2021 Chrysler Pacifica (minivan): common problems and reliability

The 2021 Chrysler Pacifica (minivan) has 345 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 7 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are electrical system and engine. Owners most often flag plug-in hybrid (phev) powertrain failures: catastrophic transmission failures requiring complete replacement, battery failures, loss of power while driving, software glitches. frequency: very frequent.

Safety record for the 2021 model year

345
Owner complaints
7
Recalls
11
Crash reports
1
Fire reports

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2021 Chrysler Pacifica (minivan) vehicles (US, public record).

Where owners report problems

electrical system
141
engine
137
power train
117
fuel/propulsion system
72
back over prevention
26

Recalls affecting the 2021 Pacifica (minivan)

seats:mid/rear assembly

Campaign 22V181000

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Pacifica and 2021 Voyager vehicles. The second-row seat-to-floor mounting latch may bind and stick open, preventing the seat from properly securing to the floor. As s

electrical system:wiring:connectors/plugs/receptacles

Campaign 23V010000

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid Electric vehicles (PHEVs). An internal transmission wiring connector may short circuit, resulting in an unexpected engine shutdown.

back over prevention: sensing system: camera

Campaign 24V436000

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Dodge Durango, 2021-2023 Chrysler Pacifica, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, 2022 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, Chrysler Voyager, 2022-2023 Jeep Compass, Grand Cherokee, Wagoneer, Gran

air bags:side/window:curtain

Campaign 24V793000

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Pacifica and 2020-2021, 2023 Voyager vehicles. An improperly secured connector for the side curtain air bags may prevent the air bags from deploying. As such, these v

What owners say across generations

Mixed sentiment with a clear divide between powertrain types. The conventional gasoline-powered Pacifica (2017+) receives generally positive feedback for its driving dynamics, interior comfort, practicality, and feature content,…

  • Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) powertrain failures: Catastrophic transmission failures requiring complete replacement, battery failures, loss of power while driving, software glitches. Frequency: very frequent.
  • Engine failure (gasoline models): Isolated but severe reports of engine failure in the 60,000-80,000 mile range, with one specific report of a 2018 model failing at 79,000 miles. Replacement cost cited at approximately $15,000 USD. Frequency: isolated to recurrent.

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