2005 Chrysler Crossfire Roadster problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
One of the years to avoid
With 173 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 5.8 times the median Crossfire Roadster year — the 2005 model ranks #1 of 4 Crossfire Roadster years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.
The trouble concentrates in one system: visibility & wipers issues account for 42% of all reports (73 of 173), far ahead of body & structure at 55.
173
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
1
Investigations
4
Crash-involved
0
Fires reported
2
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 2005 compare to other Crossfire Roadster years?
What are the most common 2005 Chrysler Crossfire Roadster problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility & Wipers | 73 | 42% | new |
| Body & Structure | 55 | 32% | new |
| Other | 18 | 10% | new |
| Electrical System | 14 | 8% | new |
| Airbags | 3 | 2% | new |
| Tires & Wheels | 2 | 1% | new |
| Engine | 2 | 1% | new |
| Steering | 1 | 1% | new |
| Lighting | 1 | 1% | new |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1% | new |
| Transmission | 1 | 1% | new |
| Suspension | 1 | 1% | new |
| Speed Control | 1 | 1% | new |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE ROADSTER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE REAR WINDOW BECAME DETACHED FROM THE CONVERTIBLE TOP. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE…”
“2005 CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE CONVERTIBLE TOP HAS A DEFECTIVE GLUE FOR ATTACHING REAR GLASS WINDOW. AFTER ONLY 22K MILES REAR GLASS HAS DETACHED AND CAN ONLY BE REPLACED, NOT FIXED AT A COST OF OVER $2000. THE FAILURE OF THIS DESIGN CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY IF GLASS SEPARATES AT SPEED. CHRYSLER REFUSES…”
“2005 CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE ROADSTER REAR WINDOW FELL OUT OF THE TOP. THIS COULD HAVE FALLEN BEHIND MY CAR AND HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE AND INJURED SOMEONE. I BELONG TO A CHRYSLER CAR CLUB AND FOUND THIS IS A COMMON FAILURE FOR THIS YEAR MODEL. I HAVE CONTACTED CHRYSLER AND AM WAITING FOR THEIR OPINION. I…”
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE ROADSTER. WHEN THE CONTACT PLACED THE KEY IN THE IGNITION, THE IGNITION SWITCH WOULD NOT TURN AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED.THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER, BUT WAS NOT ABLE TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF…”
“PARKING THE CAR I MUST HAVE HIT THE GAS INSTEAD OF THE BRAKE, THE CAR DROVE OVER TWO CURVES, MADE A TURN, AND IN MY PANIC I HIT THE GAS EVEN HARDER THINKING IT WAS THE BRAKE. I ENDED BECAUSE I HIT A TREE THAT STOPPED THE CAR. THE AIRBAG DID NOT EXPLODE. THE CAR WAS TOTALED AND I STILL HAVE HEALTH…”
2005 Chrysler Crossfire Roadster — common questions
Is the 2005 Chrysler Crossfire Roadster reliable?
NHTSA data argues against it: 173 complaints put the 2005 model at #1 of 4 Crossfire Roadster years. It is one of the Crossfire Roadster years to avoid.
What are the most common 2005 Crossfire Roadster problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are visibility & wipers (73 complaints), body & structure (55 complaints), other (18 complaints).
Does the 2005 Chrysler Crossfire Roadster have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2005 Chrysler Crossfire Roadster.
Is the 2005 Chrysler Crossfire Roadster under NHTSA investigation?
NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.
Which Chrysler Crossfire Roadster years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Crossfire Roadster years to avoid are 2005. The cleanest record among Crossfire Roadster years belongs to 2008.
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.