2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser steering problems

Tl*the contact owns a 2005 chrysler pt cruiser. The contact stated that she was unable to turn her steering column. She also smelled a strong burning odor emanating from her vehicle. A local mechanic stated that the rack and pinion and steering hose needed to be replaced. The dealer stated that the VIN was excluded from NHTSA campaign id number 04v268000 (steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections). They would not assume any financial responsibility for the repairs.

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chrysler t cruiser. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, the power steering assist failed without warning. The steering the became hard to turn. The contact had to use extreme force in order to keep the steering under control the vehicle was towed to the contact's home and was not taken to the dealer to have a diagnostic performed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure and the current mileage was 68,000.