MYRModel Year Report

2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser

▲ Better than typical
2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:44:13.857Z

This year had at least 30% fewer 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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chrysler PT Cruiser Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2007 highlighted. 2001: 618 complaints 2001 2002: 511 complaints 2003: 258 complaints 2003 2004: 217 complaints 2005: 187 complaints 2005 2006: 349 complaints 2007: 149 complaints 2007 2008: 115 complaints 2009: 97 complaints 2009 2010: 22 complaints 2010
2007: 149 complaints
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YearComplaints
2001618
2002511
2003258
2004217
2005187
2006349
2007149
2008115
200997
201022

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

AIR BAGS 16%

16% of complaints: air bags — 24 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2007 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE DRIVER LOST CONTROL OF THE STEERING AND CRASHED HEAD ON INTO A UTILITY POLE. THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG PARTIALLY DEPLOYED AND DID NOT COMPLETELY INFLATE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20191108

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2007 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER CRASHED INTO THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR OF ANOTHER VEHICLE AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140828

AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY ON A FRONT END COLLISION. RESULTING IN HUSBAND HITTING HEAD ON STEERING WHEEL. HUSBAND IS 6'6 AND WAS WEARING HIS SEATBELT. INSURANCE AGENCY AND I HAVE PHOTOS WHERE THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20130820

ENGINE 15%

15% of complaints: engine — 23 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE STEERING COLUMN STARTED TO LOCK UP AS THE VEHICLE APPROACHED A STOP SIGN. THE STEERING COLUMN SEIZED AND THE ENGINE SHUT DOWN.

NHTSA ODI report, 20150716

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 13%

13% of complaints: electrical system — 20 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 10%

10% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 15 distinct reports on file.

POWER TRAIN 9%

9% of complaints: power train — 13 distinct reports on file.

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See attached document for complaint.

NHTSA ODI report, 20241105

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (24 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (23 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (20 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2009 ▲ 2008 ● 2005

WORST YEARS

■ 2001 ■ 2002 ◆ 2006

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FAQ

Is the 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 16% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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.