2005 Chrysler Crossfire Convertible problems & reliability
124 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2005 Chrysler Crossfire Convertible. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Complaints are unverified reports submitted by owners to the federal Office of Defects Investigation.
Each complaint is counted once (by NHTSA case number), even when it names several vehicles.
1 complaint report injuries (1 injured).
Most reported problems
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 47 | 38% |
| Visibility/wiper | 38 | 31% |
| Unknown OR Other | 33 | 27% |
| Visibility | 29 | 23% |
| Electrical System | 9 | 7% |
| Engine | 2 | 2% |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 2% |
| Steering | 2 | 2% |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1% |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1% |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.
Mileage when problems occurred
Half of the failures with a reported odometer reading occurred by 48,000 miles (middle 50% between 32,025 and 69,500 miles), based on 119 complaints that included mileage.
Complaints by incident year
What owners report
“Safety hazard. Rear glass window becomes unglued and falls out while driving. Could fly onto road and shatter or hit another car. Chrysler indicates even though I do not own it very long and have low mileage they cannot help with this that the entire top must be replaced at a cost of approx. $3000.00. It is a known…”
Unknown OR Other · filed Jul 5, 2019
“The glass window in the convertible roof has come loose allowing water to enter the car and damage electronics. It is a safety hazard as if it fell off driving it could have killed someone!”
Structure · filed May 20, 2019
“Hi a was driving my 2005 crossfire going down hill an it just cut off. It seem like there are lot of people are these same preambles with the crossfire car. An chrysler no about them an will no do anything about it until some get kill. No breaks going down the my kid was in as well these computer parts are bad and…”
Electronic Stability Control (esc) · filed Apr 15, 2019
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Technical service bulletins
34 manufacturer communications (TSBs, service campaigns, warranty extensions) are on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Chrysler Crossfire Convertible. The 10 most recent:
Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles. If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during servicing, the fasteners (Part Number…
9004009 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 7, 2021
Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles. If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during servicing, the fasteners (Part Number…
9004009 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Mar 31, 2021
KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not…
9004275 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 22, 2020
Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
23-015-20 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 30, 2020
Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery…
08-049-20 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 22, 2020
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
3100519 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2019
Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
3100319 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2019
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
3100619 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2019
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
31-005-19 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2019
Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
31-003-19 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2019
TSBs are repair guidance manufacturers send to dealers — they are not recalls and repairs are not automatically free. Full documents are available on NHTSA’s site.
Safety recalls
No NHTSA recall campaigns name the 2005 Chrysler Crossfire Convertible in our current data. Recalls may apply only to certain VIN ranges — always confirm with a VIN check.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →Buying a used 2005 Chrysler Crossfire Convertible?
- · Decode the seller’s VIN with our free VIN decoder to confirm the exact year, engine and trim.
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- · Owners most often reported problems around 48,000 miles — budget accordingly if the car is approaching that mileage.