2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser Recalls

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 04V268000Jun 3, 2004438,391 vehicles potentially affected
  Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections
  Covers: Chrysler PT Cruiser 2001–2005

  Reported issue: 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.

  Possible consequence: 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.

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• 02V215000Aug 8, 2002345,436 vehicles potentially affected
  Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery
  Covers: Chrysler PT Cruiser 2001–2002

  Reported issue: On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel pump module mounting flange could leak fuel if the vehicle is involved in a rollover crash.

  Possible consequence: 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.

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• 01V288000Sep 10, 200143,000 vehicles potentially affected
  Electrical system › Wiring › Interior/under dash
  Covers: Chrysler PT Cruiser 2002, Jeep Grand Cherokee 2002

  Reported issue: 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.

  Possible consequence: 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.

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NHTSA investigations

• PE04028Engine compartment firesClosed · Mar 15, 2004

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