2006 Chrysler Pacifica: ABS light or ABS activating

Filed Aug 5, 2020 · Body, Engine · 145,000 miles · MN

Bought car 2018 feb . No mention of whole under carriage rusted out - 2004-2008 chrysler forgot to spray for rust. When we go we bought it later in evening - was assured that car had been checked out and sound. We have done some repairs on other things - thermostat , radiator , tires ABS sensor issue but there was no mention of underside being rusted from front to back - two years and the engine is going to fall out and can no longer drive the car. This car was submerged in water somewhere before we received. This is the shorter version of this situation. Alignment is now way off , pulls to one side out of nowhere. Wearing on tires- just took it into heartland tire by house and told do not drive and that fixing it would be over 3500 or more.

Filed Dec 3, 2019 · Acceleration, Brakes · 155,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chrysler pacifica. While the vehicle was stopped with the brake pedal depressed, the speedometer displayed 20 MPH. Also, the vehicle experienced unintended acceleration and lurched forward. While braking on wet pavement, the ABS malfunctioned and caused the vehicle to slide. Also, a burning odor was present coming from the air vents and the fuel cap indicator remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to tom ahl chrysler (672 kings ave, lanmor, oh) to be diagnosed, but the cause of the failures could not be determined. The manufacturer was notified and did not assist. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 155,000.

Filed Sep 22, 2019 · Acceleration, Engine · VA

Year2006 make/modelchrysler pacifica mileageabout 99,000 driving for 13+ years; had been getting check engine and ABS signs on dashboard now and then for about 6 years; in humid days recurrences were more than in colds. Va inspection, both emission and safety, passed every year, last one being in july 2019, without any issue. Since late july ABS sign ceased to appear any more, and check engine light is appearing steadily. In diagnostics p0700, p0732 and p0720 codes were returned. Now a days, when I come to a stop/red light, on full brake, engine makes a jerk, and speedometer reading jumps from 0 to 20 MPH. Also, break pedal experiences a push-back, causing tendency to drive forward. Over 30 MPH gas pedal demands more compression, and engine motion roaring also surges, no rattling. What kind of risk I am carrying in driving the vehicle, what are my options, cost for remedy and is it worth to invest in fixing the problem(s)?

Filed Mar 24, 2016 · Brakes · 83,000 miles · KS

My ABS light comes on constantly whether I'm pressing the gas or applying the brakes. When I'm driving in town and try to stop, the brakes get real spongy. They start shaking and grinding and I'm not able to stop. I've had to use the emergency brake to avoid accidents. It happens almost daily. The car has under 100,000 miles.

Filed Jun 21, 2015 · Engine, Suspension · 102,000 miles · NJ

We have a 2006 chrysler pacifica that we purchased used in 2008 with 26k miles. In 2011 we started experience problems. Simultaneously, we came up with codes p0700, p0420 and p0456 and have had to have the transmission rebuilt , the catalyst converter replaced and new fuel pump due to the evap leak. In a matter of months, we spent $5,900 on repairs and in order for the car to pass inspection. We were still making payments on this car and after contacting chrysler repeatedly, we were told that they would not be responsible, so we were forced to make these repairs. After further research, we found that many pacificas had many of the same problems that we were experiencing and that chrysler refused to acknowledge the issues.we have had electrical problems with the power seats, bluetooth , side view mirrors. The electrical system shortens the life of the battery and we have had to replace the battery prematurely several times. Now we need an ABS sensor, and the car leaks in through the front window seals on both sides when it rains. We have just found out when we had the car in for a routine oil change, that our engine cradle(sub frame) is rusted and is a hazard to drive and will cost approximately $2,500 to replace! We just made our last payment on this car as we found this information out. We have also found out that many pacificas have this rusting problem and chrysler did acknowledge this for 2004 & 2005 models but not after. We are aware that there is a class action suit and want to be sure that the ntsa is aware of this. This is a family car and there may be many unsuspecting pacifica owners and their families out there who are at risk of injury or possibly loss of life. We feel that chrysler needs to warn all owners and implore them to have them bring their pacificas to the dealership free of charge to have it inspected and repaired for this hazardous issue.

Filed Mar 11, 2015 · Electrical, Engine · 98,000 miles · FL

First began 11/2013 when headed out after picking up my daughter, slowed to enter left turn lane (on major busy intersection at night!) and entire car simply died - fried the battery (it was only a yr old & the second time I had replaced it since I purchased it two yrs prior from original owner) nearly was hit by several cars before tow truck arrived (so dead couldn't even be shifted into neutral!) after multiple opinions by several mechanics had to face the fact that issue w/rods caused metal pieces to infiltrate oil (all oil changes on time, previous before incident 6 week prior) causing all engine bears to go. Luckily, was able to work out a fairly decent deal to the tune of $1200, only to be faced w/multiple additional needed repairs thereafter and over a year later, I'm still trying to get to the bottom of why engine totally stalls when coming to a complete stop if my A/C is on - check engine light has been on since I purchased it & still won't stay off despite multiple re-sets & computer checks, as is ABS light (again, checked multiple times & since no issue I have left it as is) now battery light also comes on intermittently. All codes come back fine, and hoses & seals all fine.... As of two days ago, seems I'm now looking at engine cradle issue as well! Nearly $3000 in (just counting these latest issues!) after replacing battery for a third time & tire replacement (all 4) twice within a year, in addition to breaks & rotors for 2nd time in 2 years ...seems to be a common problem w/these vehicles and yet my VIN # isn't included in the recall...shame on you chrysler....I am a single mother, who has had all regular maintenance and upkeep & cannot afford to continue to throw $ into this issue, and am afraid every time my kids are in the car that the stalling issues will cause a horrible accident!

Filed Oct 17, 2014 · Brakes, Steering · 165,000 miles · AL

The ABS system is malfunctioning. I have had new rotors, new calipers and new pads put on the car. The ABS light continues to go on & off. When braking it intermittently fails to brake appropriately. It either brakes with the brake pedal not catching properly or it doesn't brake at the correct time. It is slow to respond to pressure on the brake pedal. Last week the power steering stopped working when I braked and was trying to turn left onto another road. It started working again after about 10-15 seconds.

Filed Aug 1, 2014 · Electrical · 40,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while driving 25 MPH, a chime sounded as the ABS and the brake warning lights illuminated. In addition, the vehicle stalled and all of the warning and exterior lights illuminated intermittently. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 40,000.

Filed Jun 26, 2014 · Airbags, Electrical · 43,000 miles · AZ

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled and would not start. The failure was recurring. The battery was replaced over six times but to no avail. The dealer was not able to diagnose the failure. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer, who diagnosed and replaced the computer and the engine. Additionally, the contact stated that the air bag sensor, ABS brake sensor and the service engine sensor illuminated after the vehicle was repaired. The contact had experienced multiple electrical failures and the air bag warning light was illuminated. The dealer was not able to replicate or diagnose the failure. The dealer advised the contact to remove all keys from the key ring except for the fob and keys. The dealer also replaced the ignition switch. The air bag sensor continued to illuminate and the local authorized dealer was notified several times of the failure, who advised the contact that the air bags would not deploy in the event of a crash. The vehicle was not repaired for the air bag sensor. The manufacturer was notified of failure. The approximate failure mileage was 43,000.

Filed Jun 18, 2014 · Brakes · 116,000 miles · IL

The ABS braking system seems to have a mind of its own and from time to time the brake pedal will go almost all the way to the floor and you can hear the ABS system doing something, but it barely stops the car in time. This has happened on a couple of occasions. You just never know. We are fearful of what could happen in the future.

Filed May 18, 2014 · Driver assistance, Transmission · TX

I own a 2006 chrysler pacific. While traveling 35 MPH the ABS lights, and brake lights illuminated, followed by a chime noise that sounded through out the vehicle.then a ticking noise prior to the vehicle loosing all electrical power, this happens everyday! This a very dangerous situation and when this happens I have to sit and wait for awhile, once for more than 30 min then car cuts back on and works fine until the ABS lights, come on and the engine light followed by the chimes and the ticking the car cuts off again. Can not get a mechanic to fix it they have told me that there is no way to fix it that chrysler knows about the recall and refuses to do anything about it. I have had the battery replaced. Problem #2 is the mounts that hold the motor are corroded and rusted. I was told that this is another defect and there have been instances where the motor just falls out. Two mounts have been replaced but I still hear the knocking and a pulling sensation sometimes. First incident was in january the past two months it happens everyday at least once a day where the car just cuts off.

Filed May 12, 2014 · Electrical · 74,903 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns 2006 chrysler pacific. The contact stated that while traveling 25 MPH the ABS lights and brake lights illuminated, followed by a chime that sounded through out the vehicle. Additionally, there was a brief stall followed by the vehicle loosing electrical power. The battery was replaced however, the failure recurred four times. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 74,903 and the current mileage 75,139.