006
    2
  • 2005
    4
  • 2004
    1
  • 2003
    3
  • 2001
    5

What owners say

Filed Apr 10, 2012 · Engine, Fuel system · NJ · fire

The engine starting making a ticking sound while I was driving uphill about 40 MPH. I stopped to check oil which was about 1/2 quart down. I proceeded to continue driving I went about another mile and the car started losing power. Unknown to me but the car was already on fire. Someone behind me alerted me and within a minute or two the pt cruiser was engulfed in flames.

Filed Jul 13, 2005 · Steering, Suspension · 32,191 miles · NY

Dt: the consumer stated the front end of the vehicle did not respond to a quick turn in either direction. The consumer took the vehicle the to dealership for an inspection and discovered that both front tie rod ends were worn and would not pass inspection. In addition the control arm had lost a bushing which created a knocking noise. The consumer has replaced tie rod ends as well as the control arm bushing. Dealer noted this was a common problem with the pt cruiser and this was a design flaw. The consumer contacted the manufacturer and they denied there was an issue with the pt cruiser and that all cars have grease fittings called "zirks" since repairs no problems as of yet. This failure occurred 32,191 miles. Chrysler did say they would reimburse $150 for the tie rods ends but that was all.

Filed Jan 26, 2005 · Suspension · 70,000 miles · AR

A knocking noise was coming from the front of the vehicle. The consumer was able drive to the dealer. The mechanic informed the driver that the left and right upper ball joints needed to be replaced. Please fill in additional information. *jb

Filed Mar 12, 2004 · Suspension · AZ

When driving at an undetermined speed consumer heard a knocking noise from the rear of the vehicle. Consumer took the vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that rear bearings failed". Consumer had the rear bearings replaced.

Filed Mar 25, 2003 · Suspension · 59,000 miles · MA

Rear suspension part broke. Bell crank broke causing a loud knocking noise. Dealer said that futher driving could have resulted in back suspension falling of of car in a catastophic failure.

Questions about the 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser knocking

Is engine knocking or ticking a common problem on the 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser?

5 of 618 owner complaints about the 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser (1%) mention engine knocking or ticking. The model year with the most reports is 2001.

Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser?

There are 0 recalls and 9 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.

Other symptoms on the 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser

Ball joint 40Headlights 23Stalling 21Airbag light 18No deployment 18Fire or smoke 17Overheating 15Tire blowout 13Battery drain 12Fuel leak 11Grinding brakes 10Check engine light 10Power steering loss 9Door locks 8Harsh shifting 8Pulling 8Transmission failure 8Fuel pump 6Oil consumption 6Seat belt 6Loss of power 5Steering noise 5Won't start 5

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