Chrysler PT Cruiser power windows problems

Filed Dec 5, 2015 · Steering, Transmission · OH

In july 2014 noticed back window on passenger was loose, window fell out while driving 11 2014... Had times when car was acting like it wasn't getting gas while driving and check eng. Light came on but would go out after it quit. Finally made it to an auto repair to have it scanned and part replaced after 9 mos. Setting. Ran good for one week then started acting up again doing the same thing. In august of 2015 I was approaching my home going down a big hill on my rd. Where the speed limit was 45 MPH with a semi right behind me. The cars speed was 45 thenwent down to 20 in a matter of seconds fast enough for the tires to squeal. I had my 2 yr. Old grandson in the back seat when this happened. I knew I couldn't make it in my driveway so I immediately turned on my 4ways and pulled in my neighbors house across the street so I didn't get ran over by the semi truck. Also when I had the car repaired in june of 1915 the steering in the car was real stiff and still is only when turning but has power steering fluid. Bought my own scanner and it says I now need to replace a trans. Control unit part # p0700 along with the part that was just replaced. I'm at wits end, would like to know if there are any recalls on any of these problems . Please help me because I really need my car and feel right now it is a death trap and don't know where else to turn.

Filed Apr 7, 2015 · Visibility · 109,800 miles · AL

While driving yesterday, the left rear quarter window fell out. Chrysler had a recall no. G01 for this problem, and I was told by the chrysler rep that the windows on this vehicle had been replaced under the recall and they could do nothing for me. The repair was not done properly or the window would have not separated from the vehicle, as vehicles should not have windows falling out of them driving down the road. I feel that chrysler did not properly address this safety issue. Note: I am an agent for the vehicle owner, she is an elderly person residing in assisted living. Her name is [xxx] . Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Jul 28, 2014 · Engine, Locks · 32,212 miles · WA

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chrysler pt cruiser. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the check engine warning indicator illuminated and the engine stalled. The vehicle failed to restart after multiple attempts. In addition, all of the windows would not roll up or down and the rear driver side door lock would not lock. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who stated that the cam shaft position sensor, lower arm bushings, sway bar link, and window motors needed to be replaced. The engine and windows were repaired and the manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 32,212. Updated 09/15/14*lj the consumer sstated the camsensor and motor stalled. The bushings were worn out at only 3200 miles. The windows went out in 2011 and the back door and locks weren't working. Updated 1/8/2015

Filed Feb 20, 2014 · Visibility · 117,000 miles · FL

Tl-the contact owns a 2005 chrysler pt cruiser. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 MPH. The rear driver's left side quarter panel window fell out. The vehicle had not been taken to a dealer for diagnosis or repairs. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 117,000.lj

Filed Aug 5, 2011 · Visibility · 17,271 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chrysler pt cruiser. The contact stated that while driving over a bump, the rear drivers side window fell down into the door panel. The contact was unable to bring the window back up once it fell down into the door panel. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, who diagnosed that the window regulator motor was defective and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The failure occurred a second time two years later. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was out of warranty. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 17,271 and the current mileage is 18,000. Updated 01/03/12*lj updated 01/04/12

Filed Jan 22, 2010 · Electrical · 79,000 miles · CA

I have a 2004 pt cruiser which I bought in nov 2005. First incident, rear left passenger window stopped working. Headlights and brake lights burn out very rapidly. Latest "big" problem started in june 2009, brother noticed my fog lamps on, not only had I not turned them on, I never used them before. Thought it was a random incident but battery kept dying. Finally determined in july 2008 by mechanic that the switch arm was malfunctioning and needed to be replaced. Told by dealership are back ordered and to "just unplug the lights" to fix. Mechanic replaced, thought problem solved. Then panel kept claiming door ajar. No door was open!!! Mechanic replaced door latch. Thought problem solved. Went out to car on 1/19/09, it was gone. City towed it due to complaint of my alarm going off and not shutting off. Cost me $234 to reclaim and find alarm is malfunctioning and battery being drained again!! Interior lights going off and on while driving. So far since june 2009, (battery, alternator, switch arm, door latch, towing) have spent about $1000 in repairs. I have yet to find out cost of alarm and obvious electrical repairs to come. Until reading other complaints, had no idea the smell of burning I have smelt on occasion may actually be coming from my own car. Do yourself a favor, don't ever buy a chrysler.

Filed Jul 31, 2008 · Visibility · 101,033 miles · AR

We have a 2001 chrysler pt cruiser. While driving on a freeway, the rear left wing window fell out and was run over by the vehicle following us. Fortunately, no one was hurt but it could have caused a serious accident. There is a recall on the 2005 model for this very problem (07v149000). Our local dealer told us to take up the issue of repair with chrysler, which we did, and they replied that they would not honor the recall for our model year, even though it is exactly the same problem. Therefore, I want to file a complaint so that the official record shows that the same problem does indeed exist in earlier models.

Filed Aug 23, 2007 · Visibility · 1,000 miles · FL

Tl*the contact owns a 2008 mitsubishi lancer (na). The contact received a recall notice for the rear window and had the window replaced. She took the vehicle to the dealer to have the window motor reinstalled and, when she arrived back home, the windows would not roll down. She has been attempting to notify the dealer, but they have not responded. The VIN, engine size, number of cylinders, powertrain, the federal safety agency recall number, and dealer information were unavailable. The current and failure mileages were 1,000.

Filed Sep 24, 2006 · Body, Visibility · 14,380 miles · OK

Driving at 65 MPH on an interstate highway when a rear quarter window fell out, blowing backwards and striking the following car. The window in question was only glued to its framework, no screws or clips of any sort. A recall to secure the window permanently, using something besides glue, is the only way to correct the failure.

Filed Jul 27, 2002 · Transmission · CA

1. Weather stripping on rear passenger window fell off. Dealer glued or taped to fix. Finally another dealer replaced assembly (plastic liner and rubber component). 2. Transmission oil pan leak. Dealer resealed gasket x 2 without success. Currently trying to replace oil pan. 7 days to repeatedly fix problem. Loaner car (same make amd model) has same problem.