2006 Chrysler Pacifica: engine failure

Filed Jan 15, 2021 · Engine · 140,000 miles · MI

I bought this vehicle under the impression it needed a motor mount to find out that the sub frame is rotten to the point it's a safety issue to drive. The rest of the details may not be of interest to you but I am the surviving spouse of a deceased veteran and mother of his two children. I've been struggling to recuperate since their father's death and heaven unable to do to the pandemic that's what I was about to my daily drivers engine seized and I exhausted all my resources buying this vehicle that is now deemed unsafe any help you can give me would be greatly appreciated

Filed Oct 15, 2019 · Electrical, Fuel system · 134,000 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chrysler pacifica. While driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled and shut off without warning. The contact also stated that the gauges on the vehicle moved up and down independently while the engine seized. The electrical system also operated independently by displaying inaccurate readings. The contact associated the failure with the federal safety agency campaign number: 06v432000 (power train). The manufacturer and ginn chrysler jeep dodge (5190 us-278, covington, ga 30014, 770‑679‑2202) were notified and stated that the vehicle was not included in a recall. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was 134,000. *dt the consumer stated the fuel pump and fuel sender unit failed.

Filed Sep 20, 2019 · Engine · 103,000 miles · IN

I always got my pacifica checked and the oil changed on a regular basis at the same dealership. The last time I got an oil change, they asked me to come out to look at the undercarriage of my vehicle. They showed me where my "engine cradle" was so rusted, the engine was ready to fall out. I was mortified, because I drive on the interstate every day. Chrysler quoted me a price of $4000. I did not have that kind of money. They determined the car as unsafe to drive. I went home and looked on the internet and found that there were thousands of people like me with the same complaint. Chrysler knew of this engine cradle rust problem and did nothing about it. I called the corporate office of chrysler, and all I got was the run around. This was very dangerous, my engine could have fallen out on the highway. I'm a senior citizen and don't have $4000 for a new engine cradle. Chrysler should have been made to recall all the cars with this rusted cradle. Very danderous, and chrysler has done nothing to compensate the owners of these vehicles. This is a very serious safety hazzard that is life threatening. My vehicle is very well kept, and looks like new. I was the only driver.

Filed Aug 13, 2019 · Engine, Transmission · 107,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chrysler pacifica. While driving 65 MPH, the contact experienced sudden engine failure without warning. The vehicle was towed to the contact's home. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and was informed that she should have the vehicle towed to a chrysler dealer. Fred martin superstore (3195 barber rd, barberton, oh 44203, (330) 753-4444) diagnosed that the engine rod bearing was defective. The contact associated the failure with the federal safety agency campaign number: 06v432000 (power train). The contact called the manufacturer back and was informed that the remedy for the recall had already been performed on the vehicle. They also informed the contact that because they found no defect with the vehicle, the recall repair was never performed. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 107,000.

Filed Jan 19, 2019 · Body, Engine · 136,000 miles · NY

I have been told that my engine cradle is rusted beyond repair and will need replacing. Chrysler recalled 2004-2005 in rust belt areas to replace engine cradle. This issue affects 2004-2008 which my car is a part of. This rust issue could cause the motor to fall out from the engine cradle and cause serious safety risk

Filed Aug 22, 2016 · 84,201 miles · PA

When taking my car for a routine oil change, the technician advised me that my car would not pass inspection due to severe rusting of the engine cradle. After searching the web, I found that this has been a problem with this model and that chrysler refuses to address this problem but for a very narrow manufacturing window. How long is an engine cradle supposed to last if properly coated? I also saw that there is a class action suit regarding this problem. Are others in the same situation getting any satisfaction from this action? I spent $3,600 to replace the engine cradle without any help from chrysler. If this is a wide-spread and dangerous problem, why are they just ignoring it? Unfortunately, I don't have any photos of the rotted out cradle.

Filed Aug 17, 2015 · Body · 133,500 miles · NY

My regular automobile service company recently completed a repair and replacement of the front brake components on my 2006 chrysler pacifica. Upon routine inspection of the vehicle's undercarriage, they identified severe corrosion of the "engine cradle". They advised that engine cradle was in very poor condition and that failure was likely in the near future causing the engine to drop out of the vehicle. I immediately contacted the chrysler/dodge dealership where I purchased the car. They told me that they were aware of a problem with the engine cradles in that model year pacifica, but that there currently was no recall to correct the problem. I was quoted $3,000.00 to replace the engine cradle, which I can not afford. My complaint is that if this is a safety issue, why is there no recall or any other apparent effort to correct the problem? The vehicle is in otherwise good shape and runs well, but I am afraid of driving it, concerned that my family or I could be seriously injured. Can you assist me?

Filed Aug 4, 2013 · Engine, Steering · 112,138 miles · KS

After starting the vehicle and engaging the transmission into reverse the vehicle engine failed. I then turned off the ignition and returned the vehicle to the park position. At this point I decided to try it again, only this time without the AC and stereo on. The vehicle started right up just fine and I let it idle for about 1-1.5 minutes to let the idle stabilize. (it was not real stable). I then put the transmission back into reverse and backed up maybe 2 ft and the engine failed again.(now I am in the road) I repeated my second attempt and let it idle 2-3 minutes, put it into reverse and it was shaky but stayed running and it drove fine after for several days. About a week later my wife told me that this problem had happen to her 2-3 times over a couple days time. I have had it happen 2 additional times and today I was having to put the vehicle into neutral when stopped or idling to keep the engine running for a short 20 mile drive home from work. I have read many forums as we consumers seem to be doing much more of, and this is not a new problem. It needs to be fixed. Budget cuts,sequestration and furloughs are making things very tight for a lot of us out here and we depend on good quality transportation to get to the jobs we thankfully still have so that we can do our part to contribute the economic recovery of this great nation. Do the right thing chrysler!

Filed Apr 22, 2013 · Engine, Transmission · 92,000 miles · FL

After starting the vehicle and placing into reverse the vehicle immediately stalls. Stalling has also occured while driving. In addition to this problem I have replaced the engine motor mounts 3 times.

Filed Mar 30, 2012 · Electrical, Engine · IL

Obtained car brand new in 2006, yr later had to replace engine, was said they gave us a new one, prior to that we had sunroof issue that still persist to this day 6years later... Electrical off. One minute you have gas and next minute literally fuel light is on..fast forward a tad 2007 stalling problems,...fast forward even more 30,000miles later.... Stalling allllllllot,especially while I'm driving with my kids. Making a u-turn and just simply parking into a space no go.. Gas cap light is on, check engine light on.... Currently vehicle is at dealership which was charging us $2,632.00 to fix problems, besides overcharging ridiculously, chrysler offered to pay most of bill after doing research and realizing we were getting ripped off, a two day job is now turned into 1week, no vehicle, no loaner.. 6yrs. Later failed emissions test is what prompted me to take it to a dealership...now I cannot pass an emissions test nor register my vehicle @ end month>( today). Would like to trade, however they low balled me & said $4,000.they cannot get car to reset, and still could not find out why it is stalling. After letting dealership know I have an open case seems like they are singing a different tune...still no car/ no fix...

Filed Nov 18, 2011 · Engine, Transmission · 80,000 miles · DE

While driving my pacifica at 60 MPH the vehicle suddenly jerked and the check engine light came on and the engine was revving high so I slowed down and it was tacking at 6000 RPM while only going 40 MPH. I stopped and turned the engine off. When I restarted it shifted normally. A few days later it did it again. Then it did it twice in one day. I took it to chrysler and they said there was internal damage and they wanted $1000 just to drop the transmission before they fixed anything.this occurred when the vehicle had 80000 miles on it. When it only had 36000 miles the engine threw a rod and I had to spend $3000 for a new engine. I've since learned that pacifica's burn a quart of oil about every 1000 miles. I would have checked the oil more often had I known this. I traded it in rather then replace the transmission. But not on a chrysler.

Filed Jul 1, 2011 · Engine · 80,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that a clicking noise was coming from the top of the engine. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the contact was advised to replace the engines lifters. The vehicle was not repaired. Neither the dealer, nor the manufacturer were notified. The failure mileage was 80,000 and the current mileage was 80,200. The VIN was unavailable.