2009 Chrysler Aspen Problems
The 2009 Chrysler Aspen, with only one model year analyzed, shows a concerning pattern of airbag and transmission complaints from NHTSA data. Based on 40 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Airbag Malfunctions the most reported area.
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This 2009 Chrysler Aspen has 40 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Airbag Malfunctions.
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2009 Chrysler Aspen Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 5 2009 Chrysler Aspen trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 5 trims analysed.
2009 Chrysler Aspen Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star ProgramOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
Not Rated19.1% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Not RatedSide Crash
Not RatedRollover
19.1% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
CHRYSLER ASPEN 2009 has 40 NHTSA complaints and 4 recalls. Top issues include airbag malfunctions (11 complaints) and transmission problems (10 complaints). Buyers should verify all recall repairs and inspect the airbag and transmission systems. Source: NHTSA owner complaints and recall records.
- Make
- Chrysler
- Model
- Aspen
- Model year
- 2009
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 40
- Crash-related complaints
- 3
- Safety recall campaigns
- 4
- Top reported component
- Airbag Malfunctions
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 15
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 13 / 18
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 4/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Common problems
Most common 2009 Chrysler Aspen problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Airbag Malfunctions
Transmission / Drivetrain
Electrical Faults
Complaint patterns center on Airbag Malfunctions, Transmission / Drivetrain, Electrical Faults. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2009 Chrysler Aspen?
The 2009 Chrysler Aspen is a high-risk purchase due to multiple airbag and transmission complaints. Only consider if you can verify all recalls are performed and have a mechanic inspect the transmission and airbag system thoroughly.
Airbag malfunctions and transmission issues are costly to repair and can affect safety. With 4 recalls, pre-purchase verification is essential.
May Suit
This year may suit a buyer who is mechanically inclined, can afford potential repairs, and is willing to perform extensive pre-purchase checks.
May Want to Avoid
Buyers seeking a reliable family SUV with minimal safety concerns should avoid the 2009 Aspen.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2009 Chrysler Aspen
Inspection Focus
- Inspect airbag system for warning lights and proper deployment history.
- Check transmission for slipping, hard shifts, or fluid leaks.
- Verify all 4 recalls have been performed using VIN lookup.
Before You Close the Deal
- Check airbag system for any warning lights or prior repairs.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for transmission and electrical issues.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
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Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2009 Chrysler Aspen, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2009 Chrysler Aspen has 40 total complaints and 4 recalls, with top issues in airbag malfunctions (11 complaints) and transmission/drivetrain (10 complaints). Crash-related complaints number 3. Source: NHTSA owner complaints and recall records.
Year context: Compared to other model years, the 2009 Aspen has a high complaint count for a single year, but no other years are available for direct comparison.
Recall context: With 4 recalls, it is critical to verify all recall repairs have been completed before purchase.
- Airbag malfunctions account for 11 of 40 total complaints.
- Transmission/drivetrain issues account for 10 complaints.
- There are 4 recalls and 3 crash-related complaints.
- Airbag Malfunctions: 11 complaints
- Transmission / Drivetrain: 10 complaints
- Electrical Faults: 9 complaints
Full breakdown
All 2009 Chrysler Aspen complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2009 Chrysler Aspen. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airbag Malfunctions | 11 | 2 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 3 | 2 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2009 Chrysler Aspen. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Every time I fill the gas tank, the fuel spills out of the fill tube when it gets full. I have tried putting it in slow but before the nozzle can shut off it blows the fuel back out of the fill tube. This is a substantial amount of fuel which I believe is a serious hazard.
The contact owned a 2009 Chrysler Aspen. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown rate of speed, she was run off the road by a vehicle by another vehicle. The contact crashed into an unknown object and hit her face on the steering wheel since the airbags did not deploy…
The contact owns a 2009 Chrysler Aspen. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently shifted from 4-wheel drive to 4-wheel low. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to park on the side of the roadway. The contact stated t…
THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED OUTSIDE. PROBABLE TRANSMISSION ISSUE. THE VEHICLE WAS IN PARK. I STARTED THE VEHICLE USING THE REMOTE START AND THE VEHICLE LURCHED FORWARD SEVERAL INCHES THEN SETTLED BACK WERE IT WAS. THE OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE HAD BEEN +- ZERO FOR SEVERAL DAYS. IT DID NOT R…
CHRYSLER HAS A MAJOR PROBLEM WITH THEIR 5.8 HEMI ENGINE. 12/16/2020 I PAID $3791.07 TO REPLACE A BAD CAMSHAFT AND LIFTERS ON A VEHICLE WITH ONLY 72,768 MILES. AFTER RESEARCHING THIS PROBLEM, I FIND HUNDREDS OF OTHERS HAVING THE SAME ISSUES! IN CONTACTING CHRYSLER, THEY OF COURS…
I HAD TROUBLE WITH A HUMMING NOISE AND POPPING UNDER MY VEHICLE FOR A FEW MONTHS. THE HUMMING GOT SO LOUD THAT WE COULD NOT HEAR EACH OTHER TALK TO ONE ANOTHER AT ALL. IT POPPED PULLING OUT, GOING AROUND A CURVE, GOING BACKWARDS, OR SLOWING DOWN. THE HUMMING STOPPED ALL OF A SUDD…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 CHRYSLER ASPEN. AFTER REFUELING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT BEGAN TO DRIVE AND ALMOST IMMEDIATELY THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT, WHO WAS A CERTIFIED MECHANIC, DIAGNOSED THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT ALSO CONFIRME…
FUEL PUMP SHORT CIRCUIT. AFTER PUMPING GAS THE TRUCK WILL NOT TURN ON. SHORT CIRCUIT FROM THE PUMP TO THE STARTER. AFTER TURNING THE KEY TO POWER ON THE TRUCK ALL THE GAS SPILLED FROM UNDERNEATH. I DROVE TO MY KIDS SCHOOL AT 230PM , AFTER LEAVING POWERED ON THE TRUCK TO ROLL…
WHEN TRAVELING AT DIFFERENT CITY OR HWY SPEEDS ALL OF A SUDDEN THE BRAKE LIGHT WILL TURN ON. DOESN'T SEEM TO AFFECT THE SPEED OR BRAKING OF THE CAR BUT IF I APPLY THE BRAKE PEDAL WHILE THE LIGHT IS ON SOMETIMES THE CAR WILL PULL TO THE LEFT OR RIGHT BUT WHEN THE LIGHT IS OFF AND …
PERSISTENT DEAD 12V BATTERY. EVEN AFTER REPLACING THE BATTERY, TRUCK WILL BE DEAD WITHIN 24 HOURS OF NOT BEING DRIVEN. ALL LIGHTS ARE OFF AND KEYS REMOVED. BATTERY WILL BE DEAD IN A LESS THAN A DAY AFTER RUNNING JUST FINE REQUIRES A 2 SECOND JUMP FROM ANOTHER VEHICLE TO START. .
SUV STALLS AFTER FILLING FUEL TANK. OFTEN IT WILL REQUIRE MULTIPLE CYCLES OF STARTING AND STALLING BEFORE IT WILL CONTINUE TO RUN. PROBLEM APPEARS TO BE MORE SEVERE IN COLD WEATHER. THE SUV HAS STALLED IN TRAFFIC ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS. ADDITIONALLY GAS WILL SPLASH OUT DURING FU…
FOR NO KNOWN REASON MY 2009 CHRYSLER ASPEN 4X4 WILL ENGAGE ON ITS OWN, I HAVE REPEATEDLY TAKEN IT IN TO THE DEALERSHIP (WHICH BY THE WAY IS HORRIBLE) THEY CAN NOT FIGURE OUT WHAT THE PROBLEM IS . HOWEVER SINCE I HAVE A LIFETIME WARRANTY THEY HAVE CLAIMED I NEED EVERY SINGLE PART …
THE OVERHEAD CONTROL MODULE HAS FAILED 3 TIMES IN THE LAST 2 YEARS. WE ARE BEING ASKED TO COVER IT OUR OF POCKET AGAIN EVEN THOUGH THE PART SHOULD BE UNDER THE 12 MONTH WARRANTY. CHRYSLER CUSTOMER SERVICE TELLS ME THAT SINCE IT WAS REPLACE UNDER WARRANTY THE LAST TIME (12 MONTH…
2009 CHRYSLER ASPEN HYBRID HAS 3 RECALLS. THE FIRST RECALL UPDATE WASN'T SUCCESSFULLY DONE AND SUBSEQUENTLY I CANT GET THE OTHER 2, S43 AND S92 RECALLS ADDRESSED. FOR SEVERAL YEARS PRIOR TO P48 RECALL, MY TRUCK WOULD DROP DEAD WHILE DRIVING AND THE DEALERSHIP COULD NEVER DIAGNO…
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 CHRYSLER ASPEN 4X4. THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 16V947000 (AIR BAGS) AND 16V352000 (AIR BAGS). THE MANUFACTURER FAILED TO SUPPLY THE REMEDY PARTS TO THE DEALER TO RECEIVE THE REPAIR IN A REASONABLE TIME FRAME. WHI…
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 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 T…
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 CHRYSLER ASPEN. 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 RE…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 CHRYSLER ASPEN. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 16V352000 (AIR BAGS) AND 16V947000 (AIR BAGS). THE PARTS NEEDED WERE NOT AVAILABLE TO PERFORM THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE CONTACT HAD N…
TAKATA RECALL IT IS UNACCEPTABLE THAT, IN ALMOST A YEAR, NO REPLACEMENT PART HAS BEEN DESIGNED TO REMEDY THIS POTENTIALLY DEADLY ISSUE! CHRYSLER NEEDS TO BE HELD ACCOUNTABLE FOR REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME FRAME, WHICH I FEEL HAS LAPSED.
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 CHRYSLER ASPEN. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V352000 (AIR BAGS). THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REP…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2009 Chrysler Aspen.
Safety recalls
2009 Chrysler Aspen recalls
4 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2009 Chrysler Aspen. With 4 recalls, it is critical to verify all recall repairs have been completed before purchase. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
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Questions
2009 Chrysler Aspen buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2009 Chrysler Aspen reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 40 owner complaints, 3 crash-related complaints, and 4 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2009 Chrysler Aspen is a high-risk purchase due to multiple airbag and transmission complaints. Only consider if you can verify all recalls are performed and have a mechanic inspect the transmission and airbag system thoroughly. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Chrysler Aspen?▾
#1: Airbag Malfunctions (11 complaints). #2: Transmission / Drivetrain (10 complaints). #3: Electrical Faults (9 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2009 Chrysler Aspen?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2009 Chrysler Aspen?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2009 Chrysler Aspen, NHTSA complaints include 3 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 40 total complaints. 4 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2009 Chrysler Aspen have any recalls?▾
Yes. 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2009 Chrysler Aspen. A major recall area is AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE. With 4 recalls, it is critical to verify all recall repairs have been completed before purchase. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2009 Chrysler Aspen?▾
The 2009 Chrysler Aspen is a high-risk purchase due to multiple airbag and transmission complaints. Only consider if you can verify all recalls are performed and have a mechanic inspect the transmission and airbag system thoroughly. Airbag malfunctions and transmission issues are costly to repair and can affect safety. With 4 recalls, pre-purchase verification is essential. Pay extra attention to Airbag Malfunctions during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Chrysler Aspen reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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