2021 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid Problems
Owner-reported complaints filed with NHTSA, grouped by component
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What this page shows
Everything below is an owner-reported complaint submitted to NHTSA about the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid, grouped by the component NHTSA recorded on the report. These are not confirmed defects, and they are not recalls. NHTSA does not verify most reports before publishing them, and a category with more reports in it is not evidence that a part is defective.
Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.
Reports by component
Ranked by how many owner reports name each component category
- Electrical1332.5%
- Other / unspecified1127.5%
- Driver assistance820.0%
- Engine512.5%
- Powertrain (other)37.5%
Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.
Each component in detail
What the reports in each category say, in the owners' own words
Electrical
Reports naming the electrical system — wiring, battery, charging, control modules, infotainment and electrical accessories.
From owner reports, verbatim
The contact owns a 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with a power inverter module (PIM) failure. The dealer replaced the power inverter module (PIM); however, the failure persisted. The dealer determined that the hybrid battery needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 41,000.
The contact owns a 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, several unknown warning lights were illuminated. Additionally, the rotatory gear shift dial was unmovable, and the vehicle failed to turn off while depressing the Push to Start button. The contact stated that he was able to turn off the vehicle after 3-4 minutes. The contact stated that upon restarting the vehicle, the vehicle operated as needed. The contact stated that the failure occurred on four occasions. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the power inverter module needed to be replaced; however, the part was not available. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000.
Other / unspecified
Reports whose component NHTSA recorded as unknown, or that do not map to one of the categories above.
From owner reports, verbatim
The contact owns a 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was diagnosed, and it was determined that the battery had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V538000 (HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 30,000.
The contact owns a 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power before stalling. The contact was able to safely coast to the shoulder of the roadway. After restarting the vehicle, the vehicle seemed to return to normal functionality. The service battery system warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V010000 (Electrical System, Hybrid Propulsion System) but the VIN was not included. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, who was unable to duplicate the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but was unable to assist. The failure mileage was 46,000.
Driver assistance
Reports naming forward-collision avoidance, lane keeping, back-over prevention, cruise control and related electronic driver-assistance systems.
From owner reports, verbatim
The contact owns a 2021 CHRYSLER Pacifica. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: (24V436000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION) however, the recall repair was done; but the issue reoccurred a month later. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 65,000.
The contact owns a 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in-Hybrid. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V436000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION); however, the dealer refused to perform the recall repair unless the radio was replaced. The dealer informed the contact that the radio was blocking the update from being completed. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 40,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
Engine
Reports naming the engine itself — including stalling, misfires, oil consumption, cooling and internal engine components.
From owner reports, verbatim
The contact owns a 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was diagnosed, and it was determined that the battery had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V538000 (HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 30,000.
The contact owns a 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH on the freeway, the vehicle lost power and stalled. After several minutes, the vehicle restarted. The “Service Engine - Stop Soon” message was displayed. The vehicle had previously been taken to the local dealer, Huntington Beach Chrysler Dodge Jeep (16701 Beach Blvd., Huntington Beach, CA 92647), where the computer was programmed, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The approximate failure mileage was 60,682.
Too few reports in this category for a page of its own — they appear in the full complaint list.
Powertrain (other)
Powertrain reports that are not specifically the engine or transmission — driveshafts, axles, transfer cases and differentials.
From owner reports, verbatim
The contact owns a 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid. The contact stated while reversing into a parking space at approximately 2 MPH, the service transmission warning light illuminated, and the transmission shift knob was flashing. The contact stated that the vehicle had ceased to move. The contact stated that the parking brake light was illuminated. The contact attempted to turn off the vehicle, but the vehicle failed to shut off. The contact attempted to shift between reverse and drive; however, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact stated that the vehicle finally shut off. The contact had the vehicle towed to a dealer; however, the vehicle was not yet diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 45,000.
The contact owns a 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, several unknown warning lights were illuminated. Additionally, the rotatory gear shift dial was unmovable, and the vehicle failed to turn off while depressing the Push to Start button. The contact stated that he was able to turn off the vehicle after 3-4 minutes. The contact stated that upon restarting the vehicle, the vehicle operated as needed. The contact stated that the failure occurred on four occasions. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the power inverter module needed to be replaced; however, the part was not available. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000.
Too few reports in this category for a page of its own — they appear in the full complaint list.
Higher-selling and older vehicles accumulate more reports. Counts are not failure rates and are not directly comparable between vehicles that sold in very different numbers.
Elsewhere on this vehicle
Data sources
- NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation — owner-reported complaints and the components recorded on them
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