Chrysler Pt Cruiser owners have reported 4 problems related to steering noise (under the steering category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Chrysler Pt Cruiser based on all problems reported for the Pt Cruiser.
The contact owns a 2001 Chrysler Pt Cruiser. While making a turn at 5 mph, an abnormal noise was heard and the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver without warning. The failure recurred constantly. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the power steering hose failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 04v268000 (steering). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 162,400.
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The contact owns a 2010 Chrysler Pt Cruiser. The contact stated that when driving at low speeds and turning, the steering column would emit a loud noise and the steering wheel would become difficult to manuever. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and they advised her that the power steering reservoir was severely rusted and caused a leak. The power steering reservoir needed to be replaced as a result. The vehicle had not been repaired due to the part being on back order. The manufacturer had not been notified. The failure mileage was approximately 42,000. The VIN was unavailable.
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The contact owns a 2007 Chrysler Pt Cruiser. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 mph, he heard a banging noise coming from the steering column. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for a diagnostic test. The mechanic stated that the steering rack would have to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000. The VIN was not available.
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The contact owns a 2004 Chrysler Pt Cruiser. The contact heard a loud grinding noise in the steering column. He took the vehicle to the dealer and they stated that the power steering hose needed to be replaced at the cost of $200. The manufacturer stated that his VIN was excluded from NHTSA campaign id number 04v268000 (steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections); therefore, they would not assume financial responsibility for the repair. He has not had the vehicle repaired. The failure mileage was 46,000 and current mileage was 50,647.
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