Chrysler Pacifica tire blowout problems

Filed Jan 4, 2026 · Tires · UT · 1 injury

I noticed that my tire was getting flat at my aunt townhouse in nephi Utah. so I took it to the maverick gas station to get a better look at it and investigate the possibility of a leak in it put some air in it and then enough to make it rise and I leaned in close to listen to see if I can hear a leak and I could hear a sound, but I couldn’t locate it and right when I was about to give up and actually move my head away from my tire. My tire exploded, giving me a major concussion to the point where two ambulance services were called. The police were called. I ended up going to the ER that night because I could not remember how to spell my name what day it was and where I was at exactly aka the hospital.

Filed Dec 23, 2025 · Lights, Steering · TX

The vehicle is unsafe to operate and presents an immediate highway safety risk. Shortly after purchase, the vehicle experienced multiple safety-related failures. Headlights were inoperable from the time of delivery, requiring use of high beams at night to see the roadway. This created visibility and traffic safety issues from day one. Within the first month of ownership, the vehicle required towing. The vehicle is a hybrid and could not be shifted into neutral, yet it was dragged with the wheels locked during towing rather than transported on a flatbed. This caused damage to multiple systems. Following the tow, all four tires developed visible bulges consistent with being dragged while immobilized, creating a significant risk of tire blowout at highway speeds. Steering and alignment became unstable, with grinding noises and loss of predictable control. The hybrid underbody shielding was also damaged, leaving components exposed. These conditions have persisted despite repeated notice to the seller and service administrator. A repair facility has confirmed the vehicle is not safe for long-distance or highway travel. The vehicle must regularly be driven at interstate speeds, and continued operation poses a serious risk of crash or injury. The vehicle remains in service only due to lack of alternatives, despite known safety defects affecting steering, lighting, and tires.

Filed Sep 2, 2022 · Tires · 800 miles · OH

The contact owns a 2018 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated that six months after purchasing the vehicle, the vehicle experienced a tire blowout and upon looking for the spare tire kit, he became aware that there was no spare tire kit inside the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to a nearby gas station where the tire was replaced. The contact contacted an unknown dealer and inquired about the spare tire kit. The dealer attempted to order the part unsuccessfully and later informed the contact that the part had been discontinued. The contact stated that he had contacted several other dealers in the USA and Canada and was informed that the part was no longer available. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that they could not assist and that the federal safety agency could require them to install the spare tire kit inside the vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 800.

Filed Sep 20, 2020 · Wheels · 21,153 miles · FL

8/31/20-driving on our vacation from fl to pa on I-95, I had to exit the interstate in florence sc when the steering wheel began to vibrate; car wobbled at slow speed. The mechanic at the chrysler dealership said a belt had separated from the left front tire (mileage 21,153). 9/8/20-on my way home from pa, the left rear tire had to be replaced (again, belt separation) per the chrysler dealership in williamsburg (mileage 22,369). 9/13/20-on the way from va to daytona beach, the right rear tire went (mileage 23,153). The chrysler dealership in daytona bch did not carry the nexen tire, so I went to discount tire store and they replaced it with a different brand. According to info I found on the internet, chrysler used nexen n'prizrh7a tires on the 2017 pacifica. There are no warranties for tires; however, this could be a grave danger if you do a lot of highway driving. A blowout could be disastrous. Other drivers of the 2017 pacifica should know about this issue.

Filed Mar 6, 2020 · 1,800 miles · PA

After waiting at the chrysler dealer for 6 hours on 3/3/20, the service department was unable to complete the update of the radio software and thereby was unable to remedy the safety recall upload for the rear camera issue under ve2?the federal safety agency 19v‑886. The percentages of completion were 92% and 50%. Dealership said they have had problems with the update and in many cases the radio system and speakers were blown out during their attempt to update the software. As a result, the dealer said it may be better to avoid trying the update again, unless the problem of the recall occurs. This dealer position is due to their claim that the radio and speaker system could blow out and it would take several months for radio/speakers to be repaired. Also, the dealer explained in the event that the radio/speakers would blow out, the 8.4" screen would not show any information, such as relating to the GPS and/or the rear view when backing up. So, the update to remedy the recall had failed. Note: the repair dealer is reedman toll, which is different from the dealer where I purchased the van in maryland.

Filed Sep 24, 2019 · Brakes, Steering · 14,043 miles · OK · crash

My husband was driving my 2017 chrysler pacifica on 9/9/2019 around an s turn when suddenly the van lost its power steering. He could not control the vehicle that was traveling approximately 30 MPH. He couldn't break and the van hit a curb which caused the vehicle to blow out both driver side tires and rip the drivers front strut apart. In june of 2019 after receiving the notice of recall v53, I took my van to the dealership to fix that recall and any other recalls it may have. I waited approximately and 1 hour and 30 minutes while my vehicle was being fixed. I was told that all were completed and was handed the keys. Right after the accident I received an email about the recall. I called the dealership and they told me they didn't fix recall number v53. I contacted chrysler about the accident and they sent an investigator out to inspect the van. In return I received a letter from fca saying that they couldn't find any issues. I formally believe a malfunction happened at the time of the accident. Over the course of several months since owning the vehicle it had showed signs of an existing problem which we made complaints at the dealership and nothing was ever found. When you come to a stop or slow down to come to a stop/yield and accelerate the van would buck and or jerk as if it were to loose power and shut off. Something is wrong with the van whether it's related to recall v53 or an un-identified problem.

Filed May 17, 2019 · Electrical, Engine · 10,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 chrysler pacifica. While the vehicle was stopped on an incline, the engine shut off. As the contact attempted to release the brake pedal, the vehicle rolled backwards without warning. The contact also stated that the vehicle shut off in the middle of traffic. The vehicle was taken to chrysler jeep dodge city of mckinney (972‑569‑9650, located at 700 s central expy, mckinney, tx 75070) where no failures were found with the vehicle. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 10,000. The VIN was not provided. *tr *as consumer stated eliminating the standard spare tire to reduce weight in the vehicle has caused a safety issue as most tire problems cannot simply be fixed on the side of the road with a patch kit. Auto on/off system. Tire patch kit provided with vehicle instead of spare tire during emergencies/tire blow out/ flat, exceeding difficult to use especially for a family vehicle. Kit only works when damage to tire is in a specific place and accessible. 'parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).'

Filed Dec 10, 2018 · Tires · 200,570 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chrysler pacifica equipped with achilles desert hawk a/p tires, size: 235/65/r17 (na). While driving approximately 50-55 MPH, the rear passenger tire blew out. There was no injury. The tires were replacement tires. The contact stated that the sidewall was shredded and the tire was fractured into three separate pieces. Mr. Tire in bexley, ohio was contacted and arranged to replace the set of tires. The tire was replaced with the spare tire. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate vehicle failure mileage was 200,570. The approximate tire failure mileage was 24.

Filed Mar 28, 2016 · Body, Engine · 100,000 miles · CA

The engine mounts have broken, and been replaced, and broke again. The floorboard, has rusted through on the drivers side, and the frame is rusting out. The suspension is breaking and has now blow out 2 tires. The electrical panel /dash, doesn't work and causes other problems. I don't live by salt water and have been informed that this is not a new problem with this make/model. Gas fumes come up through the floorboard, and I have been dealing with this since I took it off of the dealership. I am a single mom of 3,and am not finding help from anyone. Can you please help me?

Filed Jul 8, 2015 · Electrical, Lights · IA

Purchased the car aug, 2014. Previous owner also had same issues. Has been in shop several times, unable to pinpoint cause/remedy situation. Seat controls do not work, remote keyfobs do not work, interior lights, head lamps, no electrical function present unless key is in ignition, in the "on" position. When shutting off the car, all lights on the dashboard light up and the only way to shut them off is to push on and then off the hazard lights. This will cause all electrical to go out, including the head lamps and all interior lights. If you do not turn them off by using the hazard lights, it will kill the battery. We have replaced the fuses in for the seats several times. They work for a bit and then blow out again. The mechanics have gone as far as to replace the wiring assembly and still no remedy. I don't know how there is not a recall on this vehicle.