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2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser recalls, newest first

April 7, 2009NHTSA 09E01200016,270 vehicles potentially affected

Exterior lighting

  • Aftermarket equipment: applies only if this part was installed
Summary
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.
Consequence
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

April 14, 2008NHTSA 08E0330006,903 vehicles potentially affected

Suspension

  • Aftermarket equipment: applies only if this part was installed
Summary
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.
Consequence
The nuts included in the packaging for these ball joint assemblies are missing the intended prevailing torque (self-locking) feature. If the incorrect nut was to become loose, the joining members may loosen leading to a separation of the ball joint. This may result in loss of vehicle control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

June 3, 2004NHTSA 04V268000438,391 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections

Summary
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.
Consequence
Power steering fluid leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in an underhood fire.
Remedy
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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 10, 2003NHTSA 03V076000816 vehicles potentially affected

Power train › Clutch assembly

Summary
On certain passenger vehicles, manual transmission models only, a welded pin internal to the dual-mass flywheel (dmf) assembly can unseat and become lodged between the flywheel and the clutch disc.
Consequence
If this occurs, the clutch may not disengage when the clutch pedal is depressed.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the flywheel and clutch assemblies with the updated design parts. Owner notification began on April 14, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 258 complaints about the 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
22
Fires reported
15
Injuries reported
20
Deaths reported
1

Most complained-about components

  1. Electrical system34
  2. Exterior lighting20
  3. Steering19
  4. Engine and engine cooling17
  5. Service brakes16

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Other 2003 Chrysler models

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  1. 2003 Honda Accord (24 recalls)
  2. 2003 Honda Civic (24 recalls)
  3. 2003 Honda Odyssey (15 recalls)
  4. 2003 Subaru Outback (15 recalls)
  5. 2003 Subaru Legacy (15 recalls)
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Questions

Does the 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser have any recalls?
4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: exterior lighting, suspension, steering, power train. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Chrysler dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser?
258 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.