3.2

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
42,211 miles

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problem #9

Feb 012004

PT Cruiser 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 13,000 miles
The contact owns a 2002 Chrysler PT CRUISER. The contact stated that the tires on the vehicle continuously flatten due to the 16 inch aluminum chrome rims. The contact stated that the rims are corroded. The vehicle has not been diagnosed at this time. The manufacturer is aware of the failure, but refuses to take action. The purchase date was unknown. The current mileage is 47,000 and failure mileage was 13,000.

- Lisbon, NH, USA

problem #8

May 012005

PT Cruiser 4-cyl

  • Manual transmission
  • 50,000 miles
Chrome wheels peeling, especially around valve stems, producing minute leaks in air pressure of tires, despite replacement of valve stems. Have contacted dealership where the car was purchased with no response.

- Burnham, ME, USA

problem #7

Mar 012005

PT Cruiser 4-cyl

  • Manual transmission
  • 45,000 miles
: the contact stated, on 3/1/05 all tires were low. Upon inspection by the service dealer, corrosion was found on the rims of all four tires, causing the seal between the tire and rims to be broken. The tires were removed and all tires and rims were cleaned and placed back onto the vehicle. The manufacturer was alerted. The manufacturer determined there was no liability on the manufacturer because the vehicle's warranty was expired. Updated 11/3/2006 -

- Sandusky, OH, USA

problem #6

Jun 212006

PT Cruiser 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 52,000 miles
Tires fail to hold/maintain air pressure..chrome rims peeling, lose air pressure from 35 lbs down to 15 lbs in a week period of time. Dealer agrees there is a problem, retail tire dealers have seen numerous problem rims. Manufacturer will not resolve the problem. This is unsafe.. can cause roll over..blow outs.

- Grand Ledge, MI, USA

problem #5

Feb 012005

PT Cruiser 4-cyl

  • Manual transmission
  • 145,000 miles
Had tires changed at dealer. After tire change, two of the tires began leaking. After several trips to the dealer to have them checked, dealer finally decided that the chrome-plated rims were corroded and had to be replaced. Now, after having two more tires replace, the new tires are leaking and I am afraid that I will have to pay for two more rims.

- Hollis Center, ME, USA

problem #4

Mar 212005

PT Cruiser 4-cyl

  • 35,837 miles
Wheel rim oxidation is causing tire/rim leak with new tires. This leak must be filled daily and runs the risk of tire failure and an accident. This leak is on a 2002 pt dream cruiser with 35837 miles

- Clarkston, MI, USA

problem #3

Mar 082004

PT Cruiser 4-cyl

  • Manual transmission
  • 18,066 miles
Consumer states: Has problems with the rims that are chrome plated and deteriorating. Also, the valve stems are deteriorating. Goodyear claims GM is having an issue with chrome plated rims. It is causing the valve stems just to malfunction. Dealer has done one rim replacement under warranty, said it was a courtesy. Stems were leaking from corrosion of rim after rim replacement. Goodyear 59tbswas touring 205/55R16 89T.

- Trumansburg, NY, USA

problem #2

Sep 212003

PT Cruiser

  • miles
Chrome plating 5 spoke wheels chrome plating has bubbled/corroded on the sealing surface of the tire bead. This has caused the tire to leak air.

- Lake Milton, OH, USA

problem #1

Jul 152004

PT Cruiser 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 21,000 miles
Rims corroded along the lugs area. Dealer was notified.

- Spencer, OH, USA