2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Convertible
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.
- Complaints
- 69
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Electrical system
None on file
None on file
29% of complaints
Complaints per year
2005: 69 complaints
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2005 | 69 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Electrical system
29% · 20 reportsMost commonly citing horn and alternator/generator/regulator.
Suspension
25% · 17 reportsMost commonly citing wheel bearing and front.
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The front wheel bearings are shot and dangerous. Several thousand others are having the same problem.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-09-29
Exterior lighting
12% · 8 reportsMost commonly citing switch.
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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, 2010-01-16
Also filed under Equipment and power train
Tires
10% · 7 reportsMost commonly citing sidewall.
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Catastrophic tire failure at highway speeds due to tread separation - cooper response touring 205/55 R16 91H on 2005 Chrysler pt cruiser. Tread depth = 5/32, tires were new on used car purchased in 07/2014.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-11-08
Steering
9% · 6 reportsShow complaint excerpts
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, 2019-03-19
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, 2018-08-17
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Convertible — pre-purchase inspection
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- Electrical system: 20 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 17 reports on file for this year.
- Exterior lighting: 8 reports on file for this year.
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 29% 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 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.