Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Vehicle Fire When Parked
- Summary
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. The battery pack may cause a vehicle fire when parked, even with the ignition in the "Off" position.
- Consequence
- A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Owners are advised not to charge their vehicles, and to park outside and away from structures, until they are repaired. Dealers will update the high voltage battery pack control module (BPCM) software. In addition, dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the battery pack assembly. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 6, 2025. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is 72B. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 22V-077.
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Owner complaints (26)
26 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The electrical system is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 26 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 13 | 50% |
| Hybrid propulsion system | 11 | 42.3% |
| Back over prevention | 8 | 30.8% |
| Engine | 5 | 19.2% |
| Power train | 3 | 11.5% |
How 2021 compares with other Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid years
Best and worst Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 79 | 6 |
| 2018 | 223 | 6 |
| 2019 | 45 | 2 |
| 2020 | 58 | 2 |
| 2021 | 26 | 1 |
| 2022 | 116 | 0 |
| 2023 | 40 | 0 |
| 2024 | 26 | 0 |
| 2025 | 1 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
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2021 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid FAQ
How many recalls does the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 24V538000 (hybrid propulsion system). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid problems?
Owners filed 26 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (13), Hybrid propulsion system (11), Back over prevention (8) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
How does the 2021 Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid compare with other years?
Among the 2017–2021 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid model years at least five years old, the 2021 drew the fewest complaints (26) and the 2018 the most (223). The 2021 drew 26. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.