2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Steering Problems
NHTSA has 18 owner complaints about steering problems in the 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser, 10% of all 187 complaints for this model year. That is the highest steering complaint count among 6 PT Cruiser model years. These complaints report 1 fire. Median mileage at failure: 71,000 miles.
- Steering complaints
- 18
- 10% of 187 complaints
- All complaints this year
- 187
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 1
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 71,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
When 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser steering complaints were filed
First complaint Oct 10, 2006, latest Feb 20, 2026.
Steering recalls for the 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
- NHTSA 04V268000Jun 3, 2004Steering438,391 vehicles
Steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 2.4l non-turbocharged engines and automatic transaxles, the power steering pressure hose may contact the automatic transaxle differential cover, potentially damaging the hose.
Risk: Power steering fluid leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in an underhood fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and relocate, or replace as necessary, the power steering hose and confirm torque of the hose fastener at the steering gear end. The recall began on september 20, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Steering complaints by PT Cruiser model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
- 200518 (10%)
- 200618 (5%)
- 200711 (7%)
- 20085 (4%)
- 20096 (6%)
- 20103 (14%)
Frequently asked questions
- Does the 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser have steering problems?
- NHTSA has 18 owner complaints about the steering in the 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser, 10% of all complaints for this model year. Median mileage at failure is 71,000 miles.
- Which Chrysler PT Cruiser year has the most steering complaints?
- The 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser has the most steering complaints (18), compared with 18 for the 2005.
- Is there a steering recall for the 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser?
- Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign for the 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser concerns the steering: 04V268000.