2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser Electrical System Problems
Owners have filed 97 complaints with NHTSA about electrical system problems on the 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser, 19% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 63,565 miles. The words owners use most often: “instrument cluster” (11% of reports).
- 97electrical system complaints
- 63,565median miles at failure
- 1mention a crash
- 4mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- 30%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Instrument cluster: mentioned in 11 of 97 complaints (11%)
- Turn signal: mentioned in 8 of 97 complaints (8%)
- Multi function switch: mentioned in 6 of 97 complaints (6%)
- Door locks: mentioned in 6 of 97 complaints (6%)
At what mileage do electrical system problems happen?
Based on 74 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 97 complaints, 1 mention a crash, 7 a fire, 4 an injury.
Chrysler PT Cruiser electrical system complaints by model year
| Model year | Electrical System complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 PT Cruiser | 3 | 14% | 44,000 |
| 2009 PT Cruiser | 60 | 62% | 51,000 |
| 2008 PT Cruiser | 45 | 39% | 57,123 |
| 2007 PT Cruiser | 23 | 15% | 69,000 |
| 2006 PT Cruiser | 138 | 40% | 60,000 |
| 2005 PT Cruiser | 27 | 14% | 53,700 |
| 2004 PT Cruiser | 44 | 20% | 75,206 |
| 2003 PT Cruiser | 45 | 17% | 59,356 |
| 2002 PT Cruiser | 97 | 19% | 63,565 |
| 2001 PT Cruiser | 78 | 13% | 66,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Electrical system:wiring:interior/under dash
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
My check engine light goes off and on. Crankshaft and camshaft sensors were reading as the issue according to the odometer code system.. My car shuts off at anytime even while driving in the middle of the road. My battery terminal seems to be weak possibly having shortage moments from time to time…
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chrysler pt cruiser. The contact stated that the high beam head lamps would illuminate randomly day or night. The contact stated that the failure occurred at least six times in one week. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic…
My lights shut off while driving. Not only did my headlights shut off but my dash board lights and the lights on my gear shift did as well. My doors will not lock as well.
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2002 Chrysler PT Cruisers have electrical system problems?
No. NHTSA has 97 owner complaints about electrical system for the 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser (19% of the 511 complaints for this model year). Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser electrical system?
Yes: 1 safety recall list electrical system. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do electrical system problems start?
The median reported mileage is 63,565 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
What do owners say about electrical system problems on the 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser?
The most frequent phrase is “instrument cluster”, in 11 of 97 complaints, followed by “turn signal” (8).
Other 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser problems
See all 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser problems or electrical system problems across all PT Cruiser years.