Safety recalls0
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 hNo recall campaigns found for the 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser
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Owner complaints by component97
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 60 | 62 |
| Engine | 26 | 27 |
| Vehicle speed control | 14 | 14 |
| Air bags | 7 | 7 |
| Power train | 7 | 7 |
| Steering | 6 | 6 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 5 | 5 |
| Wheels | 4 | 4 |
| Unknown or other | 4 | 4 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 4 | 4 |
| Exterior lighting | 4 | 4 |
| Seat belts | 3 | 3 |
| Suspension | 3 | 3 |
| Tires | 2 | 2 |
5 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Seats
“The contact owns a 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. The contact stated while driving approximately 20 MPH, the front driver's side seat erroneously rolled backwards, and the driver was unable to reach the brake pedal.”
- Electrical system
“Sporadic instrument cluster powers on and off illuminating all lights. When condition occurs it is vastly distracting unable to determine vehicle speed accurately.”
- Electrical system
“While running at 45 mph all the warning lights came on, the gauges went to zero, and the motor started stumbling.”
Other Chrysler PT Cruiser model years
- 20100 recalls22 complaints
- 20090 recalls97 complaints
- 20080 recalls115 complaints
- 20070 recalls156 complaints
- 20061 recall373 complaints
- 20053 recalls256 complaints
All years: 2010 · 2009 · 2008 · 2007 · 2006 · 2005 · 2004 · 2003 · 2002 · 2001
Other Chrysler models
- 2009 Town & Country6 recalls707 complaints
- 2009 3005 recalls95 complaints
- 2009 Sebring2 recalls45 complaints
- 2009 Aspen4 recalls40 complaints
- 2008 Pacifica0 recalls102 complaints
- 2010 2000 recalls13 complaints
- 2008 Voyager1 recall4 complaints
- 2004 Concorde1 recall41 complaints
- 2008 Crossfire1 recall39 complaints
- 2001 LHS3 recalls22 complaints
- 2000 Cirrus5 recalls99 complaints
2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser recall questions
How many recalls does the 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser have?
NHTSA has no safety recall campaigns on file for the 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. Check a specific car by VIN anyway: a recall can be added at any time.
What is the most common complaint about the 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser?
Electrical system is the most-reported component, named in 60 complaints out of 97 filed with NHTSA (62%). Across all complaints, owners reported 4 crashs and 1 fire. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mopar recall lookup (Chrysler). That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Chrysler dealer.
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