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The 2019 Pacifica has 361 NHTSA owner complaints and 9 recalls on file[1][2]. Electrical, engine and power train complaints lead, and the recalls include plug-in hybrid fire risks, stalling and rearview camera faults, so check your VIN before you buy or keep one[3][4][5].

361owner complaints[1]
9recalls[2]
22MPG combined (EPA)[6]
5★NHTSA overall rating[7]

Most reported problems

NHTSA has 361 owner complaints on file for the 2019 Pacifica[1]. Of those, 11 mention a crash, 3 a fire and 3 an injury, and none report a death[1]. These are unverified owner reports, and one complaint can name several parts of the car, so the group counts below overlap and do not add up to the total.

Component group Complaints Crashes Median miles at failure
Electrical system[3] 120 2 16,186
Engine[4] 99 0 23,400
Power train[5] 89 2 20,000
Unknown or other[8] 65 1 3,000
Brakes[9] 59 5 35,700
Steering[10] 46 2 3,000
Fuel/propulsion system[11] 14 0 1,800
Speed control[12] 13 2 n/a

Engine and power train. In a sample of 12 engine complaints we read, 8 describe the van stalling, shutting off or losing power while driving[4]. In a sample of 12 power train complaints, 7 describe a sudden shutdown or loss of drive, and 3 describe jerky or hesitant shifting[5]. Owners in these samples also mention warning messages such as "stop safely" before the van shut off[5]. A smaller number describe a shudder when the stop/start system restarts the engine[4].

Electrical system. This is the largest group at 120 complaints, with 3 fires[3]. In a sample of 12 we read, 3 describe the radio, navigation or backup camera screen freezing or failing, and 5 describe a no start, shutdown or warning message[3]. One describes an overheating battery while the van was charging[3].

Brakes. The 59 brake complaints include 5 crashes, the most of any group[9]. In a sample of 12 we read, 7 describe a hard pedal, a hissing sound and weak braking[9]. Some owners in the sample said the van rolled when they tried to stop[9].

Crashes and fires are reported across several groups, but each group's count is small, so treat them as signals to check rather than proof of a pattern[3][9].

Recalls

NHTSA lists 9 recalls for the 2019 Pacifica[2]. Several apply only to certain versions, such as plug-in hybrids or vans with specific options, so check your VIN on NHTSA.gov. Newest first:

Fuel economy

EPA rates the gas Pacifica with the 3.6L 6-cylinder and Automatic 9-spd at 22 MPG combined[6][22]. One listing shows 18 city and 28 highway, and the other 19 city and 28 highway[6][22]. EPA estimates annual fuel cost at $3,050 for both[6][22].

The Pacifica Hybrid, with an automatic (variable gear ratios) on regular gas and electricity, is rated 30 MPGe combined with 520 miles of range[23]. EPA fuel costs use current fuel price assumptions, not the price when the car was new.

Safety ratings

NHTSA gives the front-wheel-drive van 5 stars overall[7]. Frontal and side crash ratings are 5 stars each, and the rollover rating is 4 stars with an 11.6% rollover risk[7].

Engine and size

The EPA Test Car List shows a 3.6L 6-cylinder rated 220 to 287 hp, depending on version[24]. Dimensions below are Canadian-market specifications and can differ slightly from US vans[25].

Pacifica Pacifica Hybrid
Length[25][26] 204 in 204 in
Width[25][26] 80 in 80 in
Height[25][26] 70 in 70 in
Wheelbase[25][26] 122 in 122 in
Curb weight[25][26] 4,330 lb 4,943 lb

How 2019 compares with other years

2004: 896 complaints, 2 recalls20042005: 1,244 complaints, 2 recalls2006: 726 complaints, 1 recalls20062007: 380 complaints, 0 recalls2008: 102 complaints, 0 recalls20082017: 1,616 complaints, 17 recalls2018: 1,113 complaints, 16 recalls20182019: 361 complaints, 9 recalls36120192020: 229 complaints, 7 recalls20202021: 401 complaints, 8 recalls2022: 333 complaints, 10 recalls20222023: 195 complaints, 14 recalls2024: 73 complaints, 11 recalls20242025: 31 complaints, 10 recalls2026: 11 complaints, 5 recalls20262027: 1 complaints, 1 recalls
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for each Pacifica model year. The 2019 is highlighted[2].
Show the numbers
Model yearComplaintsRecalls
20048962
20051,2442
20067261
20073800
20081020
20171,61617
20181,11316
20193619
20202297
20214018
202233310
202319514
20247311
20253110
2026115
202711

NHTSA has 361 complaints and 9 recalls on file for 2019[2]. Among the 16 Pacifica model years in our data, seven have more complaints than 2019: 2017 (1,616), 2005 (1,244), 2018 (1,113), 2004 (896), 2006 (726), 2021 (401) and 2007 (380)[2]. Of the years from 2017 on, only 2017, 2018 and 2021 have more[2].

On recalls, six years list more than 2019: 2017 (17), 2018 (16), 2023 (14), 2024 (11), 2022 (10) and 2025 (10)[2]. The neighbors 2018 and 2020 show 16 recalls with 1,113 complaints and 7 recalls with 229 complaints[2]. These counts are not adjusted for sales, so they show how much is on file, not how likely a van is to fail.

Should you buy a used 2019 Pacifica?

The 361 complaints for 2019 rank in the middle of the 16 model years on file[2], but it holds stalling and shutdown reports in the engine and power train groups, and brake complaints with the most crashes[4][5][9]. The recalls cover fire risk, stalling and camera faults[15][16][18][20][21]. Before you buy, run the VIN on NHTSA.gov and confirm each recall repair was done, and ask a dealer about any that show as open. For a plug-in hybrid, ask especially about the battery and 12 volt post recalls[15][18]. EPA rates the gas van at 22 MPG combined and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall[6][7].

Frequently asked questions

What are the common problems with the 2019 Chrysler Pacifica?
Electrical system (120), engine (99) and power train (89) are the largest complaint groups[3][4][5]. In the samples we read, owners describe stalling or sudden shutdown while driving[4][5].
How many recalls does the 2019 Chrysler Pacifica have?
NHTSA lists 9 recalls[2]. They cover plug-in hybrid fire risks, stalling and rearview camera faults[15][16][18][20][21].
What is the gas mileage of the 2019 Chrysler Pacifica?
The gas version is rated 22 MPG combined by EPA[6][22]. The Pacifica Hybrid is rated 30 MPGe combined[23].
Is the 2019 Chrysler Pacifica safe?
NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall and 4 stars for rollover[7]. It also has 9 recalls, so check your VIN[2].
Is 2019 a good year for the Chrysler Pacifica?
It has fewer complaints than 2017, 2018 and 2021 but 9 recalls, more than 2020 and 2021[2]. Counts are not adjusted for sales[2].

Facts and sources

  1. NHTSA has 361 owner complaints on file for the 2019 Chrysler Pacifica (11 mention a crash, 3 a fire, 3 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
  2. Owner complaints and recalls for every Chrysler Pacifica model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
  3. 120 complaints name the electrical system component group (2 crashes, 3 fires, 1 injuries, median mileage at failure 16,186). NHTSA vehicle records
  4. 99 complaints name the engine component group (0 crashes, 1 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 23,400). NHTSA vehicle records
  5. 89 complaints name the power train component group (2 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 20,000). NHTSA vehicle records
  6. EPA rating for Pacifica, 3.6L 6-cyl, Automatic 9-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 18 city / 28 highway / 22 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,050. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  7. NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, VAN FWD: overall 5 stars, frontal 5 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 11.6%. NHTSA vehicle records
  8. 65 complaints name the unknown or other component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injuries, median mileage at failure 3,000). NHTSA vehicle records
  9. 59 complaints name the brakes component group (5 crashes, 1 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 35,700). NHTSA vehicle records
  10. 46 complaints name the steering component group (2 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 3,000). NHTSA vehicle records
  11. 14 complaints name the fuel/propulsion system component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 1,800). NHTSA vehicle records
  12. 13 complaints name the speed control component group (2 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  13. Recall 26V327, filed May 21, 2026: Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera. NHTSA recall database
  14. Recall 25V876, filed December 17, 2025: Equipment Adaptive / Mobility › Wheelchair Restraints / Securement › Latch / Anchor › . NHTSA recall database
  15. Recall 24V538, filed July 18, 2024: Hybrid Propulsion System. NHTSA recall database
  16. Recall 23V010, filed January 17, 2023: Electrical System › Wiring › Connectors / Plugs / Receptacles. NHTSA recall database
  17. Recall 20V191, filed September 10, 2020: Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera. NHTSA recall database
  18. Recall 20V334, filed June 9, 2020: Electrical System › Wiring › Interior / Under Dash. NHTSA recall database
  19. Recall 19V886, filed December 12, 2019: Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera. NHTSA recall database
  20. Recall 19V348, filed May 9, 2019: Electrical System › 12V / 24V / 48V Battery. NHTSA recall database
  21. Recall 18V524, filed August 9, 2018: Electrical System › Wiring › Front Underhood. NHTSA recall database
  22. EPA rating for Pacifica, 3.6L 6-cyl, Automatic 9-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 19 city / 28 highway / 22 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,050. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  23. EPA rating for Pacifica Hybrid, 3.6L 6-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios), Regular Gas and Electricity: 30 MPGe combined, 520 miles of range. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  24. EPA Test Car List, 2019 Chrysler Pacifica with 3.6L 6-cylinder: rated 220 to 287 hp depending on version. www.epa.gov
  25. Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, PACIFICA 4DR MINIVAN: length 204 in, width 80 in, height 70 in, wheelbase 122 in, curb weight 4,330 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
  26. Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, PACIFICA HYBRID 4DR MINIVAN: length 204 in, width 80 in, height 70 in, wheelbase 122 in, curb weight 4,943 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov

Complaints submitted to NHTSA by owners; unverified reports, one complaint can name several components. Complaint counts are not normalized by sales; compare years of the same model, not different models. EPA annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not the price when the car was new. Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles. Dimensions are Canadian-market specifications and can differ slightly from US models.