Two problems related to steering rack and pinion have been reported for the 2005 Chrysler Pt Cruiser. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2005 Chrysler Pt Cruiser based on all problems reported for the 2005 Pt Cruiser.
There is a clicking sound when the steering wheel is turn to either side. I had the power steering pressure switch replace twice and the rack and pinion replace and the car still makes a clicking sound when the wheel is turn. Dealership replace the part and an individual mechanic has replace the same switch. To no avil , I'm having this problem.
The contact owns a 2005 Chrysler Pt Cruiser. The contact stated that she was unable to turn her steering column. She also smelled a strong burning odor emanating from her vehicle. A local mechanic stated that the rack and pinion and steering hose needed to be replaced. The dealer stated that the VIN was excluded from NHTSA campaign id number 04v268000 (steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections). They would not assume any financial responsibility for the repairs. The failure and current mileages were 67,000.