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2004 Chrysler Crossfire Engine problems

Owners have filed 19 complaints about the 2004 Chrysler Crossfire's engine & cooling with NHTSA - 17% of all its complaints, most recently on September 9, 2023. Stalling, loss of power, oil consumption, overheating, head gaskets, timing chains and engine failure.

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19
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
0

Engine complaints

Electrical systemEngine & cooling

While cruising at 55 miles per hour, an unexpected occurrence took place - the engine abruptly ceased to function. I found myself on a two-lane highway in the midst of a construction zone, where the highway was reduced to a single lane, flanked by barriers. In a situation devoid of power assistance, I navigated the immobile vehicle between these barriers to reach a secure location, narrowly evading a potential accident.This issue is perilous and disturbingly common among these vehicles, yet it lacks a definitive...

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diagnosis or solution. Even the computer scans fail to pinpoint the root cause behind this disruptive problem. I had no choice but to have the vehicle towed, and an automotive technician subsequently replaced the crank position sensor, just one of the many potential culprits in this recurring issue. Remarkably, the car operated without issue for two months, only to once again shut down without warning at high speed. Then, quite unexpectedly, approximately ten minutes later, the car miraculously restarted. This issue is perilous and disturbingly common among these vehicles, yet it lacks a definitive diagnosis or solution. It is imperative to stress that this problem is widely recognized and acknowledged, with countless owners repeatedly seeking assistance from dealerships, yet the issue remains unresolved. The gravity of this situation cannot be overstated, as these vehicles are prone to sudden shutdowns while traveling at high speeds. Urgent attention and action are needed to investigate and rectify this life-threatening concern.

Filed Incident Electrical system · Unknown or other · EngineNHTSA 11543555
Electrical systemEngine & cooling

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chrysler crossfire. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start when the key was turned in the ignition. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to chapman chrysler (3175 e sarah avenue, las vegas, nv), but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 43,802. The vin was unknown.

Filed Incident Electrical system · EngineNHTSA 11154569
Engine & cooling

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chrysler crossfire. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was not able to restart. The vehicle was towed to unknown dealer where the failure was undetermined. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 141,000. The vin was not provided.

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 11006504
Engine & cooling

I was driving home on the highway from work and my car suddenly shuts down tried to crank it, but nothing happens all the lights and radio comes on, but the engine doesn't start. Hasn't been cranking for over a little over two weeks now. This is very dangerous could have caused a wreck to harm me or other parties. This needs to be looked in further. *Tr

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 10919742
Electrical systemEngine & cooling

My car was on the highway and it shut down. No warning. No check engine light on prior to the car shutting down while driving 60 mph. When I attempted to turn it on all of the loaner lights would turn on. Including the air, radio,windows etc. I tried to get a jump and nothing happened. Called for a tow truck and as soon as it showed up it cranked up. This has happened again after turning off my car and trying to start it again but nothing happens. I've heard of this happening with crossfires and it's...

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unbelievable that there has not been a recall. Also there has been no recall regarding the ignition. Problems with turning the key if removed. The key has to remain in the ignition. I've had a friend who's crossfire does that also as well as mine.

Filed Incident Electrical system · EngineNHTSA 10910968
Engine & cooling

I was driving 70 mph on i81 when my 2010 chrysler crossfire simply stopped running. I was beside a truck with one in front and 3 behind. Barely made it to the side of the road and caused a lot of breaking and honking. The 5th time this has happened, and was extremely dangerous.... The crossfire does not start after the engine stalls and the steering wheel locks up. I'm amazed that I made it out alive each time. Have spent $1800 trying to have it fixed but the chrysler dealership doesn't know what the problem is. This is ridiculous

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 10892077
Transmission & drivetrainElectrical systemEngine & cooling

At 50 mph on a maryland state highway, the engine unexpectedly shut off resulting in the vehicle coasting to a stop in the traffic lane (there was no shoulder). Fortunately, I was not struck by another vehicle, but it was dark and vehicles coming over a small hill and slight curve had to take evasive action to avoid a collision. The engine would crank and start briefly and then sputter to a stop. Or, it would just crank and not fire or not crank at all. I was eventually, with assistance, able to push the...

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vehicle off the roadway into a residential driveway. I had the vehicle towed to my residence for further diagnosis. The vehicle would later start and run normally for a short period, but then was plagued by a large list of issues to include: malfuncitoning indicator lights illuminated - brake light, brake wear indicator, traction control, stability control; p0600 data link loss code; vehicle not shifting out of park; speedometer not working, etc. Eventually, the engine would no longer crank at all. All issues were remedied by replacing the relay control module (rcm) - a part that was, and still is, manufactured by stribel. This part has know issues related to poorly soldered connections that cause no-start conditions or cause the vehicle to stall while operating. The rcm is also plagued by failure of the internal relays (engine control, fuel pump, traction control, secondary air pump) themselves which may be hastened by overheating as a result of the poor solder joints. If it has not already happened, someone is going to be seriously injured or killed when their chrysler crossfire (or any one of a number of mercedes benz vehicles utilizing the same stribel relay) stalls due to this widely know defect and is struck by another vehicle.

Filed Incident Power train · Electrical system · EngineNHTSA 10874620
SteeringBrakesEngine & cooling

After driving 30 miles without problems engine stalls. Attempts to start it failed but when key is in on position not start position starter engages. Attempted several times and each time key turned on starter engaged even without clutch depressed which is normally required, even in gear with clutch released starter engaged. Have yet to get engine started tho condition continues. Towed car home to my shop where im investigating this issue. *Js

Filed Incident Steering · Service brakes · EngineNHTSA 10608437
Engine & cooling

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chrysler crossfire. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 mph, the vehicle suddenly stalled. The contact indicated that the defect recurred on multiple occasions. The failure was not diagnosed nor was the vehicle repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the defect. The failure mileage was 90,000. The current mileage was 130,000.

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 10588627
Engine & cooling

Tl- the contact owns a 2004 chrysler crossfire. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 mph the vehicle suddenly stalled. After restarting the engine the vehicle operated as normal. The contact indicated that the defect had occurred on multiple occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 26,000. Jft

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 10584506
Electrical systemEngine & cooling

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chrysler crossfire. The contact stated that while driving 70 mph, the vehicle decelerated without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several times. The technician diagnosed that the ignition control module, the crank shaft sensor, and crank shaft wiring harness needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired and the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 65,000 and the current mileage was 96,000.

Filed Incident Electrical system · EngineNHTSA 10583148
SteeringElectrical systemEngine & cooling

While driving car at 30 mph just died steering locked up and no response. After sitting for about an hour and restarted. Happened again about 2 days later. Hooked up to diagnosis machine and it said it was the cam shaft possession sensor that was replaced. Car ran fine for about a week and the issue began again. Hooked it up and it said it was same part. Took part back got new one no response. Took car to dealer but machine read no problem. Changed crank shaft sensor after googling similar issues but issue still...

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exists. We have spent several dollars on parts that do not resolve the issue. I am just thankful for the first time it happened to have not been on the highway and just on a side street close to home. We have not been able to drive the car because u never know when it may stall out and if or when it will restart. After goggling many others are having same issue and I don't know how this could possibly be safe more how no one can resolve or fix the issue. So basically paid $10,000 for a nice yard ornamnet at this time. Very frustrated and wishing chrysler would step up. Owning 3 dodge/chrysler vehicles at this time is to the point where I would never own another if this issue is not resolved soon! *Tr

Filed Incident Steering · Electrical system · EngineNHTSA 10559286
Engine & cooling

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chrysler cross fire. The contact stated that while driving 60 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where they stated that they could not diagnose the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was 64,000.

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 10504599
Engine & cooling

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chrysler crossfire. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to three dealers where a diagnostic was performed but neither was able to diagnose a failure. The contact stated that the computer was reprogrammed and the crank shaft sensor was replaced however, the failure was not corrected the vehicle continued to stall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileage was 137,488. .... Updated 02-20-13 *bf updated 02/21/2013 *js

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 10493402
Engine & coolingElectrical system

Vehicle shut down while driving and would not restart.

Filed Incident Engine and engine cooling · Electrical system · Unknown or otherNHTSA 10453327
Engine & coolingTransmission & drivetrain

The engine cuts out without any pre-indications. Afterward the starter will not respond although the lights work ok. The transmission locks when put in park. Hours later the response stays the same. The first time it started working a day later, the second time it hasn't started yet. The dealer seems to have no idea on what to do. It left me stranded late at night. This seems to be a chronic crossfire problem. *Tr

Filed Incident Engine and engine cooling · Power trainNHTSA 10446825
Engine & cooling

Tl*the contact owns a 2004 chrysler crossfire. The contact stated that her vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who diagnosed that the ignition was defective. The vehicle was being repaired by the dealer. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. He failure and current mileage was 41,000.

Filed Incident Engine and engine coolingNHTSA 10402864
Engine & cooling

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chrysler cross fire. The contact stated that intermittently while driving the vehicle will stall. As a consequence his risk of vehicle crash was increased. Also when attempting to start the vehicle it exhibits a no start condition. The vehicle was in the process of being inspected to determine the cause of the failure. The failure and current mileages were 24,000.

Filed Incident Engine and engine coolingNHTSA 10285841
Engine & cooling

The chrysler crossfire is a nice "looking" vehicle but I've had an issues that my engine would shutdown without warning. The car would restart upwards to about 2 hours later but would shutdown again several miles later. Took it to the dealership three times and they have not been able to sort it out. I am now unable to use the car. *Tr

Filed Incident Engine and engine coolingNHTSA 10257167

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