Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 Chrysler crossfire. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v081000 (air bags); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not…
2007 Chrysler Crossfire airbags problems
moderate 26 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,100 · see airbags across all vehicles →
Complaints
26
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$1,100
When does it fail?
Of the 26 airbags complaints filed for the 2007 Chrysler Crossfire, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 25,000-50,000 mi.
0-25k
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75-100k
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150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
Airbags accounts for 51% of every owner complaint on file for this vehicle — the dominant problem area across 3 categories tracked.
Owners have filed 26 airbags complaints with NHTSA against this vehicle, but no formal recall covers the issue — the federal record reflects what manufacturers have admitted, not everything owners are reporting.
The failure pattern owners describe
Buyer takeaway: Used 2007 Crossfire buyers should check the airbag warning light carefully—defects range from module faults to manufacturing wiring issues, and 2016–2017 Takata recall parts were chronically unavailable, leaving some owners unable to drive safely for months without resolution. Even low-mileage examples report this problem.
Owners of the 2007 Chrysler Crossfire report three distinct airbag problems. The first is an illuminated airbag warning light tied to faulty modules or sensors. Dealers have replaced airbag units and ORC modules repeatedly without clearing the fault. One owner discovered a pinched wire in the dashboard—a manufacturing defect—that prevented the module from communicating with the vehicle; even after replacing the module three times, the warning stayed on until the wire was fixed. This occurred on a vehicle with only 38,000 miles.
The second and most widespread issue is the Takata recall (NHTSA 16V081000 and 16V065000). Owners received recall notices starting in 2016 but could not get the repair done because replacement parts were unavailable, with no estimated delivery date from Chrysler or dealers. Owners report delays of six to eight months, some nine years into ownership, with dealerships citing lack of equipment to service the older model. One dealer disabled the airbag after failed repairs, leaving the vehicle unsafe to drive.
A third issue involved one vehicle sold used without airbags already installed; new bags were installed after the recall notice arrived.
None of the delays or parts-unavailable complaints resulted in documented buyback offers, loaner vehicles, or manufacturer assistance beyond the delayed recall process itself.
Same Chrysler Crossfire airbags reports on nearby years: 2008
Failure modes owners describe
Airbag warning light on; module/sensor faults
Airbag warning indicator illuminates, often after multiple failed repair attempts. Dealers diagnose defective ORC modules, failed air bag sensors, or communication loss between module and vehicle electrical system. In one case, underlying manufacturing defect—a pinched wire in the dashboard—prevented module communication despite multiple module replacements.
When: 38,333 miles; 13,400 miles; 28,777 miles; 17,726 miles—typically low mileage, suggesting no age-related wear
Symptoms owners cite: Airbag warning light stays illuminated; No communication between airbag module and vehicle system; ORC module malfunction; Air bag sensor failure; Warning persists after airbag replacement
Repairs/costs cited: Dealers replaced air bag units and modules multiple times without resolving fault. One dealer discovered pinched wire in dashboard after trying three module replacements; wire repair resolved the issue. Some dealers refused to diagnose or repair, citing lack of diagnostic equipment for older model.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign 16V081000 (air bags); one contact advised a Takata field inspector would contact them but no resolution occurred. One contact stated Chrysler disabled the airbag after repair attempts failed, rendering vehicle unsafe to drive.
Takata recall parts unavailable; repair delays exceeding 6–8 months
Multiple owners received NHTSA Campaign 16V081000 (Takata air bag recall) notices but could not schedule repairs because replacement parts were not in stock. Dealers and manufacturer provided no estimated availability date. Delays of 6–8+ months reported, with some owners unable to drive vehicle during recall process.
When: 2016–2017 recall notices; delays documented through 2017
Symptoms owners cite: Recall notice received but parts unavailable; No estimated repair date provided; Vehicle unsafe to drive pending recall completion; Some dealers lacked equipment to code older model for recall repair; Manufacturer unable to provide timeline
Repairs/costs cited: Recalls issued (16V081000, 16V065000) but remedy parts not available. One dealership sold vehicle without airbags before recall was received; new airbags installed after recall notice.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign 16V081000 (Takata air bag); manufacturer exceeded reasonable time to complete repairs per multiple complaints. In one case, dealership disabled the airbag after failed repair attempts, leaving vehicle undriveable. Manufacturer did not provide buyback or temporary fix options.
Rodent-related wire chewing and pinched wiring (manufacturing defect)
One owner reported mice chewed wires in the vehicle, which a dealer repaired. However, the underlying issue was a pinched wire in the dashboard—a manufacturing defect—that caused the airbag light to remain on despite multiple module replacements. Wire was finally discovered and fixed after Chrysler was consulted.
When: Discovered during 2014 repair; vehicle had been owned since 2013 and prior owner reported light was on when they purchased it in 2011 at under 38,333 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Mouse nests found in vehicle; Chewed wires; Airbag warning light remains on despite wire and module repairs
Repairs/costs cited: Dealer removed mouse nests and repaired chewed wires. Replaced airbag module three times before discovering pinched wire in dashboard; wire repair resolved issue. Owner believed this was a manufacturing defect and should have been covered under warranty despite vehicle age.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Chrysler consulted after dealers exhausted standard repairs; technician found and fixed pinched wire. No recall or warranty extension documented.
Synthesized from 26 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 13 most recent
Takata recall received recall notice over 8 months ago/recall information states ,in part, "may result in additional injury or death to vehicle occupants" the seriousness of this recall should merit a quicker response/extremely disapointing
Takata recall april 6, 2016. Eight months with no solution. Recall states may cause death. Need car that I can drive.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Chrysler crossfire. The contact stated that the air bag warning indicator was illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to rydell Chrysler Dodge (700 san fernando rd, san fernando, ca 91340, 866-733-3506) where a diagnostic test was not performed; however, the air bags were removed and replaced. The contact stated that the air bag warning indicator…
Takata recall - I have contacted NHTSA several times regarding a fix or even a temporary fix for my vehicle yet I still cannot get a response. This is becoming more and more frustrating and I should not have to wait this long for some sort of response. I should at least be given a temporary fix or the option to have a buy-back with the car. Please respond with any assistance regarding this matter.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 Chrysler crossfire. 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 not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool…
2007 Chrysler crossfire. Consumer writes in regards to airbag safety recall. *ld the consumer requested to be reimbursed for the airbag recall. The consumer was advised the part that failed was not included in the recall repair. Updated 10/3/2017*js
We purchased the vehicle on 05/20/13. The light that warns of an air bag problem was on. We took it to feeny Chrysler,Dodge Jeep in gaylord michigan on 06/10/13. They found that mice had chewed some of the wires. They repaired the wires and removed some mouse nests that they found. However the air bag light was still on and they said we needed a new air bag module. We dropped the vehicle…
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 Chrysler crossfire. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v081000 (air bags); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not…
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 Chrysler crossfire. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v081000 (air bags). The part to do the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms…
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Common questions
How serious is the airbags problem on the 2007 Chrysler Crossfire?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 26 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $1,100 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the airbags typically fail?
Based on the 26 complaints filed, airbags issues most often appear around 36,346 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,100 for airbags repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to airbags?
No active recalls currently cover airbags issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2007/Chrysler/Crossfire.
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