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Chrysler PT Cruiser repairs by problem area
Engine (41%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)
Brakes and Traction Control (4%)
Suspension and Steering (25%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (18%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)
Other (3%)
Chart based on 994 repairs.
Chrysler PT Cruiser other repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (13%)
$100 - $499 (25%)
< $100 (63%)
Chart based on 32 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon
150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| Repeated problems with driver seat "stand" breaking. over 4 documented repairs. transmisson computer went out at about 5,000 miles |
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. |
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 |
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. |
2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon
150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 35475 mi US $83 |
Right front wheel bearing bad already - replaced. Airbag replaced due to horn sticking. Still have a thump coming from right rear tire and came home with a new creaking sound coming from front right wheel well area. All warranty repairs. |
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 230hp 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 72200 mi US $192 |
Cracked rim resulted in damaged tire |
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon
150-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 108000 mi US $220 |
Replaced both rear red tail lights because they exploded due to getting flooded in an automatic car wash. (The yellow turn signal/flasher lights were undamaged so not touched.) |
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon
150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 95000 mi US $80 |
cruise control not working - replaced vacuum lines |
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2dr Convertible
150-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 84000 mi US $50 |
Placed battery, this was original battery 5 yrs 1 month, 84,000 miles. |
2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 220hp 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 34100 mi | Fuel Pump replaced because of excessive noise.Replaced under warranty |
2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon
150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 98000 mi US $750 |
Tires replaced. |
| 62620 mi C $137 |
The first one was wiper sprayers and the 2nd a new battery |
| 77500 mi C $20 |
Left passenger tire wouldn't hold air because the rim was corroded. Sanded down and resealed. So far Ok |
2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 215hp 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 58000 mi US $500 |
PT had a loud hum coming from right side, previously safety inspected & repairs performed. I took car to dealer to check out problem & they charged me $40.00 to tell me my tires were noisey!! This is why domestic vehicles are on the downside.$$$ oriented. |
| 58200 mi | Replaced rear gate lifters, which worked, but barely. |
| 120900 mi C $5 |
Replaced windshield washer nozzles (yet again). |
2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon
150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 32860 mi C $300 |
Front Right Axle replaced |
2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon
150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 92000 mi | Wheels replaced three years ago have corroded like those before them. Shop cleaned up corrosion, which slowed but did not stop air leaks around the tire bead. |
| 114000 mi US $56 |
struts to raise and lower rear door had to be replaced. |
| 112000 mi US $500 |
timing belt,water pump,first time been replace ,way pass recomented milage ! |
2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon
150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 47740 mi C $50 |
Both tailgate gas-filled struts were replaced |
| 191000 mi US $20 |
Both right side tires leaking air. Found corrosion on bead of wheel where tire sits. Corrosion was removed and new valve stem installed. Left front tire rapidly loosing air. Found corrosion on wheel bead where tire meets wheel. Cleaned corrosion and installed new valve stem. |
| 149000 mi | Bad seal between tire and rim. Ongoing issue on all 4 chrome tires. |
| 83229 mi C $700 |
low joint bolt and other front parts replacement |
| 84863 mi C $321 |
LBJ and front part replacement |
| 89583 mi C $334 |
Battery replacement |
| 92577 mi C $90 |
Refrigerant Refilled |
| 94527 mi C $253 |
Front wheel speed sensor troubleshooting - ABS lights on |
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