2006 Chrysler Pacifica: loss of power steering

Filed Nov 3, 2015 · Steering · 134,000 miles · GA

Battery light came on, steering started to lock up, then battery light when off. This happened when driving my children to school on highway speed limit was 35 MPH, I got to school,turned into parking lot,school entrance, battery light came on lost steering completely. Thank goodness no cars or children were in the parking lot. I did not hit anything.thankfully.

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 Mar 23, 2014 · Steering · 54,592 miles · MI

The right front wheel completely disconnected from the tie rods so there was completely no steering. I was turning from a main road to a side road going approximately 15 MPH. I am including a repair bill from a chrysler-jeep dealer and I feel this incident was a factory defect with the vehicle at this low mileage to come apart. I therefore would appreciate to refund my expenses $1,279.90 plus $45 towing expense. Updated 3/31/14

Filed Jul 29, 2013 · Body, Engine · 107,000 miles · KS · crash

The vehicle was purchased june 11, 2013 and had the rear passenger tire replaced due to unfix-able flat tire. The dealer had me take vehicle to peerless tires co. The tire was replaced with wrong size and different brand of tire. Traveling during thunderstorm approximately 3,5 weeks after purchasing vehicle; the computer appeared to lock when vehicle slipped on pavement as awd attempted to engage causing loss of steering and power then skidded off the road. I made claim through my insurance and had vehicle inspected by local shop, and I had my mechanic look to see if damage to vehicle was noticeable was not handling correctly after accident. When accelerates or decelerates the vehicle will lunge forward. Took vehicle to peerless tire co. After mechanic pointed out the wrong size and model of tire on rear passenger side of vehicle. After accepting fault wanted to take vehicle to [xxx] paint and body to pay for the repairs. When the estimate was being done and vehicle was on lift...[xxx] and mechanic pointed out the whole motor carriage had completely rusted out and corroded. They had not seen anything like it. Took vehicle back to dealer and explained this issue. Had to go ahead with insurance claim and wait for adjustors to determine fault of accident.the vehicle is totally unsafe to drive, feels like the engine is tipping forward when accelerating or decelerating. After researching this issue im shocked and appalled that 2 previous model years have same issues which are not being addressed for the 2006. I don't want this vehicle repaired I want out from under it, since it was sold unsafe and is a recurring problem even after having motor mounts replaced and undercarriage treated or replaced. I expect more from mopar period. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Jan 26, 2012 · Brakes, Fuel system · 69,000 miles · FL

About 5 months ago my car would not stop completely when braking. I would let off brakes and reapply & it still did not stop promptly. Abs light came on & engine light came on. I took it to chrysler repair center in delray beach florida. They said my nvl pump & ABS sensor needed replaced. They also said if I do not replace the nvl pump my car will begin to stall. The car began stalling about 3-4 weeks later. It happened about 4-6 times at low speeds or when the car was at idol. I had the pump replaced by another mechanic a few weeks later. The car kept stalling after the part was replaced. Then the car started completely lock up & turn off right in the middle of driving. I have no power, no steering...nothing. I can't believe I haven't been in an accident yet! I took it back in to 3 different mechanics for an inspection & diagnostic. All three mechanics say now I have o2 sensors & mounts that are bad. They all say that everything else is fine.they all 3 say the mounts & o2 sensors doesn't explain why the car stalls & locks up/turns off while driving. My last mechanic ran a recall search for my car & found a recall for my make & model that completely explains my problem. However when I called chrysler back in the middle of january they said my VIN # does not qualify?!?!? I called chrysler home office to see if there was some kind of error as to why my car is not eligible for the recall & they haven't called back. How can chrysler not honor this defect in my car when it honors it in others. It is dangerous. I have 2 children that I drive around. I need my car to be safe. I have researched that many other people with my car have the same exact problems. Chrysler obviously is aware of the problem but will not deal with it. This should be illegal! Please can someone help me?

Filed May 3, 2010 · Steering · 53,922 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chrysler pacifica. While driving at speeds of 25 MPH in inclement weather, the vehicle lost power steering capabilities. The dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The current and failure mileages were 53,922.

Filed Oct 19, 2006 · Engine · MD

While making a slow left-hand turn into a shopping center, my 2006 pacifica touring awd stalled without a warning of any kind. I was not able to steer (no power steering). I had to coast out of the lane to the curb. I was then able to restart it without an incident. I was fortunate that this did not happen on the main road. My pacifica was bought new in february '06 and has approx 9300 miles. I had about 3/4 tank of gas at the time. There have been zero problems with this car until now. I take it to the dealership tomorrow, but I fear that they won't be able to 'duplicate' the problem.

Filed Oct 5, 2006 · Electrical · 7,300 miles · NJ

Twice, in 6 days, the pacifica has stalled while driving. The first time my wife was driving 25-30 MPH and was turning on the radio, and the second time I was driving about 30 MPH and turning on the heat. Both times the engine completed cut off and left us with no power steering or brakes. It is a safety hazard for my family. The dealer had the car and stated there was no found problem. The second time it happened the dealer took the car and again claims there is nothing wrong with the car. They still have the car and no solution.

Filed Jun 12, 2006 · Engine, Fuel system · 31,857 miles · VA

Chrysler pacifica 2005 all wheel drive, while turning a corner and hitting a slight dip the car cut completely off. Lost steering and all I could do to avoid hitting another car in the side.