10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #3

Apr 112002

PT Cruiser

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Engine racing when starting, and at time when stopping. Also, transmission was slipping and brakes squeaked. Mechanic refused to do anything about the brakes. Vehicle has been in shop about 6-8 times in less than a year.

- Berthoud, CO, USA

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problem #2

Jan 032002

PT Cruiser

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Brakes are warped, pedal goes all the way down to the floor. Dealership is aware of problem. Consumer is stating that the vehicle is driven only 2000 miles since brakes changed and new brakes already squeal and grind.

- Kunkletown, PA, USA

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problem #1

Aug 132001

PT Cruiser

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
Vehicle was parked in front of consumer's driveway on an incline and on a hill. He went to pull parking brake, and vehicle was rolling backwards.applied brakes, brakes went straight up and didn't hold. Dealership was aware of problem.

- Crystal Lake, IL, USA

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