Four problems related to power steering fluid have been reported for the 2002 Chrysler Pt Cruiser. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 Chrysler Pt Cruiser based on all problems reported for the 2002 Pt Cruiser.
Drove the vehicle 12 miles to get home. (the vehicle was stationary) immediately turning off engine after making it home. Power steering fluid leakage (big leak) from hose and smoke smell from under hood. (engine looks chard).
Tl-the contact owns a 2002 Chrysler Pt Cruiser. The contact stated that while traveling at various speeds the power steering fluid leaked. The contact also stated that the air conditioner became inoperable after the failure occurred. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 04v268000 (steering). The manufacturer was not made aware of the vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 101,000. Ec.
The contact owns a 2002 Chrysler Pt Cruiser. The contact stated that power steering fluid was leaking and causing a grinding noise. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the technician diagnosed a steering hydraulic power issue. No repairs were made to the vehicle. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 100,000 and the current mileage was 170,000.
While the vehicle was parked, the consumer noticed fluid leaking from underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection numerous times. The mechanic can not duplicate the problem. Please provide further details.