Chrysler Pacifica years to avoid
More than twice the Pacifica's typical complaint count for a model year.
Best Chrysler Pacifica years
Fewest owner complaints among the last 20 model years, counting only those with at least four years on the road.
Chrysler Pacifica complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Chrysler Pacifica problems
All model years combined.
- Engine2,422
- Electrical1,475
- Transmission1,440
- Body1,080
- Steering787
- Fuel system648
- Suspension489
- Brakes383
- Acceleration351
- Driver assistance287
- Airbags176
- Seats111
Most reported problems on the Chrysler Pacifica
Stalling 1,026Check engine light 713Loss of power 364Jerking 360Harsh shifting 203Won't start 201Fuel pump 150Start-stop 144Fuel gauge 137Fire or smoke 111Headlights 109Ball joint 108Knocking 88Backup camera 86Screen failure 48No deployment 46Collision warning 37
Chrysler Pacifica problems year by year
Tap a year to see its problems, recalls and what owners say.
| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | - | 1 | Electrical | 1 | 0 | ||
| 2026 | - | 11 | Electrical | 5 | 1 | ||
| 2025 | - | 31 | Airbags | 9 | 3 | ||
| 2024 | - | 49 | Electrical | 11 | 3 | ||
| 2023 | - | 156 | Engine | 30,000 | 14 | 3 | |
| 2022 | 71 | 221 | Transmission | 41,607 | 10 | 8 | Fewest complaints |
| 2021 | 64 | 381 | Electrical | 50,000 | 7 | 12 | |
| 2020 | 79 | 175 | Electrical | 35,000 | 5 | 7 | Fewest complaints |
| 2019 | 71 | 318 | Electrical | 20,000 | 7 | 11 | |
| 2018 | 33 | 896 | Engine | 14,400 | 12 | 28 | Avoid |
| 2017 | 13 | 1,546 | Engine | 25,008 | 11 | 46 | Avoid |
| 2016 | 95 | 2 | Driver assistance | 0 | 0 | ||
| 2008 | 90 | 102 | Engine | 78,000 | 0 | 2 | Fewest complaints |
| 2007 | 75 | 326 | Engine | 76,124 | 0 | 8 | |
| 2006 | 44 | 726 | Engine | 93,000 | 1 | 20 | Avoid |
| 2005 | 27 | 1,244 | Engine | 97,034 | 2 | 25 | Avoid |
| 2004 | 36 | 896 | Body | 96,000 | 2 | 32 | Avoid |
| 2003 | 95 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Recalls 43
Chrysler Pacifica warranty extensions
Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.
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Chrysler Pacifica in the news
- Chrysler recalls 2025-2026 Pacifica, 2026 Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid and 2025-2026 Voyager over electronic stability control (esc) problem (2,017 vehicles)
- Chrysler extends warranty coverage on 2026 Pacifica and 2026 Voyager (unknown or other)
- Jeep recalls 2026 Grand Cherokee, 2026 Wrangler and 2026 Cherokee and other models over back over prevention camera problem (844,028 vehicles)
Questions about the Chrysler Pacifica
What years of the Chrysler Pacifica should you avoid?
2004, 2005, 2006, 2017 and 2018. Each has more than twice the Chrysler Pacifica's typical number of owner complaints for a model year; 2017 alone has 1,546, mostly about engine and transmission.
What is the best year for a used Chrysler Pacifica?
2008, 2020 and 2022 have the fewest owner complaints among model years that have been on the road for at least four years (102, 175 and 221).
What is the most common problem with the Chrysler Pacifica?
Engine, with 2,422 complaints across all years, followed by electrical (1,475) and transmission (1,440).
How many recalls does the Chrysler Pacifica have?
43 recalls between 2003 and 2027. The 2023 model year has the most, with 14.
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