2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser Base
3A8FY48929T574038
Vehicle history report for the 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser Base (VIN 3A8FY48929T574038). Silver, sport utility vehicle [suv]/multipurpose vehicle [mpv], 2.4L 4-cyl, gasoline. 88,520 mi reported. Registered in Tn. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
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At a glance
Vehicle identity & specifications
What's a 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser worth?
What comparable 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser vehicles are listed for — a quick gut-check before you negotiate.
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See this car's exact value →MPG & running costs
Official U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. EPA estimates for this year/make/model; actual mileage varies by trim and driving conditions.
Full vehicle history report
What a full report checks for VIN 3A8FY48929T574038
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Safety recalls None found
No open NHTSA recall campaigns were found for this 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 97 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
🔍 Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
🔍 Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
🔍 Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.
🔍 Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
🔍 Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 97
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
SEATS
The contact owns a 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. The contact stated while driving approximately 20 MPH, the front driver's side seat erroneously rolled backwards, and the driver was unable to reach the brake pedal. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer was contacted regarding the failure. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failur…
NHTSA ODI #11623583ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
SPORADIC INSTRUMENT CLUSTER POWERS ON AND OFF ILLUMINATING ALL LIGHTS. WHEN CONDITION OCCURS IT IS VASTLY DISTRACTING UNABLE TO DETERMINE VEHICLE SPEED ACCURATELY. WHEN THE ISSUE IS PRESENT THE ENGINE WILL TYPICALLY SHUT OFF. THIS SEEMS LIKE AN INCREDIBLY BAD CONDITION TO ALLOW IN A VEHICLE AND CONTACTING CHRYSLER LED TO NO SOLUTION FOR RESOLVING. INTERNET S…
NHTSA ODI #11385200ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
WHILE RUNNING AT 45 MPH ALL THE WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON, THE GAUGES WENT TO ZERO, AND THE MOTOR STARTED STUMBLING. TRYING TO NURSE IT HOME, I STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT WHERE THE PREVIOUS THINGS HAPPENED AGAIN BUT ALSO THE MOTOR COMPLETELY SHUT OFF. THIS LEFT ME STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF A BUSY 4 LANE HIGHWAY. ENGINE FINALLY RESTARTED WHERE I DROVE IT HOME. THIS I…
NHTSA ODI #11243684ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
WHILE DRIVING ALL THE WARNING LIGHT COME ON ENGINE STALLS EVEN AT FREEWAY SPEEDS. CAR HAS TO STOPPED, KEY TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED AND THE ERRORS CLEAR. IT HAS DONE SINCE IT WAS NEW.. IT HAS BEEN RESEARCHED BY DEALER WHILE IN FOR SERVICE. NEVER FIXED IT IS STILL DOING IT..
NHTSA ODI #11221818ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
INTERMITTENTLY ALL DASH LIGHTS COME ON AND ALL GAUGES BEGIN FLUCTUATING AND THE CAR WILL BEGIN TO SPUTTER AND SOMETIMES DIES AND THEN IT DOESN'T DO IT AGAIN FOR MILES
NHTSA ODI #11154208ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
MORE OFTEN THAN NOT, ALL THE LIGHTS ON DASH ILLUMINATE WHEN THE CAR IS FIRST STARTED, SOMETIMES FLASHING ON AND THEN OFF WHEN DRIVING. IF DRIVING, SOMETIMES THE CAR WILL EITHER ACCELERATE OR SLOW DOWN. BECAUSE THE SPEEDOMETER GOES BACK AND FORTH, I HAVE NO IDEA HOW FAST I'M GOING. IF I SLOW DOWN WHEN APPROACHING A RED LIGHT OR TO MAKE A TURN, THE CAR HAS C…
NHTSA ODI #11150244ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE IN DECEMBER OF 2016. THE ODOMETER READING WAS 74,000 MILES AT THAT TIME. IT FUNCTIONED WITHOUT PROBLEMS UNTIL MARCH 2018. THE CAR WAS DRIVEN ABOUT 2 MILES AND THEN WAS PARKED FOR ABOUT 5 HOURS. I STARTED THE CAR AND DROVE ABOUT 2 BLOCKS AT ABOUT 25 MPH WHEN ALL THE DASHBOARD LIGHTS CAME ON, THE GAS GAUGE WENT TO EMPTY AND I FELT A …
NHTSA ODI #11113929ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG INDICATOR TURNED ON AND OFF BY ITSELF WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH. ALSO, THE HORN DID NOT WORK DUE TO THE AIR BAG INDICATOR THAT WAS WIRED INTO THE HORN. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING OR REPAIRS. THE CONTACT CALLED HILLTOP C…
NHTSA ODI #11072708+ 89 more complaints on record.
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Frequently asked questions
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Is the VIN 3A8FY48929T574038 valid?
3A8FY48929T574038 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in Mexico. It decodes to the 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Does the 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser have any open safety recalls?
No open NHTSA safety-recall campaigns were found for the 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. CarLogs checks this against official NHTSA data on every lookup.
What is a fair price for a 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser?
Comparable 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser listings run roughly $1,500–$4,800, typically around $3,036 (from 95 comparable vehicles). The full report shows this exact VIN's valuation.
What fuel economy does the 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser at about 22 mpg combined (19 city / 25 highway).
Data last checked 17 Jul 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.