The 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser has a high safety risk profile with 1 recall campaigns and 349 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

Recalls

349

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

07V1490002007-04-04

VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE REAR QUARTER GLASS ATTACHING FASTENERS MAY PULL THROUGH THEIR MOUNTS AND ALLOW THE GLASS TO SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE.

IF THE GLASS SEPARATES WHILE DRIVING, IT COULD STRIKE ANOTHER VEHICLE OR INJURE A PEDESTRIAN.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 349 owners have filed complaints about the 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Electrical System75

02Visibility26

03Engine And Engine Cooling25

04Air Bags23

05Engine16

349 total across 1 model years (2006–2006)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Chrysler PT Cruiser Fuel Economy

19–22mpg combined

17-19city

24-26hwy

$3,050-$4,300/yr

Across 8 configurations, the 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser returns 19–22 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim

PT Cruiser - Manual 5-spd

22mpg

2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

19 city26 hwy~$3,050/yr-1/10 Poor

PT Cruiser Convertible - Manual 5-spd

22mpg

2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

19 city26 hwy~$3,050/yr-1/10 Poor

PT Cruiser - Automatic 4-spd

21mpg

2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

19 city24 hwy~$3,200/yr-1/10 Poor

PT Cruiser - Manual 5-spd

21mpg

2.4L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

19 city25 hwy~$3,900/yr-1/10 Poor

PT Cruiser Convertible - Automatic 4-spd

21mpg

2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

19 city24 hwy~$3,200/yr-1/10 Poor

PT Cruiser Convertible - Manual 5-spd

21mpg

2.4L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

19 city25 hwy~$3,900/yr-1/10 Poor

PT Cruiser - Automatic 4-spd

19mpg

2.4L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

17 city24 hwy~$4,300/yr-1/10 Poor

PT Cruiser Convertible - Automatic 4-spd

19mpg

2.4L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

17 city24 hwy~$4,300/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser

28States

26%in top 3

10% of the market sits in Washington, though listings span 28 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

WAWashington

910%

FLFlorida

89%

AZArizona

67%

MIMichigan

67%

CACalifornia

67%

NVNevada

56%

PAPennsylvania

56%

WIWisconsin

44%

OHOhio

44%

TXTexas

44%

DEDelaware

33%

MOMissouri

33%

ILIllinois

33%

VAVirginia

33%

GAGeorgia

33%

OROregon

33%

DCWashington DC

33%

OKOklahoma

22%

UT1

AR1

NC1

ND1

NJ1

NY1

KS1

KY1

LA1

TN1

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2006.

Buying a 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser a good car to buy?

The 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser has 1 recall on record. There is 1 recall on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is electrical system, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser?

There are 1 documented recall for the 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser?

Fuel economy ranges from 19 to 22 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $377 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser?

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM is the number-one complaint area for the 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser, based on 349 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.