MYRModel Year Report

2008 Chrysler Aspen 4X4

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2008 Chrysler Aspen 4X4
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:18:07.778Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chrysler Aspen 4X4 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2008 highlighted. 2007: 87 complaints 2007 2008: 68 complaints 2008 2009: 6 complaints 2009
2008: 68 complaints
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YearComplaints
200787
200868
20096

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 28%

28% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 19 distinct reports on file.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 24%

24% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 16 distinct reports on file.

INJURY
AIR BAGS 19%

19% of complaints: air bags — 13 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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THE AIRBAG SENSOR LIGHT IS CONSTANTLY CHIMING ON AND OFF. THE AUTOMATIC TRUNK DOOR OPENS AND THEN SHUTS ABRUPTLY WITH FORCE WHICH CAN CAUSE SERIOUSLY INJURY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20150402

HIT A DEER TRAVELING AT OVER 50 MPH HEAD ON AND THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. DAMAGE TO THE CAR WAS EXTENSIVE INCLUDING THE FRONT BUMPER, GRILL AND HEADLIGHTS. THE DEER WAS ESTIMATED TO WEIGH OVER 200LBS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20090105

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 12%

12% of complaints: electrical system — 8 distinct reports on file.

INJURY
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THE AIRBAG SENSOR LIGHT IS CONSTANTLY CHIMING ON AND OFF. THE AUTOMATIC TRUNK DOOR OPENS AND THEN SHUTS ABRUPTLY WITH FORCE WHICH CAN CAUSE SERIOUSLY INJURY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20150402

VEHICLE SHUT OFF FOR NO APPARENT REASON WHILE ENTERING ONTO AN EXPRESSWAY. LOSS OF POWER STEERING MADE VEHICLE DIFFICULT TO CONTROL TO SAFELY GET ONTO THE SHOULDER. SUDDEN LOSS OF SPEED MADE THE VEHICLE A FURTHER HAZARD.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171117

POWER TRAIN 10%

10% of complaints: power train — 7 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHRYSLER ASPEN 4X4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN SHIFTING FROM PARK INTO DRIVE, THE VEHICLE RAPIDLY ACCELERATED AND CRASHED INTO THE WALL OF THE GARAGE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140218

WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE INTERMITTENTLY SLIPPED INTO 4-WHEEL DRIVE LOW. VEHICLE IMMEDIATELY BECAME HARD TO STEER/MOVE IN THIS CONDITION, DANGEROUS TO DRIVE AS THE VEHICLE'S HANDLING COULD CHANGE AT ANY MOMENT... AT ANY SPEED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171117

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2008 Chrysler Aspen 4X4 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (19 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (16 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (13 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2008 Chrysler Aspen 4X4 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Chrysler Aspen 4X4?

The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 28% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2008 Chrysler Aspen 4X4 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.