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Chrysler Aspen

Report: Transmission May be in Neutral When Reverse is Selected

Chrysler Aspen Problem
9 Reports

Model Years Affected: 2007, 2008

Drive Trains Affected: 2WD, 4WD

Average Mileage: 59,508 mi (22,000 mi - 83,456 mi)

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Under certain conditions, some models may shift into neutral even though reverse is selected with the gear selector. A software update for the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) to correct this issue will allow reverse engagement as long as the transmission has sufficient hydraulic pressure.

  • Report #1
    Visitor, 2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2WD, 41,000 mi

    When put in drive, vehicle stays in neutral. When it does this, sometimes it suddenly starts reversing. Also, when vehicle is in drive, it rolls backwards.

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  • Report #3
    Visitor, 2007 Chrysler Aspen, 4WD, 70,000 mi

    When driving in reverse, the vehicle automatically goes into neutral

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  • Report #4
    Visitor, 2007 Chrysler Aspen, 2WD, 59,800 mi

    This issue has plagued us since we purchased the thing in Apr 2010. I haven't had it one year yet, and a host of issues are going on. I will not buy another Chrysler.

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  • Report #5
    SKEETER123, 2007 Chrysler Aspen, 2WD, 83,456 mi
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    MY TRUCK FEELS LIKE IT IS NOT SHIFTING INTO ANY GEARS. IT HAVE A STRAIN ON THE MOTOR. WHEN DRIVING IT NEVER REALLY SHIFT WHERE YOU CAN FEEL IT. IF YOU LOOK AT THE RP GAUGE YOU CAN SEE IT SHIFT. SOMETHING IS VERY WRONG WITH MY TRUCK AND I DO NOT LIKE IT. I HAVE TOOK IT TO THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES AND THEY KEEP SAYING THE SAME THING IT IS FINE, BUT THEY HAVE NEVER TEST DRIVE IT TO GET THAT FEELING.

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  • Report #6
    Visitor, 2007 Chrysler Aspen, 4WD, 78,000 mi

    Shifts to Neutral even though Reverse was selected

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  • Report #7
    Visitor, 2007 Chrysler Aspen, 2WD, 22,000 mi
  • Report #8
    tx_wyn, 2007 Chrysler Aspen, 2WD, 62,300 mi
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