I purchased 4 new douglas extra-trak ii tires at walmart and within only a few months was having major "alignment" type issues. I thought maybe the tires needed to be balanced and rotated and have the pressure checked. Walmart tech had one of my tires that was a few lbs low and it blew out after he put it back up to appropriate levels. Blow out was out the side and not visible from the outside of the tire. Other side bulges were found on the other tires. Since the tires had been driven, walmart only gave me a "discount" on replacing the one that blew out - the others were my problem according to them. These tires are obviously defective and not safe.
2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser tires problems
14 complaints (3% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 20,000.
- owner complaints
- 14
- of this car's complaints
- 3%
- typical mileage
- 20,000
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Valve1
- Tread/belt1
- Pressure monitoring and regulating systems1
- Bead1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Chrysler PT Cruiser tires problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser tires
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
What 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 chrysler pt cruiser. The vehicle has cooper tires, size at205/55/r16 (na). While driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle vibrated moderately and the front driver's side tire blew out. The vehicle was towed to a local rest stop and the tire was replaced. The manufacturer stated that the dot number was excluded from the federal safety agency campaign id number 08t029000 (tires:tread/belt). The cause of the failure has not yet been determined. The failure and current mileages were 20,000.
Was driving along and the transmission went out at about 35,598.00 miles . The brakes make a god awful noise I have had them checked they say nothing is wrong but I don't believe them the brain box went out the same time as the tranmission. The dashboard on top has cracked for no reason the car is garage kept it pulls to the right for no reason they say and it has started making rattling noises from the passenger side the trunk lid shocks are given out and the car just turned to 40,000.00 miles I think they make them to break at a certain tine and no one will do anything about theses problems I think my next car might be a toyota at least they don't fall apart so easy because I baby this car like its the only one I will ever own if chrysler wanted to do the right thing they would take this lemon back and give me a new one free of charge and I would do the chrysler adversement all over it for them as long as it looks good . Because I have no money for another new automobile have a family to take care of and im not allowed to work anymore this would be a great thin tanks for listening.
Tbc sigma regent touring tire, tread separated from tire causing the whole rear driver side quarter panel and rear fascia to blow off of vehicle ,tires were purchased a few years ago less than 20,000 miles on tires .
Filling tires with air every other day . Tire service dealer said he has seen several other pt cruiser with same problem. What can be done . I have bought 2 1/2 sets of new tires since 5/2/06.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 chrysler pt cruiser. He noticed the left front tire pressure was low due to a split in the middle of the tire. The current and failure mileages were 8,429.
Goodyear tire model p205/50r17 eagle rsa. Tire kept going flat and when examined there was a circular crack around the tread, almost like a retread would separate, car would not pass inspection until tires replaced. Tires came with car as an option.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving the vehicle there is a chemical smell which gave contact headaches and an occasional sore throat. The dealership inspected the vehicle and determined there was not a defect in the vehicle. *ak the front end of the vehicle was out of alignment. There was excessive wind noise when the windows were rolled up. The speakers made a loud noise. The rear seat backing was replaced. Updated 07/25/06.
Crack in windshield down underneath the rubber the crack grew and grew. *bf the gear shift broke, and the rear passenger tire went flat.
2002 chrysler pt cruiser with chrome plated 5-spoke wheels; chrome plating has bubbled/corroded on the sealing surface of the tire bead. This has caused slow leakage of air in tires. Unless the pressure is adjusted weekly or more often, the tire pressure gets low causing excessive wear and overheating which could lead to catastropic failure. This condition progresses over time and exposure to road caustics & salt.
Questions about the 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser tires
Does the 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser have tires problems?
Owners have filed 14 complaints about the tires of the 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser, 3% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser tires problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 20,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser tires?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Chrysler PT Cruiser have bad tires?
The Chrysler PT Cruiser model years with the most tires complaints are 2001 (23 complaints), 2002 (14 complaints) and 2003 (11 complaints).
Other 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser problems
Electrical 97Body 67Engine 60Lights 57Steering 45Airbags 44Suspension 40Brakes 37Transmission 35Wheels 21Fuel system 20Visibility 14Acceleration 13Seats 9Seat belts 8Driver assistance 3Locks 3
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