NHTSA has 11 owner complaints on file for the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica[1]. The same model year also lists 5 recalls[2].
Most reported problems
Owners filed complaints in several groups, and here they are from biggest to smallest.
- Electrical System. 4 complaints[5]. Owners describe a van that lost all power on the highway, warning lights that came on, a parking brake that engaged by itself and drained the battery, and a rear cup holder that got too hot to touch.
- Engine. 3 complaints[6]. In the stories we read, the van shut off while driving, or overheated after coolant leaked from a hose connection, and the owners had to stop on the roadside.
- Unknown Or Other. 3 complaints[7]. These reports did not fit a named component group.
- Brakes. 2 complaints[8]. Owners describe a parking brake that clamped on and would not let go at low speed, and an automatic braking event on a wet interstate.
- Power Train. 2 complaints[9]. The stories we read describe a sudden loss of power and an overheating warning on the freeway.
- Suspension. 1 complaint[10].
- Fuel/Propulsion System. 1 complaint[11].
- Air Bags. 1 complaint[12].
Recalls
Newest first. Each recall covers only certain vehicles, so not every 2026 Pacifica is necessarily included.
- Electronic Stability Control (Esc) (26V561), September 2026. About 2,017 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.[13]
- Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera (26V531), August 2026. About 844,027 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.[14]
- 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.[15]
- 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.[16]
- 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.[17]
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.
Safety ratings
Engine and size
Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles.
| Engine | Horsepower |
|---|---|
| 2026 Chrysler Pacifica with 3.6L 6-cylinder[20] | 220 to 287 hp |
These are Canadian-market specifications from Transport Canada, so US models can differ slightly.
How 2026 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 11 complaints and 5 recalls for 2026[2]. Among the 16 model years listed, 1 have fewer complaints than 2026 and 14 have more[2]. The fewest complaints are for 2027 (1) and the most are for 2017 (1,616)[2]. 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 2026 Pacifica?
The 2026 Pacifica has a small set of complaints so far[1]. The biggest group is the electrical system[5], followed by the engine[6]. Some owners describe a sudden loss of power or a parking brake that acted on its own, and those stories deserve attention. These are unverified reports sent to NHTSA, and one complaint can name several parts[1]. With 5 recalls listed for this model year[2], it is worth checking the Recalls section above before you buy or drive one.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the most common problems with the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica?
- Electrical system complaints are the largest group[5], followed by the engine[6] and the unknown or other group[7].
- Does the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica have recalls?
- Yes, recalls are on file for this model year[2]. See the Recalls section on this page for the full list.
- How many complaints has the 2026 Pacifica received?
- NHTSA has 11 owner complaints on file[1].
- What is the gas mileage of the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica?
- See the fuel economy section of this page for the EPA figures.
- Is the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica reliable?
- Complaints so far are few and spread across several groups[1]. Read the problems and recalls sections to judge for yourself.
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Facts and sources
- NHTSA has 11 owner complaints on file for the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica (1 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 1 injuries, 0 deaths reported). 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
- 4 complaints name the electrical system component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 3 complaints name the engine component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 3 complaints name the unknown or other component group (0 crashes, 1 fires, 1 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 2 complaints name the brakes component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 2 complaints name the power train component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 1 complaints name the suspension component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 1 complaints name the fuel/propulsion system component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 1 complaints name the air bags component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- Recall 26V561, filed September 1, 2026: Electronic Stability Control (Esc). NHTSA recall database
- Recall 26V531, filed August 13, 2026: Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera. NHTSA recall database
- 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
- 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, 2026 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