2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Reliability

2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 4dr Wagon

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Base Wagon (2.4L 4-cyl. 5-speed Manual)

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Reliability Rating for 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser by Identifix

Ratings Key

Minimal Problems

Moderate Problems

Significant Problems

	Rating	Comments
Engine		An periodic problem on this vehicle is failure of the Engine Cooling Fan Motor Assembly. The cost to repair the Engine Cooling Fan Motor Assembly is estimated at $472.00 for parts and $143.00 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Transmission & Driveline		Occasional problems on this vehicle are failures of the Left or Right Constant Velocity (C/V) Axels. The cost to replace either Constant Velocity (C/V) Axel is estimated at $144.00 to $292.00 for parts and $46.00 for labor per axle. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Steering & Suspension		An occasional problem on this vehicle is failure of the Rack and Pinion Steering Assembly. The cost to replace the Rack and Pinion Steering Assembly is estimated at $767.00 for parts and $234.00 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Brake
Heating & Air Conditioning
Starting & Charging
Accessories
Overall		4 out of 5

Reliability Ratings displayed above reflect style specific standard features and may vary from aggregated values displayed for the same year in the historical model overviewed bellow.

Reliability History for Chrysler PT Cruiser by Identifix

	2003	2004	2005	2006	2007
Engine
Transmission & Driveline
Steering & Suspension
Brake
Heating & Air Conditioning
Starting & Charging
Accessories
Overall

Reliability Ratings by Identifix is based from repair shop-reported issues. Though this data may be for years prior to model you are researching, it exposes how reliable this model platform has been historically.