Automatic Transmission Control Module Problems of Chrysler Pt Cruiser

Pt cruiser pcm failure. I bought this used 2/18. Car losing its turbo power, gas consumption and milage horrible. 5miles/gallon. O2 sensors replaced 6/18. Replaced battery 7/18. Car had been and continued to have hard starting since 6/18. Often it would take 2 attempts to start ignition. No warning lights or failure codes to address this issue. 10/18 driving 40mph large busy city street, going straight, with no warning the car failed. 40mph to sudden slow roll engine failed. Lost power steering. Radio stayed on. Was able to get to side of road but not fully out of traffic lane. City bus almost struck my car. Normally a move like that includes brake lights or signaling. That was not available to me, so scary. Still no warning lights. Car engine would not turn over, sounded like it was close, but never did. 6 hours at mechanic, pcm failed. Needs replacement. $1300 for new pcm. Can't afford it.

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Idling in park; seatbelt light kept dinging on; speedometer kept jumping back and forth from 0-100; idling at traffic stop; car shutters like it will cut off; speedometer jumps around while car is not moving. Pcm/tcm replaced multiple time; battery loses charge for no known reason; have had problems w/engine light coming on, pay for sensors and parts needed only for the same issue to happen. These cars are dangerous. There need to be a class action lawsuit before someone dies from these cars stalling with no ability to control car. Chrysler knows full well of these garbage cars. That is the real reason they discontinued them! someone needs ti step in. You all have received enough complaints where something should be done immediately.

The contact owns a 2006 Chrysler Pt Cruiser. The contact stated that the transmission would downshift to lower gears while driving approximately 40 mph. The check engine warning indicator illuminated. In addition, the speedometer, headlights, and power windows failed to function while driving. The vehicle was taken to atlantic Chrysler (130 sunrise highway, west islip, NY 11795, (631) 422-0135) where it was diagnosed that the pcm failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred numerous times. The manufacturer advised the contact to take the vehicle back to the dealer. No further assistance was offered. The approximate failure mileage was 39,700.

The contact owns a 2002 Chrysler Pt Cruiser. Since may of 2009, the vehicle has been stalling without warning. The most recent failure occurred while driving 30 mph. After the first occurrence, the contact took the vehicle to a repair shop. The mechanic replaced the powertrain control module with a used one, but the failure was not corrected. The powertrain control module has been replaced twice. The dealer will replace the powertrain control module for the third time for free; however, the part will not be available until two weeks. The current and failure mileages were 124,000.

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03 Pt Cruiser. Sudden loss hydraulic pressure at shiftdown. Within 7/70,000 powertrain warranty. Chrysler refuses to stand behind warranty. This is a known problem.

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: the contact stated while driving various speeds, the engine stalled without warning. The engine restarted after multiple attempts and an extended amount of time. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer who determined the power control module of the power train needed to be replaced. After the replacements, the problem persisted. Additionally, all four tires slowly deflated without warning. The dealer inspected the vehicle and determined the wheel rims needed the chrome plate ground and oil applied. This was done however, the problem persisted. The manufacturer was alerted. Updated 10/25/2006 - the rims are aluminum chrome plated.

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At 24,000 miles transmission went our completely. Now at 65,000 miles transmission is leaking and needs a transmission solenoid pack replaced. Engine compartment smokes and smells hot. Found TSB#0801505 and NHTSA #10013731 on file but dealer can not tell me anything. Found several web site listing this same complaint some with catastrophic failures on the road.

2001 Chrysler Pt Cruiser, original owner, 36,633 miles. Driving in heavy traffic on hwy 280 east in birmingham, al April 28, 2005 when transmission froze up. Was able to move to shoulder to avoid accident. Had vehicle towed to shop. Transmission control module had gone out - vehicle was one year and 633 miles out of warranty. Repair costs - $575. Chrysler corporation refused to provide any warranty assistance. Driving on hwy 280 east in birmingham, al on September 14, 2005 when transmission went out again. Mileage at this occurrance 40,827. Had vehicle towed to shop. Transmission control module had gone out - again. Part was replaced at no charge but had to pay labor charges plus cost of rental vehicle for 1 week. Total cost this round - $500 including rental car.

While driving on turnpike power control module failed, causing vehicle to stall. Consumer coasted into right lane, and another vehicle collided into the rear. Consumer sustained injuries.