Chrysler PT Cruiser recalls

There are 9 safety recalls on record for the Chrysler PT Cruiser, covering 2,252,740 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

Chrysler PT Cruiser recalls by model year

2006 1 2005 3 2004 1 2003 2 2002 3 2001 5

All recalls

Visibility: glass, side/rearReported April 4, 2007 · 38,447 vehicles affected

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

Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slipReported October 8, 2004 · 115 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Certain passenger vehicles equipped with 4-wheel antilock braking system (ABS), 2.4l high output turbocharged engine, and 5-speed manual transaxle, may exhibit inadequate clearance between the left front brake tube and the transaxle housing.
Risk: Contact between the brake tube and the transaxle housing over an extended period of time may eventually lead to perforation of the brake tube, which could lead to a loss of braking force in the left front/right rear circuit of vehicle.
Remedy: Dealers will install revised brake tubes. The recall began october 25, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.

Recall number 04V481000 · Recall details

Steering: hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connectionsReported June 3, 2004 · 438,391 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 2.4l non-turbocharged engines and automatic transaxles, the power steering pressure hose may contact the automatic transaxle differential cover, potentially damaging the hose.
Risk: Power steering fluid leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in an underhood fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and relocate, or replace as necessary, the power steering hose and confirm torque of the hose fastener at the steering gear end. The recall began on september 20, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.

Recall number 04V268000 · Recall details

Power train: clutch assemblyReported March 10, 2003 · 816 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain passenger vehicles, manual transmission models only, a welded pin internal to the dual-mass flywheel (dmf) assembly can unseat and become lodged between the flywheel and the clutch disc.
Risk: If this occurs, the clutch may not disengage when the clutch pedal is depressed.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the flywheel and clutch assemblies with the updated design parts. Owner notification began on april 14, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.

Recall number 03V076000 · Recall details

Fuel system, gasoline: deliveryReported August 8, 2002 · 345,436 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel pump module mounting flange could leak fuel if the vehicle is involved in a rollover crash.
Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will install a secondary seal over the fuel pump module. Owner notification began august 12, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.

Recall number 02V215000 · Recall details

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsReported August 8, 2002 · 97,779 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel supply line could contact the air-conditioning tube service port. This can cause chafing of the line resulting in a fuel leakage.
Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the fuel line for abrasion and install a clip to ensure isolation. In cases with evidence of fuel line abrasion, the fuel line will be replaced. Owner notification began august 12, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.

Recall number 02V214000 · Recall details

Seats: front assembly: reclinerReported June 14, 2002 · 77,000 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." the right rear "65%" seat center lower anchor was manufactured with a wire diameter that is greater than the maximum allowable dimension as specified in the standard.
Risk: If the connector for a latch-type child restraint is not attached correctly to the anchorage points, the restraint will not properly protect a child in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the right rear seat center anchor and, if necessary, resize the anchor to meet the diameter specified within the standard. Owner notification began november 4, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.

Recall number 02V162000 · Recall details

Electrical system: wiring: interior/under dashReported September 10, 2001 · 43,000 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: certain sport utility vehicles are being recalled for a software error in the instrument cluster microprocessor. Under certain conditions, the cluster, with the majority of its gauges, illumination, and warning lamps, could become inoperative.
Risk: Driving the vehicle with an inoperative cluster could cause a distraction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will re-flash the cluster software to correct the condition. Owner notification began october 8, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.

Recall number 01V288000 · Recall details

Child seatReported November 9, 2000 · 1,211,756 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles, pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." some of the owner's manuals for these vehicles are missing instructions that provide a step-by-step procedure, including diagrams, for properly attaching a child restraint system's tether strap to the tether anchorage.
Risk: In the event of a crash, the child seat may not be properly attached increasing the risk of injury to the child.
Remedy: Owners will be provided with an addendum to the owner's manuals.

Recall number 00V366000 · Recall details

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How many recalls does the Chrysler PT Cruiser have?

9, covering visibility, service brakes, hydraulic and steering.

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