2005 Chrysler Pacifica vs 2005 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.
| Metric | 2005 Chrysler Pacifica | 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,244 | 2,051 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 92 | 117 |
| Investigations | 5 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 25 | 82 |
| Fire reports | 13 | 24 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–18 | 14–17 |
| Median reported mileage | 98,945 mi | 80,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chrysler Pacifica | Jeep Grand Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 94 | 927 |
| Structure | 413 | 405 |
| Power Train | 130 | 253 |
| Engine | 224 | 134 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 211 | 78 |
| Suspension | 187 | 22 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 4 | 163 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 58 | 88 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 484 | 0 |
| Stalling | 231 | 282 |
| Vibration / shaking | 57 | 35 |
| Clunking / rattling | 40 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 27 | 58 |
| Hesitation / surging | 24 | 51 |
| Brake problems | 15 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 10 | 16 |
2005 Chrysler Pacifica
2005 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.