Most common 2005 Chrysler Pacifica problems
Share of the 1,244 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Chrysler Pacifica complaints by model year
Best Pacifica years: 2024, 2025, 2020. Years to avoid: 2017, 2018, 2021, 2005. Compare all years →
2005 Chrysler Pacifica recalls (2)
Power train › Automatic transmission › Control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)
On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel pump module and the power train control module (PCM) software May allow the engine to stall under certain operating conditions.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the power train control module. The fuel pump module will also be replaced on vehicles built from August 1, 2004 through September 30, 2004. The recall began on November 21, 2006.
Exterior lighting › Headlights
Certain sport utility vehicles equipped with halogen headlamps May experience an intermittent and eventual total loss of headlamp function.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect, and replace if necessary, the wiring harness and low beam bulb on both headlamp assemblies free of charge. The recall began on March 28, 2005. Owners May contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into 5 possible defects involving the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica:
Engine stalling
On February 27, 2006 rq06-002 was opened in response to 60 complaints of engine stall, mostly during left-hand turns, in model year (my) 2004 to 2006 Chrysler pacifica vehicles that were outside the scope of recall 04v-113.in March 2004, daimlerchrysler initiated recall 04v-113 on 34,561 my 2004 pacifica vehicles to correct a condition that could result in engine stall while making a left-hand turn after a…
Fuel tank punctures
On February 22, 2006, odi opened pe06-009 to investigate reports that the fuel tanks on model year (my) 2004 to 2005 Chrysler pacifica vehicles May be punctured by contact with road debris.the number of reports submitted by Chrysler was significantly higher than those submitted by other manufacturers who were requested to submit data as part of investigation pe05-050 into my 2003 to 2006 Nissan murano vehicles that…
Engine stalling
In a November 8, 2006 letter, daimlerchrysler corporation (dcc) submitted a defect information report to NHTSA concerning two separate defect conditions that could result in engine stall while driving in model year (my) 2005-2006 Chrysler pacifica vehicles (NHTSA recall no.
Fuel tank punctures
Ea06-010 was opened based on information gathered in preliminary evaluation pe06-009.pe06-009 was opened based on information obtained in a peer information request as part of a preliminary evaluation (pe05-050) of fuel tank puncture in model year (my) 2003 through 2006 Nissan murano vehicles.in January 2006, Nissan submitted a defect information report to odi that identified a defect in the fuel tank shielding in…
Fleet Vehicle Recall Completion Audit
On November 18, 2010, NHTSA's Recall Management Division (RMD) opened an audit query (AQ10-001) to investigate recall remedy completion by rental car companies on safety recall campaigns.It was expected to provide the agency an indication of how completely and how quickly rental car fleets perform necessary recall-related remedies on the vehicles owned and then rented/leased for use on the roadways.RMD queried three…
What 2005 Chrysler Pacifica owners say
Engine & cooling all 434 →
The contact owns a 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle stalled and lost motive power in the middle of the road. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure reoccurred consistently. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V284000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the VIN was not included. The approximate failure mileage was 195,000.
2005 Chrysler Pacifica was purchased from a friend's grandfather who kept the car garaged the car is literally like new inside and out the under carriage looks like new no rust I was impressed but had a rattling in the front end I figured it was a strut took it in to have struts and all front end parts replaced to my surprise I get a call from the shop engine cradle and it bushings rusted out tried buying a replacement unavailable after doing some digging it's a common problem among the Pacifica I'm afraid to drive it was told when it completely fails it's going to be catastrophic incident. …
Body & structure all 413 →
The contact owns a 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic and was informed that the sub-frame was corroded. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 166,544.
Took our 2005 Chrysler Pacifica in for oil change and they informed us that the engine cradle is rotting out and that our engine could fall out and that would result in a bad accident. We called Chrysler and they would do nothing!!! We found out that many other people who own this same car had the same problem on the internet because the Chrysler manufacturer of this car did not coat the frame correctly when it was built. This was chryslers mistake when this car was made and it is no fault of the owners that purchased these cars to have this terrible costly and dangerous problem. This should be under a recall but it is "not" and now it will cost us $3000.00 to have it repaired to make our car safe. We are the original owners of this car and it has always been keep in a garage. There is only 4800 miles on this car and this should never have happened. …
Suspension all 187 →
ENGINE CRADLE RUSTED OUT! Safety risk. Had replaced. NEVER TOLD BY CHRYSLER THAT IT WOULD RUST OUT. NOW THE STEERING WHEEL WON'T MOVE! Power steering fluid full. CANNOT DRIVE IT. I'M A 72YO WOMAN WITH CANCER, NO FAMILY, CANNOT AFFORD EXPENSIVE REPAIRS. I NEED MY CAR REPAIRED.
Took our 2005 Chrysler Pacifica in for oil change and they informed us that the engine cradle is rotting out and that our engine could fall out and that would result in a bad accident. We called Chrysler and they would do nothing!!! We found out that many other people who own this same car had the same problem on the internet because the Chrysler manufacturer of this car did not coat the frame correctly when it was built. This was chryslers mistake when this car was made and it is no fault of the owners that purchased these cars to have this terrible costly and dangerous problem. This should be under a recall but it is "not" and now it will cost us $3000.00 to have it repaired to make our car safe. We are the original owners of this car and it has always been keep in a garage. There is only 4800 miles on this car and this should never have happened. …
2005 Chrysler Pacifica engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.8L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 16 / 23 / 18 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 15 / 21 / 17 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 4WD/AWD | 15 / 20 / 17 |
EPA ratings. Class: SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica a good car?
Based on 1,244 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2005 Pacifica rates use caution: 1.6× as many complaints as a typical year of the Pacifica at the same age. It is one of the Pacifica years we suggest avoiding. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica?
The engine & cooling — 434 complaints, 35% of all complaints for this model year, most often about engine. Next are the body & structure (413) and suspension (187).
How many recalls does the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica have?
There are 2 recalls for the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica, the most recent from November 9, 2006 (control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Chrysler Pacifica?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2024, 2025 and 2020. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2017, 2018, 2021 and 2005. See the full Chrysler Pacifica years comparison.
At what mileage do 2005 Chrysler Pacifica problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 97,000 miles; 24% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
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.