Table 1 shows four common service brakes related problems of the 2008 Chrysler Pt Cruiser. The number one most common problem is related to the service brakes (five problems). The second most common problem is related to the brake disc pads (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes problems | |
| Brake Disc Pads problems | |
| Brake Squeaking Noise problems | |
| Brake Loud Noise problems |
In Dec. 2013, at 71k miles, in the car used by my college-age daughter, when starting the car on a cold morning (20's) I noted rock-hard brake pedal and no power assist whatsoever while backing down our driveway. By the street, it had a normal pedal feel and assist. Read details...
The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler Pt Cruiser. While driving 30 mph, the brake pedal was depressed and traveled to the floorboard. The contact was able to pull the vehicle over on a dirt patch, which stopped the vehicle. The contact turned the vehicle off and smoke entered into the vehicle. Read details...
The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler Pt Cruiser. The contact stated that the vehicle exhibited an increased stopping distance when the brakes were applied. The brakes also emitted a squeaking noise during the failure. Read details...