MYRModel Year Report

2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Convertible

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2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Convertible
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:30:08.746Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chrysler PT Cruiser Convertible Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2005 highlighted. 2005: 69 complaints 2005
2005: 69 complaints
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YearComplaints
200569

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 25%

25% of complaints: electrical system — 17 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
SUSPENSION 12%

12% of complaints: suspension — 8 distinct reports on file.

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THE FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS ARE SHOT AND DANGEROUS. SEVERAL THOUSAND OTHERS ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20120929

EXTERIOR LIGHTING 10%

10% of complaints: exterior lighting — 7 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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PCM CHIP IN 2005 PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE IDENTIFIED BY CHRYSLER DEALERSHIP AS BEING THE PROBLEM. PCM CAUSES MYRIAD OF ELECTRICAL & TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS WHICH CHRYSLER WON'T ADMIT TO.

NHTSA ODI report, 20100116

STEERING 9%

9% of complaints: steering — 6 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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A HOLE WAS MADE IN THE POWER STEERING LINE. ALL THE FLUID DUMPED OUT. I WAS DRIVING FORWARD AND SUDDENLY IT WAS VERY DIFFICULT TO STEER. THE LINE SHOULD NOT BE RUN LIKE THAT. I ATTEMPTED TO PUT IN MORE FLUID AND IT ALL JUST POURED RIGHT OUT!

NHTSA ODI report, 20190319

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER CONVERTIBLE. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE POWER STEERING SUDDENLY MALFUNCTIONED AND CAUSED THE STEERING WHEEL TO BECOME VERY DIFFICULT TO TURN.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180817

WHEELS 7%

7% of complaints: wheels — 5 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Convertible — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (17 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (7 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Convertible reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Convertible?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Convertible have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.