2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Problems and Repair Histories
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2005 Chrysler PT Cruisers for which no problems have been reported are not displayed. So the 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser problems and repair histories you see here should not be used to infer car problem frequency.
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Chrysler PT Cruiser Reliability through December 31, 2012
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year | Make/Model | Trips/Year/100 Cars | Compared to all models for the same year | |
| 2005 | Chrysler PT Cruiser | 13 PT Cruisers, 9.7 months of data per PT Cruiser, average 77700 miles Small sample size. Join or 13 PT Cruisers, 9.7 months of data per PT Cruiser, average 77700 miles Small sample size. sign in to view |
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2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 230hp 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Chrysler PT Cruiser in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 67000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2010 | 75000 | 100 | Lost A/C. Found a/c hose leaking at fitting. Replaced hose assembly under extended warranty. Recharged system. Water pump replaced, just beginning to leak. Also had timing belt changed at the same time as it made sense to do it while the water pump was being replaced. |
| Jan | 2012 | 94000 | 900 | Replaced both front lower control arms as bushings were worn. |
| Mar | 2013 | 102000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 180hp 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| Chrysler PT Cruiser in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2010 | 76000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2010 | 76300 | 0 | A/C not working at time of purchase.Dealer agreed to repair prior to delivery. |
| May | 2010 | 76700 | 35 | engine light came on. got code #340, camshaft position sensor. bought part that night, replaced next day, reset computer, problem appears to be fixed. |
| Aug | 2010 | 79000 | 45 | Replaced camshaft position sensor, AGAIN! Previous replacement started coming up with error code PO344 after just 6 weeks. Confirmed by running diagnostics. No problems with this latest part, so far |
| Nov | 2012 | 94300 | 500 | Transmission control part of PCM failed. Limp mode, erratic shifting. Replaced PCM. Problem fixed. Fuel line leak at quick disconnect on line from fuel rail to metal line at firewall |
| Mar | 2013 | 96000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon
150-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Chrysler PT Cruiser in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2007 | 0 | Replace Front Axle Seal - covered under warranty | |
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon
150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| Chrysler PT Cruiser in Missouri, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2012 | 102000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2012 | 102000 | 0 | noise front end |
| Chrysler PT Cruiser in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 91000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2011 | 95000 | 80 | cruise control not working - replaced vacuum lines |
| Sep | 2012 | 111000 | 320 | Check engine light indicating failed Ox sensor |
| Mar | 2013 | 124000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Chrysler PT Cruiser in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2012 | 48000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2012 | 48300 | 350 | two of the sensors prevented the car from going over 30mph. After taking it to our usual mechanic, a local dealer, we drive to a dealer about 45 minutes away. It took them nearly a month to diagnose and fix the problem. |
| Jan | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Chrysler PT Cruiser in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2005 | 0 | Steering is groaning when cold. Dealer flushes and fills with fluid, reports that they don't hear anything. | |
| Apr | 2006 | 0 | Steering is again groaning when cold. Dealer flushes and fills system again, but continues to insist there is no problem. | |
| Nov | 2006 | 0 | Groaning noise returns to steering again. This time, a leak is finally found in the rack. Rack is replaced and I am assured there will be no further problems. | |
| Jan | 2007 | 0 | Left front CV joint is found to be leaking. Joint is replaced after week of waiting for part from Chrysler. | |
| Apr | 2007 | 0 | Steering begins to groan again. Replacement rack is found to be defective (but who knows at this point?). Pump is also replaced, in case it is putting out too high pressure and blowing the seals. I make plans to file under lemon law. | |
| Chrysler PT Cruiser in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2013 | 73000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2013 | 73000 | 160 | Check engine light. Rear O2 sensor replaced. Front sensor OK. PCM problem so took to dealer. Multiple problems found. PCM replace 13 months ago. Dealer said out of warranty. Short in steering column probable cause & not repaired then. |
| Chrysler PT Cruiser in Utah, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2009 | 47000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2011 | 79000 | 635 | Alternator that was replaced last year was defective, replaced with new mopar unit, and new positive battery cable |
| Jan | 2012 | 88000 | 7 | Car was making "bubbling" noise, would steam and overheat. Replaced Radiator cap |
| Mar | 2013 | 104000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Chrysler PT Cruiser in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2009 | 46000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2012 | 63000 | 250 | Camshaft sensor failed. |
| Jan | 2013 | 66000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Chrysler PT Cruiser in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2011 | 87000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2011 | 87000 | 1065 | Replace cam sensor, timing belt |
| Chrysler PT Cruiser in Utah, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2009 | 45000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2009 | 52000 | 0 | oil pressure sensor was replaced |
| Mar | 2010 | 57000 | 0 | Replacement oil pressure sensor that was previously replaced failed again. Shop covered it under warranty for original repair. |
| May | 2010 | 60000 | 0 | Same oil pressure sensor issue. Previously replace part was aftermarket. Shop confirmed that this is a common issue with this vehicle, replaced with OEM part under shop warranty. |
| Jun | 2011 | 74000 | 250 | Check engine light would not come back on for shop. History code was for cam shaft balance sensor, part was replaced but light returned on the drive home. Took it back to shop, light wouldn't come on again. Going to take to dealer. |
| Jul | 2011 | 74700 | 250 | After researching the problem, I learned that two sensors if not replaced at the same time will usually cause the problem to continue. This time the second sensor was replaced with OEM part. Vehicle has been running perfectly since. |
| Nov | 2011 | 77000 | 0 | Same sensor issue as before. Aftermarket sensor was replaced under warranty by shop with OEM part. Car has been running fine ever since. |
| Apr | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Chrysler PT Cruiser in Hawaii, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2010 | 40000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2010 | 40000 | 100 | Replaced Water pump. Repaired under 7yr/70k warranty |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Chrysler PT Cruiser in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 57000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2010 | 58000 | 981 | camshaft position sensor replaced One of two fans were replaced. (Also, spark plugs had never been replaced. Replaced with platinum plugs.) |
| Oct | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2dr Convertible
turbocharged 230hp 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Chrysler PT Cruiser in Maine, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2009 | 19000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2009 | 22700 | 0 | Left and right rear window regulators and motors replaced under warranty because of sluggish action. |
| Mar | 2013 | 33000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2dr Convertible
turbocharged 230hp 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Chrysler PT Cruiser in Delaware, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 54000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2010 | 55000 | 510 | problem with ticking/rubbing noise in the front end esp when turning to the right. replaced wheel bearing covers on front wheels |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Chrysler PT Cruiser in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2009 | 32000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2009 | 32000 | 1200 | Blown head gasket Replaced water pump Replaced radiator. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2dr Convertible
turbocharged 180hp 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| Chrysler PT Cruiser in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2011 | 97000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2011 | 98000 | 60 | Check engine light comes on and car stops - on streets, on freeway, anywhere. Electrical mechanic told me the computer is bad. This has been occuring since I purchased the car in 2005. |
| Chrysler PT Cruiser in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 67580 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2011 | 68820 | 300 | Engine light on, 3 codes; Knock Sensor, Cam Sensor and Vacuum Leak. Cam Sensor replaced, dealer assumed all 3 codes would clear. Vacuum leak returned, need software update to clear, no actual leak. It was assumed on trip 1 that replacing cam sensor would correct all codes (knock, cam, vacuum leak). Only correct knock and cam. Vacuum was corrected by software update as there was no actual leak |
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2dr Convertible
150-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Chrysler PT Cruiser in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2010 | 68000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2010 | 85500 | 50 | Placed battery, this was original battery 5 yrs 1 month, 84,000 miles. |
| Jan | 2011 | 90800 | 2214 | Replace & flash computer remove & machine head replace timing belt, water pump, |
| Mar | 2013 | 112000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
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