2008 Chrysler Aspen 4X4
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Owner complaints
68 complaints3 involved a crash3 injuries
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- Electrical system · Electronic stability control (esc) · Power train
Vehicle engages 4WD lo and 4WD on it's own at any time. Driving this vehicle IS dangerous at the transfer case engages automatically while driving. I can also hear 4WD engaging while locking the vehcile with the key fob. This IS a well documented issue on the internet and I have read hundreds of…
Vehicle engages 4WD lo and 4WD on it's own at any time. Driving this vehicle IS dangerous at the transfer case engages automatically while driving. I can also hear 4WD engaging while locking the vehcile with the key fob. This IS a well documented issue on the internet and I have read hundreds of stories of people with the same issue. Dodge/chrysler will replace the transfer case motor which temporarily alleviates the issue. The problem IS electrical and dangerous. at the very least, this problem can destory a differential and in the worst case, cause a vehicle to go out of control on a highway/motorway. This issue IS prevalent in dodge durango and chrysler aspen vehicles.
- Electrical system · Steering · Suspension
Steering problems had rack and pinion replaced, inner tire rods replaced, lost control of vehicle, outer right tire rods broken, very fortunate my family and I not hurt (70mph on I95), replace outer tire rod, play in steering replace steering yoke. also water gets into electrical system shorting…
Steering problems had rack and pinion replaced, inner tire rods replaced, lost control of vehicle, outer right tire rods broken, very fortunate my family and I not hurt (70mph on I95), replace outer tire rod, play in steering replace steering yoke. also water gets into electrical system shorting out computer. do not know how water gets in, can not see from inside of vehicle, but can sometimes hear water sloshing around.
- Electrical system · Engine · Fuel/propulsion system
Vehicle shut off for no apparent reason while entering onto an expressway. loss of power steering made vehicle difficult to control to safely get onto the shoulder. sudden loss of speed made the vehicle a further hazard. once on the shoulder, the vehicle could be physically keyed off, then restarted without issue. cause of failure IS unknown.
- Power train · Steering
While driving, the vehicle intermittently slipped into 4-wheel drive low. vehicle immediately became hard to steer/move in this condition, dangerous to drive as the vehicle's handling could change at any moment... At any speed.
- Fuel/propulsion system
Having a problem with the vehicle stalling after refueling with gas. vehicle will stutter and stall within a couple of minutes. This IS dangerous as the stall occurs while driving and you lose steering control of the vehicle. Neither a dealer or private mechanic can get a clear indication as to…
Having a problem with the vehicle stalling after refueling with gas. vehicle will stutter and stall within a couple of minutes. This IS dangerous as the stall occurs while driving and you lose steering control of the vehicle. Neither a dealer or private mechanic can get a clear indication as to what IS causing the issue. fuel pump relay(march 2017) and egr valve(july 2017) have both been replaced and problem IS still occurs. vehicle runs fine after sitting for a while but stalls after refueling. our vehicle has been in the shop since july 5. we got it back on july 19 and when we put gas in it , it died again and had to be towed back the same night to the shop who had just replaced the egr valve.
- Air bags
Takata recall-the front passenger airbag inflator housing may rupture while deploying during a crash. The potential for such ruptures may occur in some of the subject airbag inflators after several years of exposure to persistent conditions of high absolute humidity and/or heat aging. In the event…
Takata recall-the front passenger airbag inflator housing may rupture while deploying during a crash. The potential for such ruptures may occur in some of the subject airbag inflators after several years of exposure to persistent conditions of high absolute humidity and/or heat aging. In the event of a front passenger airbag inflator rupture, metal fragment(s) could pass through the airbag cushion material, which may result in additional injury or death to vehicle occupants. why IS there not a fix for this and if there isn't one why IS the vehicle not being recalled and those of us who have it being compensated appropriately to get a new vehicle! Maybe contacting a lawyer would help. If someone I love IS injured or killed because of this there will be a lawsuit!
- Air bags
TL* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 chrysler aspen 4X4. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v352000 (air bags) and stated that the part was not available within a reasonable time frame to schedule the recall repair. The dealer did not give a specific date for when…
TL* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 chrysler aspen 4X4. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v352000 (air bags) and stated that the part was not available within a reasonable time frame to schedule the recall repair. The dealer did not give a specific date for when the part would become available. The manufacturer was notified. The contact was not experiencing a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
- Air bags
This recall (s43/nhtsa16v-352) has been outstanding for nine months and the parts are still not available. how am I supposed to safely drive my vehicle. fca has refused to provide a rental
- Air bags
TL* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 chrysler aspen 4X4. The contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v352000 (air bags) and stated that the part was not available within a reasonable time frame to schedule the…
TL* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 chrysler aspen 4X4. The contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v352000 (air bags) and stated that the part was not available within a reasonable time frame to schedule the recall repair. The dealer did not give a specific date for when the part would become available so the contact was unable to determine when the vehicle would be repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and could not provide an estimated date for when the contacts vehicle would receive the recall repair. The failure mileage was not available. Vin tool confirms parts not available. updated 03/07/17*lj
- Fuel system, gasoline
Every time I fill the fuel tank the vehicle stalls out while driving. I've had the vehicle stall out on me while making a left hand turn at an intersection and lost control of steering. *tr
- Air bags
TL* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 chrysler aspen 4X4. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v352000 (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.…
TL* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 chrysler aspen 4X4. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v352000 (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 issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
- Engine
TL* the contact owns a 2008 chrysler aspen 4X4. While driving 25 mph, all of the emergency warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle lost power and stalled. The vehicle was towed and diagnosed that there was catastrophic engine failure due to a fractured timing chain. The vehicle was not…
TL* the contact owns a 2008 chrysler aspen 4X4. While driving 25 mph, all of the emergency warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle lost power and stalled. The vehicle was towed and diagnosed that there was catastrophic engine failure due to a fractured timing chain. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the vehicle was too old and had too many miles; therefore, they could not assist. The contact was advised to call nhtsa. The vin was not available. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.
- Electrical system · Engine · Power train
I began accelerating onto a ramp to enter onto a major highway and my aspen completely loss all power suddenly. The engine just shut down including power all electronics. I had to let the car glide to the shoulder, put it in park and restart the car, which it stared as it always has. This has…
I began accelerating onto a ramp to enter onto a major highway and my aspen completely loss all power suddenly. The engine just shut down including power all electronics. I had to let the car glide to the shoulder, put it in park and restart the car, which it stared as it always has. This has never happened before nor did it happen again. I had the car checked out and they couldn't find anything wrong. Being that this happened while entering a busy highway, a serious accident could have been caused.
- Power train
This vehicle has AWD and electronic shifting of the transfer case. the motor for the transfer case engages and shifts the transmission into 4WD lock during low speed turns and while parked.
- Fuel/propulsion system
Vehicle sputters and dies after refueling. After refueling the fuel tank the vehicle does not want to stay running. It will run long enough to pull out, or attempt to pull out into traffic and then will die. This IS very unsafe. My mechanic has determined it to be a check valve in between the fuel…
Vehicle sputters and dies after refueling. After refueling the fuel tank the vehicle does not want to stay running. It will run long enough to pull out, or attempt to pull out into traffic and then will die. This IS very unsafe. My mechanic has determined it to be a check valve in between the fuel tank and vapor canister that fails and allows raw fuel to enter the emission system. This in turn causes the vehicle to die. One would think that this IS a simple fix, but the check valve IS only available with the $807 fuel tank. This issue IS serious and could cause a wreck which could leave to injuries and or death.
- Fuel/propulsion system
We purchased the vehicle second hand. one previous owner prior. just recently it started spitting gas back during fill up (car IS parked, not running). anytime we fill up with gas, the pump shuts off and immediately gas spits back out of the tank. varying amounts of gas that spits back at the…
We purchased the vehicle second hand. one previous owner prior. just recently it started spitting gas back during fill up (car IS parked, not running). anytime we fill up with gas, the pump shuts off and immediately gas spits back out of the tank. varying amounts of gas that spits back at the pump. every time, with force, having to alert the gas station attendants to fuel spilled on the ground due to the spit back. I don't know for sure what would cause the spit back.
- Air bags
TL* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 chrysler aspen 4X4. the contact received notification of a recall for the air bags and stated that the part was not available within a reasonable time frame to schedule the recall repair. The dealer did not give a specific date for when the part would…
TL* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 chrysler aspen 4X4. the contact received notification of a recall for the air bags and stated that the part was not available within a reasonable time frame to schedule the recall repair. The dealer did not give a specific date for when the part would become available. The manufacturer could not provide an estimated date for when the vehicle would receive the recall repair. The nhtsa campaign number was unknown. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
- Engine · Fuel/propulsion system
The vehicle stalls while in motion regardless of road street or highway after refueling, we took the vehicle to the dealership and was told that the fuel tank & the on-board refueling vapor recovery system IS faulty and that raw liquid fuel was going into the engine causing failing. we have little…
The vehicle stalls while in motion regardless of road street or highway after refueling, we took the vehicle to the dealership and was told that the fuel tank & the on-board refueling vapor recovery system IS faulty and that raw liquid fuel was going into the engine causing failing. we have little choice but to fix the problem, as this could potentially cause a fire in the engine and\or cause a potential accident as the engine stops while in motion.
- Fuel/propulsion system
The fuel sprays back out of the tank during a refueling. It doesn't matter the time of year although during the warmer temperatures it IS more intense. This IS a safety issue which needs to be corrected by the manufacturer.
- Fuel/propulsion system
When fueling my 2008 chrysler aspen, fuel splashes back out of the fuel tank inlet pipe onto the person putting fuel into the tank. this happens even though you may not be topping off the tank. fuel splashes onto person, clothes, hands, shoes, vehicle quarter panel and puddles on concrete pad .…
When fueling my 2008 chrysler aspen, fuel splashes back out of the fuel tank inlet pipe onto the person putting fuel into the tank. this happens even though you may not be topping off the tank. fuel splashes onto person, clothes, hands, shoes, vehicle quarter panel and puddles on concrete pad . I have received skin irritation from the contact of the fuel on my hands and have to go in the store to wash my hands or wash them in the dirty water in the windshield scraper holder. I have a couple of friends that own aspens and they have the same problem. in doing research on this issue, I see where chrysler had a recall on certain durangos and aspens, but according to my dealer, my vehicle and many more were excluded. this IS a dangerous issue and needs to be addressed immediately by chrysler. it IS a manufacturers defect and they are responsible. how many people have to be injured or killed before nhtsa makes chrysler do a recall on all affected vehicles. question below asks, "when did this happen"? it happens every time I put fuel in my aspen. it can have 1/4 tank and I can put in 5 gallons of fuel real slow and when I withdraw the nozzle, fuel will splash out. last time it happened was today...
- Fuel/propulsion system
When filling the fuel tank, gas sprays everywhere after the gas pump nozzle clicks off. this happens at different gas stations. This IS a safety hazard as well as an environmental issue. this happens every time I fill my tank.
- Electrical system · Engine
The engine light remains on constantly despite being repaired at least three times. we have been advised that it has been repaired, however, the light remains on. Two separate repair shops have worked on the issue and have been unable to get the light to turn off. we have spent substantial funds trying to repair this issue and no one IS able to get light to turn off.
- Air bags
I was sent the recall notice for the driver airbag and when I contacted the chrysler dealer they will not do any thing to fix the problem or to make sure that the people effected by the recall are safe and will not give a estimated day or time they could fix the problem.
- Air bags
Received recall notice r25/nhtsa 15v-313: air inflator housing in vehicle may rupture; repair parts are unavailable at this time, fca will notify when available
- Electronic stability control (esc) · Unknown or other
Traction control/ esb sensing faulty and does not turn off. Serviced by dealer 4 times and incomplete resolution of problem with module replacement. Lights on dash always present.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10248509Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service Library that is causing the incorrect repair kit part number to populate. Please use the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website until this issue is resolved.
- 10244348Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service Library that is causing the incorrect repair kit part number to populate. Please use the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website until this issue is resolved.
- 10229181Part Description: 5.7L Long Block Issue Description: This 5.7L Long Block Assembly is compatible with both EGR and Non-EGR applications. An EGR Block-Off Plate (53032739AA) must be ordered when installing this Long Block Assembly in a Non-EGR application. Unless, the EGR Block-Off Plate is being transferred from the old engine.
- 10229178Part Description: Valve Body Assembly Issue Description: Valve body design was changed between 2010MY and 2011MY applications. To prevent mix matching valve bodies and solenoid packs the connectors are color coded.~ Valve bodies with a white connector can be used on 2010, 2009, 2008..., model years. Valve bodies with a gray connector can only be used on 2011, 2012, 2013..., model years.~ Solenoid packs with a white connector are used with 2010, 2009, 2008..., model years. Solenoid packs with a gray connector are used with 2011, 2012, 2013..., model years.
- 10224693Restraints Information Sheet (I-Sheet) has been added to Star Parts. Print I-Sheet for technician use.
- 10221515Part Description: 5.7L Long Block Issue Description: This 5.7L Long Block Assembly is compatible with both EGR and Non-EGR applications. An EGR Block-Off Plate (53032739AA) must be ordered when installing this Long Block Assembly in a Non-EGR application. Unless, the EGR Block-Off Plate is being transferred from the old engine.
- 10221512Part Description: Valve Body Assembly Issue Description: Valve body design was changed between 2010MY and 2011MY applications. To prevent mix matching valve bodies and solenoid packs the connectors are color coded.~ Valve bodies with a white connector can be used on 2010, 2009, 2008..., model years. Valve bodies with a gray connector can only be used on 2011, 2012, 2013..., model years.~ Solenoid packs with a white connector are used with 2010, 2009, 2008..., model years. Solenoid packs with a gray connector are used with 2011, 2012, 2013..., model years.
- 10220489Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
- 10220101Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10220099Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
- 10220097Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 10219732HVAC Distribution Housing
- 10219725Housing cover mounting bolt holes use self-tapping fasteners. New fasteners are required with housing replacement.
- 10218307Flash: UConnect and Voice Recognition Inoperative This bulletin involves replacing the Hands Free Module (HFM). The customer may describe the following conditions: A complete loss of UConnect operation. A complete loss of Voice Recognition functionality
- 10217510Restraints Remove I-Sheet from packaging. Correct information sheet (I-Sheet) has been added to Star Parts. Print I-Sheet for technician use.
- 1021645482212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc), and some ladco states (Illinois, Michigan, and Ohio). Mopar offers an alternative product (82213192) which is a water based product approved for sale in the aforementioned states.~ ~ Please inform the customer & your prep dept that spraying excessive amounts of the fabric protector on load floors will result in the breaking down of the adhesive (glue) that is used to create the bond between the fabric (carpet) and the load floor. This will apply to any vehicles equipped with rear load floors such as WK, WD, PM, MK, KA, KK. The carpet will appear to be loose, wrinkly, or bunch up~
- 10209647W5A580 (NAG1) Valve Body - complete
- 10191460Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
- 10175743Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
- 10175735Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary.
- 10169249Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10169247Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
- 10169245Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 10166537RADIO [RES] - New and/or Service Exchange For RES radio concerns. Use the wiTECH 2.0 and inspect the radio part number and serial number under the Radio/ECU Details tab. Please verify that the radio part number and/or serial number is not "FFFF". If either field shows "FFFF", please contact Mike Wielgat at 248-576-6696 or Rohan Negandhi at 248-421-9608 If no response in 15 minutes, proceed with repair.
- 10140258Flash: UConnect and Voice Recognition Inoperative This bulletin involves replacing the Hands Free Module (HFM). The customer may describe the following conditions: A complete loss of UConnect operation. A complete loss of Voice Recognition functionality
- 10139985Restraints Information Sheet (I-Sheet) has been added to Star Parts. Print I-Sheet for technician use.
- 10139978Restraints Remove I-Sheet from packaging. Correct information sheet (I-Sheet) has been added to Star Parts. Print I-Sheet for technician use.
- 10130081Return: Wiring Assy - Engine You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return stock packaged before 2016/07/31 (31 July, 2016)of follow ing part numbers:68176457AF, 68176459AF. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 13 September, 2016.
- 1013008005182535AD - Lamp Assy ?Tail Light LT You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part number 05182535AD . See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 12 September, 2016.
- 10130079Inspect and Return: Trim Cover Assy - A-Pillar Rt/Lt You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part numbers: 1ZA04DX9AE, 1ZA05DX9AE. See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Replacement part can be obtained by reordering the same part number. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 12 September, 2016.
- 10129047Warranty Operations Newsletter Updates from Warranty Operations
- 10129046Warranty Operations Newsletter Updates from Warranty Operations
- 10129045CBXDP361AA Return: Spacer Kit - Visor You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return stock of part number CBXDP361AA. Replacement part number is CBXDP361AB w hich is in stock and available for order. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 16 September, 2016.
- 101290441NT30XDVAC - Inspect and Return: Panel - Instrument Panel You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part number 1N T30XDVAC. See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Replacement part can be obtained by reordering the same part number. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 07 September, 2016.
- 10129043Inspect and Return: Solenoid Module - Transmission You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of follow ing part numbers:52120000AA, 52119435AF, 05078709AB. See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 07 September, 2016.
- 10129042Return: Lamp Assy - CHMSL& Cargo Light You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return all stock of follow ing part numbers:55372082AE, 55372082AD, 55372082AC, 55372082AB, 55372082AA. Replacement part number is 55372082AF w hich is in stock and available. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 07 September, 2016.
- 10129041P/N CBSZR068AA: Inspect & Return: Module Kit - Occupant Restraint You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return part number CBSZR068AA as per the QIR attached. Replacement part can be obtained by ordering the same part number (CBSZR068AA) Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 02 September, 2016.
- 1012900882212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc), and some ladco states (Illinois, Michigan, and Ohio). Mopar offers an alternative product (82213192) which is a water based product approved for sale in the aforementioned states.~ ~ Please inform the customer & your prep dept that spraying excessive amounts of the fabric protector on load floors will result in the breaking down of the adhesive (glue) that is used to create the bond between the fabric (carpet) and the load floor. This will apply to any vehicles equipped with rear load floors such as WK, WD, PM, MK, KA, KK. The carpet will appear to be loose, wrinkly, or bunch up~
- 10121927NAG1 (5A580) Valve Body As per Warranty Bulletin D-13-22, please use R2108213A$ valve body for all Warranty (W), Mopar (M) and Mopar Vehicle Protection (F) claims.~ Assembly also includes Filter (52108325AA) and Gasket (52108332AA).~
- 10043594Chrysler/dodge: fuel spit back during refueling. Updated 5/14/2012.
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