Three problems related to brake light have been reported for the 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2003 Chrysler Pt Cruiser based on all problems reported for the 2003 Pt Cruiser.
: the contact stated that the brake and tail lights would not illuminate properly. The bulbs intermittently burned out . The vehicle was taken to a service dealer, where the bulbs were changed 4 times. The fifth time the bulbs failed, the dealer determined that the light fixture was defective. Updated 7/25/2006 -.
Brake light mechanism fell out from position under dashboard which made the brake lights stay on constantly, resulting in a dead battery and a dangerous situation with the brake lights being constantly on.
The gasket on the third break light does not fit up to the rear windshield. There is about a 1/4 inch gap. A new one was installed but it has the same problem. It must be a design flaw.