Chrysler PT Cruiser Conv Problems by Year

We compared every Chrysler PT Cruiser Conv model year from 2006–2007 using 30 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, 0 recalls and federal defect investigations. No PT Cruiser Conv year stands out with an unusual number of complaints.

2model years
30complaints
0recalls
—worst years
—best years

Complaints by model year

20062007246
Owner complaints per model year, Chrysler PT Cruiser Conv. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).
YearComplaintsvs. typical*RecallsTop problemVerdict
20076——EngineFew
200624——ElectricalLimited data

* Complaints compared with the median PT Cruiser Conv year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.

Most common Chrysler PT Cruiser Conv problems

  • Electrical systemworst: 2006
    1550%
  • Engine & coolingworst: 2006
    1447%
  • Steeringworst: 2006
    310%
  • Fuel & propulsion systemworst: 2006
    310%
  • Transmission & drivetrainworst: 2006
    27%
  • Speed control & accelerationworst: 2006
    27%
  • Brakesworst: 2006
    27%
  • Stability & traction controlworst: 2006
    27%
  • Windows, wipers & sunroofworst: 2006
    13%
  • Equipment & accessoriesworst: 2006
    13%
  • Other / not specified
    13%
  • Seatsworst: 2007
    13%

Frequently asked questions

What years of the Chrysler PT Cruiser Conv should you avoid?

None of the Chrysler PT Cruiser Conv years has an unusually high number of complaints compared with the others at the same age.

What are the most common Chrysler PT Cruiser Conv problems?

Across all years, owners report the most problems with the electrical system (15), engine & cooling (14) and steering (3). Electrical complaints peak in the 2006 model year.

How many recalls has the Chrysler PT Cruiser Conv had?

0 recalls across 2006–2007.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.