AI Damage2008 Chrysler Crossfire Roadster: common problems
Owners of the 2008 Chrysler Crossfire Roadster filed 12 complaints with NHTSA, most often about visibility and structure. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Owner complaints
- 12
What fails most often
- 1 Visibility 67% of all complaints
- 2 Structure 50% of all complaints
- 3 Air bags 17% of all complaints
- Visibility: 8 complaints (67% of all).
- Structure: 6 complaints (50% of all).
- Air bags: 2 complaints (17% of all).
Symptoms owners describe
How many of the 12 NHTSA complaints mention each symptom (automatic count from complaint text; one complaint can mention several).
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 2 | 0 | 0 |
What owners report
Short excerpts of NHTSA complaints in the original wording. These are owner statements not verified by NHTSA; personal data removed.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 then noticed my rear window had fell 3/4 of the way out and hit the back panel of my car. The adhesive on the rear window assembly failed causing the window assembly to partially fall out.
When owners complained
NHTSA complaints by filing year. The peak shows at what age the problems show up most.
Comparison
By complaint count this model year ranks 10,160 of 36,656 model years in the NHTSA data (top 28% most complained about).
On average one model year of the Crossfire Roadster has 45 complaints (4 years in the data). This year has 12, below average.
What to check before buying
- Visibility. Wipers, mirrors, defrosters, cracked glass.
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
- Air bags. Check the SRS light, stored codes and airbag/curtain status after any impact.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Chrysler Crossfire Roadster?
Owner complaints to NHTSA most often mention: visibility, structure, air bags. Total complaints: 12. The most frequent symptoms in complaint texts: windows, sunroof (75%), knocking, grinding or other noise (8%).
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2008 Chrysler Crossfire Roadster?
NHTSA lists 0 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2008 Chrysler Crossfire Roadster from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2008 models
Read also
Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-05.