2008 Chrysler Crossfire problems & reliability
27 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2008 Chrysler Crossfire, alongside 1 safety recall campaign. 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.
Most reported problems
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags → | 15 | 56% |
| Visibility | 5 | 19% |
| Visibility/wiper | 4 | 15% |
| Unknown OR Other | 3 | 11% |
| Structure | 2 | 7% |
| Engine | 1 | 4% |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.
Complaints by incident year
What owners report
“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…”
Engine · filed Jan 12, 2021
“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…”
Air Bags · filed Jul 3, 2019
“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…”
Unknown OR Other · filed Jun 19, 2019
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Federal defect investigations
- Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
Engineering Analysis EA21002 · opened Sep 17, 2021 · open
Technical service bulletins
45 manufacturer communications (TSBs, service campaigns, warranty extensions) are on file with NHTSA for the 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. The 10 most recent:
Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service…
9100226 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Sep 15, 2023
Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service…
9100226 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Sep 15, 2023
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
Convertible Switch Lamp Flashes When Attempting To Operate The Power Convertible Top, Convertible Top Does Not Operate to Open
S2008000168 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Oct 30, 2020
Convertible Switch Lamp Flashes When Attempting To Operate The Power Convertible Top, Convertible Top Does Not Operate to Open
S2008000168 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Oct 30, 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
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
The 2008 Chrysler Crossfire has 1 NHTSA recall campaign — recall repairs are free at franchised dealers regardless of the vehicle’s age.
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.
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