2.4

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
62,050 miles

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problem #2

Mar 082008

PT Cruiser 4-cyl

  • 92,100 miles
My 2002 PT CRUISER has had two sets of front control arms replaced at 90,000 miles due to the control arm bushing failing. The first time the bushing came out completely. The second time it was still in place but torn. Both repair shops indicate this is a known and very common problem with these vehicles and a safety concern.

- Toledo, OH, USA

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problem #1

May 102005

PT Cruiser 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 32,000 miles
The front suspension bushing on all Chrysler PT CRUISER are designed in such a manner that they can dislodge from their positions without warning, causing the front suspension to lose it's alignment. The bushing failure is covered with Chrysler's warranty but the excessive tire wear associated with it, is not. The tire damage happens so fast that the tires cannot be salvaged. This is a common problem with PT CRUISER. The dealers refuse to accommodate for the tire wear caused by their problem.

- Jamesville, NY, USA

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