2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser Conv Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 26, 2015 · 6 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other PT Cruiser Conv years
Not enough data 2nd of 2 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser Conv. That ranks 2nd out of 2 PT Cruiser Conv model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (2 complaints, 33%), typically at around 139,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser Conv problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Electrical System2 · ~139,000 mi
Engine and Engine Cooling2 · ~26,500 mi
Electronic Stability Control (esc)1 · ~36,000 mi
Engine1 · ~36,000 mi
Seats1 · ~77,000 mi
Service Brakes1 · ~36,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System233%139,000——
Engine and Engine Cooling233%26,500——
Electronic Stability Control (esc)117%36,000——
Engine117%36,000——
Seats117%77,000——
Service Brakes117%36,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2011, with 2 complaints
2011: 2201122014: 2201422015: 220152

n = 6 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser Conv recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser Conv.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

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…

Electrical System · received Oct 26, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10786160

This is not an accident but a concern about the drivers seat...when i purchased the vehicle the drivers side seat control panel was broken, plastic parts would not hold. The dealership tried to tape it to fixed it. Lasted 5minutes!! They had too order a new control panel, replaced it, last about 3…

Seats · received Jul 27, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10743772

The gauges on my car heat up when the headlights are on. I had the bulbs taken out of the clock to see if that was the cause, but it doesn't help. The whole front dash heats up from the clock down to the gauges and get very, very hot. I am afraid there will be an electrical fire. Is there something…

Electrical System · received Sep 3, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10630555

Abs and stability control lamps illuminated, for the next week, the fault was intermittent. Workshop checked out fault, couldn't find fault with wheel sensors and couldn't reset fault. Developed into multiple instrument panel display indications, upto 10 flashing panel lights, and momentary power…

Service Brakes · received Feb 15, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10564442

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chrysler pt cruiser convertible. The contact stated that the front seal on the bottom of the crank case would leak oil. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the defect. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The failure mileage was 30,000 and the…

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Sep 15, 2011 · NHTSA complaint 10425558

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser Conv?

Owners most often report electrical system, engine and engine cooling, electronic stability control (esc) problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser Conv?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser Conv a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other PT Cruiser Conv model years, the 2007 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.