repaired · 2026 Q3
Propulsion system: traction battery
Park outsideNewRisk. A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.
2022 Chrysler PacificaProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 222 owner complaints about the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica, most often about the power train. It is covered by 10 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-302 the manufacturer reports only 39% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 8, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica has problems
222 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
74Power train2 crash/fire/injury
68Engine1 crash/fire/injury
64Electrical system2 crash/fire/injury
27Fuel/propulsion system
17Seats
15Vehicle speed control
14Forward collision avoidance
13Air bags
12Steering
3915 other systems6 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 74 | 2 |
| Engine | 68 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 64 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 27 | 0 |
| Seats | 17 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 15 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 14 | 2 |
| Air bags | 13 | 2 |
| Steering | 12 | 2 |
| 15 other systems | 39 | 6 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
10 recalls
2022 Chrysler Pacifica recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Side/window: curtain
NewRisk. Air bags with insufficient pressure retention increase the risk of ejection and injury during a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Latch/anchor:
NewRisk. An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Latch/anchor:
NewRisk. An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
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repaired · 2026 Q2
Side/window: curtain
Risk. An air bag with insufficient pressure retention increases the risk of ejection and injury during a crash.
repaired · 2020 Q4
Side/window: curtain
Risk. An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Sensing system: camera
Risk. A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q2
Wiring: connectors/plugs/receptacles
Risk. An unexpected engine shutdown can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q2
Windshield wiper/washer: linkages
Risk. Improperly functioning wipers can reduce the driver's visibility in certain weather conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q1
Seats: mid/rear assembly
Risk. An unsecured seat increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Chrysler.
Best & worst years
2022 vs. every other Pacifica year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Pacifica median. How we score
'04'05'06'07'08'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26'27
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2022 Chrysler Pacifica safety ratings
2022 Chrysler Pacifica MV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
2 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica, and the recalls they led to.
- Transmission fault leading to loss of motive powerLed to recall 23V-010
- Loss of motive power due to an internal wiring connector short.Open
In owners' words
What Pacifica owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The vehicle experienced a concurrent failure of the high-voltage traction battery pack and the High-Voltage Battery Coolant Heater (Diagnostic Trouble Code P0E15). The electric battery coolant heater is a critical component of the high-voltage battery thermal management loop and vehicle cabin…
We purchased 2022 hybrid Chrysler Pacifica from Mountain View CDJR in June 2026 and around July 4th the car went into critical red turtle limp mode on the highway slowing from 65 to under 15 mph with all our children in the car. Thankfully my husband was driving and able to get us to the local CDJR…
Vehicle: 2022 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid. Approximately 25,300 miles On Saturday 9/12/26 while driving at highway speeds the following message displayed "Stop Safely, Vehicle Will Shut Off Soon". When the message displayed the check engine light illuminated as well as the limp mode light. In limp…
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