Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chrysler pacifica. While stopped at a traffic light, the vehicle exhibited an abnormal clunking noise as the accelerator pedal was depressed. The vehicle also jerked forward. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing where the technician advised that the motor mount would have to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred two additional times and the motor mount was replaced three additional times. The approximate failure mileage was 35,000.
2004 Chrysler Pacifica engine complaints
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Tl* the contact owns 2004 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while traveling 15 MPH she heard crackling and popping noises coming from the rear end of the vehicle. The contact was able to drive the vehicle home. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was confirmed the engine cradle failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileage was 148,845.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chrysler pacifica.the contact stated that the engine cradle had become corroded. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 86,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while driving 25 MPH, the transmission slipped. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer for inspection and they stated that the motor mount needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired and the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 10,000.
Told at time of service by dealer that the engine cradle was rusting thru threatening failure. This is a recognized problem in the 2005 vehicles which chrysler has extended the warranty out to 10/yr 150,000 miles for, but they are refusing to extend the warranty on the 2004 model. Repair estimate of $2900.
Starting in 2011 my pacifica's electrical systems seem to be shutting down. First I lost the ability to open windows or use power locks on the passenger side. Next I lost the cruise control function. Now my check engine light appears intermittently. Most recently the air bag light and alarm comes on but only intermittently.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chrysler pacifica. The contacted stated that a private mechanic confirmed there was a hole in the engine cradle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 108,000 and the current mileage was 118,000.
On numerous occasions I will be driving my car and it will just stall out completely. I have no control over my car. There is no inclination that it is even going to happen. I have almost wrecked my car. At higher speeds my car jerks and stutters and will randomly shut off too. I will be stopping to make a right or left turn and my car will stall out and I have almost wrecked my car with my four children in the car!!!!!!! I see there is a recall on some chrysler pacifica's for this exact problem, but for some reason it is not on mine and it is a major issue!!! I am very concerned with my family's safety when driving my car.
In going to mechanic to get oil change. I was notified that subframe was rusted out and car is very dangerous to be driven. I have yet to contact dealership but on doing a search on line I found this to be a major issue with this car. I live in the suburbs of chicago.
While driving car it knocks after pushing brakes then gas again it continues to do so after I have had over 2000 in repairs done. It has new shocks new axles new motor mounts & tires I believe several other owners have had the same issues and a recall should be in place or an explanation of why our cars are doing this! I bought the car used and was told the owner sold it because they did not want to put the money into it to have the motor mounts replaced so I am thinking that she might have had the same issue. It also shakes after I get past 50 MPH. It has also died after turning a sharp left and I almost crashed with my infant in the car. It has locked me out of the car with my daughter still in the car! Also the rear AC is not working any longer and I had it looked at and no one can tell me why. I would have traded it in but I am not able to start all over with payments again on a new car. Thank you and any information in regards to the problems I have been having with our car would be awesome. I have never received any recall information on this car and if any are in effect and could fix these issues please let me know. *js
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the vehicle was being examined by an authorized dealer for routine maintenance when the dealer stated that the engine cradle was deteriorating and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 117,000.
Upper radiator hose disconnected from radiator and spilled coolant out. This produced a lot of steam. We took the car to our local chrysler dealer. Radiator was shot and during repair, mechanic stated that motor mounts were broken. All repairs were covered by an aftermarket extended warranty. In reading the federal safety agency site, I note many complaints about the motor mounts. This is a dangerous defect and there should be a recall.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that she heard a loud noise coming from the bottom of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the engine cradle was completely corroded and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 101,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the vehicle would exhibit a loud knocking noise once started. The contact did not notify the dealer or the manufacturer of the issue. A local mechanic diagnosed that the contact would need to replace the engine. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 85,500 and the current mileage was 85,700.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled while driving 45 MPH. The failure recurred frequently. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop and the contact was informed that the engine cylinders were faulty. The ignition coils and spark plugs were replaced. The failure continued. The contact was also informed that the motor mounts were loose. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with the federal safety agency campaign id number 04v113000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (TCM, PCM)). The failure mileage was 106,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chrylser pacifica. The contact stated that the front engine mount cradle, which held the engine in place, was fractured. While having the vehicle examined by an independent mechanic for routine maintenance, the mechanic noticed that the engine mount cradle was rusted. The vehicle was not repaired. An authorized dealer was notified and stated that the manufacturer would not cover the repair expenses. There were no recalls or warranties addressing the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 110,000.
2004 chrysler pacifica taken to mechanic after purchasing used with 69,500 miles for "clunking" noise in front-end. Replaced parts included: sway bar linkages, tie rod ends, and struts and mounts all of which needed replacing. But the noise was still there. The mechanic then used a tool he called "chassis ears" to pinpoint the source of the noise. He found that the subframe (engine cradle) was rusted at the point that it mounts to the body, just under the front passenger-side floorboard. Upon further inspection rust was apparent on the drivers-side also. This is a major safety issue!!! The entire front-end of the vehicle including: engine, transmission, and all front-end suspension and steering is held in place by this subframe (engine cradle). What happens when this totally fails while driving with six people in the vehicle? Why has this not become a mandatory safety recall? Does someone have to get killed before this gets someones attention? This is not an isolated incident as can be seen by this website. The federal safety agency please help!!!
1st time: driving straight around 20-45 MPH when engine light came on & engine started acting up. Stopped shortly at a stop light & engine died. Had to wait several minutes before the engine would start & engine light stayed on until we got to auto mechanic's shop approx 2 miles away. Multiple times in the last 2 months: sometimes engine light comes on as we are stopping or decelerating or turning left after a stop light changes. Engine then acts up & subsequently dies shortly after that. After a few minutes we are able to start it & drive it home or to the dealer. Both the auto mechanic's & at the chrysler dealer's diagnostic machines identified fault code "p0508 iac circuit low" & told us we had to change out the idle control motor (chrysler part # 4593851-aa). We have had this part changed out & the throttle body cleaned twice now with no resolution of the problem. We also have noticed on occasion when we have our foot on the brake at a stop, the engine may arbitrarily race for a couple of seconds. Fortunately our foot is on the brake when this happens.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chrysler pacifica. The contact was driving 30 MPH when smoke emitted underneath the hood. The vehicle was driven onto the side of the road. The contact confirmed that the vehicle was on fire. The police and fire department were called and a police report was filed. The vehicle was not towed to the dealer. The manufacturer was contacted, and the vehicle was destroyed. The failure and current mileage was 203,000. Updated 02/28/12
Car now has 140000 miles. I am on the 3rd full set of engine mounts and now 3 of them are broken again and need replacement. This could easily have turned into a safety issue. This is obviously a defect that chrysler knows about. Why has there been no recall?
Steering became difficult (tight) with catching during turns. Diagnosed as a broken vehicle engine cradle failed on 7 year old vehicle with 60,000 miles. Chrylser has acknowledged failures of this part and has provided a 10 year 150,000 mile warranty for 2004-2005 pacifica's that were operated in areas of high road salt usage (mine was in il for 20,000 miles. For some reason chrysler states my VIN does not qualify. See copy of letter below: (this letter was provided by a pacifica owner, not sent to me.) this letter is to inform you that the warranty period on your chrysler group llc pacifica's front engine cradle has been extended to 10 years or 150,000 miles, whichever occurs first. This engine cradle extended warranty coverage applies to chrysler pacifica model years 2004-2005. We are extending the warranty period on your front engine cradle because some vehicles operated in areas of high road salt usage, may experience engine cradle corrosion resulting in a drive ability vibration and or/shake. If your vehicle is operating properly, there is nothing you are required to do. If you are experiencing the conditions as described in this warranty extension within the 10 year or 150,000 mile period, simply contact your dealer to have repairs performed. Your dealer will inspect the engine cradle for perforation corrosion on the rear cross car cradle support and replace if necessary. If you have already experienced this engine cradle concern and have paid to have it repaired, you may be eligible to receive a reimbursement. You may send your original receipts, invoices and/or repair order with adequate proof of payment (copy of the front and back of cancelled check, or copy of credit card receipt, etc.). Please mail to the following address for reimbursement, your claim will be acted upon within 60 days of receipt:
I took my 2004 pacifica in for an alignment and when they got it up saw that my engine cradle had rusted badly and was falling apart. I have searched the internet to see if there has been a recall and have not found one but have found many other complaints of the same thing happening. I got an estimate today and he said the new engine cradle will cost me $3600 plus around $500 for labor. This is horrible. This is the nicest car I have ever owned. It was never wrecked and I don't know how in the world this could even happen. It has to be a defect that chrysler should be taken care of because there are so many having the same problem.
I was driving my 2004 chrysler pacifica when the acceleration started to taper off gradually. Eventually it went down to 25 MPH. I was unable to go any faster so I pulled onto the shoulder. When I turned off the engine smoke started flowing out of the vents in the car. Within a couple of minutes fire was shooting into the passenger's foot well from the engine. The police was on the scene immediately and was unable to put it out -two fire trucks and 4 police cars arrived at the scene. They stated they had never seen a car go up so fast. There was nothing but the shell left. I was lucky that I didn't hesitate to pull over and get out of the car.
Repeated failures of motor mounts. Same components have been replace 3 times
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 chrysler pacifica. While driving at an unknown speed, the contact began to hear clunking noises from the engine and the check engine light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed that the motor mounts had fractured. The vehicle was repaired. Three years later, the failure occurred again. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer but had not been repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 55,000 and the current mileage was approximately 108,000. The VIN was unavailable.
Clunking sound coming from engine. Motor mounts were worn out. Also noticed engine cradle on passenger side was rusted and separating at weld. The rust was significant too the point that holes had formed in multiple spots. Contacted chrysler dealership and they reported that chrysler has posted a service bulletin on the issue in the last two weeks. No information is available online except for other owners discussing issue.
Engine cradle is nearly rusted through..
I was driving my 2004 chrysler pacifica when the acceleration started to taper off gradually. Eventually it went down to 25mph when I pulled off the road. As I turned off the engine smoke started flowing out of the vents in the car. Within a couple of minutes fire was shooting out of the passenger's foot well from the engine. The police was on the scene immediately and was unable to put it out two firetrucks and 4 police cars arrived at the scene. They stated they had never seen a car go up so fast. There was nothing but the shell left.
Motor mounts on my 2004 chrysler pacifica are broken! This is a height risk and parts seem to be on back order costs are high and this must be recalled. This is a ongoing issue on the pacifica! I found this out after reading several forums which many many people have the same issue and all cant believe that this is not recalled yet. Broken motor mounts can cause the engine to fall down onto the street and could cause deadly incidents!
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the accelerator pedal would intermittently become stuck in the open throttle position. When the failure would occur, the vehicle would jerk violently before accelerating and stalling. The vehicle was taken to a local repair facility where the independent mechanic discovered that all of the engine mounts were fractured. The engine mounts were replaced at the contact's expense. After repairs, the failure recurred sporadically and the engine would vibrate and exhibit an unusually loud rumble. The contact was sitting idle at a gated entrance. The vehicle abnormally accelerated up to 15 MPH and crashed into the gate while the brakes were depressed. A police report was available. The contact was unable to drive the vehicle from the scene and the vehicle was towed to her insurance company's lot. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was awaiting a response from the manufacturer. The failure mileage was approximatley 85,000 and current mileage was 118,343.
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