Dt*: the contact stated while driving 45 MPH on normal road conditions, the vehicle had difficulties with the steering. Upon inspection, the tires appeared flat. This became present after the renewal of all four tires at a tire shop. The vehicle was taken to the dealership who balanced the tires and performed an alignment. The problem reoccurred and the dealership did not assume any responsibility about the defect. The vehicle remained inoperable. The manufacturer was contacted who declared the problem occurred on vehicle's operated in snow belt states but provided no solution.
2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser wheels complaints
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Dt*: the contact stated, on 3/1/05 all tires were low. Upon inspection by the service dealer, corrosion was found on the rims of all four tires, causing the seal between the tire and rims to be broken. The tires were removed and all tires and rims were cleaned and placed back onto the vehicle. The manufacturer was alerted. The manufacturer determined there was no liability on the manufacturer because the vehicle's warranty was expired. Updated 11/3/2006 -
2002 limited edition pt cruiser - wheels defective. The aluminum alloy wheels have completely deteriorated (peeling and flaking) underneath the chrome plating (inside and out), causing the wheels to continually leak air and weaken the structural integrity of the wheel, making the vehicles unsafe. The bead lip deteriorated to the point of breaking the rim. To fix the problem, the wheels had to be replaced. This vehicle has less than 39,000 miles. This not normal wear and tear. I am reporting this to prevent injuries and crashes.
Tires fail to hold/maintain air pressure..chrome rims peeling ,lose air pressure from 35 lbs down to 15 lbs in a week period of time. Dealer agrees there is a problem, retail tire dealers have seen numerous problem rims. Manufacturer will not resolve the problem. This is unsafe.. Can cause roll over..blow outs.
Had tires changed at dealer. After tire change, two of the tires began leaking. After several trips to the dealer to have them checked, dealer finally decided that the chrome-plated rims were corroded and had to be replaced. Now, after having two more tires replace, the new tires are leaking and I am afraid that I will have to pay for two more rims.
Was losing massive amounts of air from left rear tire. Took it to sears, for tire repair, and was told that the tire was fine, but that the chrome plated wheel was severely corroded at the bead. Then took car to dealer, where the mechanic said that the wheel was beyond repair, and ordered a new one. Replaced a week later. Ok since, however I now have two more wheels doing the same thing. Warranty has expired, not sure what to do. I am afraid that the wheels may fail.
Wheel rim oxidation is causing tire/rim leak with new tires. This leak must be filled daily and runs the risk of tire failure and an accident. This leak is on a 2002 pt dream cruiser with 35837 miles
Dt: consumer states: has problems with the rims that are chrome plated and deteriorating. Also, the valve stems are deteriorating. Goodyear claims gm is having an issue with chrome plated rims. It is causing the valve stems just to malfunction. Dealer has done one rim replacement under warranty, said it was a courtesy .*ak stems were leaking from corrosion of rim after rim replacement. *ak goodyear 59tbswas touring 205/55r16 89t.
Chrome plated aluminum wheels on 2002 chrysler pt cruise limited. Chrome peels off and the rim leaks air.. Local dealer was well aware of the problem.
Rims corroded along the lugs area. Dealer was notified.
Chrome plating 5 spoke wheels chrome plating has bubbled/corroded on the sealing surface of the tire bead. *ph this has caused the tire to leak air.
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