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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%)
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 124 repairs.
2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser electrical repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (13%)
$500 - $999 (4%)
$100 - $499 (48%)
< $100 (35%)
Chart based on 23 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 180hp 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 83000 mi US $85 |
Horn stuck. Unknown part replaced, which fixed the problem. |
| 105000 mi US $100 |
Condenser leaking. Under lifetime service contract. A/C condenser and hoses Horn stuck |
| 107000 mi US $100 |
Horn stuck. |
| 78000 mi US $21 |
The brake taillight switch failed...small switch at the top of the brake pedal arm. When you push the brake pedal, it pushes a button on the switch that makes the brake lights go on. Popped new switch in in 10 minutes... |
| 99800 mi US $253 |
After 13 years and 99,000 miles, the starter failed. Had it quickly replaced in one day at the local repair shop. |
2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 148hp 2.1L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD
| 60900 mi £1000 |
Alternator and/or belt linkage failed; alternator replaced |
2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon
150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 131000 mi US $250 |
Horn and horn switch failed. |
| 131000 mi US $1300 |
Rear wiper Cooling not working AC Damper Selector knob not turning Airbag light on Tire pressure monitoring light blinks indicating a problem with the system when it is cold outside. |
| 9900 mi | Air bag causing the horn to stick, replaced airbag under warranty. |
| 24000 mi | Car would not start and would not take a jump either. Had it towed in and service dept said one cell of battery was not charging. Replaced it under warranty in about 30 minutes. No problems since |
| 112000 mi US $60 |
Replace alternator |
| 130000 mi US $25 |
Replaced orifice line |
| 53000 mi | Passenger seat air bag sensor faulty |
| 48980 mi | intermittent wipers stop for no reason-have to get out and manually start cannot duplicate problem when you want to |
| 60000 mi | The air conditioner quit working. |
| 37000 mi US $200 |
TPM sensor failed due to corrosion. Am told others will fail in the future. |
| 38700 mi US $120 |
Two tire pressure sensors replaced. Make sure to keep the valve caps tightly screwed in place! Water corroded the sensors. |
| 55500 mi US $100 |
The electrical problem that shut the dashboard down relates to the position of the electric powered seat. The seat is run way up close then the problem happens. We solved it by putting a pillow behind my wife when she drives. |
| 65000 mi US $500 |
Replaced dashboard cluster to end false trouble messages. |
2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2dr Convertible
turbocharged 180hp 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 57000 mi US $100 |
air conditioner has lost its fluid and yet the system isn't showing any leaks ... hmm ... first work done under my lifetime service contract -- i pay the deductible only. |
| 70000 mi US $100 |
back to the shop for my AC not working. the dye job from last time showed a leak in the AC discharge line. the total bill would have been $485, my warranty wrap was just a $100 deductible. fixed. for now. again. |
| 111000 mi US $100 |
New battery. |
| 78000 mi US $1000 |
Replaced Starter, Starter Relay, Engine Module and Starter Switch. |
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