Chrysler PT Cruiser Conv Problems by Model Year
NHTSA recorded 30 consumer complaints across the 2 model years of the Chrysler PT Cruiser Conv (2006–2007) that have at least 5 complaints. 2006 has the most, with 24. Across all years, the part named most often is electrical system (15 mentions). Pick a model year below to see its parts, mileage, recalls and service bulletins.
All PT Cruiser Conv model years
Years with fewer than 5 complaints are not listed. The score compares years of the same model, allowing for the era and for how long each year has collected complaints: 50 is a typical year, lower means fewer complaints. It is not adjusted for sales volume.
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | TSBs | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 6 | 36,000 | 0 | 35 | — | Not enough data |
| 2006 | 24 | 49,500 | 0 | 29 | — | Stable |
Parts named most often, all years
Counts add up complaint mentions across the listed years. A complaint can name several parts.
- Electrical system15 37%
- Engine cooling7 17%
- Engine7 17%
- Steering3 7.3%
- Fuel system3 7.3%
- Vehicle speed control2 4.9%
- Transmission and drivetrain2 4.9%
- Other or unknown2 4.9%
Example complaints
One per model year, chosen for length and detail. Personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
2007: “While driving. All my warning gauges will come on and gauges flutter or drop to zero and engine might stall. This is happening numerous times and as all other complaints on this subject. No one can seem to find a problem. This is going to cause crashes. Chrysler had better take notice and have a re call on this., afraid to drive my car”
NHTSA complaint #10786160, filed 2015-10, 139,000 miles2006: “While highway driving, seat belt light comes on, then instrument panel lights go crazy and vehicle then shuts down - have to put in neutral to restart engine again. I see there are numerous complaints on the same issue. Dangerous situation and Chrysler needs to address the issue. Too expensive to play hit or miss with a dealership. I am frustrated and worried for safety when driving. Happens on highway and city driving.”
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About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Methodology