Chrysler Pacifica complaints by model year
7,058 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2026 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| 2025 | 28 | 3 | 0 | 9 |
| 2024 | 43 | 2 | 0 | 11 |
| 2023 | 154 | 3 | 0 | 14 |
| 2022 | 214 | 7 | 2 | 10 |
| 2021 | 373 | 11 | 1 | 7 |
| 2020 | 170 | 7 | 3 | 5 |
| 2019 | 313 | 11 | 3 | 7 |
| 2018 | 876 | 27 | 14 | 12 |
| 2017 | 1,524 | 46 | 10 | 11 |
| 2016 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | 102 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
| 2007 | 380 | 9 | 13 | 0 |
| 2006 | 726 | 20 | 7 | 1 |
| 2005 | 1,244 | 25 | 13 | 2 |
| 2004 | 896 | 32 | 30 | 2 |
| 2003 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2018–2027. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 375 | 82 | 52 | 140 | 68 | 47 | 8 | 5 | 3 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 287 | 97 | 64 | 152 | 60 | 42 | 13 | 1 | 4 | 1 |
| Power train | 155 | 74 | 38 | 119 | 72 | 42 | 11 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 112 | 50 | 18 | 56 | 26 | 22 | 9 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| Steering | 179 | 43 | 32 | 17 | 12 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 47 | 10 | 9 | 77 | 26 | 16 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 31 | 58 | 5 | 10 | 10 | 7 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 35 | 10 | 5 | 23 | 14 | 7 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Chrysler Pacifica recalls (43)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one Pacifica model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V561000 | Sep 1, 2026 | Loss of Electronic Stability Control/FMVSS 126 | 2025, 2026 | — |
| 26V531000 | Aug 13, 2026 | Rearview Camera Image May Fail to Display/FMVSS 111 | 2026, 2027 | — |
| 26V362000 | Jun 4, 2026 | Park Outside: Battery May Catch Fire | 2020, 2021, 2022 | 4.4% |
| 26V358000 | Jun 2, 2026 | Air Bags May Not Deploy | 2023–2026 | — |
| 26V327000 | May 21, 2026 | Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111 | 2019, 2023 | — |
| 26V296000 | May 11, 2026 | Wheelchair Restraint Retractor May Not Lock | 2023–2026 | 1.5% |
| 26V189000 | Mar 26, 2026 | Improperly Sealed Side Curtain Air Bags/FMVSS 226 | 2022–2026 | 30.2% |
| 25V877000 | Dec 17, 2025 | Wheelchair Restraint Retractor May Not Lock | 2021–2025 | 0.9% |
| 25V876000 | Dec 17, 2025 | Wheelchair Restraint Retractor May Not Lock | 2017–2025 | 2.3% |
| 25V573000 | Sep 4, 2025 | Improperly Sealed Side Curtain Air Bags/FMVSS 226 | 2025 | — |
| 25V471000 | Jul 17, 2025 | Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111 | 2024, 2025 | 100% |
| 25V388000 | Jun 12, 2025 | Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111 | 2023 | 68.6% |
| 25V302000 | May 8, 2025 | Improperly Sealed Side Curtain Air Bag/FMVSS 226 | 2022–2025 | — |
| 24V888000 | Nov 25, 2024 | Missing Seat Limiter/FMVSS 208 | 2024 | 52.3% |
| 24V793000 | Oct 24, 2024 | Curtain Air Bags May Not Deploy/FMVSS 214, 226 | 2020–2023 | 100% |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Crash-test stars by model year
| Model year | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Tested as |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | pv fwd |
| 2025 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | pv fwd |
| 2024 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | pv fwd |
| 2023 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | pv fwd |
| 2022 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | mv fwd |
| 2021 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | van fwd |
| 2020 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | van fwd |
| 2019 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | van fwd |
| 2018 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | van fwd |
| 2017 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | van fwd |
Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Source: NHTSA NCAP, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Where to next
Chrysler Pacifica FAQ
How many recalls has the Chrysler Pacifica had?
NHTSA lists 43 recall campaigns that cover at least one Chrysler Pacifica model year from 2003 to 2027. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Chrysler Pacifica year has the most complaints?
Among the last 12 model years with settled counts, the 2017 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (1,524) and the 2003 the fewest (1). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Chrysler Pacifica problems?
Across the 2018–2027 model years, owners most often name the engine, electrical system, power train in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Chrysler Pacifica get?
EPA rates the 2027 Chrysler Pacifica at 20 to 22 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
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.