2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 18about this part
- Share
- 10%of 187 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 71,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 18 complaints about the steering of the 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser, 10% of the 187 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 71,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The power steering system in general is faulty. We have paid to fix the power steering pressure switch & the high pressure power steering hose & now the pump itself has gone out. Would love to see this whole line of vehicles recalled. We were driving when all of these problems persisted & I know that our vehicle isn't the only one having this problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10940440, filed 2017-01, 152,530 miles“There is a clicking sound when the steering wheel is turn to either side. I had the power steering pressure switch replace twice and the rack and pinion replace and the car still makes a clicking sound when the wheel is turn. Dealership replace the part and an individual mechanic has replace the same switch. To no avil , I'm having this problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10968508, filed 2017-03, 99,000 miles“My 2005 Pt Cruiser Chrysler at 49,661 miles was in an accident right front end there was no problems before when car was returned it was making a noise that is coming from the right tire when I returned it to the insurance company progressive they had it looked at and stated the front bearing and hub was gone and that this is a common problem as I checked some sites on line it appears to happen all the time and neither the insurance nor e Chrysler feels this defect is any of there faults.”
NHTSA complaint #10258383, filed 2009-02, 49,661 miles“I have had nothing but trouble with my 2005 Chrysler Pt Cruiser, but the final straw is when, after filling the gas tank and starting it - the car backfired and blew the plugs. Cost to replace $2,900.00. This happening right after I spent $1,400.00 to replace bushings and tie rods. Chrysler corporate asked me to take it to one of their dealers in which I did. Chrysler corporate nor the dealer will discuss the factory defect stating no know reason for a vehicle to blow two plugs when it only has 81,000 miles on it.”
NHTSA complaint #10224157, filed 2008-04, 81,013 miles“In 2007 I was driving when I started hearing a knocking sound in my tires. I was had the vehicle checked immediately, but no determination was found. Over the year I was forced to replace my tires 3 times because they would wear and I would slide and the tires would skid in simple weather. In march of 2008 I had to repair more tires and my ball joints on both sides in the front with wheel alignments. Also in 2007 I started hearing a squealing sound in the engine, I had it checked immediately and was told my power steering pump would need replacing. …”
NHTSA complaint #10255791, filed 2009-01, 60,000 milesRelated recalls
- 04V268000Jun 3, 2004On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 2.4l non-turbocharged engines and automatic transaxles, the power steering pressure hose may contact the automatic…Covers: Chrysler PT Cruiser 2001–2005
Related service bulletins
- 10017651Nov 2, 2005Revised power steering system bleeding procedures.
- 10011958Nov 29, 2004Power steering fluid contamination.
Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 3 | 14% |
| 2009 | 6 | 6% |
| 2008 | 5 | 4% |
| 2007 | 11 | 7% |
| 2006 | 18 | 5% |
| 2005 | 18 | 10% |
| 2004 | 24 | 11% |
| 2003 | 29 | 11% |
| 2002 | 45 | 9% |
| 2001 | 61 | 10% |
Other parts of the 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
27 complaintsEngine cooling
24 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
22 complaintsSuspension
18 complaintsExterior lighting
17 complaintsFuel system
16 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
13 complaintsEngine
11 complaintsWheels
11 complaintsAir bags
10 complaintsBrakes
10 complaintsVehicle speed control
10 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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