There are no safety recalls for the 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser, but owners have filed 150 complaints with NHTSA.
2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 28 | |
| Air Bags | 28 | |
| Electrical System | 23 | |
| Engine | 23 | |
| Power Train | 18 | |
| Steering | 12 | |
| Unknown or Other | 12 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 9 | |
| Suspension | 8 | |
| Seats | 5 | |
| Seat Belts | 5 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 5 | |
Most reported parts
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 12
- Air Bags › Frontal — 3
- Power Train › Manual Transmission — 3
- Visibility › Glass, Side/Rear — 2
- Exterior Lighting › Tail Lights › Switch — 1
- Steering › Rack and Pinion — 1
- Steering › Hydraulic Power Assist › Power Steering Fluid — 1
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 1
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 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Electrical System · at 48,000 miles · reported Oct 2, 2026
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 31,056, and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 28,400. The vehicle report indicated that in 2017 the mileage was 48,000. The contact reported the issue to the New Jersey DMV.
Electrical System · reported Jun 17, 2022
I'm driving along, cruise set to 65. Ac on. Radio on. No sounds or weird feels from the car. Every light on the dash comes on. They went off after two seconds, with the seatbelt light being last to shut off. Then the car hits 113k miles about ten miles later and just... shuts off. All gauges drop to zero. Ac shuts off. Radio still playing. Full tank of gas. Headlights still on, brakes worked, power steering worked, and emergency flashers worked. I managed to get out of traffic and pull over without causing an accident. I turn the radio off and turn the key off for a few minutes. It cranked…
Fuel/Propulsion System · at 80,000 miles · reported Jan 1, 2020
I accelerated to get up to highway speed and the gas pedal stuck going 65mph. I put both feet on the brake at full pressure and the car kept accelerating. I put into neutral and braked, then pull the e-brake and pulled over to the shoulder of the highway. Very dangerous, scary malfunction - the mechanic says the accelerator throttle and cable are broken. A search of the internet shows other people have had this happen in different years and models of pt cruisers.
Engine · at 85,300 miles · reported Jun 5, 2019
2007 chrysler pt cruiser conv. Has 85,300 miles on odometer. Car developed a severe engine oil leak problem. Investigation by me revealed a well known manufacturing defect with the 2.4l engine. Complete oil loss can happen very quickly and seize the engine resulting in a sudden stop in traffic. A dangerous event if traveling on a high speed road. Repair can cost up to $6000 for an engine replacement even if it does not seize. Chrysler acknowledges the defect in TSB # 09-001-13 / NHTSA # 10128948 but no recall has been issued.
Suspension · at 105,000 miles · reported May 10, 2019
The contact owned a 2007 chrysler pt cruiser. The contact stated that while driving at 45 MPH in heavy traffic, the brake pedal was depressed to slow down however the brakes failed to stop the vehicle. As a result, the contact rear ended another vehicle. The contact sustained skin rash and mouth damage due to the substance that came out of the air bag upon deployment. The contact also sustained bruises and knee injuries that required medical attention. The front seat passenger sustained neck and back injuries that required medical attention. The driver from the other vehicle did not sustain…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser?
Owners report engine and engine cooling problems most often (28 reports), followed by air bags (28). 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.