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2017 Chrysler Pacifica airbags problems

12 complaints (1% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 27,500. 6 crashes reported.

owner complaints
12
of this car's complaints
1%
typical mileage
27,500
crashes
6
recalls
0

Which part fails

Owners did not name a specific part.

At what mileage

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Chrysler Pacifica airbags problems in other years

200420202026

Specific symptoms reported on the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica airbags

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

No deployment 7Airbag light 5

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2017 Chrysler Pacifica owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Dec 9, 2025 · Airbags, Seat belts · 165,000 miles · TX · crash · 2 injuries

The contact owned a 2017 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated that while the contact's husband was driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact's vehicle was involved in a crash. The contact stated that a nearby vehicle drove in front of the contact's vehicle and then suddenly applied the brakes. In addition, the contact vehicle rear-ended another vehicle. The contact stated that the rear passenger seat belt did not restrain. The contact stated that the waist strap did not restrain. The contact's son, who was seated in the rear passenger seat, was thrown forward. The contact's son did not receive medical attention; however sustained injuries to his neck, back, and right and left shoulders. In addition, the contact's son sustained severe pain in his lap area. The contact, who was seated in the front passenger's seat, later went to the local medical center. The contact sustained severe pain and bruises to both legs from the air bag deployment. The contact stated that the ongoing pain was so severe. The vehicle was taken to a local tow yard. The vehicle was condemned as a total loss. A Police report was filed. In addition, the contact referenced an unknown seat belt recall that was initiated a while ago. The dealer was contacted; however, the contact was informed at that time that the contact's VIN was not associated with the unknown recall. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 165,000.

Filed Nov 7, 2024 · Airbags, Electrical · TX

Problem 1. Service airbag light. We bought our brand new 2017 Pacifica the summer of 2017. Within a month, we took the van in to the dealership due to the service airbag light. They told us they couldn’t replicate the issue so they couldn’t fix the issue. The van has been having the same issue for the past 7 years, the service airbag light randomly popped on especially in the summer/winter when hitting a bumper or making a sharp turn. We took the van in numerous times but they couldn’t detect any issue or read any code due to it. Recently months, it has happened a lot more often, finally we are notified the issue was due to the faulty occupant restrain module which could cause the airbag not to deployed during an accident or to deploy during a normal driving. Problem 2. U0001 Can bus issue. The check engine light would randomly be on and gives a U0001 code. Sometimes it would affect the drivability of the car. The car stalled on us at a red light. The car couldn’t accelerate after pressing the brake and made loud noise when press the gas at a very busy traffic situation. The car’s rpm got stuck when driving. The mentioned above randomly happened numerous times in the past but more often during recently years. If you research on the website called Pacifica forum, you will see a lot of canbus issues with the 2017 Pacifica making this family van a hazard or death trap. My service airbag issue might or might not due to the can bus. After 7 years, thousands of dollars spent, so much runarounds from the dealership, we still don’t have an answer. Here’s the website I mentioned. [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Jul 5, 2023 · Airbags, Electrical · OH

Losing power like the vehicle is in limp mode. Flashes the “service lights” for multiple things including shifter, airbags, breaking system, etc. it has set the park break while in motion as well. When a computer is attached is brings up can c bus codes and implausible assisted driving codes. Also will not go into reverse when this is happening. Sometimes the shifter doesn’t work either.

Filed May 15, 2023 · Airbags · 54,215 miles · AL

The contact owns a 2017 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to a certified mechanic who was unable to determine the cause of failure. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 54,215.

Filed Sep 6, 2022 · Airbags, Electrical · FL

My sliding door came off the hinge and shatter my backwindow. The door was hesitating and would not close it stood stuck. When I pulled it the back window shattered. I have no warranty it's now an out of pocket expense. My airbag light is on when I took it to the dealership for a diagnostic they said I was missing a piece that I actually found and when I told them I found it they said it's damage and they can't do anything to help.

Filed Sep 2, 2019 · Airbags · 42,637 miles · PA

Air bag sensor light continued to come on and the dealership determined that the air bag sensor in the passenger seat was malfunctioning. The notification stated, "your vehicle's air bag warning light recently indicated the air bag system may not be working properly. The air bags in your vehicle might not inflate in a collision, or they could inflate without a collision if you do not get the required service. Have your vehicle checked at your dealership." the replacement would cost over $300. Our chrysler pacifica is just out of warranty as it is a 2017 with 43,000 miles on it, so this sensor issue would not be covered. This seems like a possible recall considering it happened in a vehicle only 2.5 years old.

Filed Apr 8, 2019 · Airbags, Engine · 35,000 miles · TX · crash

I was in a accident and the other driver was at fault. My passenger side got hit going 65 and the chevy truck ran into to us failing to slow down to there lane ending and hit my passenger side and the side of the van none of my side air bags went off and she was going full speed when hitting us. I was also seen in the hospital due to being pregnant.

Filed Jan 18, 2019 · Airbags, Suspension · 20,000 miles · FL · crash · 4 injuries

Suspension broke, while driving on I 75 in london ky; airbags never deployed; vehicle became uncontrollable! Can't seem to get any answers from chrysler?? ...*bf.. *tr ..*bf.

Filed Nov 3, 2018 · Airbags · 6,000 miles · MI · crash · 1 injury

I was involved in a injury causing accident in my 2017 chrysler pacifica. My van was struck on the driver side front quarter panel and sustained significant damage there. There was no front impact. My front airbag and side airbag did not deploy. I was in motion and so was the other vehicle which was a f150. I do not know the speed of the other vehicle but my speed was about 15.why wouldn't my airbag deploy?

Filed Oct 11, 2018 · Airbags · 27,500 miles · MI · crash · 1 injury

An accident to front right side of the car involved when a person turned left in front of us. Severe damage to vehicle. Passenger suffered eight fractured bones. The air bags did not deploy. Fractured sternum, four fractured ribs and three fractured bones in left foot. Vehicle in motion going through intersection at about 35 MPH. *dt

Questions about the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica airbags

Does the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica have airbags problems?

Owners have filed 12 complaints about the airbags of the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica, 1% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2017 Chrysler Pacifica airbags problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 27,500 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica airbags?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Chrysler Pacifica have bad airbags?

The Chrysler Pacifica model years with the most airbags complaints are 2023 (35 complaints), 2004 (25 complaints) and 2005 (18 complaints).

Other 2017 Chrysler Pacifica problems

Engine 538Transmission 474Electrical 397Steering 289Acceleration 90Brakes 87Fuel system 79Body 63Driver assistance 60Suspension 25Lights 13Seat belts 12Wheels 10Seats 9Visibility 9Locks 4Tires 1

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