2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 183 on record.
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser recalls 5
FEDERAL MOGUL IS RECALLING 6,903 AFTERMARKET BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES SHIPPED BETWEEN NOVEMBER 9, 2007 AND MARCH 26, 2008, WHICH MAY HAVE BEEN PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS. THE PART NUMBERS PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS ARE: K7147, K7329, K8683, AND 104353. THESE PARTS WERE MADE FOR USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE.
Fix: FEDERAL MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE PARTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 22, 2008. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL MOGUL AT 877-489-6659.
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Fix: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE REAR QUARTER GLASS ATTACHING FASTENERS MAY PULL THROUGH THEIR MOUNTS AND ALLOW THE GLASS TO SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE.
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR QUARTER GLASS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 30, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4-WHEEL ANTILOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS), 2.4L HIGH OUTPUT TURBOCHARGED ENGINE, AND 5-SPEED MANUAL TRANSAXLE, MAY EXHIBIT INADEQUATE CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE LEFT FRONT BRAKE TUBE AND THE TRANSAXLE HOUSING.
Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL REVISED BRAKE TUBES. THE RECALL BEGAN OCTOBER 25, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.4L NON-TURBOCHARGED ENGINES AND AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLES, THE POWER STEERING PRESSURE HOSE MAY CONTACT THE AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE DIFFERENTIAL COVER, POTENTIALLY DAMAGING THE HOSE.
Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND RELOCATE, OR REPLACE AS NECESSARY, THE POWER STEERING HOSE AND CONFIRM TORQUE OF THE HOSE FASTENER AT THE STEERING GEAR END. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 20, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 256 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4-DR.. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($2,162) with the same model 3 model-years older ($1,381), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser trims & engines on record
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vehicles on record
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring3C3EY55E15T298363
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring3C4FY58BX5T503924
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring3C8FY58B45T532799
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Base3C4FY48B85T523129
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring3C4FY58B65T501698
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring3C4FY58B55T563450
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited3C8FY68B85T534402
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser GT3C3AY75SX5T344367
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring3C4FY58BX5T502675
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring3C4FY58B55T505130
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Base3C4FY48B25T621783
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Base3C3EY45X05T532763
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring3C3EY55E65T356614
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring3C4FY58B75T501287
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring3C3AY55E75T319134
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring3C4FY58B95T527311
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Base3C3EY45X85T362636
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Base3C4FY48BX5T610532
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Base3C4FY48B45T533852
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Base3C4FY48B25T535602
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring3C4FY58B05T549729
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring3C3EY55EX5T283876
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Base3C3EY45X45T561991
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring3C8FY58B85T580290
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2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser — frequently asked questions
Does the 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser?
Based on 256 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are steering, electrical system, air bags.
What is the 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser safety rating?
NHTSA gives the 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser crash-test ratings of frontal 4★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).
What gas mileage does the 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser at about 21 mpg combined (19 city / 25 highway).
How much is a 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser worth?
Comparable 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser listings run roughly $900–$3,600, typically around $2,162 (from 177 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.