2005 Chrysler Crossfire

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2005 Chrysler Crossfire
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:51:56.280Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chrysler Crossfire Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2005 highlighted. 2004: 109 complaints 2004 2005: 189 complaints 2005 2006: 41 complaints 2006 2007: 38 complaints 2007 2008: 27 complaints 2008
2005: 189 complaints
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YearComplaints
2004109
2005189
200641
200738
200827

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

STRUCTURE 31%

31% of complaints: structure — 59 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing body and roof and pillars.

INJURY
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THE CHROME TRIM ON THE BACKSIDE OF MY 2005 CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE INTERIOR DOOR PULL IS PEELING AND BECOMING VERY SHARP. THIS OCCURS ON BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER DOORS. I RECENTLY SLICED MY FINGER OPEN WHILE CLOSING THE DRIVER'S DOOR.

NHTSA ODI report, 20090526

REAR WINDOW IS SEPARATING FROM CONVERTIBLE TOP. COULD FALL OUT. CHRYSLER IS AWARE OF THIS PROBLEM AND IS REPAIRING SOME BUT NOT ALL DUE TO THE STATE IT WAS DELIVERED TO. I WANT IT TO BE ON RECORD THAT THEY WERE INFORMED OF THIS SAFETY PROBLEM.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120513

Also filed under VISIBILITY

VISIBILITY 30%

30% of complaints: visibility — 57 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing glass, side/rear and rear window wiper/washer.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 20%

20% of complaints: electrical system — 37 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing ignition and interior/under dash.

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June 6th 2024, I got into my 2095 Chrysler crossfire and started driving hearing a rattling sound I pulled over and looked in back of my car to see the back window separated away from the soft top and was openly hanging, I had to get home from where...

NHTSA ODI report, 20240609

Also filed under UNKNOWN OR OTHER

REAR WINDSHIELD COMPLETELY SEPARATED FROM TOP IN LATE (OCT)2010. IT WAS REPLACED AND HAS COMPLETELY SEPARATED AGAIN. I AM SO UPSET. THIS IS DANGEROUS AND COSTLY. I ALSO HAVE ISSUES WITH CAR ALARM GOING OFF WHILE OPERATING VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180412

Also filed under VISIBILITY/WIPER and UNKNOWN OR OTHER

VISIBILITY/WIPER 15%

15% of complaints: visibility/wiper — 28 distinct reports on file.

ENGINE 3%

3% of complaints: engine — 6 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2005 Chrysler Crossfire — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for structure issues (59 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (57 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (37 reports on file for this year).

FAQ

Is the 2005 Chrysler Crossfire 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 2005 Chrysler Crossfire?

The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 31% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2005 Chrysler Crossfire have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.