2006 Chrysler Crossfire problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
A typical year for this model
The 2006 Chrysler Crossfire sits mid-pack among Crossfire years: 59 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 59, with no recalls and no defect investigations.
Visibility & Wipers leads the complaint categories with 23 reports (39% of the total).
59
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
0
Investigations
0
Crash-involved
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
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NCAP overall
How does 2006 compare to other Crossfire years?
What are the most common 2006 Chrysler Crossfire problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Body & Structure | 23 | 39% | ▼ down |
| Visibility & Wipers | 23 | 39% | ▼ down |
| Other | 7 | 12% | ▼ down |
| Lighting | 3 | 5% | — flat |
| Electrical System | 1 | 2% | ▼ down |
| Speed Control | 1 | 2% | ▼ down |
| Engine | 1 | 2% | ▼ down |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“BACK WINDOW FELL OFF THE CONVERTIBLE TOP. I SEE THIS IS THE SAME ISSUE WITH 2005 (WHICH WAS REPAIRED/RECALL BY THE MFG). DEALER SAID IT WAS UP TO ME TO REPAIR, HAD TO SHIP THE TOP TO CALIFORNIA FOR A COMPLETE NEW TOP (~ $3K). I LIVE IN FLORIDA. DON'T UNDERSTAND HOW A BACK WINDOW FALLING OFF A…”
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE. THE CONTACT SATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS A CONVERTIBLE AND THE GLASS THAT WAS ATTACHED TO THE CONVERTIBLE TOP SEPARATED DUE TO A DEFECTIVE SEAL. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND DENIED ASSISTANCE WITH THE REPAIR. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT…”
“GLASS WINDOW ADHESIVE FAILING. GLASS WINDOW IS SEPARATING FROM CLOTH ROOF. THIS IS A COMMON OCCURRENCE IN ALL CROSSFIRES. TWO AREAS WHERE THE GLUE/ADHESIVE IS FAILING AND CAUSING UNSAFE CONDITIONS. CALLED CHRYSLER AND WAS TOLD NO WARRANTY OR RECALL. WINDOW COULD FALL OUT AND CAUSE SEVERE DAMAGE OR…”
“HEADLAMP CASE - CONDENSATION INSIDE IS FORMING INSIDE THE HEAD LAMP CASING - I HAVE PLACED PHOTOS OF THE PROBLEM AT THIS URL LINK FOR YOUR VIEWING: HTTP://PHOTOS.IMAGEEVENT.COM/FIREBASE/VIDEOS/SMALL/HEAD-LAMP-CASE-L-S.JPG HTTP://PHOTOS.IMAGEEVENT.COM/FIREBASE/VIDEOS/SMALL/HEAD-LAMP-CASE-R-S.JPG…”
“IGNITION PROBLEMS. WHEN LOOKING ONLINE IT APPEARS THAT THIS CAR HAS A HISTORY OF IGNITION PROBLEMS. CAN'T GET THE CAR TO START. FEELS LIKE THE IGNITION IS LOOSE. HAVE TO TURN AND WIGGLE AND HOPE IT STARTS. JUST BOUGHT THIS CAR AND VERY DISAPPOINTED. HOPE THERE IS A RECALL SINCE IT SEEMS TO BE SUCH…”
2006 Chrysler Crossfire — common questions
Is the 2006 Chrysler Crossfire reliable?
It is close to typical for the Crossfire: 59 NHTSA complaints, 0 recalls, and no investigations on file.
What are the most common 2006 Crossfire problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are visibility & wipers (23 complaints), body & structure (23 complaints), other (7 complaints).
Does the 2006 Chrysler Crossfire have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2006 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.