Four problems related to rear suspension 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.
2001 Pt Cruiser with under 40,000 miles. Dealer checked rattling noise in rear and reports rear axle is shot. Repair costs about $2,000. 00. Chrysler offered to provide parts. Dealer labor is about $600. 00.
While driving at 45 mph rear suspension failed, causing the vehicle to sway unexpectedly. Consumer managed to stop vehicle.
The rear bushing on both sides were separated where the rubber bushing were torn apart completely causing the steering to drift side to side.
When driving at an undetermined speed consumer heard a knocking noise from the rear of the vehicle. Consumer took the vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that rear bearings failed". Consumer had the rear bearings replaced.