2008 Chrysler Crossfire roadster problems
The Chrysler Crossfire is a rear-wheel drive, two-seat sports car, marketed by Chrysler and manufactured by Karmann of Germany for the 2004 through 2008 model years.
Developed during the period when Chrysler and Mercedes Benz had merged, known as Daimler Chrysler, the two-seater uses the Mercedes-Benz R170 platform and shares 80% of its components with the first generation SLK. The second generation SLK was built on the R171 platform with model year 2005; the R170 platform was essentially handed down to Chrysler for the Crossfire. Having initially arrived in 2001 as a concept car styled by Eric Stoddard, the Chrysler was further refined by Andrew Dyson before production began in 2003 for 2004 model year sales.
Design
The name "Crossfire" refers to two character lines that run from front to rear along the body sides, prominently crossing below the mirrors on the door panels. Conceived during the period of Daimler Chrysler, the name also refers to the collaboration of the two companies.
The Chrysler Crossfire concept car was introduced at the 2001 North American International Auto Show and the production version was unveiled at the 2002 Los Angeles Auto Show as a 2004 model "is as faithful a translation from concept to production as any in recent memory." The concept car was designed "to evoke a strong, passionate, emotional response. We had to retain that. We want to polarize our audience—we want people to love it or hate it."
Conceived as a two-seat halo car for the Chrysler brand, the marketing objective was also to make use of available components using a two-seat roadster chassis. The production car shares about 39% of its parts with Mercedes-Benz vehicles and Chrysler dealers were required to invest in special equipment, tools, and parts to be able to market the new luxury model. The rear-wheel-drive Crossfire coupe styling objective was for a "unique, almost sculptural" design.
The Crossfire 's styling includes a wide stance with 19-inch rear wheels and 18-inch front wheels. Automotive journalists compared the Crossfire to American Motors' 1965–1967 AMC Marlin. Noted journalist, Paul Leinert said the "distinctive boat-tail rear end reminds more than one observer of the old Rambler Marlin." For example, Rob Rothwell wrote "... when I first espied the rear lines of the Chrysler Crossfire I was instantly transported back to 1965 and my favorite car of that year, the Rambler Marlin." Motor Trend also compared the "provocative boattail theme" of the 2004 Crossfire's sheetmetal to that of the AMC Marlin fastback. The Crossfire's tail is "formed as the edges of the roof converge into a kind of teardrop shape, leaving the rear fenders to flare out over the rear wheels."
Chrysler said the Crossfire took inspiration from the 1930s art deco period and buildings such as the Chrysler Building. Motor Trend cites vehicle influences from 1930s including Bugattis and the Talbot Lago. Chrysler wanted to once again offer a performance coupe reminiscent of the luxury reputation they enjoyed during the late 1950s to mid-1960s with the Chrysler 300 letter series coupes and convertibles.
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Common 2008 Chrysler Crossfire roadster problems
The Chrysler Crossfire Roadster, produced in 2008, is known for various common problems reported by its owners. Here is a list of the most frequently mentioned issues and their details:
- Gear Stick Won't Move:
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- Problem: The gear stick is stuck in the park position and won't budge.
- Models affected: All models
- Solution: This issue is usually caused by a slightly out-of-adjustment brake/gear interlock. Adjusting the assembly can resolve the problem, but it is a complicated job best left to professionals.
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- Check Engine Light:
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- Problem: The check engine light is illuminated, but there are no obvious reasons why.
- Models affected: All models
- Solution: The most common reason for this issue is a faulty EGR solenoid. However, it is essential to check the check valve first, as it is an easier part to install. If either looks faulty, then replacements can be found on parts lists. False error codes can also cause the check engine light to illuminate, requiring a PCM software update at a Chrysler dealership.
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- Seat Heating Not Working:
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- Problem: The seats are no longer getting warm when the seat warmer button is pressed.
- Models affected: All models
- Solution: Chrysler has released a special repair kit designed specifically to resolve this issue. These repair kits can be ordered directly from BreakerYard for quick delivery.
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- Alloy Wheel Corrosion:
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- Problem: The alloy wheels on this car can corrode, leading to white powder marks, bubbles, or rust.
- Models affected: All models
- Solution: If the problem is not too bad, it may be possible to fix it yourself by rubbing down the affected area, treating it, and then repainting the area. However, if the damage is severe, it may be necessary to take the wheels to a specialist for proper repair.
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- Catalytic Converter Failure:
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- Problem: The catalytic converter commonly fails early on the Crossfire, causing a rattling noise when starting the engine from cold and pressing the foot on the accelerator.
- Models affected: All models
- Solution: Fitting a replacement catalytic converter is the only way to fix this problem.
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- Headlight Condensation:
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- Problem: The headlights fill up with condensation inside the lens, particularly on colder mornings.
- Models affected: All models
- Solution: There are two options to resolve this issue: drilling small holes at the bottom of the lens to allow excess water to run out or purchasing replacement headlight units at low prices.
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- Starting Problems:
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- Problem: If the crankshaft position sensor fails on this car, it can cause starting problems, and the engine management warning light will likely appear on the dashboard.
- Models affected: All models
- Solution: Replacing the crankshaft position sensor will resolve this issue.
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- Airbag Deployment:
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- Problem: The airbag may deploy for no reason, potentially causing serious injury due to metal fragments inside the airbag.
- Models affected: All models
- Solution: The only solution is to head to a Chrysler dealer, as this issue was the cause of a big recall. Check your car's history to ensure the work has been carried out on your vehicle, and if not, get it done as soon as possible.
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These common problems should be considered when purchasing a Chrysler Crossfire Roadster from 2008. Regular maintenance and inspections can help prevent or address these issues, ensuring a safer and more enjoyable driving experience.
What problems does the Chrysler Crossfire have?
Chrysler Crossfire Common Problems and Solutions
- Broken Cup Holder. Problem: ...
- Gear Stick Won't Move. Problem: ...
- Check Engine Light. Problem: ...
- Seat Heating Not Working. Problem: ...
- Alloy wheel corrosion. Problem: ...
- Catalytic converter failure. Problem: ...
- Headlight condensation. Problem: ...
- Starting problems. Problem:
Is Crossfire a good car?
After driving the Crossfire, we came away wishing it had more low-end torque, slightly better steering feel, less interior plastic and better ergonomics in the cabin, but we can't deny how much fun the car is on twisty roads, or how upscale it feels when cruising along coastal highways.
Is the Chrysler Crossfire expensive to repair?
The annual maintenance cost of a Chrysler Crossfire is $422. Repair and maintenance costs vary depending on age, mileage, location and shop.
How many miles does a Crossfire last?
The standard miles go around 50,000, but many versions have as high as 100,000 miles and more.
What problems does the Chrysler Crossfire have?
Chrysler Crossfire Common Problems and Solutions
- Broken Cup Holder. Problem: ...
- Gear Stick Won't Move. Problem: ...
- Check Engine Light. Problem: ...
- Seat Heating Not Working. Problem: ...
- Alloy wheel corrosion. Problem: ...
- Catalytic converter failure. Problem: ...
- Headlight condensation. Problem: ...
- Starting problems. Problem:
Is Chrysler Crossfire expensive to maintain?
The annual maintenance cost of a Chrysler Crossfire is $422. Repair and maintenance costs vary depending on age, mileage, location and shop.
Why did the Crossfire fail?
The Crossfire SRT-6 had a factory wing that looked cheap, and out of place, so the exterior styling was divisive, but the interior was where the Crossfire fell apart.
Is Crossfire a good car?
After driving the Crossfire, we came away wishing it had more low-end torque, slightly better steering feel, less interior plastic and better ergonomics in the cabin, but we can't deny how much fun the car is on twisty roads, or how upscale it feels when cruising along coastal highways.
2008 Chrysler Crossfire roadster car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Chrysler Crossfire roadster problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Air bags problems
- Visibility/wiper problems
- Structure problems
- Visibility problems
- Unknown or other problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2008 Chrysler Crossfire roadster vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2008 Chrysler Crossfire roadster
The NHTSA has received 39 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2008 Chrysler Crossfire roadster. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2008 Chrysler Crossfire roadster vehicles.
VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-06-19
- VIN: 1C3LN65L78X
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: Back window separated from soft top on both side and part of the bottom
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-01-10
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SHUTOFF. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE LOCAL DEALER HAYES CHRYSLER JEEP LOCATED AT 3115 FRONTAGE RD, GAINESVILLE, GA 30504 WHO REPLACED THE BATTERY. AFTER RETRIEVING THE VEHICLE AND DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 2 MILES, THE ENGINE SHUTOFF A SECOND TIME. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT YET DETERMINED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 12,000.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-07-12
- VIN: 1C3LN65L68X
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: REAR WINDOW IN CONVERTIBLE TOP FELL OUT WHILE IN DRIVEWAY 3 DAYS AGO
VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-07-08
- VIN: 1C3LN65L28X
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: ON JULY 10 WHEN I LEFT THE OFFICE, I WAS DRIVING THE CAR TO GO HOME IN THE AFTERNOON AND I NOTICED A STRANGE NOISE COMING FROM THE BACK SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. IN THE RED TRAFFIC LIGHT STOP I INSPECTED THE REAR GLASS AND I REALIZED IT IS DETACHED ALMOST 70%, MAINLY THE BOTTOM PORTION, JUST THE UPPER SIDE WAS ATTACHED. I DROVE CAREFULLY ABOUT 5 MILES TO GET HOME AND I WAS WORRIED BECAUSE THE GLASS CAN FALL OFF FROM THE CAR AND HAVE AN INCIDENT WHILE DRIVING IN THE RUSH HOUR IN THE AVENUE I ALWAYS TAKE (45 MILES/HR). I CANNOT DRIVE THE CAR IN THIS CONDITION. I INVESTIGATED AND I SEE SIMILAR REPORTS ABOUT THIS REAR GLASS COMING OFF.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-02-01
- VIN: 1C3LN65L88X
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V081000 (AIR BAGS). DESERT 215 SUPERSTORE (8030 RAFAEL RIVERA WAY, LAS VEGAS, NV 89118) AND THE MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS AND STATED THAT THE TOOLS NEEDED TO INSTALL THE REPLACEMENT PART WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-06-14
- VIN: 1C3LN69LX8X
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: THE HEADLINER ON THE ROOF IN MY 2008 CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE HAS DETACHED COMPLETELY EXCEPT FOR THE SIDE AND REAR COMPARTMENT UPPER EDGES AND HAS SUNKEN/FALLEN IN FRONT OF ME AND MY PASSENGERS FIELD OF VIEW COVERING OUR EYES AND RESTING ON OUR HEADS PLUS BLOCKING MY DRIVERS REAR VIEW MIRROR TO THE BACK WINDOW FIELD OF VIEW AS WELL. THIS IS CERTAINLY A SAFETY HAZARD AND APPARENTLY CAUSED FROM A POOR QUALITY APPLICATION OF HEADLINER GLUE/DECOMPOSING FABRIC. THIS CAR IS KEPT IN PRISTINE SHAPE AND COVERED ALMOST CONTINUOUSLY. THERE HAVE BEEN NO EXTERNAL FORCES, MISTREATMENT, NOR CHEMICAL APPLICATIONS CAUSING THE SOURCE OF THE PROBLEM. IT OCCURRED WHILE IT WAS PARKED IN MY DRIVEWAY, NOT ON THE PUBLIC STREET DURING A TWO-WEEK PERIOD OF NON-USE. I AM UNABLE TO DRIVE IT AT THIS TIME.
VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-09-07
- VIN: 1C3LN65L88X
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: REAR WINDOW BECAME DETACHED FROM CONVERTIBLE TOP, WHICH MEANT THE CAR COULD NOT BE SAFELY DRIVEN. ACCORDING TO DEALER, UNABLE TO REATTACH WINDOW - ENTIRE TOP HAD TO BE REPLACED. CONVERTIBLE TOP WAS REPLACED SO CAR COULD BE DRIVEN SAFELY. THERE WERE ONLY 960 OF THESE CARS MANUFACTURED IN 2008, SO THE PERCENTAGE OF CARS WITH THIS ISSUE MIGHT BE HIGHER THAN WOULD FIRST BE APPARENT.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-04-26
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: 2008 CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO TAKATA AIRBAG INFLATOR SAFETY RECALL. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED AFTER THE AIRBAG INFLATOR RECALL WAS COMPLETED THE SRS LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. *JS
VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-07-18
- VIN: 1C3LN65L38X
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: WHILE VEHICLE WAS AT THE DEALER FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE I WAS TOLD THE REAR WINDOW OF MY CONVERTIBLE FELL OUT AND WAS LAYING ON THE REAR SHELF. WAS TOLD THERE WAS NOTHING CHRYSLER COULD DO ABOUT THIS. SEEMS THIS IS QUITE COMMON WITH THE TOPS. A RECALL WAS ISSUED FOR THE 2005 MODELS BUT SEEMS THE PROBLEM STILL EXIST. WAS ALSO TOLD TO HAVE THE TOP REPLACED ($2500) AND KEEP THE RECEIPT IF THERE IS A RECALL I WOULD BE REIMBURSED. THERE HAVE BEEN HUNDREDS OF COMPLAINTS ABOUT THIS. HOW MANY DOES IT TAKE?
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-04-17
- VIN: 1C3LN69L28X
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: THE DEALER, AUTONATION CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM LITTLETON COLORADO HAS NOT COMPLIED WITH REPLACING THE RECALLED AIRBAGS. I HAVE CALLED NUMEROUS TIMES, BROUGHT IN CAR ONCE AFTER GETTING APPOINTMENT (HAD TO WAIT 3 WEEKS FOR APPOINTMENT) DID NOT HAVE PART. SAID THEY WOULD CALL WHEN PART CAME IN. NO CALL. REPEATED CALLS ARE DROPPED/PERSON ISN'T IN/LEAVE MESSAGE. NOTHING. APPOINTMENT DATE WAS 4/17/2017 9:30 AM. CONTACT PERSON: D MULLEN & DAVID MCILRATH
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-04-03
- VIN: 1C3LN65L38X
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TAKATA RECALL-- I PLACED A CALL TO MY AREA DEALER ; RON CARTER IN ALVIN AND WAS TOLD BY THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT THAT THEY DID NOT HAVE A CROSSFIRE MECHANIC.MY PAST EXPERIENCES DICTATE A TYPICAL RESPONSE FROM THIS DEALER FOR ISSUES THEY DO NOT WANT TO DEAL WITH.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-01-09
- VIN: 1C3LN69L48X
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 016V081000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART FOR THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-09-01
- VIN: 1C3LN69L18X
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TAKATA RECALL - 16V-081 DRIVER AIRBAG LIGHT IS ON. UNABLE TO REGISTER THE VEHICLE DUE TO INABILITY TO FIX IT SINCE THE CHRYSLER HAS BASICALLY ABANDONED THIS CAR. THERE IS NO EXPECTATION OF THE RECALL PARTS BEING MADE AVAILABLE. THIS CAR IS NOW A LOSS TO ME SINCE NO ONE WANTS TO RISK DRIVING IT AND HARMING THEMSELVES. *TR
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-12-05
- VIN: 1C3LN69L58X
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V081000 (AIR BAGS). THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE VIN WAS INVALID. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE UPDATED 01/25/18*L J UPDATED 7/13/18*JB *TR
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-04-29
- VIN: 1C3LN65L38X
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V081000 (AIR BAGS). THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE. ..UPDATED 01/04/17 *BF UPDATED 08/22/2017*JS
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-09-01
- VIN: 1C3LN65L58X
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TAKAYUKI RECALL-RECEIVED NOTICE OVER YEAR AGO THAT DANGEROUS SITUATION EXISTED WITH AIR BAG INFLATOR MECHANISM. CONTACTED DEALER TODAY AND NO REMEDY IS AVAILABLE YET. AFRAID TO DRIVE CAR SHOULD THERE BE AN ACCIDENT.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-10-21
- VIN: 1C3LN65L18X
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V061000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART FOR THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE. UPDATED 02/03/17*LJ AIRBAG RECALL AND FAILURE OF REAR BACK WINDOW GLASS UPDATED 8/30/18*JB
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-09-25
- VIN: 1C3LN65L587
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: WE OWN AN 2008 CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE CONVERTIBLE WITH 8500 MILES. THE REAR WINDOW CAME COMPLETELY LOOSE. I HAVE TALKED TO CHRYSLER CUSTOMER SERVICE AND THEY HAVE REFUSED TO DO ANYTHING ABOUT THIS TOP. THE CROSSFIRE HAS ALWAYS BEEN GARAGED. IT DOES NOT STAY OUTSIDE. HAYS CHRYSLER WILL NOT HELP EITHER. I SPOKE TO A LOCAL CONVERTIBLE SHOP AND WAS TOLD THE WINDOW COULD NOT BE REPAIRED. I OWN AN 05 CROSSFIRE THAT HAD THE SAME PROBLEM AND CHRYSLER REPLACED THE TOP. IT MAKES NO SENSE ONE WOULD BE REPAIRED AND THE OTHER REJECTED. THIS IS AN ONGOING PROBLEM WITH MANY OTHERS. PLEASE LOOK INTO THIS PROBLEM FOR ME AND SEE WHAT YOU CAN DO!!
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-08-28
- VIN: 1C3LN65L58X
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE. THE CONTACT EXITED THE VEHICLE AND, WITHOUT WARNING, THE REAR WINDOW DETACHED FROM THE FRAME. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND A REPAIR SHOP FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND PROVIDED NO SOLUTION. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE WHO WOULD REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 8,500. UPDATED 12/20/16*LJ UPDATED 12/22/16.*JB
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-09-01
- VIN: 1C3LN69L58X
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: 2008 CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO LACK OF COMMUNICATION FROM DEALERSHIP ON REPLACEMENT PARTS TO REPAIR DRIVER AIRBAG INFLATOR RECALL NOTICE. *SMD UPDATED 03/08/17.*JB
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-02-11
- VIN: 1C3LN69L88X
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V081000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-09-01
- VIN: 1C3LN69LX8X
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: 2008 CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO REPLACEMENT PARTS NOT AVAILABLE TO REPAIR DRIVER AIRBAG INFLATOR RECALL NOTICE. *SMD
VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-08-18
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: I WENT AWAY ON VACATION FOR A WEEK AND LEFT MY 2008 CROSSFIRE AT HOME. THREE DAYS AFTER LEAVING, MY GRANDSON CALLS AND TELLS ME THAT THE REAR WINDSHIELD HAD DETACHED FROM THE CONVERTIBLE TOP AND WAS LAYING INSIDE THE CAR. THANK GOD HE CAUGHT IT AND COVERED IT BECAUSE THAT NIGHT THEY HAD 3 INCHES OF RAIN OVERNIGHT.
VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-08-13
- VIN: 1C3LN65L78X
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: SUMMARY: THE REAR WINDOW GLASS SEPARATED FROM CONVERTIBLE FABRIC TOP WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED. DETAILS: ON 8/13/2016, AT ABOUT NOON, NEAR BERTRAM, TEXAS, ON A HOT CLEAR DAY, I PARKED THE SUBJECT VEHICLE ALONG THE SIDE OF A RESIDENTIAL ROAD. THE VEHICLE WAS IN SIGHT THE WHOLE TIME. NOTHING STRUCK OR TOUCHED THE VEHICLE WHILE I TALKED TO NEIGHBORS FOR ABOUT AN HOUR. WHEN I RETURNED, THE REAR WINDOW HAD SEPARATED FROM THE CANVAS ON THE BOTTOM AND SIDES, AND THE LOWER PORTION OF THE WINDOW WAS RESTING ON THE REAR DECK INSIDE THE CAR. THE WINDOW WAS STILL PRECARIOUSLY ATTACHED ALONG THE TOP. THE WIRES CONNECTING TO THE WINDOW GLASS DEFOGGING ELEMENTS WERE STILL ATTACHED AT THE SIDES. IT APPEARED THE BEAD OF GLUE AROUND THE EDGES HAD FAILED, PERHAPS DUE TO HEAT. IT HAD DETACHED FROM THE FABRIC SIDE OF THE GLUE JOINT. I ATTEMPTED TO DRIVE BUT THE WINDOW WAS SWINGING AROUND AND HITTING THE CAR BODY, SO I DECIDED IT WAS UNSAFE. I CAREFULLY LOWERED THE TOP INTO THE TRUNK AND CONTINUED HOME. I RETURNED THE TOP TO ITS 'UP' POSITION AND TOOK PHOTOS OF THE SEPARATED WINDOW. IT LOOKED THE SAME AT THAT POINT AS WHEN I FIRST NOTICED IT. (PHOTOS INCLUDED.) I BELIEVE THIS IS A SERIOUS SAFETY CONCERN BECAUSE HAD THE GLUE FAILED WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, THE REAR WINDOW COULD HAVE FLOWN OUT OR BLOWN INWARD FROM THE BACK DRAFT, HITTING THE ROLL BARS AND SHATTERING GLASS ONTO THE DRIVER. ACCORDING TO NATIONAL NEWS, CHRYSLER ISSUED A TSB FOR THIS SAME PROBLEM FOR THE 2005 MODEL YEAR OF THIS VEHICLE IN SOUTHERN STATES (INCLUDING TEXAS) AND IS PROVIDING EXTENDED WARRANTY COVERAGE FOR ONLY THOSE VEHICLES. IT APPEARS THIS PROBLEM IS NOT LIMITED TO MODEL YEAR 2005. ALTHOUGH THAT YEAR MAY HAVE MORE COMPLAINTS SINCE OVER 2/3 OF ALL CONVERTIBLES SOLD OF THIS MODEL WERE SOLD IN 2005. I BELIEVE THIS IS A SERIOUS SAFETY-RELATED DEFECT THAT WARRANTS A RECALL.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-07-25
- VIN: 1C3LN65L38X
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: I WAS DRIVING MY 2008 CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE ROADSTER WHEN I NOTICED A WIND SOUND COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE PASSENGER SIDE. I NOTICED A SEPARATION IN THE REAR WINDOW GLASS FROM THE CONVERTIBLE TOP. BY THE TIME I ARRIVED HOME THE GLASS HAS SEPARATED MORE THAN HALF WAY FROM THE CONVERTIBLE TOP. I WILL NOT DRIVE THIS CROSSFIRE ANYMORE AS I BELIEVE THIS SEPARATION MENTIONED ABOVE TO BE UNSAFE AND COULD POSSIBLY FAIL COMPLETELY AND CAUSE A HAZARD TO MYSELF AND OTHERS OR CRASH DURING DRIVING.
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