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2004 Chrysler Pacifica vs 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.

Metric2004 Chrysler Pacifica2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
NHTSA complaints8961,294
Recall campaigns28
Service bulletins (TSBs)10781
Investigations34
Crash reports32110
Fire reports3025
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)1715–16
Median reported incident mileage98,255 mi63,384 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentChrysler PacificaJeep Grand Cherokee
Structure32336
Air Bags25325
Electrical System109144
Visibility28202
Engine14135
Seats24149
Engine and Engine Cooling11755
Service Brakes, Hydraulic10142

Symptoms owners describe

Rust / corrosion34816
Stalling9673
Vibration / shaking3286
Clunking / rattling290
Check engine light2321
Won’t start140
Hesitation / surging1320
Electrical failures723
2004 Chrysler Pacifica
2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee

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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.