Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problems of the 2001 Chrysler Pt Cruiser

Six problems related to hydraulic power assist steering system have been reported for the 2001 Chrysler Pt Cruiser. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Chrysler Pt Cruiser based on all problems reported for the 2001 Pt Cruiser.

1 Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problem

Failure Date: 03/31/2008

I got a power steering leak in my 2001 Pt Cruiser. It was the power steering fluid cooler. But I was told my the Chrysler dealer that there was an upgrade, that I couldn't get the oe cooler, I had to get a new cooler, hose, and resorvoir. To be purchased by me and the labor to install them to be paid by me. I said I didn't want an upgrade, I just wanted the oe cooler. Once again I was told that I had to get the upgrade. I said that I would pay for the cooler and labor to install it, I thought that Chrysler should pay for any additional parts and labor. I was told that Chrysler would not do this. I feel that they should either replace the part that is defective and charge me, or do any additional work at their expense. They wouldn't do it.

2 Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problem

Failure Date: 08/28/2006

: the contact stated a puddle of fluid was noticed under the front end of the vehicle. Also, while reversing out of the garage, the power steering pump was not working properly. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who determined the power steering fluid reservoir had a pin-sized hole. The reservoir was replaced.

3 Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problem

Failure Date: 02/18/2004

During routine inspection dealership informed the consumer that power steering fluid was leaking from the vehicle. The problem was not resolved. Evoq filed by:ted earl 44 brairwood drive, glastonbury, CT 06033, 860-657-9497.

4 Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problem

Failure Date: 10/06/2003

While applying brakes steering failed without warning, causing vehicle to roll into traffic.

5 Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problem

Failure Date: 09/01/2002

While traveling on the highway the steering column has a noise coming from underneath the vehicle. The dealership is aware of the problem. Nlmthe fluid line underneath the vehicle is mounted low which hits curbs and speed bumps unless driving 5 to 10 mph.

6 Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problem

Failure Date: 10/07/2001

Power steering hose, no protection under car. Mr.




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