Chrysler Pacifica Best and Worst Years by Owner Complaints
We rank Chrysler Pacifica model years by the number of owner complaints filed with NHTSA, from fewest to most. Complaint counts aren't failure rates: years that sold more cars, or that are older, can show more reports. We rank only model years at least five years old, because newer ones are still collecting reports. Among settled years shown, the 2003 drew the fewest (1) and the 2017 the most (1,524).
Complaints filed by model year
Every year compared
| Most-reported component | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 Among the fewest complaints |
1 | 0 | Unknown or other | — | — |
| 2027 Still collecting reports |
1 | 1 | Electrical system | — | 20–22 |
| 2016 Among the fewest complaints |
2 | 0 | Electrical system | — | — |
| 2026 Still collecting reports |
11 | 5 | Electrical system | 5★ | 22–30 |
| 2025 Still collecting reports |
28 | 9 | Air bags | 5★ | 20–30 |
| 2024 Still collecting reports |
43 | 11 | Electrical system | 5★ | 20–30 |
| 2008 Among the fewest complaints |
102 | 0 | Electrical system | — | 17–18 |
| 2023 | 154 | 14 | Engine | 5★ | 20–30 |
| 2020 | 170 | 5 | Electrical system | 5★ | 20–30 |
| 2022 | 214 | 10 | Power train | 5★ | 20–30 |
| 2019 | 313 | 7 | Electrical system | 5★ | 22–30 |
| 2021 | 373 | 7 | Electrical system | 5★ | 20–30 |
| 2007 | 380 | 0 | Power train | — | 17–18 |
| 2006 | 726 | 1 | Structure | — | 17–18 |
| 2018 | 876 | 12 | Engine | 5★ | 22–32 |
| 2004 Among the most complaints |
896 | 2 | Structure | — | 17 |
| 2005 Among the most complaints |
1,244 | 2 | Structure | — | 17–18 |
| 2017 Among the most complaints |
1,524 | 11 | Engine | 5★ | 22–32 |
Sources: NHTSA ODI complaints, NHTSA recalls, NHTSA NCAP, EPA; retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
What owners reported in the Chrysler Pacifica years with the most complaints
These settled model years drew the most owner complaints to NHTSA. The share in brackets is the part of that year’s complaints that names each component; one complaint can name several.
2017 Chrysler Pacifica: 1,524 complaints
Most-reported: Engine 523 (34%); Power train 468 (31%); Electrical system 391 (26%).
Reports mention 46 crashes, 10 fires, 37 injuries. Typical odometer reading when owners filed: 25,000 miles. 11 recall campaigns listed.
2005 Chrysler Pacifica: 1,244 complaints
Most-reported: Structure 413 (33%); Engine 224 (18%); Engine and engine cooling 211 (17%).
Reports mention 25 crashes, 13 fires, 19 injuries. Typical odometer reading when owners filed: 97,034 miles. 2 recall campaigns listed.
2004 Chrysler Pacifica: 896 complaints
Most-reported: Structure 323 (36%); Engine 141 (16%); Suspension 125 (14%).
Reports mention 32 crashes, 30 fires, 29 injuries, 2 deaths. Typical odometer reading when owners filed: 96,000 miles. 2 recall campaigns listed.
The Chrysler Pacifica years with the fewest complaints
2003 Chrysler Pacifica: 1 complaints
0 recall campaigns listed.
2016 Chrysler Pacifica: 2 complaints
Most-reported: Electrical system 1 (50%); Electronic stability control 1 (50%); Engine 1 (50%).
0 recall campaigns listed.
2008 Chrysler Pacifica: 102 complaints
Most-reported: Electrical system 24 (24%); Engine 21 (21%); Power train 14 (14%).
Reports mention 2 crashes, 4 fires, 1 injury. Typical odometer reading when owners filed: 78,000 miles. 0 recall campaigns listed.
Crashes, fires and injuries in Chrysler Pacifica owner reports
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Typical miles at filing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 2026 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | — |
| 2025 | 28 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 2024 | 43 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | — |
| 2023 | 154 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 30,000 |
| 2022 | 214 | 7 | 2 | 17 | 1 | 41,607 |
| 2021 | 373 | 11 | 1 | 11 | 0 | 50,000 |
| 2020 | 170 | 7 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 35,000 |
| 2019 | 313 | 11 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 20,000 |
| 2018 | 876 | 27 | 14 | 15 | 0 | 14,000 |
| 2017 | 1,524 | 46 | 10 | 37 | 0 | 25,000 |
| 2016 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 2008 | 102 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 78,000 |
| 2007 | 380 | 9 | 13 | 7 | 0 | 76,124 |
| 2006 | 726 | 20 | 7 | 24 | 10 | 93,000 |
| 2005 | 1,244 | 25 | 13 | 19 | 0 | 97,034 |
| 2004 | 896 | 32 | 30 | 29 | 2 | 96,000 |
| 2003 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
Owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA. “Typical miles” is the median odometer reading in complaints that gave one (shown when at least 10 did). Source: NHTSA ODI complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Largest Chrysler Pacifica recalls
- Cruise Control cannot be Cancelled (2017–2018 model years; 4,815,661 vehicles across all models; filed May 2018; 18V332000)
- Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111 (2021–2023 model years; 1,033,433 vehicles across all models; filed Jun 2024; 24V436000)
- Rearview Camera Image May Fail to Display/FMVSS 111 (2026–2027 model years; 844,027 vehicles across all models; filed Aug 2026; 26V531000)
- Rearview Image Can Remain on Display/FMVSS 111 (2019–2020 model years; 319,610 vehicles across all models; filed Sep 2020; 20V191000)
- Improperly Sealed Side Curtain Air Bags/FMVSS 226 (2022–2026 model years; 293,264 vehicles across all models; filed Mar 2026; 26V189000)
All 43 Chrysler Pacifica recall campaigns · Chrysler Pacifica problems, recalls and mpg by year · Used car inspection checklist
What the numbers can't tell you
- Sales volume. NHTSA publishes no sales figures with complaints, so a popular year draws more reports even if each car is no worse.
- Recent years are under-counted. Owners file reports for years after purchase; the newest model years will keep growing.
- The individual car. Maintenance, mileage and repairs matter more for one used car than any model-year average. Get a pre-purchase inspection and check open recalls by VIN.
Chrysler Pacifica years FAQ
Which Chrysler Pacifica year has the fewest complaints?
Among the model years shown whose counts have settled, the 2003 has the fewest owner complaints filed with NHTSA (1). That is a count of reports, not a measure of reliability.
Does fewer complaints mean a more reliable car?
Not necessarily. Complaint counts depend on how many cars were sold, how old they are and how many owners file reports. Use them to spot patterns worth asking about, alongside recalls, crash tests and a pre-purchase inspection.
Are there Chrysler Pacifica years to avoid?
No model year is officially one to avoid. By owner complaints to NHTSA, the settled years with the most reports are the 2017, 2005 and 2004 models, and across all years the most-reported problem area is the engine. Compare those years with the ones that drew the fewest reports, then check any specific car for open recalls by VIN and get a pre-purchase inspection.
What is the most common Chrysler Pacifica problem?
Across the model years shown, owners most often report problems with the engine (1,931 of 7,058 complaints list it). Each model-year report breaks the complaints down by component.
How many recalls does the Chrysler Pacifica have?
NHTSA lists 43 recall campaigns covering the Chrysler Pacifica. See every one, with official wording and repair rates, on the Chrysler Pacifica recall page.
Why are newer years left out of fewest and most?
Owners keep filing complaints for years after a car is sold. We mark the two newest model years as still collecting reports, and we only rank years that are at least five years old.
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.