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3A4FY58B86T••••••2006 Chrysler PT CRUISER
This build draws 2.2× more complaints than the average 2006 Chrysler PT CRUISER build (8 vs 4).
8on this build
297on the model
83builds in total
1involved a crash
2injuries
Most reportedEngine And Engine Cooling 3Structure 2Visibility/wiper 2Air Bags 1
What owners of this build wrote
Air BagscrashJan 2008
Air bags in a 2006 chrysler pt cruiser did not deploy in a substantial accident. Second vehicle I have owned that bags did not deploy. Believe they were engineered for only severe accidents intentionally, seems to be a lot of them around. Chrysler refuses to replace the air bags
EngineMay 2016
Have replaced crank shaft seal 3 times and each time the seal is blown. Dealers are aware of this issue and provide a kit $787 plus $2,000 to install) that replaces the faulty design of the crank shaft, crank shaft bearings, connecting rod bearings, and timing belt and the…
Electrical SystemMay 2014
All dash lights flash and car sometimes stalls. Very frequent loss of headlights, wipers, all gauges and blinkers
StructureAug 2013
Driving 70 mph on freeway. Rear quarter window detached from vehicle. There is an existing recall but only covers the model year before (2005). This is obviously an issue with the 2006 version as well
Engine And Engine CoolingApr 2011
2006 chrysler pt cruiser constantly overheats even after replacing thermostat, radiator fan, and any parts necessary for the vehicle to work properly. This is a problem that is know by diamler chrysler; however, a recall has not been issued
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 3A4FY58B86T286983 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.