Took my 2005 pacifica to my local mechanic for an oil change. Was told that the lower sub-frame on the front passenger side was rusted and corroded. He said it could have been due to condensation from the A/C or road salt. Will soon be replacing the vehicle since it's no longer under warranty. Very shameful that I see a lot of complaints about rust damage on the lower frame and still no recall.
2005 Chrysler Pacifica body complaints
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Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the subframe was rotten and would not pass inspection. The manufacturer was notified. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 76,836.
Engine frame rusted out.
My engine cradle is rusted/rotted out and completely unsafe to drive. I was told it can't pass inspection and will be approximately $2,000 to fix. My mechanic told me not to drive the car anymore, since the engine could fall out.after researching online, this is a very common problem with the 2005 pacificas. Will there be a recall? Would appreciate it if someone would get back to me asap, since I need my car to get to work. Thank you.
Driving to work and I notice that the small snow build up in the center of the road was hitting my under carriage so I go to my mechanic on the way home and he looks under the car. I didn't realize when I had him take a look it would be the last time I could drive that car unless I wanted to pay thousands of dollars to fix the rotted subframe that holds my engine in. Chrysler knows this is a problem but refuses to fix it. My mechanic says this should never happen with a car, which makes sense that you need your engine and transmission not to fall out! Is there a number of injuries and fatalities that have to happen before the makers will recall a car for a problem they know is happening?
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving at high speeds, the front end of the vehicle shook violently. When the vehicle was taken in for routine maintenance, the technician stated that the engine cradle was severely corroded. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 204,446.
Purchased 2005 chrysler pacifica limited 4 years ago. Currently 109,000 miles.. Had been hearing a clunky noise for a short time took it in to get checked😔 mechanic came back with ghastly news. Tie rods,bushings, water pump,rear axle shaft oilseal and worst of all cradle was rusting through. Over $7000.00 to fix all. I thought I would faint. No way could I do all the repairs. Upon reading all complaints chrysler should fix the rustimg problem. Shame on them for letting these cars on the road knowing this could happen to families purchasing their vehicles and possibly having a fatal accidemt occuring when the engine falls out.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle shook violently and independently veered to the left and right without warning. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the subframe was corroded and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 76,733.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While parked, the contact smelled fuel coming from the vehicle. The contact also stated that there was an odd smell coming from the vehicle that was not fuel related. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic where it was diagnosed that the frame was rusted out and needed to be replaced. The power steering was leaking and the contact was informed that the fuel pump may need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failures. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the subframe on the vehicle was rusted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the subframe failed and needed to be repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 154,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the a frame rusted and rotted out on the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 100,000.
The engine cradle has rotted out, which is a huge safety issue, the car has no signs of rust anywhere else, this is a factory defect with the undercoating. Called chrysler and was told they do not care, nothing they will do. Looked on line and there are thousands of complaints, something needs to be done. This is a safety issue that will cause accident if not deaths.
My 2005 pacifica is in for an inspection, and I get a call from my mechanic . The problem is, as the many compliant here that the sub frame / engine cradle is corroded, and my car is unsafe to drive. The cost is $ 2600 . Properly more than the car is worth? I read that chrysler first acknowledge that there is a problem with 2004 and 2005 models, but later only recall vehicle in a 6 weeks timeframe , january - march 2004 because of not properly coating the engine cradle. Looks like the timeframe should be more like two years.
I took my vehicle in for inspection and it failed due to the engine cradle being rusted out, the cost of repair is $2500-$4000. I googled "engine cradle rusted out" and the articles that were listed first all pertain to chrysler pacifica 2005. I proceeded to call chrysler about my problem and was told they are not extending warranties to cover the problem but that they would "document" my call. I was also told that if I made any repairs to my vehicle pertaining to this problem that I should keep my receipts. I am a single mother trying to raise 3 teenagers and do not have this kind of money to put into repairing a vehicle that isn't even worth the cost to repair it. Furthermore, chrysler knows about this problem and has not issued a recall to all pacifica owners to fix it. They are allowing their customers to drive a vehicle that is extremely unsafe. I am very upset because I have allowed my teenage son to drive my car not knowing that it is literally a ticking time bomb, the engine could have fallen out at any time. Now I am stuck with a car I cannot drive because I can't get inspected and it is a hazard to me and other cars on the road to drive. I have read many complaints on this site alone pertaining to this same problem, so I am not the only one and it is not just a handful of cars affected. It is time for chrysler to stand up and accept the blame for this and make it right for me and hundreds of others
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that when the vehicle was taken for a regular inspection, the technician noticed the undercarriage of the vehicle was rusted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the mechanic informed the contact that the vehicle was rusted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 118,000. Updated 10/18/16*lj updated 05/14/18*jb
Engine cradle is rusted out. Completely failed. Engine is near to falling out.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that when the vehicle was taken for a scheduled oil change, the technician noticed that the cradle and sub frame was severely rusted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for a second diagnosis where it was confirmed that the sub frame was fractured and rusted and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 52,000. Updated 03/08/16
Rust through of engine cradle at various spots on engine cradle. I'm the original owner. The car had 92,080 miles. Contacted chrysler/fca via email. Chrysler/fca says my pacifica does not fit the narrowly defined manufacture date of 02/28/2004 to 03/31/2004, even though chrysler form letter csc-10045080-7364 makes no mention of the narrowly defined manufacture date!. My pacifica was purchased on 1/26/2005 and therefore does not qualify for extended warranty coverage per chrysler customer assistance. My local fca dealer gave me an estimate of about $ 2600 to replace. This problem was noticed during a routine oil change recently. I reported this issue to chrysler back on october 2014 email case #3052329, reference number 25794408, and they state not covered,that my car was apparently built on august 2, 2004 per chrysler email response? Chrysler letter csc-10045080-7365 regarding the front engine cradle problem does not stipulate a specific 6 week period. Unable to get any assistance from chrysler/fca I continued to drive this unsafe car. Brought to mechanic for oil change, tire rotation, and general maintenance and was informed again that the engine cradle is rusting through and now the motor mounts. Car now has only 95,544 miles. Contacted them prior to expiration of warranty and pushed off and off.
Took my car in for brakes and mechanic sent me pictures of car frame rusted through I had to have the whole frame replaced because it was unsafe to drive . I don't have a printer so I can't print out pictures to send you
Rust through of engine cradle at various spots on engine cradle. I'm the original owner. The car has 80500 miles. Contacted fca via phone. Fca says my pacifica does not fit the narrowly defined manufacture date of 02/28/2004 to 03/31/2004. My pacifica was manufactured on08/2004 and therefore does not qualify for extended warranty coverage. My local fca dealer gave me an estimate of about $ 2600 to replace. This problem was noticed during a routine oil change recently. I am the only one who drives the car on a limited basis with no passengers.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. While driving at approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle vibrated violently. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the technician was not abe to inspect the vehicle; however, the technician stated that the cradle was rusted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 170,000.
I took my vehicle in for a routine oil change and I was informed that my subframe is completely rusted and the engine is on the verge of falling out the vehicle. Mechanic stated that this is a very common issue with this particular vehicle. The mechanic told me that the vehicle is no longer safe to drive and the cost of this repair will be upwards of $3000.
I went to get the 2005 chrystler pacifica inspected and was told by the mechanic that the bottom was rusted so badly that the engine would fall out, and further that the year make and model was under recall for the same problem, the bottom rusting out horribly. I called chrystler with the VIN # and was told this 1 wasn't part of the recall even though it was the same year and make of the recall. I owe 4,400$ on the car and now am told the repairs would exceed 5,000$. I financed it for 6,455$ at the start. I'm disabled and greatly in need of help, I don't know what to do I have made a slew of calls to no avail at this point and continue to make payments as I don't want to ruin my credit, please help me, I don't know what to do.
I'm one of the victim of the engine cradle rot, that occurs in the 2004 and 2005 pacifica. I found out about it when I jacked up the car to get under it, it was hidden. The failure of the cradle was 100%. It failed on the passenger's side of cradle and was rusted from front to back
My mechanic informed me that the engine cradle on my car is completely rotted out and is a serious issue which is a fatality hazard. He gave me a copy of chrysler "extended warranty period" written notice for this issue for pacifica model years 2004-2005. I called them and they stated that I'm not covered because my car was built in 8/04 and not between 3/04-4/04. The notice does not state that the cars need to be built in a particular month. Their statement makes no sense to me and I think they are lying. All of the signs of their notice is what I have have been experiencing for over a year, the "corrosion resulting in drivability vibration and/or shake." could you please help me I love my car but can't afford the repair cost and they need to stand by their awareness of the defect and written warranty coverge notice. The notice is labeled as "[xxx]". Thank you. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
My 2005 chrysler pacifica is completely rotted out underneath. When my mechanic saw the carriage of my car he warned me that I was driving a death trap. He said it is completely unsafe and I should not be driving it any longer.
The complete undercarriage is rusted out & falling off
Rust corrosion of the engine cradle.
Got word from my mechanic that the engine cradle is rotting and rusting and is a serious hazard to drive. He said it potentially could lead to the engine falling out of the vehicle.
Sub-frame engine cradle severely rusted . Same concern as documented in nbc news chicago tv investigation report. Discovered during dealer service.
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