Chrysler PT Cruiser tire blowout problems

Filed Aug 9, 2018 · Electrical, Engine · 78,407 miles · CA

Just under 78,000 miles turbo goes out, took to dealership, replaced turbo (took 6 mos) finally returned the vehicle and within 1 month head gasket goes out (blowing white smoke), while driving at 35 MPH on a side road (dealer says known problem, wants another $2000 for head gasket, local dealer says "the head gaskets for that car are the weak point, when you return the comp ratio to new/normal with a new turbo. It will blow the head gasket out") replaced myself (cant afford dealer) new head gasket (multi layered pos), new bolts (required), new timing belt, now it wont start, tested all sensors, cam, crank, o/p, water, throttle pos, replaced coil, replaced PCM, chased and inspected all wiring, still nothing engine cranks over, but-it will not start. Mechanics and dealers alike say its normal for this car but they have no idea or reason for it not starting, I keep being told to check this sensor, replace that $300 part, look here, look there, replace that (another$300) again. Chrysler has a known problem with this piece of crap and has never done anything about it I have been fighting this for 4 years now chrysler needs to repair this and reimburse for all the crap I've had to replace and all the b/s I've gone through. They knew the head gasket would blow out after a new turbo was installed, and did nothing about it, they have known about this no start/no crank issue these cars have, but have never done anything to address or fix the poor condition of their vehicles. Now there's a line that says its possibly the ignition switch that's causing the problem. Sounds to me like they sold the public a lemon and got away with it. Chrysler should be made to fix these pieces of garbage or buy them all back at what they sold for originally I will never buy another chrysler as long as I live. Not worth even using as a boat anchor.

Filed Apr 19, 2015 · Tires · 130,000 miles · AZ

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.

Filed Mar 5, 2014 · Body · 77,000 miles · NH

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chrysler pt cruise. The contact stated that while waiting at a traffic light, the spare tire separated from the vehicle. The bracket that held the spare tire was corroded. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician verified the corrosion. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 77,000.

Filed May 1, 2012 · Tires · 117,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chrysler pt cruiser equipped with goodyear eagle ls-2 tires. The contact stated that the driver was traveling 65 MPH when the front passenger tire blew. The contact purchased new tires and replaced both front tires. The vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed. The contact stated that the blow out occurred along the outer sidewall. The manufacturer of the tires were not notified. The failure mileage on the tires was 17,000. The vehicle failure mileage was 117,000. The VIN was unavailable.

Filed Jun 21, 2011 · Tires · 1,500 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chrysler pt cruiser with cooper dominator all season 55 tires, line size (p205/55/r16). The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle exhibited a loud noise as the contact lost control of the vehicle. The sidewalls of the front driver side tire separated, causing the wires to protrude from the tire. The vehicle was taken to a local repair shop where the failure was confirmed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance. The tires were replaced. The failure and current mileage was 15,000. Updated 07/20/11*lj the tire was replaced at the consumers expense. Updated 08/29/11

Filed Jan 19, 2011 · Tires · 26,500 miles · FL

Failure of aluminum valve stems on TPMS sensors resulting in rapid loss of tire pressure. Can result from simple service to add air to tires or during highway use resulting in loss of control similar to a blowout.

Filed Dec 22, 2010 · Wheels · IN

2001 chrysler pt cruiser original equipment 5-spoke chrome-plated wheels endemic corrosion problems. Corrosion causes tires to leak and go flat. Due to oem-equivalent size tires being low profile, difficult to visually see when tires are low or deflated. Have had multiple tire failures due to this problem. Tires with low pressures or flat at highway speeds create dangerous driving conditions.

Filed Jun 28, 2010 · Wheels · 39,000 miles · WA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chrysler pt cruiser. The contact stated that while traveling approximately 45 MPH, she experienced two tire blowouts on two separate occasions. The first blowout was on the rear driver side and the second was on the rear passenger side. The dealer replaced the rear passenger side rim and determined the rim was the actual cause of the tire failure. The other 3 rims were not replaced because the dealer advised there were no defects found on the rims. The contact experienced two additional tire blowouts due to the failure. The vehicle was left with the dealer where the contact was awaiting repairs and a diagnostic of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 39,000 and the current was unknown.

Filed Jun 7, 2010 · Acceleration · 50,000 miles · NY

Following an oil change and air filter replacement at a valvoline express shop, the technician used an air hose to blow out debris (seeds, nuts, etc.) from the air filter box. Approximately one mile after leaving the shop, the gas pedal on the car went loose, and the engine kept revving, steadily increasing the speed of the car. I was able to slow the car by braking hard and eventually switching to neutral, and pulled the car safely to the side of the road. The engine continued to rev as though I had the gas pedal to the floor. When I contacted the valvoline shop, they sent out a manager and technician to check the car. They quickly found that one of the "nuts" from the air filter box had become stuck in the throttle assembly, causing me to lose control of the cars acceleration. After removing the obstruction, there have been no further problems. Although I was able to control the car and bring it safely to a stop, this could have resulted in a serious accident under other conditions (heavy traffic, higher speeds, etc.). It seems that there should be a safety mechanism that recognizes when the brake is being applied while the throttle is wide open, and allows the driver to regain control. Also, I strongly believe that removing debris from the air filter box should be done with a vacuum rather than a high pressure air hose which essentially blows the debris throughout the engine compartment, potentially causing problems like this one. The affected vehicle was a 2008 chrysler pt cruiser touring with 50,000 miles , and was traveling at approximately 40 MPH when the accelerator failed.

Filed May 28, 2010 · Tires · 46,032 miles · AZ

Bridgestone, fuzion hri, tires can only be mounted one way with left (drivers side ) bead/tread pointing >, but passenger ( right side ) tires can only be mounted with bead/tread pointing <, this leads to right side tire failure; and vehicle handling on wet roads pulls to right; when hitting puddle at 55 MPH jerks car to right causing loss of control and accident.