wheels / hubs problem
7.6
pretty badTypical Repair Cost:
$952.00
Average Mileage:
57,700 miles
Number of complaints:
10 complaints
Most common solutions:
- replace wheels (6 reports)
- replace all 4 rims/other than alumim. (4 reports)
Helpful Websites About 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser chrome wheels peel causing air leakage
2007Feb 12
(reported on)PT Cruiser Limited V6
- Automatic transmission
- 41,500 miles
Other than replacing four wheels I continue to put air in the tires
2007Jan 05
(reported on)PT Cruiser 2.7
- Manual transmission
- 31,000 miles
This is a concern Chrysler should address- I read about the issue with the 2001 PT Cruisers, ours is a 2004 PT Cruiser and has the same problem- peeling chrome causing tire seal to leak. Ive been driving for 25 years now and I only replaced a wheel when I bought Mags for a conversion van I bought as a Teenager. This car is 2 years old, less than 32000 miles and the wheels go? The tires will out last the rims. So far the PT Cruiser is a fun car, but if this is a problem- why continue for years putting the same tires on the car? Chrysler is just another company that doesn't get it, save a nickel by not owning up to their issue, but loses the next 10 bucks when customers switch to another maker, most times its not because of the issue, its because their lack of concern with "their" issue. Good Luck to the PT Cruisers out there!
2006Dec 07
(reported on)PT Cruiser
- Automatic transmission
- 65,000 miles
same problem here. 2 of 4 tires are leaking every single day. what a piece of crap my wife bought !
2006Jun 14
(reported on)PT Cruiser
- 65,000 miles
Called Chrysler. Explaned about the peeling of rims and THE SAFETY concern of their Chrysler rims losing air and how dangerous to ride on under inflated tires that will not hold the proper air pressure. Also pointed out to them... that many PT Cruisers owners are complaining about POOR GAS MILEAGE...... because of the problem of losing air in their tires. End results..... NO HELP FROM CHRYSLER. Will sell this car..... and go to GM...... or FORD
2006Jun 16
(reported on)PT Cruiser Limited
- 80,000 miles
the wheels just keep leaking............
2006Apr 13
(reported on)PT Cruiser
- 101,000 miles
I purchased this car used in Dec 05 and we noticed our tires running low on air. We finally had a flat and my husband took it to a local tire sales and repair company. He told us the peeling chrome is the issue with the tires running low on air or going flat. He scraped away the flakes and resealed the tire. Told us it would hold for awhile but eventually would not work. We have taken two 2,400 mile trips since then and have had to check and add air usually every 500 miles. As soon as we get thru fixing all the other issues with the vehicle we will purchase new rims. Very dissapointing BUT LOVE THE CAR. It dirves nice and rides great!!
2006Apr 09
(reported on)PT Cruiser LTD
- 45,500 miles
Chrysler seems to have a problem with its plated wheels. Chrome peeling on the outside and corroding on the inside. Air leaks from the valve stem area. Never heard of factory wheels needing to be replaced after 4 or 5 years. Chrysler just told me sorry, it's out of warranty. Extended warranty does not cover wheels.
2006Apr 11
(reported on)PT Cruiser Touring
- 35,000 miles
Always having to put air in the tire was a hastle. Repair shop has sealed the tires 4 times- rough roads loosen this remedy
2006Mar 22
(reported on)PT Cruiser Limited
- 38,000 miles
I kept losing air in the front drivers side tire. Took it to Sears to repair. The mechanic told me if they had a dollar for every Chrysler chrome wheel that was peeling and leaking air they would be rich. The only solution is to buy new wheels. Temporary fix is to put sealant around wheel, but he said it breaks first bump you hit. He told me if every person with this problem would complain, Chrysler would have to do something about it.
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2007Aug 04
(reported on)PT Cruiser Limited 2.4L
I have owned my '01 Cruiser since Nov '02 and in that time I think I could have purchased about 5 of my very own air compressors for the amount of $$ spent filling up the tires EVERY DAY. I finally had enough and broke down in Oct 2006 and purchased 4 new 17" American Eagle rims and 4 new tires. The car has never looked or run better since the fix. I was told by the tire guys that they have had customers complain directly to Chrysler and get $$ from them for replacement costs. I personally decided against that route as the car was WAY out of any warranty and took the old rims to the scrap yard and collected $70 from the metal man. I still love my car and will drive it until it is time for the scrap heap.
LeeAnn K.
South Milwaukee, WI, USA
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