Safety recalls0
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 hNo recall campaigns found for the 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser
NHTSA's model names don't always match the VIN decode, so read this as “none found”, not “none exist”.
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Owner complaints by component115
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 45 | 39 |
| Air bags | 24 | 21 |
| Engine | 15 | 13 |
| Power train | 10 | 9 |
| Service brakes | 8 | 7 |
| Seat belts | 7 | 6 |
| Exterior lighting | 7 | 6 |
| Vehicle speed control | 6 | 5 |
| Unknown or other | 6 | 5 |
| Visibility | 6 | 5 |
| Steering | 5 | 4 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 5 | 4 |
| Tires | 5 | 4 |
| Suspension | 4 | 3 |
| Structure | 3 | 3 |
10 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Electrical system
“TIPM. Faulty Module, causing ignition/run power loss while driving.”
- Electrical system
“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.”
- Air bags
“Airbags light and ding sound that doesn't go off for driver and passenger. There's no protection for either side.”
Other Chrysler PT Cruiser model years
- 20100 recalls22 complaints
- 20090 recalls97 complaints
- 20080 recalls115 complaints
- 20070 recalls156 complaints
- 20061 recall373 complaints
- 20053 recalls256 complaints
- 20041 recall217 complaints
All years: 2010 · 2009 · 2008 · 2007 · 2006 · 2005 · 2004 · 2003 · 2002 · 2001
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- 2008 Town & Country7 recalls1,939 complaints
- 2008 Pacifica0 recalls102 complaints
- 2008 3004 recalls758 complaints
- 2008 Sebring4 recalls352 complaints
- 2008 Voyager1 recall4 complaints
- 2008 Crossfire1 recall39 complaints
- 2008 Aspen2 recalls159 complaints
- 2010 2000 recalls13 complaints
- 2004 Concorde1 recall41 complaints
- 2001 LHS3 recalls22 complaints
- 2000 Cirrus5 recalls99 complaints
2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser recall questions
How many recalls does the 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser have?
NHTSA has no safety recall campaigns on file for the 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. Check a specific car by VIN anyway: a recall can be added at any time.
What is the most common complaint about the 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser?
Electrical system is the most-reported component, named in 45 complaints out of 115 filed with NHTSA (39%). Across all complaints, owners reported 11 crashs and 6 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mopar recall lookup (Chrysler). That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Chrysler dealer.
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