Chrysler PT Cruiser vs Toyota Camry
For 2005–2010 models, the Chrysler PT Cruiser has 17.2 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 26.9 for the Toyota Camry. Below: what each one’s owners report most, when it shows up, and what it costs to fix.
Both rates cover the same model years (2005–2010), counting each complaint once and dividing by US sales, so the more popular vehicle isn’t penalized for being popular. Years too new to judge are left out. How this is calculated.
Chrysler PT Cruiser
17.2 complaints per 10,000 sold
36% fewer than the Toyota Camry
- Complaints
- 770
- Sold
- 448,685
- Recall campaigns
- 0
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 0
Most complaints: 2009. Fewest: 2005 and 2007. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 70,000 mi
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Wiring harness, grounds and connectors
Typically around 87,144 mi
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 85,270 mi
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Doors, windows, latches, seats and trim
Typically around 70,000 mi
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Stalling and no-start
Typically around 91,000 mi
Toyota Camry
26.9 complaints per 10,000 sold
1.6× the Chrysler PT Cruiser’s rate
- Complaints
- 6,654
- Sold
- 2,473,950
- Recall campaigns
- 12
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 1
Most complaints: 2007–2009. Fewest: 2006. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Doors, windows, latches, seats and trim
Typically around 64,000 mi
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Stalling and no-start
Typically around 37,700 mi
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 70,377 mi
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Oil consumption and leaks
Typically around 98,191 mi
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Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting
Typically around 30,000 mi
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Chrysler PT Cruiser or the Toyota Camry?
For 2005–2010 models, the Chrysler PT Cruiser has 17.2 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Toyota Camry has 26.9, counting the same model years for both.
What is the most common problem on the Chrysler PT Cruiser?
The most-reported problem on the Chrysler PT Cruiser is body control and other modules, typically around 70,000 miles.
What is the most common problem on the Toyota Camry?
The most-reported problem on the Toyota Camry is doors, windows, latches, seats and trim, typically around 64,000 miles.
Which Chrysler PT Cruiser and Toyota Camry years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Chrysler PT Cruiser: 2009; Toyota Camry: 2007–2009.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, recalls and investigations; US sales from public industry figures; repair costs from book labor hours and parts pricing at national rates. Complaints are self-reported and not independently verified. Problem lists cover each vehicle’s full history. This is not a recommendation to buy or avoid either vehicle.