There are no safety recalls for the 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser Conv, but owners have filed 24 complaints with NHTSA.
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser Conv problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Electrical System | 13 | |
| Engine | 6 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | |
| Steering | 3 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 3 | |
| Power Train | 2 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | |
| Visibility | 1 | |
| Trailer Hitches | 1 | |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 1 | |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | 1 | |
Most reported parts
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 52,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser Conv complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Power Train · at 73,399 miles · reported Oct 29, 2018
Pt cruiser PCM failure. I bought this used 2/18. Car losing its turbo power, gas consumption and milage horrible. 5miles/gallon. O2 sensors replaced 6/18. Replaced battery 7/18. Car had been and continued to have hard starting since 6/18. Often it would take 2 attempts to start ignition. No warning lights or failure codes to address this issue. 10/18 driving 40mph large busy city street, going straight, with no warning the car failed. 40mph to sudden slow roll engine failed. Lost power steering. Radio stayed on. Was able to get to side of road but not fully out of traffic lane. City bus almost…
Steering · at 130,000 miles · reported Mar 21, 2016
Power steering leaking, took to chrysler dealer . The dealer did not tell me there was a recall on the power steering . The dealer told me to buy another chrysler.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) · at 52,000 miles · reported Dec 14, 2015
Just like many other complaints on here, my vehicle starts acting crazy with lights flashing, and feels like it won't shift and go above 40mph. I brought the car to dealer and they replaced the ignition switch, and PCM. This cost me $1200. It stopped for a bit, then started again a month or two later when they told me it needed motor mounts and a new PCM (Which they said they changed, but I don't believe it). It is now back there with the same problem and I'm now on the 4th day it's there and I'm getting no answers, just a bunch of sales people calling. If there have been multiple issues with…
Fuel/Propulsion System · at 38,000 miles · reported Nov 21, 2015
Where the fuel line in the engine compartment connects to the main fuel line from the tank at the fire wall, there is a fuel drip above the exhaust manifold. This line leaks fuel where it connects to the main line. It has been replaced one time already and continues to leak. This is dangerous because this line is only a few inches from the turbo or exhaust and on a right hand turn could drip on to the turbo or exhaust and ignite. Also if sitting in traffic or driving at slow speeds with the A/C or heater on it must be kept in recirculate or the smell of fuel enters the cabin. The dealer will…
Unknown or Other · at 59,965 miles · reported Sep 10, 2015
When I purchased the vehicle new in 2007 it was hard to shift and I kept taking it back to the dealer on blanding blvd. Here in jacksonville, fl. They kept telling me their was nothing wrong with the way it shifted and consequently put me off til the car was out of warranted period. Well, my wife has never driven the car because of the way it shifts and the dealer of of 295 here in jax found that the clutch cable was bad, of course this was after the car was out of warrantee and now the pt cruiser has been ding the same for some while. I have driven a shift since I was 16, from corvettes to…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser Conv have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser Conv as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser Conv?
Owners report electrical system problems most often (13 reports), followed by engine (6). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 52,000 miles.
Are Chrysler recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Chrysler dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.