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2005 Chrysler Pacifica body problems

413 complaints (33% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 116,000. 2 crashes reported.

owner complaints
413
of this car's complaints
33%
typical mileage
116,000
crashes
2
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Body
    219
  • Frame and members: underbody shields
    71
  • Frame and members
    26
  • Body: bumpers
    5
  • Body: hatchback/liftgate
    1
  • Body: door: hinge and attachments
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Chrysler Pacifica body problems in other years

200420202025

Specific symptoms reported on the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica body

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Sunroof shattered 5

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2005 Chrysler Pacifica owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Sep 3, 2021 · Body · 166,544 miles · OH

The contact owns a 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic and was informed that the sub-frame was corroded. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 166,544.

Filed Dec 30, 2020 · Body · 214,000 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the motor mount frame was severely rusted. The contact stated that the vehicle was difficult to steer the vehicle. The contact stated that the subframe needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not under recall. The approximate failure mileage was 214,000.

Filed May 13, 2020 · Body, Engine · 181,000 miles · OH

Engine cradle sub frame rusted through on one side causing the car to pull to one side.

Filed Jan 14, 2020 · Body · 148,000 miles · IN

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, when he heard an abnormal noise coming from the front of the vehicle. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated he inspected the vehicle and the center of the sub frame was rusted out. The contact called local dealer john jones auto group corydon located at 1735 gardner ln nw, corydon, in 47112, (812) 722-4146, and the dealer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was informed of failure. The failure mileage was 148,000.

Filed Jan 8, 2020 · Body · 89,700 miles · FL

Found out that my front sub frame/engine cradle is badly corroded and full of holes after having my tires changed.

Filed Dec 28, 2019 · Body · 162,000 miles · IL

The frame has rusted through. The engine cradle is rusted. Chrysler admits there is a problem but refuses to do anything about it. Chrysler had a recall for this issue and then cancelled the recall. There was also a lawsuit filed, that was dismissed due to chrysler's bankruptcy.

Filed Oct 23, 2019 · Body, Suspension · 180,000 miles · PA

This is the second 2005 pacific that the rocker under the car is cracked and rusted away. I tookbthe car into monroe on jonestown rd harrisburg pa and they explained to me that it is so rusted that the motor will fall out and they wouldn't even do an oil change for me because they didn't want to damage it any farther.

Filed Sep 18, 2019 · Body · 110,000 miles · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the entire front subframe was completely rotted and rusted. The dealer (trinity chrysler dodge jeep ram (1550 w springfield rd, taylorville, il 62568, (217) 824-3377) researched the failure and stated that the manufacturer no longer made the part for the subframe. The manufacturer was not notified. The contact stated that the vehicle could not be placed on a lift to assess the damage. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 110,000. The VIN was unknown.

Filed Aug 28, 2019 · Body · 160,000 miles · IN

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving 30 MPH, the contact heard an abnormal noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the front and rear subframe was rusted and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. A dealer and the manufacturer were not contacted. The failure mileage was 160,000.

Filed Aug 7, 2019 · Body · 161,000 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact looked under the vehicle and noticed that the engine cradle was rusted and the engine was about to fall out. The contact called two dealers, including dick scott chrysler dodge jeep ram at 734‑451‑2110 (located at 684 ann arbor rd w, plymouth, mi 48170) and was informed that the part was on backorder. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 161,000.

Questions about the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica body

Does the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica have body problems?

Owners have filed 413 complaints about the body of the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica, 33% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2005 Chrysler Pacifica body problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 116,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica body?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Chrysler Pacifica have the most body problems?

The Chrysler Pacifica model years with the most body complaints are 2005 (413 complaints), 2004 (323 complaints) and 2006 (198 complaints).

Other 2005 Chrysler Pacifica problems

Engine 434Suspension 187Transmission 130Fuel system 120Electrical 94Brakes 82Acceleration 58Steering 54Lights 38Airbags 18Visibility 15Seats 9Tires 9Wheels 9Seat belts 8Driver assistance 6Locks 4

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