Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (power windows, windshield, wipers, mirrors, sunroof).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2006 Chrysler Crossfire owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. The contact stated that rear windshield fell out of the vehicle. As a result, the roof liner on the top rear of the vehicle was hanging down and made it difficult to see. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed that the adhesive around the rear windshield failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 40,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. While driving approximately 55 MPH, the rear glass window separated from the convertible roof top and fell inside the cabin of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to szott m-59 Dodge llc (2565 e. Highland rd. Highland charter twp, mi) where it was diagnosed that the convertible roof top would need to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 7,000.
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 moving car is not a safety issue. Only ~ 22K miles.
When I purchased my vehicle in December 2007, I did not had any major problems. Until... On or about the first of June, 2012, I parked my car and noticed that the rear window had come a part from the convertible top. Since I had not been in an accident, I began to research online to see if other consumers had experienced this window issue. Site after site, complaint after complaint was read. With so many people experiencing this problem without a suitable response or solution to its consumer, this has become a serious problem, a defect that must be resolved and the cars should be recalled. The potential to endanger lives far outweighs any other consideration. When someone buys a convertible, one doesn't expect to be driving along and the glass comes flying down and out. It's not safe! …
Chrysler extended the warranty on the 2005 model and acknowledged that the back window on the convertibles tend to come unglued and fall out. I own a 2006 model and I just got off the phone with a Chrysler rep and she said "there have been no reports" for the 2006 back window coming unglued on the convertibles so I have to pay for the repair out of my pocket and "keep good receipts" in case Chrysler decides to take ownership of it's manufacturing defect in the 2006 model. I don't understand how the same manufacturing defect can be recognized for one year and not the next. What can Chrysler produce to show that they fixed the problem with the 2006 convertibles? Also, I see many people complaining that the 2006 model has the same problem with the rear window falling out so why am I the only complaint on record with Chrysler??? This is a safety issue not a cosmetic problem. …
As I was driving home from work, the rear convertible window dislodged from the canvas by 80%.I slowly drove the vehicle to two local authorized Chrysler dealerships for inspections. Both dealerships stated that the 1/2' of adhesive that glued the window to the canvas had deteriorated and caused the window to come loose. The second authorized dealer took photos as well as I did documenting the damage. This car is rated by daimler-Benz of speeds up to 154 MPH. If the window would have completely dislodged it would have seriously injured or killed anyone traveling behind me. I was appalled by the cheap quality construction and workmanship of the install of this window. I have photos documenting the quality (or lack of) the design. I have read some articles on the internet where owners claim that they (Chrysler-daimler-Benz) have replaced roofs because of this defect. …
I purchased this car new in 2007 from a Chrysler dealer. Having heard after I purchased it, that there were concerns about the installation of the rear window coming loose. Armed with that knowledge, I purposely did not stress the top or window area, in fact, never had the top down as that would stress the taughtness of the window. Now, 2014 the window is coming loose. I took it to the purchasing dealer and they said there was no recourse or repair and a new replacement top would be needed but that it would probably do the same thing in time because the construction method was the same as before. This defect is well known to Crossfire owners and many of these tops have been repaired or replaced by some Chrysler dealers.
Adhesive holding rear window in place began to separate from convertible top. Other Crossfire owners have reported total failure. This is a significant safety issue if/when the rear window completely separates and detaches from the vehicle and poses a hazard to others I.e., pedestrian, motorcycle riders, etc. All the tops were produced by the same manufacturer (karmann) although Chrysler is only willing to replace certain 2005 models based on the state they were originally sold. This makes no sense, Chrysler and the NHTSA should recall all tops produced and replace them with a top with the rear window attached with some type of improved adhesive so the risk to others is eliminated.
As the case with many other people...my back window is just falling out as well. The only remaining adhesive is on the bottom of the glass. After some research I found this was a common problem and figured Chrysler surely would be taking care of this only to find that they will only fix the 2005's???? Why not the rest of us? The vehicle only has 30K miles so it's not normal wear and tear. This is 100% a factory defect. If you have a 2006 Chrysler Crossfire it's not a matter of if, it's a matter of when the back window will fall out. But do not expect the manufacturer to do anything about it. Buyer beware.
2006 Chrysler Crossfire convertible. Back glass fell out. Appears that it is glued into the top and the glue failed. Word from Chrysler dealership is that there is no fix for it. Only solution is to replace entire convertible top at a cost of 2400 dollars. Hard to believe that it cannot be just glued back in since that is how it was installed to begin with from the factory. Also have extended warranty but was told that it is not covered because that is considered normal wear and tear.
Window & Wiper complaints in other Crossfire years
Frequently asked questions
How common are window & wiper problems on the 2006 Chrysler Crossfire?
NHTSA has 23 complaints about the windows, wipers & sunroof of the 2006 Chrysler Crossfire, 56% of the model year's 41 complaints. The component named most often is glass, side/rear (8 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2006 Chrysler Crossfire window & wiper problems?
No. NHTSA lists no windows, wipers & sunroof recall for the 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2006 Chrysler Crossfire window & wiper problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 34,000 miles, and 26% before 25,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.