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2008 Chrysler Aspen 4x4 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2008 Chrysler Aspen 4x4 sits mid-pack among Aspen 4x4 years: 88 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 88, with no recalls and no defect investigations.

The trouble concentrates in one system: fuel system issues account for 43% of all reports (38 of 88), far ahead of airbags at 13.

88

NHTSA complaints

0

Recalls

0

Investigations

3

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

4

Injuries

0

Deaths

NCAP overall

How does 2008 compare to other Aspen 4x4 years?

Aspen 4x4 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2008 highlighted104 complaints2007: 104 complaints2008: 88 complaints2009: 10 complaints
Aspen 4x4 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2008 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2008 Chrysler Aspen 4x4 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Fuel System3843%
Airbags1315%
Electrical System1113%
Transmission78%
Engine67%
Steering56%
Speed Control22%
Suspension22%
Seat Belts11%
Lighting11%
Tires & Wheels11%
Other11%

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

WHEN FUELING MY 2008 ASPEN IS COMPLETE IT DOES NOT SHUT-OFF AND GAS SPEWS OUT ALL OVER THE CAR, MYSELF, AND EVERYTHING ELSE. THIS STARTED ABOUT A YEAR AGO AND THEN QUIT, IT HAS SINCE STARTED UP AGAIN WITH A VENGEANCE OF AN EXPLOSION OF GASOLINE. I FIRST THOUGHT IT WAS THE PUMP, BUT I HAVE GONE TO…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · January 4, 2013

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. MY WIFE AND 2 SMALL CHILDREN WERE IN THE CAR, EVERYONE IS FINE BUT IT DAWNED ON US AFTERWARD…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · December 31, 2008 · crash

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. ONCE ON THE SHOULDER, THE VEHICLE COULD BE PHYSICALLY KEYED OFF, THEN…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · November 15, 2017

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. THE CONTACT THEN SHIFTED INTO REVERSE AND THE VEHICLE RAPIDLY ACCELERATED BACKWARD, CRASHING INTO THE HOME A SECOND…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · February 14, 2014 · crash

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. ONCE ON THE SHOULDER, THE VEHICLE COULD BE PHYSICALLY KEYED OFF, THEN…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · November 15, 2017

2008 Chrysler Aspen 4x4 — common questions

Is the 2008 Chrysler Aspen 4x4 reliable?

It is close to typical for the Aspen 4x4: 88 NHTSA complaints, 0 recalls, and no investigations on file.

What are the most common 2008 Aspen 4x4 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are fuel system (38 complaints), airbags (13 complaints), electrical system (11 complaints).

Does the 2008 Chrysler Aspen 4x4 have recalls?

No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2008 Chrysler Aspen 4x4.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.