repaired · 2026 Q3
Air bags: frontal
NewRisk. The unintended connection may prevent the air bags from deploying, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
2024 Chrysler PacificaProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 49 owner complaints about the 2024 Chrysler Pacifica, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 11 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 5, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2024 Chrysler Pacifica has problems
49 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
16Electrical system
14Power train
12Air bags
9Engine
5Service brakes
4Forward collision avoidance
3Fuel/propulsion system
2Seat belts
2Steering
86 other systems2 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 16 | 0 |
| Power train | 14 | 0 |
| Air bags | 12 | 0 |
| Engine | 9 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 5 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 4 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 3 | 1 |
| Seat belts | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 |
| 6 other systems | 8 | 2 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
11 recalls
2024 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
Wheelchair restraints/securement: critical fasteners
NewRisk. An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
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.
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repaired · 2026 Q3
Latch/anchor:
NewRisk. An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2025 Q4
Sensing system: camera
Risk. A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
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 · 2026 Q3
Seats: barriers
Risk. A seat positioned too close to the air bag can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q1
Traction control system
Risk. An inactive traction control system can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q1
Windshield: critical fasteners
Risk. A windshield that detaches from the vehicle during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
repaired · 2026 Q1
Frontal: driver clockspring/spiral cassette
Risk. An air bag that does not deploy in a crash can increase the risk of injury.
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
2024 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
2024 Chrysler Pacifica safety ratings
2024 Chrysler Pacifica PV FWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (11.6% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Standard
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2024 Chrysler Pacifica, and the recalls they led to.
- Transmission fault leading to loss of motive powerLed to recall 23V-010
In owners' words
What Pacifica owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Vehicle has had ongoing electrical and transmission issues. Was purchased in 2024 w/6k miles, under warranty. Now on 10th service at 47K miles, including two shifter replacements, a full transmission replacement, and three battery (main and aux) replacements. On the most recent service, team could…
While driving, the vehicle suffered a sudden, severe, and un-commanded complete loss of propulsion and motive power on a live roadway, posing an immediate crash hazard. * Sequential Fault Chain: 1. An audible, physical "pop" was heard emanating from beneath the engine bay/high-voltage system…
Car completely powered off, abs replaced, transmission shifter, replaced batteries once and now the aux battery again, car not even 3 years old. Safety issue when vehicle is just dying while in motion
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