2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser Chrysler PT Cruiser 2008

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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%)

Chart based on 124 repairs.
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2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser other repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (17%)

< $100 (83%)

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Chart based on 6 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

27000 mi

US $34
Windshield washer nozzles broke apart after becoming brittle due to engine compartment heat. Nozzles replaced. 

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2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon

150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

2000 mi Windshield developed bubbles in glass. Dealer agreed it was defective and sent a glass company out to replace. New Mopar windshield is perfect. 
102600 mi

US $20
replaced windshield sprayer nozzle 

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2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2dr Convertible

turbocharged 180hp 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

24028 mi engine light comes on again. shop claims they find leak in the gas cap and replace it. (this ends up permanently fixing the problem.) 
55000 mi stone chip repaired in the windshield. 
77000 mi

US $238
the windshield washers quit functioning (probably due to las vegas hard water clogs?) and had to be replaced. 

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2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser Other Problems

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