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2025 Chrysler Pacifica
Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data
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Overview
Our database contains 24 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2025 Chrysler Pacifica, most frequently naming the driver assistance, airbags and engine categories. 8 safety recalls have been issued covering this model year; and 191 manufacturer communications are on file.
Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.
Complaint activity over time
When owners filed reports about this model year
View as table
| Month | Complaints filed | Cumulative |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 2025 | 1 | 1 |
| Apr 2025 | 1 | 2 |
| May 2025 | 1 | 3 |
| Jun 2025 | 1 | 4 |
| Jul 2025 | 1 | 5 |
| Aug 2025 | 2 | 7 |
| Sep 2025 | 1 | 8 |
| Oct 2025 | 1 | 9 |
| Dec 2025 | 1 | 10 |
| Jan 2026 | 1 | 11 |
| Feb 2026 | 2 | 13 |
| May 2026 | 4 | 17 |
| Jun 2026 | 4 | 21 |
| Jul 2026 | 2 | 23 |
| Aug 2026 | 1 | 24 |
What owners report
Complaints grouped by the component NHTSA recorded
- Driver assistance825.8%
- Airbags619.4%
- Engine516.1%
- Powertrain (other)39.7%
- Brakes39.7%
- Fuel system39.7%
- Body & structure13.2%
- Interior & seats13.2%
Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.
Safety recalls
8 campaigns cover this model year
Recalls apply to specific vehicles, not to every vehicle of a model year. Check your VIN with NHTSA or your manufacturer's dealer to confirm whether a recall affects your vehicle.
Check a VIN on NHTSA.govEQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT:CRITICAL FASTENERS
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Recent owner complaints
Reports submitted to NHTSA, shown in the owner's own words
On Saturday July 25th, while driving at 70 mph on the highway, my van lost the ability to accelerate or maintain velocity. There was no warning or indication that this was going to happen. There was a beep and the screen flashed to a screen that said to pull over immediately and safely. Surprised and scared, I had to cut across 3 lanes of traffic while losing velocity cutting off a tractor trailer because my velocity dropped quickly. After restarting, the vehicle ran normally. I drove in the slow lane for a mile an it happened again. I was able to get the vehicle off the highway and drive slowly and safely on backroads to get the van to a Ourisman Chrysler in Clarksville, MD. The check engine light was on when I arrived at the dealer. Immediately upon arrival I was told by a service representative that it will most likely need a new transmission. On Tuesday he told me a tech verified it needs a new transmission. He told me the vehicle was classified as VOR (Vehicle Off Road) meaning it was unsafe or unable to be driven on the road and that parts were ordered and expedited. I did not hear back from the dealership until Friday at which point they surprisingly told me my vehicle was ready to pick up. In an email I was told: "what was found was a stored fault code P0A43-00 Drive motor "A" position sensor circuit intermittent. There is a TSB 21-037-26 for that fault code and vehicle going into limp mode and the repair is a rebuild kit for the transmission. " Despite this they also said in an email: "cleared codes and perform test drive. Code never came back and it states in the procedure you must verify the problem meaning it happened or is happening via active fault code which it is not." They refuse to fix the problem, despite acknowledging it happened. I was told to take the vehicle back and drive it as normal until it happens again, which I refused due to safety concerns. The vehicle currently has a bumper-to-bumper warranty.
- NHTSA ID
- 11754164
- Incident
- Jul 25, 2026
Manufacturer and dealer failed to remediate safety recall after seven weeks under the pretense that the dealer is not authorized to order more than 2 parts every 7 days. But I am not aware of a federal, state, nor county regulation establishing such restriction. The restriction thus seems to be self-imposed and therefore under the control of the manufacturer.
- NHTSA ID
- 11752495
- Incident
- Jun 1, 2026
We were at a complete stop waiting for traffic to go, I had my foot on the brake pedal and the car lunge/revved up and hit the car in front of me. This is the 3rd time this has happened. The first time we were advised it was probably the front-end sensor that were probably covered with ice. We were advised they are very sensitive. The 2nd time it was winter still, so we took the car through the car wash to make sure no ice was built up. We did not get in an accident because traffic started to move. We took the vehicle to the dealership, and they could not find anything wrong with it. Chrysler Corp got involved and they sent a 3rd party to check the van and black box. They advised nothing was found on the black box (not even an accident) and their investigators found nothing wrong with the vehicle. No warning messages were reported after the crash. Police were called to the scene and insurance was notified. Our insurance company advised that we should file this on here. There were 3 people in the van besides myself. We had a loaner vehicle for almost 3 months and we cannot get any information or paper work from Chrysler Corp regarding the investigation. We were advised the investigation was confidential and proprietary.
- NHTSA ID
- 11748855
- Incident
- May 10, 2026
My local dealer, Dan Deery Motors, Waterloo, Iowa, said these airbag repairs are on a waiting list which is now over a year out! Which means I'll be driving with faulty airbags for at least a year! This is simply not acceptable! Is it?
- NHTSA ID
- 11746165
- Incident
- Jun 23, 2026
The contact rented a 2025 Chrysler Pacifica. While the contact's husband was driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop. The vehicle was driven to the residence. The contact stated that several days later, the failure reoccurred. The contact stated that while the husband was driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed, however the vehicle failed to stop as intended. The contact's husband depressed the brake pedal to the floorboard while attempting to stop the vehicle. The rented vehicle crashed into the rear of the vehicle that was in front of the rented vehicle before coming to a complete stop. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was driven to the residence. No injuries were sustained. A Police report was filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 26,000.
- NHTSA ID
- 11744597
- Incident
- Jun 10, 2026
- Mileage
- 26,000 mi
My Chrysler Pacifica was parked in my driveway, and I went out and heard a large boom and my panoramic sunroof shattered. This is a known problem with panoramic sunroofs especially Chrysler. The weather was warm and sunny. This is a no impact incident and a safety related glass failure. I have several photos and am waiting for the Dealer and Chrysler customer care to open today.
- NHTSA ID
- 11744093
- Incident
- Jun 13, 2026
We purchased a 2025 Chrysler Pacifica in September 2025. In October, 2025 we begin to receive Urgent Safety Recall notifications regaring Driver Side Curtain Air Bag. My husband went to the dealer where we purchased van and was told we would have to be on a waiting list and we were number 20 on her list. The dealer has never contacted us about scheduling a repair on the Driver Side Curtain Air Bag. We have made 3 trips to the dealer and have been told the same story...we are 20th on her list. The Recall clearly states that because of this defect, "occupant could be ejected during a crash." To us, that seems critical to have repaired. Chrysler evidently doesn't think so putting us at great risk in case we were in a accident. Stated in their Recall: "We are sincerely concerned about your safety and reiterating scheduling a repair". After two calls to the Customer Service at the company and 3 trips to the dealer, we are no closer to having this repair schedule. I thank you in advance for any assistance you can provide in helping us expedite this repair.
- NHTSA ID
- 11743128
- Incident
- Sep 15, 2025
Adaptive cruise control stops working for no apparent reason flashes forward collision system not working. will start up again for no reason from 5 to 15 min. had this problem for some time starting with our 2021 2023 2025 Chrysler pacifies some times you have to stop and restart to get cruise to work . dealer cant fix
- NHTSA ID
- 11740579
- Incident
- May 27, 2026
Manufacturer communications
A bulletin sent by a manufacturer to its dealers. Not a recall, and repairs are not necessarily free.
EVAPORATOR - AIR CONDITIONING
EVAPORATOR - AIR CONDITIONING
Customer Indicates Air Conditioning Blows Warm.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; STRUCTURE:BODY
Passive Entry O/S Dr Handle Prior to replacing an inoperative passive entry door handle, perform Star Online S2623000040.
ENGINE
HOSE AND TUBE - EGR COOLANT
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Fuel Delivery Module Before replacing the fuel module for DTCs P0461 and P062A and other not start, long crank, fuel gauge accuracy and drivability issues, the technician should disconnect the electrical connector at the pump and perform a visual inspection of the connector for and bent, spread, or pushed out terminals. Repair any issues found. Reconnect the plug and perform a push pull push to ensure the connector is fully installed. Then perform 3 keys cycles and listen to hear if the fuel pump is operational. If the fuel pump is heard that indicates that everything is operating correctly. If the pump is heard replacement is not necessary, any replacement will function in the same way.
Manufacturers file copies of the bulletins they send to dealers with NHTSA. These often describe diagnostic or repair procedures for a known condition. They are not recalls: repairs described in a bulletin are usually only free if the vehicle is still under warranty or the manufacturer has extended coverage.
Compare model years
Complaint and recall counts across every year of this model
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations | Issue Index |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 2026 | 8 | 3 | 0 | — |
| 2025Viewing | 24 | 8 | 0 | 62.4 |
| 2024 | 40 | 11 | 1 | 64.6 |
| 2023 | 148 | 14 | 2 | 65.9 |
| 2022 | 201 | 10 | 2 | 65.5 |
| 2021 | 359 | 7 | 2 | 61.9 |
| 2020 | 164 | 5 | 2 | 66.0 |
| 2019 | 298 | 7 | 2 | 64.6 |
| 2018 | 838 | 12 | 4 | 69.7 |
| 2017 | 1,490 | 11 | 3 | 65.6 |
| 2016 | 2 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 2008 | 102 | 0 | 0 | 36.1 |
| 2007 | 326 | 0 | 2 | 41.7 |
| 2006 | 726 | 1 | 4 | 46.0 |
| 2005 | 1,244 | 2 | 5 | 53.2 |
| 2004 | 896 | 2 | 3 | 54.3 |
| 2003 | 1 | 0 | 0 | — |
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. Older model years have had longer for reports to accumulate.