2006 Chrysler Pacifica: ball joint or control arm failure

Filed Feb 2, 2020 · Suspension · 145,000 miles · AZ

When moving from the humid east to the desert west all control arm bushings and motor mounts dried up and cracked causing over the course of a few week tractions problems made worse when getting new tires and after fishtailing in the rain I brought it to a mechanic that found that all rubber components had dried up. I ended up having to change all control arms and motor mounts which where all cracked and broken.

Filed Mar 7, 2019 · Body, Suspension · 138,000 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the control arm and vehicle frame were corroded. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was towed to huntington jeep chrysler dodge ram (1220 e jericho turnpike, huntington, ny 11743, (631) 629-6920) where the corrosion was confirmed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and did not assist. The failure mileage was 138,000.

Filed Nov 21, 2016 · Engine, Suspension · 130,000 miles · MI

I have owned this 2006 chrysler pacifica fwd touring model since brand new. We live in michigan so of course there are winter issues associated with cars in general. However, this vehicle is in great condition garage kept all of its life unless driving, no surface rust,etc etc. Basically a great car. I went to get the oil changed and the technician told me by the way there is a big rut hole in the sub frame and you might want to have that looked at. He also stated it looks strange because the rest of the car is in such great shape. I had new struts and tie rod installed about 2 years ago so I took it in there to have it looked at next. I was then told this is amazing, but we have seen this before on these chrysler pacificas! (red flag). They told me to check with the dealer because there is probably a recall on it. I then called the dealer to make an appointment to have it looked at. The service tech told me he knows what I am talking about and took my VIN number over the phone. After a few minutes he told me there was an extended warranty for this case and unfortunately it did not cover my VIN. Then he suggested I call chrysler customer service to complain and see where it gets me. (nice). After speaking with chrysler and told them the story and how it basically renders my car unsafe to drive she explained to me that there was a warranty for a 6 week period in 2004 and I did not qualify. I have read numerous articles on the internet now about this problem and possible class action lawsuits. Needless to say, I drive around with children in the car and this thing is a time bomb and chrysler needs to admit there is a problem and warn all current owners before someone gets injured or killed!

Filed Mar 15, 2016 · Suspension · 145,000 miles · IN

Driving with kids front of vehicle kept feeling as if the whole front end was about yo fall off. Mechanic sd probably tie rod ends and motor mount. Took to mechanic when they lifted the car my whole engine cradle was severly rusted, seperated and was told lucky engine didnt fall through while driving. I can not safely drive car and to repair is thousands of dollars! Bought at a dealership aug 2012 they will not help with repairs either. I still owe on my car and it could be life threatning to drive this car. Very upset but thankful me and the kids did not get hurt. The mechanics were in shock when they saw the rusted out engine cradle!

Filed Feb 25, 2015 · Body, Steering · 102,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chrysler pacifica. While undergoing routine maintenance, the independent mechanic discovered that the entire subframe was rusted and needed replacing. Also, the technician diagnosed that the tie rod was defective. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 102,000. The VIN was not available.

Filed Sep 17, 2014 · Body, Suspension · 147,000 miles · NY

Front sub frame rotted out by lower control arms called chrysler hq they will not cover unless it becomes a recall.

Filed Jul 22, 2014 · Acceleration, Body · 101,000 miles · NC

Motor mounts replaced, tie rods replaced, control arms replaced all done in the last month !! Why doesn't chrysler have a recall out on this issues since it's known for it! Oh did I mention the gas pedal gets stuck all the time! Other thing is my check engine light keeps coming on and off...it's been diagnosed as the fuel pump....really at this point I'm tired of putting money into the car.

Filed Jul 21, 2014 · Engine, Suspension · 119,000 miles · WI

I took my 2006 pacifica in to a dealer on 7/18/2014 to have a noise coming from the front end inspected. The dealer told me that the tie rod bushings had failed for a second time in about a year. Then he told me that part of the problem was that the sub frame was rusting and cracking to the point that the engine and transmission could fall out. I found out that chrysler had a recall for 2004 and 2005 pacificas with the same issue but would not cover it for any other years. The fact that they know they had a problem coupled with the number of issues that I have seen online, I don't understand why they wouldn't cover this failure on all model years. Why hasn't this been recalled? This will be the last chrysler that I will ever buy.

Filed May 7, 2014 · Body, Steering · 100,000 miles · PA

On march 20th 2012 I was driving home from work when the driver side strut mount broke, slightly allowing the strut to damage my hood and break my inner tie rod end. I immediately parked the vehicle called aaa and had it towed to my house. On march 23 I purchased a new strut mount and on the 24th replaced the broken one with the new one. Unfortunately I did the work myself and didn't notice my inner tie rod broke. Which LED to my vehicle needing to be checked by my mechanic about 8 months later when my outer tie rod end gave way damaging in the process the wheel bearings and the driver side axle. I had everything fixed and ran into no more problems until july 17th 2013 when my front end alignment started to slip and a noticeable knocking noise started coming from my front end. I immediately set up an appointment to have my vehicle serviced at kelly chrysler dealership in lehigh valley and they were able to get me in a week later. It took them roughly a week to fix my car. But they replaced my upper engine mount, front lower engine mount, l/f inner outer tie rod ends and removed a damaged exhaust shield. But they still couldn't' tell me why my alignment was off and what the knocking noise was. Towards the end of august my passenger side strut mount broke and I had it replaced right away. Then again in november this time completely ripping through the hood. Then again in february, march and now today 5/7/2014 I noticed the passenger side strut mount is on the verge of breaking again. After speaking to a couple of pacifica owners in my area I have come to find out these problems are common along with engine shut offs and check engine lights being on for no reason. Its apparent that the 3/8th inch thick plate that the struts sit on are not adequate enough to handle the weight of the vehicles along with the constant jerking motion off the car from the sticky gas peddle.

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 Aug 19, 2013 · Suspension · 117,000 miles · TX

While driving about 40mph I noticed that my car felt as if it had a flat tire. Pulled over to the side of the road and nothing seemed amiss. Get home and look under the vehicle and notice that on the driver's side rear the lower control arm is split in half. There doesn't seem to be any other damage.

Filed Mar 11, 2013 · Steering, Wheels · 22,000 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that while having maintenance done on the vehicle, the technician advised that the front passenger and driver side tie rod did not have any grease fittings. As a result, both tie rods needed to be replaced. In addition, the contact mentioned that all four wheels were corroded causing air to escape. The vehicle was taken to the an independent mechanic. The technician decided to use a power brush to clean the wheel and applied a rubber sealant. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The failure and current mileage was 22,000. *tr updated 5/9/13 *cn the right and left outer tie rods were replaced.