Chrysler PT Cruiser Suspension Problems
Owners have filed 222 complaints with NHTSA about suspension problems on the Chrysler PT Cruiser across 10 model years. The 2001 model year has the most (66). The words owners use most often: “lower control” (23% of reports).
- 222suspension complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 8mention a crash
- 2mention an injury
- 0related recalls
- $980typical repair cost reported by owners
- 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.
- Lower control: mentioned in 52 of 222 complaints (23%)
- Arm bushings: mentioned in 48 of 222 complaints (22%)
- Front end: mentioned in 33 of 222 complaints (15%)
- Wheel bearings: mentioned in 31 of 222 complaints (14%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical suspension repair on the Chrysler PT Cruiser at $980, and half of them between $800 and $1,300.
Based on 16 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2002–2010), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do suspension problems happen?
Based on 185 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 222 complaints, 8 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 2 an injury.
Chrysler PT Cruiser suspension complaints by model year
| Model year | Suspension complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 PT Cruiser | 3 | 14% | 25,229 |
| 2009 PT Cruiser | 3 | 3% | 40,500 |
| 2008 PT Cruiser | 4 | 3% | 75,469 |
| 2007 PT Cruiser | 8 | 5% | 34,606 |
| 2006 PT Cruiser | 9 | 3% | 40,000 |
| 2005 PT Cruiser | 18 | 10% | 50,331 |
| 2004 PT Cruiser | 36 | 17% | 40,000 |
| 2003 PT Cruiser | 35 | 14% | 47,897 |
| 2002 PT Cruiser | 40 | 8% | 45,009 |
| 2001 PT Cruiser | 66 | 11% | 55,500 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (0)
No safety recall lists suspension for the Chrysler PT Cruiser. A pattern of complaints does not always lead to a recall.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
Ball joint are missing
Tl* the contact owned a 2007 chrysler pt cruiser. The contact stated that while driving at 45 mph in heavy traffic, the brake pedal was depressed to slow down however the brakes failed to stop the vehicle. As a result, the contact rear ended another vehicle. The contact sustained skin rash and…
My exterior front lights are very dull and aren't bright when turn them on.
2005 chrysler pt cruiser. Consumer writes in regards to the fuel leak location on the inlet nozzle fuel tank. *smd the dealer stated check engine light on, cracked trim around a/c unit, trunk will not stay open, front brakes need replacing, and rear shock need to be replaced. *tr
I had purchesed a used 2003 pt cruiser and on the hwy home short time later i heard clunking sound three times first when merging onto hwy from car dealership. Futhermore, about 10 min into my hwy drive home i became frightend when my car ended up having a mind if its own and stared going to the…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Chrysler PT Cruisers have suspension problems?
No. NHTSA has 222 owner complaints about suspension for the Chrysler PT Cruiser. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Chrysler PT Cruiser suspension?
No recall currently lists suspension for this vehicle.
How much does it cost to fix suspension problems on the Chrysler PT Cruiser?
Owners report a typical cost of $980 (half paid between $800 and $1,300), from 16 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about suspension problems on the Chrysler PT Cruiser?
The most frequent phrase is “lower control”, in 52 of 222 complaints, followed by “arm bushings” (48).
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