Window & Wiper complaints by model year
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (power windows, windshield, wipers, mirrors, sunroof).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
Tl* Takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. The contact stated that the rear windshield detached from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the windshield needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. In addition, the contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V081000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 7,100.
While vehicle was at the dealer for routine maintenance I was told the rear window of my convertible fell out and was laying on the rear shelf. Was told there was nothing Chrysler could do about this. Seems this is quite common with the tops. A recall was issued for the 2005 models but seems the problem still exist. Was also told to have the top replaced ($2500) and keep the receipt if there is a recall I would be reimbursed. There have been hundreds of complaints about this. How many does it take?
The contact owns a 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, the heated rear glass window separated and detach from the convertible top of the vehicle. The contact stated that the rear glass was glued to the convertible cloth top of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who informed the contact that the entire convertible top needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 30,500.
On May 18, 2020 as I was driving at about 25 MPH, I heard a scraping noise coming from the rear glass area. I pulled over to determine what was the problem. I then noticed the rear glass window had fallen into the car, held intact by the rear defroster cord catching it and loosely dangling in the breeze. I informed Chrysler of this problem (Chrysler customer hotline [phone], case number 76293394), but they offered no assistance, even though I have researched this issue and have found many complaints through google and your own website, NHTSA.gov. If I had been driving at an interstate speed of 65 MPH, the glass could have entered the vehicle and killed me! I have also learned that Chrysler gave a 10 year/100,000 mile warranty to owners of 2005 crossfires with the same issue! …
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.
The contact owns a 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the rear windshield detached from the windshield molding and fell inside the cabin of the vehicle. The dealer was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that there was no recall associated with the VIN. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that the extended warranty had expired. The contact related the failure to TSB 23-035-11REVA. The failure mileage was approximately 43,000.
It's hard to imagine how anyone at NHTSA can sit and review all the reports on a serious manufacturing defect (and safety hazard) on these cars yet Chrysler get away with a partial recall based on where the crossfires were initially delivered. Bottom line: as of late 2011, Chrysler will do the "right thing" only if one's car was "delivered" in one of several southern states -- in light of the fact that the problem seems to be related to heat. Chrysler will not do the right thing if the same problem (the rear window falls out of the convertible top) if the car was delivered somewhere else -- as if the same problem occurring in those states is somehow not a serious manufacturing defect. Or as if people don't move to other states during their lives. …
Frequently asked questions
Which Chrysler Crossfire years have window & wiper problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 2005 (151), 2006 (23), 2008 (9) and 2007 (8) model years. Window & Wiper complaints make up 48% of all complaints for the 2005.
Is there a recall for Chrysler Crossfire window & wiper problems?
No. NHTSA lists no windows, wipers & sunroof recall for any Chrysler Crossfire model year. A widespread problem may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin, so ask a dealer.
At what mileage do Chrysler Crossfire window & wiper problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 46,000 miles; 56% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the glass, side/rear (53 mentions), followed by the rear window wiper/washer (4).
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.