2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser wheels problems

Filed Aug 10, 2017 · Wheels · 73,000 miles · TX

Wheel bearings keep going out. This time it affected my gear shift.

Filed Sep 6, 2016 · Wheels · 95,350 miles · MO

Repeated wheel failures causing tire seals to leak air. Multiple tire replacements (5), multiple seal failures resulting in air replacement. I am forced to check my tire pressure every time I use my vehicle since I cannot trust that the seals have held or failed at any given time. Every auto repair and tire specialist I have spoken with is well aware of this issue. So far I have spoken to 3 different auto repair specialists and 4 tire specialists. The "when did this happen" option below only affords me 1 entry, but, this has been happening since I purchased the vehicle in 2013.

Filed Jan 19, 2010 · Wheels · 33,000 miles · MA

2003 chrysler pt cruiser factory chrome rims 17" corroding and flake off causing the air pressure to drop overnight. Causing an unsafe condition resulting in lose of control and unusual tire wear.

Filed Dec 29, 2009 · Wheels · 153,000 miles · NC

Oem 17" chrome wheels on 2003 chrysler pt cruiser gt corrode, flake off, and tires lose pressure overnight. Low tire pressure can cause the vehicle to go out of control or skid. The consumer is forced to check tire pressure twice a day. Forgetting to do this, even once, can lead to an unsafe driving condition.

Filed Feb 19, 2008 · Wheels · 42,000 miles · MA

Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chrysler pt cruiser. The contact stated that all of the original rims are rusting and flaking on the inside. The rims destroy any tire that is placed on the vehicle. The dealer stated that nothing could be done. The purchase date was unknown. The current mileage was 62,000 and failure mileage was 42,000.

Filed Sep 10, 2007 · Wheels · 80,000 miles · WI

Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chrysler pt cruiser. The contact stated that the front passenger side rim was rotting from the inside out and causing excessive wear on the tire. As a result, he has placed air in the tire at least once a day for the past four months. The dealer and manufacturer were notified. The current mileage was 84,655 and failure mileage was 80,000. The consumer stated now has a 2nd tire that he has to maintain air in every other day. The consumer stated the problem is the center hub cover because it snaps in place and leaves space for sail and other materials to enter. Updated 10/23/07

Filed Jul 9, 2007 · Wheels · NY

The vehicle has oem chrome alloy wheels. Due to corrosion the tires will not properly seal and the tires constantly leak air pressure. Due to corrosion the nuts and lugs do not screw on/off with normal torque. Due to corrosion the center caps will not stay securely on the wheel.

Filed Nov 28, 2006 · Wheels · 79,528 miles · ME

Dt*: the contact stated a deflated tire was noticed on the vehicle. After inflating the tire, it was driven to the dealer who determined oxidation on the rims caused slow leaks in all four tires and suggested replacing the rims.

Filed Oct 3, 2005 · Wheels · 13,000 miles · NY

Dt: the wheels are cast aluminum with a metal chrome plate put on it, allowing air leakage around the rims. There was corrosion between the wheels and axle. A mechanic told the consumer that he had seen other similar vehicles with the same problem. There was a high chance that the wheel and axle will separate. The problem first started on december of 2004. There have been no accidents as of yet. *ak updated 12/07/05.

Filed Jul 12, 2005 · Wheels · 39,000 miles · MI

Dt: the spare tire did not fit on the rim of the front tires. The car has been taken to the dealership and they would not replace the tire. The manufacturer has been contacted also and they were not any help either. The owner has tried to put the spare tire on the front when she had a flat, but that did not work. The spare also doesn't fit the front. This has been a problem since 2004, when the owner noticed it. The owner went and bought brand new tires, but did not buy a 5th tire to make a new spare. It is the rim that is the problem, not the tire itself.