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2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser repairs by problem area

Engine (29%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (14%)

Brakes and Traction Control (14%)

Suspension and Steering (14%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (29%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (0%)

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2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (20%)

< $100 (80%)

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Chart based on 5 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon

150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

Chrysler PT Cruiser in Arizona, United States
Jun 2011 - Dec 2020
Jun 2011

19500 mi

US $20
Heater motor and Door lock motor were replaced under warranty. Also did an oil and filter. 
Oct 2011

30000 mi
Dealer performed diagnostic and got low battery code. Dealer replaced battery under warranty. oil pressure sensor had stopped working, replaced under warranty.  
Jun 2012

35500 mi

US $100
Took it in for lube and oil. THis was coming up on the end of the factory warranty so I told them it seemed to have a vibration it didn't used to have. The diagnosed a bad motor mount and replaced it under warranty. 
Mar 2014

45000 mi

US $1000
Car was running hotter than usual and A/C would cut out and at idle when the A/C came back on car would almost stall. Fan assembly was bad and was replaced. While car was in shop for fan replacement dealer advised that the sway bar bushings and the lower control arm bushings were worn out. The cost was covered under warrantydirect.com extended warranty. 
Chrysler PT Cruiser in California, United States
- Sep 2010
Sep 2010

8000 mi
changed sensor 

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2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser Repair Histories

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