PROBLEM GUIDE
Here's what owners are experiencing, based on our research of real owner reports and repair data.
Last updated May 2026
352
complaints filed for the 2008 model year
2007–2010
Model years affected
$160 – $330
Typical repair cost, by problem
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Start my diagnosis →alternator failure
Check engine light: Off
One documented alternator failure at $300 at 100,100 miles — a fairly typical higher-mileage wear item. We've widened it into a $240-$330 range. A charging-system fault like this typically shows as a battery warning light, not a check-engine light.
a non-functional or incompletely-closing power window
Check engine light: Off
Reported twice: the driver's power window went non-functional at $200 at 79,000 miles, and a separate, notably early case at just 18,000 miles where the window "did not completely close when door shut" (no cost given). We've widened the costed case into a $160-$220 range. Window regulator/motor faults are electrical, not engine-related, and don't trigger a check-engine light.
The 18,000-mile case has no cost figure — notably early-life.
the car not starting after sitting unused
Check engine light: Off
Reported twice: "car wouldn't start after sitting" at 66,000 miles, and "would not start after months of inactivity" at 72,000 miles (warranty-covered). This is distinct from a typical dead battery — the "after inactivity" pattern suggests a possible parasitic power drain, which may tie into the TIPM concerns NHTSA flags for this platform (not independently confirmed). This is an electrical fault, not one that typically triggers a check-engine light.
a false tire-pressure warning
Check engine light: Off
One documented false TPMS pressure warning at 68,900 miles — a low-severity nuisance item. A TPMS warning is a separate dashboard light from the check-engine light.
Low-severity nuisance item.
water intrusion from the convertible top damaging electrical components
Check engine light: Off
One documented case at 30,000 miles: water intrusion from the convertible top damaged the power window/lock switch. This ties body/weatherproofing issues directly to electrical failures — worth noting as a compounding factor specific to convertible trims. A water-intrusion electrical fault doesn't trigger a check-engine light.
Specific to convertible trims — water intrusion from the top compounding into electrical damage.
cruise control failing while driving on the highway
Check engine light: Off
One documented cruise control relay failure at $250 at 47,000 miles, notably occurring during a highway trip. We've widened it into a $200-$275 range. An accessory relay fault like this doesn't trigger a check-engine light.
the radio's hard drive failing
Check engine light: Off
One documented radio hard drive failure at just 17,500 miles — essentially early-life, likely resolved under new-car warranty. An infotainment fault like this doesn't trigger a check-engine light.
Very early-life — likely resolved under new-car warranty.
the engine suddenly cutting off
Check engine light: On
One documented engine stalling case at $300 at 96,500 miles (2.4L four-cylinder). A confirmed engine cooling recall (Campaign 07V473000) exists for this generation, and some stalling/overheating complaints may tie to that recall rather than being purely organic — this overlap has not been verified. A stalling fault like this typically triggers a check-engine light.
Based on a single report. May overlap with the confirmed engine cooling recall (Campaign 07V473000).
Automatic transmission develops shifting problems
Check engine light: On
Automatic transmission develops shifting problems. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 420 owner reports on file.
Clicking sound coming from a vent
Check engine light: Off
Clicking sound coming from a vent. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 200 owner reports on file.
Instrument cluster or dashboard lights fail intermittently
Check engine light: Off
Instrument cluster or dashboard lights fail intermittently. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 200 owner reports on file.
Water leaks into the cabin due to a plugged AC drain
Check engine light: Off
Water leaks into the cabin due to a plugged AC drain. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 156 owner reports on file.
Head gasket fails prematurely
Check engine light: Off
Head gasket fails prematurely. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 79 owner reports on file.
Engine cranking problems caused by a locked-up wireless control module (WCM)
Check engine light: Off
Engine cranking problems caused by a locked-up wireless control module (WCM). This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 73 owner reports on file.
Oil leak at the camshaft sensor O-ring
Check engine light: Off
Oil leak at the camshaft sensor O-ring. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 46 owner reports on file.
Radio requires a software update
Check engine light: Off
Radio requires a software update. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 44 owner reports on file.
Rattle noise from a rear shock absorber
Check engine light: Off
Rattle noise from a rear shock absorber. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 44 owner reports on file.
Musty AC odor addressed under a manufacturer cleaner/disinfectant service bulletin
Check engine light: Off
Musty AC odor addressed under a manufacturer cleaner/disinfectant service bulletin. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 37 owner reports on file.
Click noise when turning the steering wheel
Check engine light: Off
Click noise when turning the steering wheel. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 29 owner reports on file.
Check engine light from a speed sensor issue
Check engine light: On
Check engine light from a speed sensor issue. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 29 owner reports on file.
This generation has confirmed recalls covering the electrical system (Campaign 08V152000) and engine/engine cooling (Campaign 07V473000) — some stalling/overheating complaints may tie to the cooling recall rather than being purely organic, and that overlap has not been verified. Transmission shift/floor-shifter issues are tied to confirmed Recalls K16 and K39. Separately, NHTSA data includes a severe fire complaint (smoke near the battery, the vehicle catching fire, brakes and steering becoming unresponsive) — not clearly tied to a specific campaign in this sample, and serious enough to be worth knowing about. A dealer-caused wiring and light issue is not listed below, since the root cause was a service error, not a vehicle defect. Enter your VIN to get the confirmed, current recall picture for your specific car.
The information on this page is for general educational purposes only and is not a diagnosis. It is compiled from aggregated owner-reported data and publicly available sources, not from an inspection of your vehicle. Symptoms described here can have multiple causes, and the presence of a commonly reported problem does not mean your vehicle has it. Repair cost ranges are estimates that vary by region, shop, vehicle condition, and parts availability. Recall and service campaign information may be incomplete or out of date — verify current recall status with NHTSA or your manufacturer. MyGearGuru is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any vehicle manufacturer; manufacturer and model names are used for identification only. Always consult a qualified technician before making repair decisions.
This vehicle's strongest organic content is electrical: power window failures, a battery/no-start-after-inactivity pattern, and a cruise control relay failure. Several of these symptoms are consistent with the well-documented TIPM (Totally Integrated Power Module) failure pattern for this Chrysler platform era, though TIPM itself was not named directly in the complaints reviewed, so that link is not confirmed. Separately, NHTSA data includes a severe, single-case fire complaint (smoke near the battery, vehicle caught fire, brakes and steering became unresponsive) that is not tied to a specific recall in the available data. Given the severity, it is worth taking seriously.