Chrysler Aspen problems
159 owner complaints with NHTSA, no active recalls. Here's where owners say it breaks.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy.
- Fuel system: 29 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 36,500–55,000 mi
- Reliability score 7.6/10 — above the segment average
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Top trouble spots 7 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
When filling up the gas tank of my 2008 Chrysler aspen, at the end of the fill up, gas shoots out of the gas tank. About 7-10 oz shoots out after every fill up. I am not topping off the gas tank, I am just allowing it to stop automatically. Gas shoots out over the vehicle and…
For the past several months, our 2008 Chrysler aspen with 37,000 miles has been spilling fuel at the end of each refueling. The pump shuts off as it should, and then fuel spills out. I would estimate that approximately 5-7 ounces of fuel spill out each time this occurs. I did…
My Air bag light will not go out. Not sure what the problem is, cleaned all contracts in the connectors and seat belts and connectors under the seats. Check for a blown fuse. Could not find any bad fuses.
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
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Under investigation 1 open at NHTSA
NHTSA has an open defect investigation covering this vehicle — the step that can precede a recall, not a finding of fault. EA21002 on NHTSA →
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Common questions
Is the 2008 Chrysler Aspen reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.6 out of 10 based on 159 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2008 Chrysler Aspen is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
Should you avoid the 2008 Chrysler Aspen?
The 2008 Chrysler Aspen is acceptable, with specific caveats. Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy. The record behind that call: Fuel system: 29 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 36,500–55,000 mi; Reliability score 7.6/10 — above the segment average. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What's the most common problem on the 2008 Chrysler Aspen?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 39 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 85,325 miles. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 85,325 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Chrysler Aspen has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2008 Chrysler Aspen?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 159 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.