Chrysler PT Cruiser extended warranty
The Chrysler PT Cruiser is a wagon that was offered with a gas engine. Here's what the factory warranty covers, what it leaves out and what to look for in a plan.
- BodyWagon
- PowertrainGas engine
- StatusNo longer sold new
Worth covering
Parts to check in a PT Cruiser plan
- EngineThe engine block, cylinder heads and the internally lubricated parts inside them: pistons, crankshaft, camshafts, timing chain, oil pump and valve train.
- TransmissionThe transmission case and internal parts, the torque converter, valve body and, on most plans, the transmission control module. Automatic, manual, CVT and dual-clutch units are all eligible.
- Drive axle and differentialFront and rear differentials, axle shafts, constant-velocity joints, the driveshaft and universal joints.
How much factory warranty is left on your PT Cruiser?
Estimate only, assuming the car was first sold early in its model year. Your in-service date is on your registration or available from a dealer.
Chrysler PT Cruiser factory warranty
New Chrysler vehicles typically come with basic coverage for 3 years or 36,000 miles and powertrain coverage for 5 years or 60,000 miles, whichever comes first. Coverage starts on the date the vehicle was first sold. Terms can differ by model year, so confirm yours in the warranty booklet or with a Chrysler dealer.
The PT Cruiser is no longer sold new in the US, so most examples are close to or beyond the end of factory coverage.
Why body style matters
Wagons share their running gear with the sedan or crossover they are based on. Many have all-wheel drive, which adds a rear differential and a center coupling to the parts list.
Naturally aspirated gas engine
A conventional gas engine has no turbocharger, which removes one expensive part. The costly failures are internal: timing chain components, head gaskets, oil pumps and, on direct-injection engines, the high-pressure fuel pump. Powertrain-level plans cover these internally lubricated parts.
About Chrysler
Most Chryslers on the road are minivans, and minivans carry a lot of moving parts: power sliding doors, a power liftgate, rear climate control and rear entertainment. All of it falls outside powertrain coverage.
Choose your coverage
Plan levels for the PT Cruiser
The parts that make the car move, and the most expensive to replace.
Powertrain plus the major named systems.
Exclusionary coverage: everything except a short list of exclusions.
From the blog
Reading for Chrysler PT Cruiser owners
- Repairs and costsTiming Chain Problems: Symptoms and CausesLearn the warning signs of a stretched or failing timing chain, what causes it, why repairs are labor-heavy, and how service contracts may treat it.4 min read
- Repairs and costsHead Gasket Failure ExplainedWhat a head gasket does, the warning signs of failure, why it happens, what repairs involve and how extended warranties often treat it.4 min read
- Repairs and costsWhat a Blown Engine Means and What Happens NextA blown engine means serious internal damage. Learn the common causes, the signs, your repair options, and how warranty claims for engines usually work.4 min read
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Is the Chrysler PT Cruiser eligible for extended coverage?
Eligibility depends on the vehicle's year and mileage, and each provider sets its own limits. Because the PT Cruiser is no longer sold new, older examples may qualify only for powertrain-level plans.
Which coverage level fits a Chrysler PT Cruiser?
If the gas engine and transmission are your main concern, a powertrain plan covers them. If you also want air conditioning, electrical parts and electronics covered, look at a mid-level or comprehensive plan.
How much does a Chrysler PT Cruiser extended warranty cost?
Price depends on the model year, mileage, coverage level, deductible and your ZIP code. Request a quote with your details for an actual price.