NHTSA has 73 owner complaints on file for the 2024 Chrysler Pacifica[1]. The biggest groups are the power train and the engine, with 26 complaints each[2][3].
Most reported problems
Here are the complaint groups owners name most often, biggest first.
- Power train. 26 complaints[2]. In the stories we read, owners describe the van losing power while moving, often after a dashboard message telling them to stop. Some say it coasted to a halt in heavy traffic.
- Engine. 26 complaints[3]. Owners describe the same sudden shutdowns, often with a check engine light. Several of these stories involve rental vans.
- Electrical system. 22 complaints[7]. Owners describe warning lights, including battery and start/stop lights, showing up around a loss of power. One owner says a dealer kept the van for a long stretch.
- Unknown or other. 11 complaints[8]. These do not fit a clear component group.
- Air bags. 11 complaints[9]. Owners describe waiting on parts for a recall repair, and some say dealers could not fix it yet. One buyer describes a seatbelt that did not work after purchase.
- Fuel/propulsion system. 6 complaints[10].
- Brakes. 6 complaints[11].
- Forward collision avoidance. 5 complaints[12].
These are unverified reports, and one complaint can name several groups.
Recalls
Newest first. Each recall covers only certain vehicles, so not every 2024 Pacifica is necessarily included.
- Air Bags › Frontal (26V358), June 2026. About 141 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury, an air bag that may not work as intended. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[13]
- Equipment Adaptive/Mobility › Wheelchair Restraints/Securement › Critical Fasteners (26V296), May 2026. About 476 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: injury. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[14]
- Air Bags › Side/Window › Curtain (26V189), March 2026. About 293,264 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury, an air bag that may not work as intended. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[15]
- Equipment Adaptive/Mobility › Wheelchair Restraints/Securement › Latch/Anchor (25V876), December 2025. About 86 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: injury. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[16]
- Equipment Adaptive/Mobility › Wheelchair Restraints/Securement › Latch/Anchor (25V877), December 2025. About 1,019 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: injury. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[17]
- Equipment › Appliance › Tv/Radio/Speakers (25V471), July 2025. About 21 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[18]
- Air Bags › Side/Window › Curtain (25V302), May 2025. About 250,651 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury, an air bag that may not work as intended. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[19]
- Seats › Barriers (24V888), November 2024. About 44 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury, an air bag that may not work as intended. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[20]
- Traction Control System (24V240), March 2024. About 26,776 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[21]
- Visibility › Windshield › Critical Fasteners (24V238), March 2024. About 223 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[22]
- Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Clockspring/Spiral Cassette (24V199), March 2024. About 38,164 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury, an air bag that may not work as intended. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[23]
Fuel economy
EPA ratings depend on the engine and drive. Annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not prices when the car was new.
| Version | City / highway / combined MPG | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|
| Pacifica, 3.6L 6-cyl, Automatic 9-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive[5] | 19 / 28 / 22 | $3,050 |
| Pacifica AWD, 3.6L 6-cyl, Automatic 9-spd, Regular, All-Wheel Drive[24] | 17 / 25 / 20 | $3,350 |
| Pacifica Hybrid, 3.6L 6-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios), Regular Gas and Electricity[25] | 29 / 30 / 30 | n/a |
Safety ratings
Engine and size
Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles.
| Engine | Horsepower |
|---|---|
| 2024 Chrysler Pacifica with 3.6L 6-cylinder[27] | 220 to 287 hp |
These are Canadian-market specifications from Transport Canada, so US models can differ slightly.
How 2024 compares with other years
Show the numbers
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 896 | 2 |
| 2005 | 1,244 | 2 |
| 2006 | 726 | 1 |
| 2007 | 380 | 0 |
| 2008 | 102 | 0 |
| 2017 | 1,616 | 17 |
| 2018 | 1,113 | 16 |
| 2019 | 361 | 9 |
| 2020 | 229 | 7 |
| 2021 | 401 | 8 |
| 2022 | 333 | 10 |
| 2023 | 195 | 14 |
| 2024 | 73 | 11 |
| 2025 | 31 | 10 |
| 2026 | 11 | 5 |
| 2027 | 1 | 1 |
NHTSA's counts for the Pacifica show 73 complaints and 11 recalls for 2024[4]. Among the 16 model years listed, 3 have fewer complaints than 2024 and 12 have more[4]. The fewest complaints are for 2027 (1) and the most are for 2017 (1,616)[4]. These counts are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a rough guide. The chart above shows every year.
Should you buy a used 2024 Pacifica?
The 2024 Pacifica has 73 complaints on file[1]. The reports cluster in a few groups, led by the power train and engine at 26 each[2][3]. Owners describe sudden loss of power as the scary part, and the electrical system adds another 22 complaints[7]. Recalls also exist for this year, so check the Recalls section[4]. Counts are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a guide and not a verdict.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the common problems with the 2024 Chrysler Pacifica?
- Owners name the power train and engine groups most, 26 complaints each[2][3]. The electrical system follows with 22[7].
- Does the 2024 Chrysler Pacifica have recalls?
- Yes. The by-year facts show 11 recalls for 2024[4]. See the Recalls section on this page for the list.
- How many complaints does the 2024 Pacifica have?
- NHTSA has 73 owner complaints on file[1]. Three mention a crash[1].
- What is the gas mileage of the 2024 Chrysler Pacifica?
- See the fuel economy section on this page. It is built from EPA data.
Keep exploring
Other model years of the Chrysler Pacifica
Facts and sources
- NHTSA has 73 owner complaints on file for the 2024 Chrysler Pacifica (3 mention a crash, 0 a fire, 2 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
- 26 complaints name the power train component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 26 complaints name the engine component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- Owner complaints and recalls for every Chrysler Pacifica model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
- 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
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, PV FWD: overall 5 stars, frontal 5 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 11.6%. NHTSA vehicle records
- 22 complaints name the electrical system component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 11 complaints name the unknown or other component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 11 complaints name the air bags component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 6 complaints name the fuel/propulsion system component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 6 complaints name the brakes component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 5 complaints name the forward collision avoidance component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- Recall 26V358, filed June 2, 2026: Air Bags › Frontal. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 26V296, filed May 11, 2026: Equipment Adaptive / Mobility › Wheelchair Restraints / Securement › Critical Fasteners. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 26V189, filed March 26, 2026: Air Bags › Side / Window › Curtain. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 25V876, filed December 17, 2025: Equipment Adaptive / Mobility › Wheelchair Restraints / Securement › Latch / Anchor › . NHTSA recall database
- Recall 25V877, filed December 17, 2025: Equipment Adaptive / Mobility › Wheelchair Restraints / Securement › Latch / Anchor › . NHTSA recall database
- Recall 25V471, filed July 17, 2025: Equipment › Appliance › Tv / Radio / Speakers. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 25V302, filed May 8, 2025: Air Bags › Side / Window › Curtain. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 24V888, filed November 25, 2024: Seats › Barriers. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 24V240, filed March 28, 2024: Traction Control System. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 24V238, filed March 28, 2024: Visibility › Windshield › Critical Fasteners. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 24V199, filed March 14, 2024: Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Clockspring / Spiral Cassette. NHTSA recall database
- EPA rating for Pacifica AWD, 3.6L 6-cyl, Automatic 9-spd, Regular, All-Wheel Drive: 17 city / 25 highway / 20 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,350. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- 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
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, PV AWD: overall 5 stars, frontal 5 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 12.1%. NHTSA vehicle records
- EPA Test Car List, 2024 Chrysler Pacifica with 3.6L 6-cylinder: rated 220 to 287 hp depending on version. www.epa.gov
- Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, PACIFICA 4DR MINIVAN AWD: length 204 in, width 80 in, height 70 in, wheelbase 122 in, curb weight 4,883 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
- Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, PACIFICA 4DR MINIVAN FWD: length 204 in, width 80 in, height 70 in, wheelbase 122 in, curb weight 4,522 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
- 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