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2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser repairs by problem area

Engine (41%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (16%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)

Other (5%)

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2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 180hp 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

4200 mi Repaired water leak around windshield. Harsh 1-2 shift fixed with ECM reprogram per TSB. 

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2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon

150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

45000 mi

US $160
drivers seat side panel support tabs broke, causing seat switch to malfunction. Paid dealer $150 for replacement side panel but it failed within 8 hours. Looks like poor design. 

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2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2dr Convertible

turbocharged 180hp 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

11851 mi 11851 miles - yellow engine light came on and stayed on. dealer informed me that it *might* be a loose gas cap (it definitely was not). light reset. 12,039 miles soft trim described in 4/08 is replaced. 
14906 mi soft trim has come loose again. this time replaced and *adhered*. seems like it has a much better chance of working "for keeps." rear rattle fixed! 
35000 mi roll bar trim has come loose *again*. repaired under warranty. 

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2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser Body Problems

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