2009 Chrysler Aspen
Only 25 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 25 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 25
- Recalls
- 4
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2009
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2009: 25 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 1 |
| 2007 | 129 |
| 2008 | 74 |
| 2009 | 25 |
Known problem areas
Only 25 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
9 of 25 total reports mention: power train.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Chrysler Aspen. The contact stated that NHTSA campaign number 13V038000 (Power train) had exceeded a reasonable time for repair. The recall notification was received by the contact several months ago.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-11-13
My husband's truck and my Aspen are both affected by the N08 recall for rear axle pinion nut.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-11-04
Fuel/propulsion system
5 of 25 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
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Every time I fill the gas tank, the fuel spills out of the fill tube when it gets full. I have tried putting it in slow but before the nozzle can shut off it blows the fuel back out of the fill tube.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-12-19
Fuel pump short circuit. After pumping gas the truck will not turn on. Short circuit from the pump to the starter. After turning the key to power on the truck all the gas spilled from underneath.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-12-20
Also filed under Electrical system
Air bags
5 of 25 total reports mention: air bags.
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The contact owned a 2009 Chrysler Aspen. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown rate of speed, she was run off the road by a vehicle by another vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-02-23
Electrical system
3 of 25 total reports mention: electrical system.
Seat belts
2 of 25 total reports mention: seat belts.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Chrysler Aspen. The contact stated that another vehicle crashed into the rear of the vehicle. Upon impact, the passenger's side rear seat belt failed to engage and caused the passenger's head to strike the seat.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-03-26
Safety timeline
4 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2013-11-07Power train13V038000 Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Ram 1500 trucks manufactured from February 27, 2008, through June 30, 2009, and from December 1, 2009, through October 20, 2011; model year…
Remedy: On November 7, 2013 Chrysler notified owners that dealers would install a pinion nut retainer, free of charge. In July 2015, and under a consent order with NHTSA, the company agreed to offer owners…
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2017-01-11Air bags16V947000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2009 Dodge Durango and Chrysler Aspen vehicles manufactured January 17, 2007, to December 18, 2008, and 2010 RAM 3500 cab chassis manufactured September 25, 2009, to February 1, 2010.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began January 11, 2017.
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2017-03-27Air bags16V352000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 RAM 2500 trucks produced at the St. Louis North Assembly Plant.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM owners. Mitsubishi owners will be notified by their company.
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2018-02-28Air bags18V021000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger and Dodge Charger vehicles, and 2009-2011 Dodge Dakota vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia,...
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2018.
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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
Buy-smart checklist
2009 Chrysler Aspen — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 9 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 5 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 13V038000 · Power train
- Recall 16V947000 · Air bags
- Recall 16V352000 · Air bags
- Recall 18V021000 · Air bags
FAQ
- Is the 2009 Chrysler Aspen 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 2009 Chrysler Aspen?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 36% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2009 Chrysler Aspen have?
- 4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.