2008 Chrysler Aspen Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2008 Chrysler Aspen.

20072009
Complaints
101
Crashes
8
Fires
4
Injuries
7
Fatalities
Recalls
2

Worst 2008 Chrysler Aspen Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#127 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:104,725 mi
Crash-related:2
#217 complaints

Fuel System

Avg mileage:101,045 mi
Fires:1
#310 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:103,233 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2008 Chrysler Aspen.

Airbags
27
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
104,725
Fuel System
17
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
101,045
Electrical Faults
10
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
103,233
Engine Problems
9
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
2
Avg Miles
111,032
Transmission / Drivetrain
8
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
113,171
Steering Defects
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
126,382
Gasoline Fuel System
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Brakes
3
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Air:Antilock:Abs Warning Light
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2008 Chrysler Aspen

2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~8,725,439 vehicles.

16V352000Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module
~4,648,270 affected

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 RAM 2500 trucks produced at the St. Louis North Assembly Plant. With this change, Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 RAM 1500, 2005-2009 RAM 2500, 2006-2009 RAM 3500, 2007-2010 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2010 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2009 Dodge Durango, 2007-2009 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2012 Jeep Wrangler, 2008-2012 Dodge Challenger, 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005-2012 Chrysler 300, 2006-2012 Dodge Charger, 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in AL, CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MS, SC, TX, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, Chrysler is also recalling 2004-2008 RAM 1500, 2005-2009 RAM 2500, 2006-2009 RAM 3500, 2007-2009 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2009 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2009 Dodge Durango, 2007-2009 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2009 Jeep Wrangler, 2008-2009 Dodge Challenger, 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005-2009 Chrysler 300, 2006-2009 Dodge Charger, 2005-2009 Dodge Dakota and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in AZ, AR, DE, Washington D.C., IL, IN, KS, KY, MD, MO, NE, NV, NJ, NM, NC, OH, OK, PA, TN, VA, and WV, or "Zone B." Lastly, unless included in "Zone A" or "Zone B" above, Chrysler is recalling certain 2005-2008 RAM 2500, 2006-2008 RAM 3500, 2007-2008 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2008 Dodge Durango, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2008 Jeep Wrangler, 2008 Dodge Challenger, 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005-2008 Chrysler 300, 2006-2008 Dodge Charger, 2005-2008 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2008 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or registered, in AK, CO, CT, ID, IA, ME, MA, MI, MN, MT, NH, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, UT, VT, WA, WI, and WY.

15V313000Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module
~4,077,169 affected

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Dodge Ram 2500, 2004-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 and Durango, 2006-2009 Dodge Ram 3500, 2008-2010 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2005-2010 Chrysler 300, 300C, 300S, and SRT8, 2006-2010 Dodge Charger, 2005-2008 Magnum, 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.

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2008 Chrysler Aspen — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2008 Chrysler Aspen reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2008 Chrysler Aspen has 101 NHTSA complaints, 8 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Airbags with 27 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2008 Chrysler Aspen?
Top reported problems: Airbags (27 complaints, avg 104,725 mi); Fuel System (17 complaints, avg 101,045 mi); Electrical Faults (10 complaints, avg 103,233 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2008 Chrysler Aspen?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 107,269 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2008 Chrysler Aspen?
NHTSA complaints for the 2008 Chrysler Aspen include 8 crash-related reports, 4 fire reports, 7 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2008 Chrysler Aspen have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 8,725,439 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2008 Chrysler Aspen?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Chrysler Aspen reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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