CarRecallWatchThe 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser has no safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 115 complaints with NHTSA, including 11 crashes, 6 fires, 14 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (45 reports).
2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser recalls
No safety recalls on file for the 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Most common 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser problems
Problem areas named in the 115 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 45 |
| Air Bags | 24 |
| Engine | 15 |
| Power Train | 10 |
| Exterior Lighting | 7 |
| Seat Belts | 7 |
| Service Brakes | 7 |
| Visibility | 6 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 6 |
What owners report
TIPM. Faulty Module, causing ignition/run power loss while driving.
Problems reside in the total integrated power management module. TPIM whereas vehicle will shut off while driving. No indicator lights to give warning before the vehicle shuts off. Has on occasion shut off and recovered power multiple times within a minute This is a very dangerous scenario to conduct a road test or have someone confirm the issue on the road.
AIRBAGS LIGHT AND DING SOUND THAT DOESN'T GO OFF FOR DRIVER AND PASSENGER. THERE'S NO PROTECTION FOR EITHER SIDE.
THE AIRBAG SIGN FOR PASSENGER 2 TURNS ON AFTER A WHILE OF DRIVING, SPEEDING PROBLEM WHEN WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE THE CAR TAKES FOREVER TO SPEED UP
TAKATA RECALL THE CAR WAS IN MOTION ON THE HIGHWAY. AN OBJECT WAS STRUCK IN THE ROAD AND THE AIRBAG DEPLOYED ONLY ON THE DRIVER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. *BF *JB
2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser questions
Does the 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser at this time.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser?
Based on 115 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (45), Air Bags (24), Engine (15).
How do I check if a recall on my 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser has been fixed?
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