Complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | vs. typical* | Recalls | Top problem | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 11 | −33% | 5 | Electrical | Average |
| 2025 | 30 | −47% | 9 | Airbag | Good |
| 2024 | 47 | −47% | 11 | Electrical | Good |
| 2023 | 155 | typical | 14 | Engine | Average |
| 2022 | 217 | typical | 10 | Transmission | Average |
| 2021 | 375 | 1.9× | 7 | Electrical | Caution |
| 2020 | 171 | −39% | 5 | Electrical | Average |
| 2019 | 316 | −23% | 7 | Electrical | Average |
| 2018 | 889 | 2.1× | 12 | Engine | Avoid |
| 2017 | 1,537 | 3.3× | 11 | Engine | Avoid |
| 2008 | 102 | −83% | — | Engine | Good |
| 2007 | 380 | −40% | — | Engine | Average |
| 2006 | 726 | typical | 1 | Engine | Average |
| 2005 | 1,244 | 1.6× | 2 | Engine | Caution |
| 2004 | 896 | typical | 2 | Body | Average |
* Complaints compared with the median Pacifica year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
Most common Chrysler Pacifica problems
Latest Chrysler Pacifica recalls
Electronic stability control (ESC)
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Chrysler Voyager, Chrysler Pacifica, and 2026 Chrysler Voyager Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. The brake pedal position sensor capacitor may be cracked, which can cause a loss of electronic stability control.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace brake pedal position sensor, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 17, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Back over prevention › Sensing system › Camera
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Compass, Jeep Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer L, Ram Promaster, Ram Promaster EV, Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid, Chrysler Voyager, and 2026-2027 Chrysler…
Remedy: Radio software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 2, 2026.
Electrical system › Propulsion system › Traction battery
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. The battery pack may cause a vehicle fire, even when the vehicle is parked with the ignition in the "Off" position.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to charge their vehicles, and to park outside and away from structures, until their vehicle is repaired. Dealers will update the high voltage battery pack control module software.
Air bags › Frontal
Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain 2023-2026 Chrysler Pacifica and Voyager vehicles. The spring inside the front seat harness connector may contact electrical terminals.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the spring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 16, 2026. Owners may contact Braun's customer service at 1-800-488-0359.
Back over prevention › Sensing system › Camera
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019 and 2023 Chrysler Pacifica, 2024 Ram 1500, Ram 2500, and 2024-2025 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. Contamination in the central vision processing module or improper programming may cause the rearview camera image not to display.
Remedy: Dealers will update the central vision processing module software or replace the module, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed beginning July 16, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
What years of the Chrysler Pacifica should you avoid?
2017, 2018, 2021 and 2005 — these years have the most complaints relative to other Pacifica years at the same age, led by engine & cooling problems in the 2017.
What is the best year for the Chrysler Pacifica?
2024 has the fewest complaints compared with other Pacifica years at the same age, followed by 2025 and 2020. Newer years can look better simply because fewer complaints have come in yet, so we compare like with like.
What are the most common Chrysler Pacifica problems?
Across all years, owners report the most problems with the engine & cooling (2,435), electrical system (1,466) and transmission & drivetrain (1,443). Engine complaints peak in the 2017 model year.
How many recalls has the Chrysler Pacifica had?
43 recalls across 2004–2026. The model year with the most is 2023. See all Chrysler Pacifica recalls by year.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.