2022 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid problems & reliability
116 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Complaints are unverified reports submitted by owners to the federal Office of Defects Investigation.
Each complaint is counted once (by NHTSA case number), even when it names several components.
Most reported problems
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train → | 55 | 47% |
| Engine → | 53 | 46% |
| Electrical System → | 40 | 34% |
| Unknown / Other | 22 | 19% |
| Fuel/propulsion System → | 21 | 18% |
| Vehicle Speed Control → | 10 | 9% |
| Hybrid Propulsion System | 7 | 6% |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 3 | 3% |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 3% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1% |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.
All 15 reported components →Common symptoms owners describe
Keyword analysis of complaint narratives; one complaint can describe several symptoms.
Complaints by incident year
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2022 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid. The contact stated that the rear driver's side and passenger's side seat mounting latches fractured, causing the seats to recline unintendedly. The local dealer was notified of the failure and confirmed that the VIN was not included in a recall. The contact…”
Seats · filed Sep 16, 2026
“The contact owns a 2022 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In-Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH, another vehicle attempted to make a turn in front of the contact's vehicle. The contact engaged the parking brake, and the vehicle stopped abruptly; however, the passenger's side third-row seat belt failed to…”
Seat Belts · filed Jun 23, 2026
“The contact owns a 2022 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the message "Vehicle was Shutting Down" and a "Red Turtle" symbol was displayed. The contact stated that the engine was running but gradually lost motive power and stalled. The vehicle was turned off and…”
Engine · filed Aug 11, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Federal defect investigations
- Loss of motive power due to an internal wiring connector short.
Recall Query RQ24004 · opened Feb 27, 2024 · open
- Transmission fault leading to loss of motive power
Preliminary Evaluation PE22008 · opened Jul 22, 2022 · closed Mar 27, 2024 · led to recall 23V010
Technical service bulletins
203 manufacturer communications (TSBs, service campaigns, warranty extensions) are on file with NHTSA for the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid. The 10 most recent:
Compressor - air conditioning
114507 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Sep 10, 2026
Compressor - air conditioning
114505 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Sep 10, 2026
Passive Entry O/S Dr Handle Prior to replacing an inoperative passive entry door handle, perform Star Online S2623000040.
9100900 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Sep 8, 2026
Evaporator - air conditioning
113550 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 21, 2026
Evaporator - air conditioning
113551 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 21, 2026
Passive Entry O/S Dr Handle Prior to replacing an inoperative passive entry door handle, perform Star Online S2623000040.
9100860 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 7, 2026
Hose and tube - egr coolant
113280 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 6, 2026
Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) and Radio Compass Display has Dashes (--)
S2508000025 REV.A · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 26, 2026
Backup Camera Poor Image Quality Inspection
S2208000045 REV.D · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 26, 2026
Calibration Requirements For The Power Sliding Door Module (PSDM).
S2623000046 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 25, 2026
TSBs are repair guidance manufacturers send to dealers — they are not recalls and repairs are not automatically free. Full documents are available on NHTSA’s site.
Safety recalls
No NHTSA recall campaigns name the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid in our current data. Recalls may apply only to certain VIN ranges — always confirm with a VIN check.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →Buying a used 2022 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid?
- · Decode the seller’s VIN with our free VIN decoder to confirm the exact year, engine and trim.
- · Check for unrepaired recalls by VIN on NHTSA’s official lookup — recall repairs are free.