Three problems related to side/rear glass 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.
Quarter window on 2001 Chrysler Pt Cruiser fell out while driving. Just like a description on 2005 - 2006 cruiser recall for this exact window matched. This was not taken care of by Chrysler and had to be paid out of pocket.
The contact owns a 2001 Chrysler Pt Cruiser. The contact stated that the window rattles whenever the vehicle is being driven. The diagnosis was that the window was not sealed and the bolts were pulled from the frame. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign id number 07v149000 (visibility:glass, side/rear). The current mileage was 90,000 and failure mileage was 60,000.
While driving vehicle with rear window open, it would make excessive noise while going 40mph. Also, sun roof would make a lot of noise when opened. Had taken vehicle to dealership, and was informed of poor design. Nothing could be done.