2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser
This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.
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
- 349
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 2
- Top problem
- Electrical system
Campaigns on file for 2006
Opened by NHTSA
41% of complaints
Complaints per year
2006: 349 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 618 |
| 2002 | 511 |
| 2003 | 258 |
| 2004 | 217 |
| 2005 | 187 |
| 2006 | 349 |
| 2007 | 149 |
| 2008 | 115 |
| 2009 | 97 |
| 2010 | 22 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Electrical system
41% · 144 reportsMost commonly citing horn and instrument cluster/panel.
Show complaint excerpts
We are being treated in a very uncaring, racist, discriminatory way by the general manager dan hamrick 702-432-2401, at #lasvegas chapman Dodge #Chrysler' @vegasdcj 3175 east sahara las vegas nv 89104. He has consistently refused to see us.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-04-29
Also filed under Electronic stability control (esc) and structure
Engine
16% · 55 reportsVisibility
11% · 39 reportsMost commonly citing glass, side/rear and windshield.
Engine and engine cooling
11% · 37 reportsMost commonly citing engine and radiator assembly.
Air bags
10% · 35 reportsMost commonly citing frontal and sensor/control module.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds during inclement weather, the vehicle hydroplaned, veered into a ditch, then crashed into a wall. Upon impact, the air bags did not deploy.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-01-22
Driver suffered a diabetic hypoglycemic incident and ran off the road and collided with a guard rail. The accident was a frontal impact that resulted in significant damage to the front bumper, fenders, engine compartment, suspension, and frame.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-09-12
Also filed under Seat belts
I was in an accident on 2/24/07 in which a lady ran a red light and hit the front end of my 2006 PT Cruiser at maybe 30 MPH.
NHTSA ODI report, 2007-03-01
Safety timeline
1 recall · 2 investigations · oldest first
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2006Complaint volume 349 complaints filed for this model year.
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2006-10-20Preliminary evaluationClosed 2007-02-16 Rear quarter panel glass separation
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2007-02-16Engineering analysisClosed 2007-04-05 Rear quarter panel glass separation
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2007-04-30Visibility07V149000 On certain passenger vehicles, the rear quarter glass attaching fasteners may pull through their mounts and allow the glass to separate from the vehicle.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear quarter glass. The recall began on April 30, 2007. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Buy-smart checklist
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 144 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 55 reports on file for this year.
- Visibility: 39 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 07V149000 · Visibility
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- Is the 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser is rated "worse than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 41% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.