| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser repairs by problem area
Engine (42%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)
Brakes and Traction Control (3%)
Suspension and Steering (35%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (12%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (1%)
Other (3%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 133 repairs.
2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser electrical repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (7%)
$500 - $999 (20%)
$100 - $499 (27%)
< $100 (47%)
Chart based on 15 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser
Engine not specified
| 61000 mi US $85 |
Recharged air conditioner |
| 83000 mi US $200 |
Took car in for engine noise, A/C problems, and stuttering. Mechanic found over $4000 of damage, including a cracked engine mount, bad wheel bearings, and more. Ended up trading in car. |
2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 220hp 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 48000 mi US $700 |
Also had A/C issue, not cooling. Couldn't find leak, recharged A/C, still working 3 weeks later. |
| 48000 mi US $1394 |
After previous repair, A/C worked for approximately 1 month. Took to dealer who found a cracked fitting on the suction hose. Had to wait 3 days for parts. ~$120 parts, ~$600 labor to fix. |
2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 180hp 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 40000 mi | BCM module failure...shorted out instrument cluster. awaiting parts to complete repair |
2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon
150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 124000 mi | Need a new altenator |
| 98000 mi US $750 |
Performed AC recharge but unsuccessful. More work required. |
| 143500 mi US $10 |
Short in column. Replaced melted wires and fuse. Suspect wiring problem was from aftermarket automatic door locks by a shop. |
| 147000 mi US $9 |
Original left headlight went out. Took me less than one hour to replace headlight. |
| 75300 mi US $250 |
Oil sending unit was erratic (oil light flickered when stopping, though correct amount of oil was in car). Was replaced and no further troubles. Was advised that my motor mounts are bad :( |
| 95000 mi US $300 |
Hose broke and all coolant lost |
| 59100 mi US $92 |
A/C h.p. switch leaking, lost all refrigerant. New switch and recharge of system required. |
| 68700 mi US $600 |
Radiator fan module replaced to repair problem with AC. |
| 271700 mi US $185 |
Compressor replacement |
| 307000 mi US $60 |
Replaced starter |
| 390000 mi US $60 |
Bearing noise in alternator. |
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