2005 Chrysler Pacifica problems
Owners have filed 1,802 complaints about the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica with NHTSA. Structure accounts for 23.1% of them — the clear leader, ahead of engine at 12.4%.
Complaints1,802
Crashes40
Fires14
Injuries27
Deaths0
What owners report breaking
Structure 23.1% · 416
Engine 12.4% · 224
Engine and engine cooling 11.7% · 211
Suspension 10.5% · 189
Power train 7.3% · 132
Electrical system 5.3% · 96
Unknown or other 4.8% · 87
Fuel system, gasoline 3.3% · 59
Severity
Of those complaints, 40 describe a crash, 14 describe a fire and 27 report an injury.
Reading the numbers
Across the 12 model years of the Chrysler Pacifica in this data, 2005 ranks 2nd by complaint volume — 2017 draws the most.
Filings have fallen off, 14 in the last three years against 62 in the three before. That is normal as a generation leaves the road.
The median odometer reading at the time of complaint was 100,000 miles.
In owners' own words
The contact owns a 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated that upon inspection, it was determined that the frame was completely rusted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was confirmed that the frame and floor boards were perforated due to rust. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 125,000. Updated 07/10/13*lj updated 07/12/2013 Structure · reported at 125,000 miles
The contact owns a 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop for an inspection. The inspector stated that the entire frame was rusted. The vehicle was not taken to an authorized dealer. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the vin was not included in any recall. The failure mileage was 148,000 and the current mileage was 149,000. Structure · reported at 148,000 miles
The contact owns a 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would emit a loud clunking sound and it would vibrate. The vehicle was inspected by a mechanic, who diagnosed that the motor mounts were corroded and had developed a crack. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 45,000. Structure · reported at 45,000 miles
Verbatim from NHTSA filings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
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