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The worst 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Electrical138
- Engine91
- Visibility47
- Airbags35
- Transmission28
- Lights21
- Steering18
- Body15
- Brakes15
- Driver assistance15
- Fuel system14
- Suspension9
- Tires8
- Acceleration7
- Seat belts7
- Seats5
- Locks2
- Wheels2
Specific symptoms reported on the 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser
Stalling 51Wipers 29Check engine light 24Warning lights 23Headlights 21Engine failure 18No deployment 16Airbag light 14Fuel gauge 12Loss of power 11Won't start 8Overheating 7Fire or smoke 5Fuel leak 5Fuel smell 5
Recalls 1
Visibility: glass, side/rear
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles, the rear quarter glass attaching fasteners may pull through their mounts and allow the glass to separate from the vehicle.
- Risk
- If the glass separates while driving, it could strike another vehicle or injure a pedestrian.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the rear quarter glass. The recall began on april 30, 2007. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 07V149000 · Recall details
See all 1 recalls for the 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser
Defect investigations
Rear quarter panel glass separation
Daimlerchrysler corporation (dcc) will recall model year 2005 and 2006 pt cruiser vehicles produced from 5/17/05 through 9/1/05 to correct a potential defect in the rear quarter panel glass that may separate from the vehicle.dcc will inspect the rear quarter panel glass and replace if necessary.dcc will begin notifying owners in may 2007. Vehicles produced prior to and after the above build dates are not affected.a change made by the assembly plant in may 2005 that modified the glass attachment LED to the potential for glass separation.in september 2005, subsequent changes to the process were made to correct this.this engineering analysis is closed.see recall 07v149 for additional details.
EA07004
Rear quarter panel glass separation
Odi has received reports that the either the left or the right rear quarter panel glass falls off the vehicle.some reports indicate that the glass fell off the vehicle while in motion and struck a following vehicle.in some cases damage to the following vehicle was reported.the complaint and warranty data are concentrated within a particular build date range from may to jun of 2005 for my 2005 vehicles and july to sep of 2005 for my 2006 vehicles.this preliminary evaluation (pe) is upgraded to ea07-004.
PE06046
Technical service bulletins for the 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser 55
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles
- KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number
- Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
- Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty
- Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs
- Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts
- Use of Aftermarket Parts
- Wiper If Mopar OE wipers are unavailable, the below alternatives can be offered instead
- Return: Wiring Assy
- Inspect and Return: Trim Cover Assy
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4‑cyl | FWD | 17-19 | 24-26 | 19-22 |
What 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Air bag warning light on
I heard a strange noise, so I looked under the front end of the car. Saw all that missing. This has happened in the last two weeks. I do not drive in bad weather.
all of the dash board instrument cluster lights turn on breifly,car speed starts to drop, lights on dash turn back off,[ all except seat belt lights] then car seems to restart itself and will reaccelerate.all this happens while we are driving in traffic at highway speeds, this is not good and could result in a very serious incident, not only for us but for othe
Fuel odor in passenger compartment investigated and fuel leak in the engine compartment was found. The leak is at the connection from the fuel tank to the fuel rail connection. The connection is on the vehicle right/passenger side and against the fire wall. If no recall, at least all registered drivers should be notified of the issue. Leak was discovered on 1st look due to google search of issue. Issue is noticed at start up and disappears (leak continues) with vehicle speed or with air flow dilution. Customers need to fix or face the possibility of a under hood fire. Thanks.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chrysler pt cruiser. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle downshifted to second gear independently. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated he parked on the side of the road. The contact restarted the vehicle and drove to his destination. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the transmission sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer had not been informed of failure. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.
The car has been overheating at idle. When driving, it maintains the correct temperature and returns to it even if it has gone up. Idling at a drive thru is enough to cause a full overheat with smoke. When the car is turned off, a loud bubbling can be heard. The entire fan assembly and harness was just replaced. Problem has been ongoing. Originally, fan would not turn off about 2 years ago. Even when car was off. Spent many months having to remove the fuse because the ran would run the engine dry of power. This would happen even after short drives when the car was in park and off.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chrysler pt cruiser. The contact stated while making a sharp left turn into her garage, there was an abnormal noise and the steering wheel was difficult to turn. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact parked the vehicle. While inspecting the vehicle, the contact became aware of power steering fluid leak from a hole on the power steering hose. The vehicle was towed to olympia chrysler jeep located at 2110 carriage dr sw, olympia, wa 98502, (360) 754-5500, where the vehicle was diagnosed and the contact informed that the power steering pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired as of yet. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 197,000.
I have a problem whit my steering wheel pump on my 06 pt. Cruiser and for what I have. Read on the internet there's is other years like 03 04 05 that have the same problem and is been fix by dealer but not on the 06 which I know alot other people have had the same issue as me and honestly this is pretty unsafe for drivers
On 12/21/2018 I took my car to the oregon department of environmental quality to have it inspected so I could get my new tags. I had passed every two years but not this time. I was told there was a new law that required the VIN to show up on the report when they hook up their equipment to my onboard computer/diagnostic system and mine did not. I was told it needed to be reprogrammed into my system by a chrysler dealership. I spent the next six months trying to find out why it was missing and who was responsible but just got the run around or offers to fix it for a lot of money that the deq inspector told me was unnecessary when I went through deq the second time in may of 2019. I even wrote to chrysler but to no avail. I don't understand why my car wasn't recalled if this information is required by law but mine is missing and shows up on the deq report. I've included the two reports I have from 12/21/2018 and 5/15/2019. I would appreciate any information you can give me. Thank you.
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Questions about the 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser
Is the 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser reliable?
Owners have filed 349 complaints about the 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser, 1.6 times a typical PT Cruiser model year.
What is the 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser year score?
The 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser scores 58 out of 100 (below average). The score compares it with the other model years of the Chrysler PT Cruiser: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser?
Electrical system, with 138 complaints, typically around 60,000 miles. Next is engine (91).
How many recalls does the 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser have?
1 recall, covering visibility.
What year does the Chrysler PT Cruiser have the most electrical problems?
The Chrysler PT Cruiser model years with the most electrical complaints are 2006 (138 complaints), 2002 (97 complaints) and 2001 (78 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser get?
Official estimates for the 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser range from 19 to 22 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.4L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 17-19 city and 24-26 highway.
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