Electrical System Problems of Chrysler Pt Cruiser

Chrysler Pt Cruiser owners have reported 571 electrical system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 31 most common electrical system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's electrical system (288 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's battery (32 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Electrical System problems of Chrysler Pt Cruiser

The Electrical System problem

Tipm. Faulty module, causing ignition/run power loss while driving.   Read details...

The Battery problem

The problem I am having started about 2 months ago, my battery was suddenly drained and I had no idea why. I had to buy a new battery for about $125. When my fog light indicator began to flicker on and off on its own.   Read details...

The Horn Assembly problem

Whether in motion or standing still, tilt steering wheel clamping mechanism has worn through wires connected to the air bag and its warning system, creating intermittent (short?) failure of air bag warning light, presenting possibility of sudden airbag deployment without warning.   Read details...

The Dash Wiring problem

The contact owns a 2002 Chrysler Pt Cruiser. The contact stated that the dashboard exhibited a long crack which originated on the front driver's side windshield that crossed over the dashboard vent and extended to the instrument panel. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired.   Read details...

The Wiring problem

Electrical wiring shorting out. While driving the car the electrical wiring will short out causing all the dashboard gauges to go haywire and the car loses all power and stalls out.   Read details...




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