I have a 2004 Crossfire and when I take the key out of the ignition then back in, it will not turn. A mechanic showed me a trick to just flick the key but it only worked when he did it. Does anyone have this problem? Now I just leave the key in the ignition and use my spare key to manually lock my doors but, recently my key will not lock or unlock. I think my car is falling apart. Any suggestions?

 

Sticky ignition key fix in tech how to section will get you going. Sorry, on mobile without full access earlier Red Dog has the link...

 

I am almost sure that this is too basic but did you try turning the steering wheel a bit?

 

Yes I did. After long exhausting tries eventually it turns.

 

Your Crossfire is not falling apart . . . you have an 11 year old car that will occasionally need some TLC. EVERY Crossfire will eventually have this problem. You came to the right place . . .

I think jmccaskill needs to be led directly to the "water". Look here . . .

https://www.crossfireforum.org/forum...ru-2006-a.html

Read it all . . . look at all the pictures . . . Then DO THE FIX NOW! It becomes much more complicated and difficult to fix the problem once those internal parts wear to the point where you can't turn the key at all!

 

Please post back here when you have your sticky ignition fixed. Let us know if you have any other issues where we might assist you.

 

Not EVERY car, the later cars came with the modified ignition switch, 2007 and on (?)

 

This is what I heard from a few sources, am ready to tackle it iffin it starts acting up though!

 

I am having the same problem, my key will no longer turn.I live in Orlando Fl. Trying to avoid the dealer...called 3 locksmiths, no luck. Does anyone know someone in Orlando who can fix it? Any help is appreciated

 

do it now!!!

 

If no one responds, your best bet may be to print out the below pdf and take it to a local European or German independent shop. Most FCA dealers won't be able to fix it unless they still have a Crossfire tech.
Think there's a couple shops in Winter Park.
Good luck,

https://www.crossfireforum.org/forum...key_fix_v5.pdf

 

What Harbor said and also check Facebook for the crossfire group, there are several tech savvy owners in Florida. I think there may be a couple of Florida Facebook groups too.

 

2007's and 2008's have no need of the fix, it is already using the modified/corrected part (68001655AA).
Old part number for 2004's to 2006's was 05098712AA.

 

I'm curious why MB/Chrysler recognized the defect and corrected it in later models without issuing a recall or at least a TSB.
( I may be wrong, I Googled for Crossfire recalls and TSB's, didn't see anything related to ignition assembly )

 

I think the answer is quite simple, $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$.
Many parts fail on cars through wear and tear and they are not replaced under a recall, they may be improved later if it does not cost too much.

Recalls are done when safety is an issue or bad publicity will be the result. A locked ignition in your driveway is hardly a safety issue. LOL

Anything that they do is balanced out, cost versus risk.

 

Agreed, but why not issue a TSB telling the techs how to fix it without replacing the assembly ?
Wouldn't that be considered cost saving ?

 

It would be considered to be common sense... .THERE is the issue.
Common sense from an American corporation, ANY corporation?

 

Go on Facebook and Join "Chrysler Crossfire Tech Help" - I think Chuk lives near you.
Problem solved, trust me.

Im a member there also, but I'm in Atlanta.

This is not a locksmith job, it's a shade tree mechanic job.

 

Just checked, Chuk lives near FSU - sounds like he's just a few miles from you.
Few of us are as lucky......

 

That would just be TOO SMART. That's why it didn't happen . . .