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RecallGazette

Vehicle problems, recalls & safety intelligence

2008 Chrysler Pacifica vs 2008 Ford Escape

Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.

Metric2008 Chrysler Pacifica2008 Ford Escape
NHTSA complaints1021,972
Recall campaigns03
Service bulletins (TSBs)6041
Investigations03
Crash reports259
Fire reports46
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)17–1819–32
Median reported incident mileage78,000 mi100,000 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentChrysler PacificaFord Escape
Steering101,125
Power Train14329
Vehicle Speed Control4175
Electrical System24135
Service Brakes3120
Engine2183
Structure1441
Engine and Engine Cooling1138

Symptoms owners describe

Stalling2292
Rust / corrosion1134
Loss of power6133
Steering problems0233
Vibration / shaking0156
Hesitation / surging061
Clunking / rattling024
Won’t start023

Compare all Chrysler Pacifica vs Ford Escape years →

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.