2005 Chrysler Crossfire problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
One of the years to avoid
With 241 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 4.1 times the median Crossfire year — the 2005 model ranks #1 of 5 Crossfire years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.
Visibility & Wipers leads the complaint categories with 85 reports (35% of the total).
241
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
0
Investigations
1
Crash-involved
0
Fires reported
3
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 2005 compare to other Crossfire years?
What are the most common 2005 Chrysler Crossfire problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility & Wipers | 85 | 35% | ▲ up |
| Body & Structure | 59 | 24% | ▲ up |
| Electrical System | 41 | 17% | — flat |
| Other | 24 | 10% | ▲ up |
| Engine | 8 | 3% | ▼ down |
| Tires & Wheels | 6 | 2% | — flat |
| Transmission | 6 | 2% | ▼ down |
| Steering | 4 | 2% | ▼ down |
| Lighting | 4 | 2% | ▲ up |
| Airbags | 3 | 1% | ▼ down |
| Fuel System | 1 | 0% | — flat |
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. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. IN ADDITION, THE REAR WINDOW FRACTURED AND BECAME LOOSE FROM THE HEDGES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO BE REPAIRED BUT THE DETAILS WERE UNKNOWN. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT…”
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE CONVERTIBLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR WINDOW DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND WAS TOLD THAT THE FAILURE WAS A COMMON OCCURRENCE BUT THE WINDOW WAS NOT WARRANTED BY THE MANUFACTURER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT…”
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE ATTEMPTED TO START THE VEHICLE BUT THE ENGINE WOULD NOT START. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED THE DEALER FOR A DIAGNOSTIC AND STATED THAT THE LOCK TUMBLER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS…”
“BY BACK WINDOW GOT UNGLUED & UNABLE TO LOWER MY TOP. ALSO THE ELECTRICAL JUST STOPPED I'M NOT ABLE TO MOVE MY SEATS, OR USE CD PLAYER OR LIGHTER TO PLUG MY PHONE. JUST ONE DAY IT STOPPED WORKING & THEN WITH MY WINDOW UNGLUED I'M NOT ABLE TO TAKE TOP DOWN FOR PAST 2 YEARS. SO I DON'T KNOW WHY THE…”
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. IN ADDITION, THE REAR WINDOW FRACTURED AND BECAME LOOSE FROM THE HEDGES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO BE REPAIRED BUT THE DETAILS WERE UNKNOWN. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT…”
2005 Chrysler Crossfire — common questions
Is the 2005 Chrysler Crossfire reliable?
NHTSA data argues against it: 241 complaints put the 2005 model at #1 of 5 Crossfire years. It is one of the Crossfire years to avoid.
What are the most common 2005 Crossfire problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are visibility & wipers (85 complaints), body & structure (59 complaints), electrical system (41 complaints).
Does the 2005 Chrysler Crossfire have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2005 Chrysler Crossfire.
Which Chrysler Crossfire years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Crossfire years to avoid are 2005, 2004, 2007, 2008. The cleanest record among Crossfire years belongs to 2006.
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.