2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser recalls and problems
No recalls and 115 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.
2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser recalls
NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
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…
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.
PT Cruiser model years compared
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 3 | 187 | 11 | 12 |
| 2006 | 1 | 349 | 35 | 5 |
| 2007 | 0 | 150 | 18 | 3 |
| 2008 | 0 | 115 | 11 | 6 |
| 2009 | 0 | 97 | 4 | 1 |
| 2010 | 0 | 22 | 1 | 1 |
Across all years, the 2001 PT Cruiser has the most complaints (618). All Chrysler PT Cruiser years →
Questions
- Does the 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser as of October 27, 2026.
- What are the most common problems with the 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser?
- Owners have filed 115 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (45 complaints), followed by air bags (24).
- How many 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser complaints mention a crash or fire?
- 11 of 115 complaints report a crash and 6 a fire; 14 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received March 23, 2026.