Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (power windows, windshield, wipers, mirrors, sunroof).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
While driving yesterday, the left rear quarter window fell out. Chrysler had a recall no. G01 for this problem, and I was told by the Chrysler rep that the windows on this vehicle had been replaced under the recall and they could do nothing for me. The repair was not done properly or the window would have not separated from the vehicle, as vehicles should not have windows falling out of them driving down the road. I feel that Chrysler did not properly address this safety issue. Note: I am an agent for the vehicle owner, she is an elderly person residing in assisted living. Her name is [redacted] .
While driving down interstate 95 the left rear quarter window separated from my car. I very thankful another car was not following closing. That would have been ugly. Chrysler had a previous recall on this problem but they said my VIN was not included in the recall. Reference: NHTSA identification number 07v-149.
The problem I have been having with the air bag light of my 2005 PT convertible Cruiser has been going on for 7 years and 6 attempts to fix it. Chrysler customer care service has authorized the napleton dealership in lake park, florida, to fix the problem with the air bag light twice: once in September 2012, and most recently in May 2014. The service department performs the same replacement of the harness buckle apparatus each time, but that is clearly not the underlying reason that the air bag light comes on after every attempt to fix it. …
Tl contact owns a 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. The contact had 3-d crystal angel stickers on the corner panel of her windshield for decorative purposes. She received a recall notice from the manufacturer for the corner panel windshield, stating that it needed to be replaced. She took her vehicle to the dealer and they stated that due to the 3-d angel stickers on her glass, they could not perform the recall repair. The contact believes that it is dangerous to not have a working windshield, and the dealer should follow through with their recall repair regardless of the stickers. The VIN and recall number were unknown. The current and failure mileages were 68,000.
Rolling down the back passenger window on my 2005 PT Cruiser convertible 2-dr while the front window is up causes the insulating strip between the windows to slide off the back window and stick in the window mount. I asked the dealership to evaluate the problem, and they said the windows were out of adjustment which caused the seal to stick, and suggested if I didn't want to pay $500.00 to fix it I could put adhesive on it. I have a fear if my children shut the door hard the front window will break from slamming against the exposed metal on the side of the back window.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. The contact stated that when driving approximately 70 MPH with all the windows closed, the rear passenger quarter side window suddenly exploded. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer and they advised him that the window needed to be replaced due to the sealant not holding. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and offered no assistance. The failure and current mileages were approximately 28,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. While driving approximately 35 MPH in rainy weather conditions, the front windshield wipers stopped operating in the upright position. The contact changed the wiper fuse per the owner's manual; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was not taken to a mechanic for diagnostic testing due to the rainy weather conditions. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 102,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, the rear passenger side quarter glass became separated from the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed. The manufacturer was notified of the defect and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in recall NHTSA campaign number 07V149000 (visibility).the VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 80,000.
The plastic used for the windshield washer nozzles on the Chrysler PT Cruiser gt model is not correct for the application, in that the extra heat under the hood from the turbo charger causes the plastic to become weak and crumble, which results in windshield washer fluid leaking down on top of an electrical panel located on the firewall of the drivers side of the vehicle, which ultimately results in a safety hazard.
Tl-the contact owns a 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 MPH. The rear driver's left side quarter panel window fell out. The vehicle had not been taken to a dealer for diagnosis or repairs. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 117,000.lj
Related recalls
Visibility › Glass, side/rear
On certain passenger vehicles, the rear quarter glass attaching fasteners May pull through their mounts and allow the glass to separate from the vehicle.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear quarter glass. The recall began on April 30, 2007. Owners May contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
NHTSA investigations
Rear quarter panel glass separation
Daimlerchrysler corporation (dcc) will recall model year 2005 and 2006 pt cruiser vehicles produced from 5/17/05 through 9/1/05 to correct a potential defect in the rear quarter panel glass that May separate from the vehicle.dcc will inspect the rear quarter panel glass and replace if necessary.dcc will begin notifying owners in May 2007.
Window & Wiper complaints in other PT Cruiser years
Frequently asked questions
How common are window & wiper problems on the 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser?
NHTSA has 24 complaints about the windows, wipers & sunroof of the 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser, 9% of the model year's 256 complaints. The component named most often is glass, side/rear (7 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser window & wiper problems?
Yes — NHTSA recall 07V-149 (glass, side/rear, Apr 4, 2007). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
At what mileage do 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser window & wiper problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 61,000 miles, and 10% before 25,000 miles.
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.