2001 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

799

Owner Complaints

48 Crashes 26 Fires

7

Recalls

ACTIVE RECALL

28

Service Bulletins

1

Investigation

Overview of the 2001 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER

The 2001 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER has received a total of 799 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 7 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EXTERIOR LIGHTING, SUSPENSION, STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS. 28 technical service bulletins have been issued by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Structure (53 complaints), Electrical System (45 complaints), and Wheelsrim (35 complaints).

Recalls for the 2001 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER

NHTSA has recorded 7 recalls for the 2001 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER, potentially affecting up to 2,193,535 vehicles.

Recall 09E012000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING

| 16,270 vehicles affected

Defect: SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.

Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.

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Recall 08E033000 — SUSPENSION

| 6,903 vehicles affected

Defect: FEDERAL MOGUL IS RECALLING 6,903 AFTERMARKET BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES SHIPPED BETWEEN NOVEMBER 9, 2007 AND MARCH 26, 2008, WHICH MAY HAVE BEEN PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS. THE PART NUMBERS PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS ARE: K7147, K7329, K8683, AND 104353. THESE PARTS WERE MADE FOR USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE.

Consequence: THE NUTS INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGING FOR THESE BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES ARE MISSING THE INTENDED PREVAILING TORQUE (SELF-LOCKING) FEATURE. IF THE INCORRECT NUT WAS TO BECOME LOOSE, THE JOINING MEMBERS MAY LOOSEN LEADING TO A SEPARATION OF THE BALL JOINT. THIS MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: FEDERAL MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE PARTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 22, 2008. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL MOGUL AT 877-489-6659.

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Recall 04V268000 — STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

| 438,391 vehicles affected

Defect: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.4L NON-TURBOCHARGED ENGINES AND AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLES, THE POWER STEERING PRESSURE HOSE MAY CONTACT THE AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE DIFFERENTIAL COVER, POTENTIALLY DAMAGING THE HOSE.

Consequence: POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND RELOCATE, OR REPLACE AS NECESSARY, THE POWER STEERING HOSE AND CONFIRM TORQUE OF THE HOSE FASTENER AT THE STEERING GEAR END. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 20, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

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Recall 02V162000 — SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER

| 77,000 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." THE RIGHT REAR "65%" SEAT CENTER LOWER ANCHOR WAS MANUFACTURED WITH A WIRE DIAMETER THAT IS GREATER THAN THE MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE DIMENSION AS SPECIFIED IN THE STANDARD.

Consequence: IF THE CONNECTOR FOR A LATCH-TYPE CHILD RESTRAINT IS NOT ATTACHED CORRECTLY TO THE ANCHORAGE POINTS, THE RESTRAINT WILL NOT PROPERLY PROTECT A CHILD IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE RIGHT REAR SEAT CENTER ANCHOR AND, IF NECESSARY, RESIZE THE ANCHOR TO MEET THE DIAMETER SPECIFIED WITHIN THE STANDARD. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN NOVEMBER 4, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN...

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Recall 02V215000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY

| 345,436 vehicles affected

Defect: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL PUMP MODULE MOUNTING FLANGE COULD LEAK FUEL IF THE VEHICLE IS INVOLVED IN A ROLLOVER CRASH.

Consequence: FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A SECONDARY SEAL OVER THE FUEL PUMP MODULE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN AUGUST 12, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN...

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Recall 02V214000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

| 97,779 vehicles affected

Defect: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL SUPPLY LINE COULD CONTACT THE AIR-CONDITIONING TUBE SERVICE PORT. THIS CAN CAUSE CHAFING OF THE LINE RESULTING IN A FUEL LEAKAGE.

Consequence: FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUEL LINE FOR ABRASION AND INSTALL A CLIP TO ENSURE ISOLATION. IN CASES WITH EVIDENCE OF FUEL LINE ABRASION, THE FUEL LINE WILL BE REPLACED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN AUGUST 12, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES...

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Recall 00V366000 — CHILD SEAT

| 1,211,756 vehicles affected

Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." SOME OF THE OWNER'S MANUALS FOR THESE VEHICLES ARE MISSING INSTRUCTIONS THAT PROVIDE A STEP-BY-STEP PROCEDURE, INCLUDING DIAGRAMS, FOR PROPERLY ATTACHING A CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM'S TETHER STRAP TO THE TETHER ANCHORAGE.

Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE CHILD SEAT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY ATTACHED INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE CHILD.

Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH AN ADDENDUM TO THE OWNER'S MANUALS.

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Owner Complaints for the 2001 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER

799 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2001 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Structure
Complaints: 53 1 Crash 7 Injuries
Electrical System
Complaints: 45 5 Fires
Wheelsrim
Complaints: 35
Unknown Or Other
Complaints: 29
Wheels
Complaints: 25 2 Crashes 1 Injury
Air Bags
Complaints: 23 9 Crashes 8 Injuries
Exterior Lighting
Complaints: 23 2 Fires
Steering
Complaints: 23 1 Crash 1 Injury
Suspensionfrontcontrol Armlower Arm
Complaints: 20
Suspension
Complaints: 19 1 Crash
Engine And Engine Cooling
Complaints: 18 1 Fire
Power Trainautomatic Transmission
Complaints: 18
Engine And Engine Coolingengine
Complaints: 17
Fuel System Gasolinedelivery
Complaints: 16 1 Fire 1 Injury
Tires
Complaints: 15 3 Crashes
Engine
Complaints: 12 1 Crash 2 Fires
Exterior Lightingfog Lightsswitch
Complaints: 12 2 Fires
Air Bagsfrontal
Complaints: 11 6 Crashes 1 Fire 5 Injuries
Fuel System Gasoline
Complaints: 10 1 Fire
Steeringhydraulic Power Assisthose Piping And Connections
Complaints: 10 1 Fire
Vehicle Speed Control
Complaints: 10 1 Fire
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryhoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 9 1 Fire
Suspensionrear
Complaints: 9
Electrical Systemignition
Complaints: 8
Power Train
Complaints: 8 1 Fire
Steeringhydraulic Power Assist System
Complaints: 8
Suspensionfrontcontrol Arm
Complaints: 8
Power Trainautomatic Transmissioncontrol Module Tcmpcmtecm
Complaints: 7 2 Crashes 2 Injuries
Power Trainmanual Transmission
Complaints: 7 1 Crash
Suspensionfront
Complaints: 7
Air Bagssidewindow
Complaints: 6 5 Crashes 7 Injuries
Electrical Systemhorn
Complaints: 6
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling System
Complaints: 6
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline
Complaints: 6 1 Crash 1 Injury
Exterior Lightingheadlights
Complaints: 6
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryfuel Pump
Complaints: 6
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor
Complaints: 6
Structurebody
Complaints: 6 1 Crash
Air Bagsfrontalsensorcontrol Module
Complaints: 5
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemradiator Assembly
Complaints: 5
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust System
Complaints: 5
Equipmentelectricalradiotape Deckcd Etc
Complaints: 5
Fuelpropulsion System
Complaints: 5 1 Fire
Seat Belts
Complaints: 5 3 Crashes 3 Injuries
Service Brakes Hydraulic
Complaints: 5
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisccaliper
Complaints: 5
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentshoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 5
Steeringrack And Pinion
Complaints: 5 2 Crashes
Tirestreadbelt
Complaints: 5
Visibilitysunmoon Roof Assembly
Complaints: 5 3 Injuries
Child Seat
Complaints: 4 1 Crash 2 Injuries
Electrical System12v24v48v Battery
Complaints: 4
Electrical Systemwiringfront Underhood
Complaints: 4
Electrical Systemwiringfuses And Circuit Breakers
Complaints: 4
Exterior Lightingheadlightsswitch
Complaints: 4
Service Brakes
Complaints: 4 1 Crash 1 Fire 1 Injury
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscpads
Complaints: 4
Steeringhydraulic Power Assistpump
Complaints: 4 1 Crash 1 Injury
Visibility
Complaints: 4
Electrical Systemwiring
Complaints: 3
Electrical Systemwiringinteriorunder Dash
Complaints: 3 2 Fires
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemfan
Complaints: 3
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasolinebelts And Associated Pulleys
Complaints: 3
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systemmanifoldheadermufflertail Pipe
Complaints: 3
Latcheslockslinkages
Complaints: 3 7 Injuries
Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch
Complaints: 3
Seats
Complaints: 3
Seatsfront Assemblyhead Restraint
Complaints: 3
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip
Complaints: 3
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Components
Complaints: 3
Steering Steering Wheelhandle Bar
Complaints: 3
Steeringcolumn
Complaints: 3 1 Fire
Structureframe And Membersunderbody Shields
Complaints: 3
Suspensionfrontwheel Bearing
Complaints: 3
Electrical System Instrument Clusterpanel
Complaints: 2
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlcatalytic Convertor
Complaints: 2
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlgas Recirculation Valve Egr Valve
Complaints: 2
Equipmentapplianceair Conditioner
Complaints: 2
Exterior Lightinghazard Flashing Warning Lightsswitch
Complaints: 2
Exterior Lightingheadlightshighlow Beam Dimmer Switch
Complaints: 2 1 Fire
Exterior Lightingturn Signalswitch
Complaints: 2
Fuel System Gasolinecarburetor System
Complaints: 2
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assembly
Complaints: 2
Interior Lighting
Complaints: 2
Parking Brake
Complaints: 2
Power Trainautomatic Transmissioncooling Unit And Lines
Complaints: 2
Power Trainaxle Assembly
Complaints: 2
Power Trainclutch Assembly
Complaints: 2
Seat Beltsfrontretractor
Complaints: 2
Seat Beltsrearother
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisc
Complaints: 2
Steeringhydraulic Power Assistpower Steering Fluid
Complaints: 2
Steeringlinkagestie Rod Assembly
Complaints: 2
Structurebodydoor
Complaints: 2 1 Injury
Tiressidewall
Complaints: 2
Vehicle Speed Controlaccelerator Pedal
Complaints: 2
Visibilityglass Siderear
Complaints: 2
Wheelslugsnutsboltsstuds
Complaints: 2 1 Crash
Electrical Systemalternatorgeneratorregulator
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemignitionswitch
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemstarter Assembly
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemhoseslinespipingfittings
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlcrankcase Pcv
Complaints: 1
Equipment
Complaints: 1
Equipmentelectrical
Complaints: 1
Equipmentelectricalanti Theft Devices
Complaints: 1
Equipmentmechanicalaccessory Scissorscrewbottle Jacklift
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingback Up Lights
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingbrake Lights
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingfog Lights
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingtail Lights
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinestorageauxillary Tank
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assemblyfiller Pipe And Cap
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Otherdeliveryhoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Otherstoragetank Assembly
Complaints: 1
Parking Brakeconventional
Complaints: 1
Parking Brakeconventionalmechanical
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Parking Brakeconventionalmechanicallinkage And Cable
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 1 Fire
Power Trainautomatic Transmissiongear Position Indication Prndl
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Power Trainautomatic Transmissionparkneutral Start Interlock Switch
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Power Traindriveline
Complaints: 1
Power Trainmanual Transmissionfloor Shift Assembly
Complaints: 1
Seat Beltsfrontanchorage
Complaints: 1
Seat Beltsfrontbuckle Assembly
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Service Brakes Airdisc
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Airdisccaliper
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slipabs Warning Light
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsmaster Cylinder
Complaints: 1
Steeringcolumn Lockinganti Theft Device
Complaints: 1
Steeringelectric Power Assist System
Complaints: 1
Steeringgear Box Other Than Rack And Pinion
Complaints: 1
Steeringlinkages
Complaints: 1
Structurebodyhatchbackliftgatehinge And Attachments
Complaints: 1
Structurebodyhood
Complaints: 1
Structureframe And Members
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontcontrol Armupper Arm
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontcontrol Armupper Ball Joint
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfronthub
Complaints: 1
Tirespressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
Complaints: 1
Tiresvalve
Complaints: 1
Vehicle Speed Controlcruise Control
Complaints: 1
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac System
Complaints: 1
Visibilitypower Window Devices And Controls
Complaints: 1
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwashermotor
Complaints: 1
Visibilitywiper
Complaints: 1

Most Recent Complaints

#11642120 | AIR BAGS | | N/A miles
See attached document for complaint.
#11473780 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | | N/A miles
The electrical system is malfunctioning the fans do not kick on at all,even after reaching temperature.Even when the "Air" condition is turned on full blast or the "Heater" it doesn't matter which one is used it still doesn't engage the "Fan".
#11473780 | ENGINE | | N/A miles
The electrical system is malfunctioning the fans do not kick on at all,even after reaching temperature.Even when the "Air" condition is turned on full blast or the "Heater" it doesn't matter which one is used it still doesn't engage the "Fan".
#11271661 | AIR BAGS | | 130,000 miles
AIR BAG LIGHT STAYS ON ALL THE WHILE ENGINE IS RUNNING..... STOPPED OR MOVING
#11271009 | STRUCTURE:BODY | | 150,000 miles Crash
WAS HIT IN REAR AS I WAS SLOWING AT STOP LIGHT

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Safety Rating for the 2001 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER

NHTSA has not yet tested the 2001 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2001 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) has issued 28 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2001 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

1802004 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

FLASH: ENGINE SAG OR ROUGH IDLE OR VEICHLE SURGE AT ENGINE SPEEDS AROUND 3000 RPM. *MJ

1900402 — STEERING:COLUMN

STEERING COLUMN CLICK SOUND. *MJ

2304602 — SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER

REAR CHILD SEAT LOWER ANCHOR TOO LARGE. *TT

0800802 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

SUBJECT REGARDING EXCESSIVE IGNITION OFF DRAW VOLTAGE. *SLC

1400101A — FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER

A CONDITION MAY EXIST IN WHICH THE FUEL GAUGE DOE SNOT REGISTER FULL EVEN THOUGH THE FUEL TANK IS FULL. *TT

2301001 — VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

SUBJECT REGARDING SUNROOF WIND DEFLECTOR VIBRATION. *TT

0801301 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

SUBJECT REGARDING RADIO CONNECTOR REPAIR KIT. *TT

2300801 — STRUCTURE:BODY

A CONDITION MAY EXIST WHEN THE HVAC UNIT BLOWER IS TURNED ON HIGH, A TICKING SOUND CAN BE HEARD FROM THE REAR SEATING POSITION. THE CAUSE OF THE TICKING SOUND IS THE BODY EXHAUSTER FLAPS HITTING THE BODY EXHAUSTER HOUSING RETAINER. THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES REPLACING THE REAR BODY EXHAUSTER ON...

1400101 — FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER

CUSTOMERS MAY COMPLAIN THAT FUEL GUAGE WILL NOT INDICATE FULL. *JB

0700400 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES

INFORMATION REGARDING TRANSAXLE COOLER LINE SPLICE KIT. *JB

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NHTSA Investigations for the 2001 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER

NHTSA has opened 1 investigation into potential safety defects in the 2001 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER.

Investigation PE02058 — VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:LINKAGES Closed

Opened:

FUEL HOSE ABRASION

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