AI Damage2026 Chrysler Pacifica: common problems
Owners of the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica filed 11 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system and engine. The maker issued 152 service bulletins for this year. We found 1 repair videos on YouTube. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Owner complaints
- 11
- involving a crash
- 1
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 152
- YouTube repair videos
- 1
What fails most often
- 1 Electrical system 36% of all complaints
- 2 Engine 27% of all complaints
- 3 Powertrain 18% of all complaints
- 4 Service brakes 18% of all complaints
- 5 Suspension 9% of all complaints
- 6 Air bags 9% of all complaints
- 7 Fuel/propulsion system 9% of all complaints
- 8 Seats 9% of all complaints
- Electrical system: 4 complaints (36% of all), 1 of them with a crash reported by the owner; manufacturer bulletins for this component: 90.
- Engine: 3 complaints (27% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 17.
- Powertrain: 2 complaints (18% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 4.
- Service brakes: 2 complaints (18% of all), 1 of them with a crash reported by the owner; manufacturer bulletins for this component: 4.
- Suspension: 1 complaints (9% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 4.
Engines and transmissions
US-market versions per EPA. On the right: how many NHTSA complaints name this engine or transmission type.
- 3.6 L · petrol · 6 cyl
- 3.6 L · plug-in hybrid · 6 cyl
- automatic, 9-speed
- CVT
Drive: FWD
Symptoms owners describe
How many of the 11 NHTSA complaints mention each symptom (automatic count from complaint text; one complaint can mention several).
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 4 | 1 | 90 |
| Engine | 3 | 0 | 17 |
| Powertrain | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| Service brakes | 2 | 1 | 4 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Air bags | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Seats | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Parking brake | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 39 |
| Backover prevention | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 2 |
What owners report
Short excerpts of NHTSA complaints in the original wording. These are owner statements not verified by NHTSA; personal data removed.
After all that I looked at the dash and it said to move forward, release the electronic parking brake (or something to that effect). I pushed the button to turn it off, and was able to get onto the shoulder.
When driving on freeway the vehicle overheated and engine warning light flashed and had to come to stop at side of freeway. The vehicle had lost its coolant from a rear heater hose connection.
The contact attempted to stop the seat from moving forward, but the seat overpowered the contact, who then moved out of the way. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the automatic seat feature was disabled. The vehicle was not repaired.
The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V189000 (Air Bags). The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the contact was informed that the parts were ordered. The contact stated that parts were ordered two months ago, and the parts had not yet been delivered.
The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the parking brake independently enabled and caused the battery to drain. Roadside Assistance was contacted.
After driving approximately 100 miles, I used a temperature gun to screen the area. The hotspot was 126 degrees, with temperatures around in ranging from 77-85 degrees. Outside wheel well temperatures ranged from 94 - 97 degrees.
We were stopped for fuel. Prior to fueling we turned off the engine and opened the fuel door, inserting the gas nozzle and then began to pump fuel. While the nozzle was running, a passenger opened the sliding door by pressing the auto open button - and the door slid into the hand of the individual holding the fuel…
The contact stated that the parking brake unexpectedly engaged and failed to release. The driverâs side rear wheel locked up. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the brake actuator needed to be replaced.
When owners complained
NHTSA complaints by filing year. The peak shows at what age the problems show up most.
Comparison
By complaint count this model year ranks 10,520 of 36,656 model years in the NHTSA data (top 29% most complained about).
On average one model year of the Pacifica has 393 complaints (18 years in the data). This year has 11, below average.
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Service brakes. Pedal feel, ABS operation, leaks, discs and hoses.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- FUSE BLOCK UNDERHOOD - PWR DIS A/C Blowing hot air or not working
A/C relay clutch not operating, dealers are unnecessary replacing PDCs. Battery disconnection is required to reset PCM. Please follow SOL S2624000004.
- DIFFERENTIAL Rear Axle Some AWD Chrysler Pacificas are exhibiting a grinding noise coming from the PTU…
DIFFERENTIAL Rear Axle Some AWD Chrysler Pacificas are exhibiting a grinding noise coming from the PTU when it's shifting from 2WD to AWD. C1477-48 may also be present. To engage AWD, the DTCM energizes the hydraulic…
- Inspect wiring harnesses, connectors, terminals, power and ground circuits, and verify proper system…
Inspect wiring harnesses, connectors, terminals, power and ground circuits, and verify proper system signals before replacing RU Blower motor, with PN#68308952AD
- Note
Document released 10/2/2026. Multiple Warning Indicators On In The IPC. ESM - PRNDL Flashing. And The Vehicle Will Not Shift Into Gear. The Wipers May Be On, With An Electric Parking Brake Unavailable.
- Shifter/ESM PRNDL Indicators Remain Off After Drained Battery Event And Jump Start
- D-22-14 Rev
G wiTECH New Vehicle Prep (NVP) Update – Battery Health and Tire Pressure Monitoring
- ID-23-04 Rev
F wiTECH New Vehicle Prep (NVP) Update – Battery Health and Tire Pressure Monitoring
- EPS BSR with Steering input
Check the Strut bearings, Strut mounts, or similar suspension components prior to replacing Steering Gears. Previous customers have returned after EPS gear was replaced. Strut bearings are the most frequent cause of RU…
- Flash
Power Sliding Door Module (PSDM) System Updates Customers must comment on one or more of the following: SYMPTOM: ● The power sliding door will not open with the button. ● Latch popping noise heard when attempting to…
- Radio Over The Air Update to U43.17 R1H Software Version (FOTA) Customers may experience one or more of…
Radio Over The Air Update to U43.17 R1H Software Version (FOTA) Customers may experience one or more of the following:- Navigation Stability - Android Auto & Carplay s ustomers may experience one or more of the…
- Passive Entry O/S Dr Handle Prior to replacing an inoperative passive entry door handle, perform Star…
- COMPRESSOR - AIR CONDITIONING
NHTSA lists 152 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Repair videos
We do not copy videos: these are YouTube links credited to their authors. Amounts are as stated by the author and not verified by us.
Other years of this model
- Pacifica 2004896 sources
- Pacifica 20051,244 sources
- Pacifica 2006726 sources
- Pacifica 2007326 sources
- Pacifica 2008102 sources
- Pacifica 201687 sources
- Pacifica 20171,909 sources
- Pacifica 20181,317 sources
- Pacifica 2019792 sources
- Pacifica 2020719 sources
- Pacifica 20211,055 sources
- Pacifica 2022767 sources
- Pacifica 2023491 sources
- Pacifica 2024315 sources
- Pacifica 2025236 sources
- Pacifica 202730 sources
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica?
Owner complaints to NHTSA most often mention: electrical system, engine, powertrain. Total complaints: 11. The most frequent symptoms in complaint texts: warning lights, check engine (36%), rollaway, parking brake (27%), A/C or heater (9%).
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica?
NHTSA lists 152 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2026 Chrysler Pacifica from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2026 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-05.