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.
| Metric | 2008 Chrysler Pacifica | 2008 Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 102 | 1,972 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 60 | 41 |
| Investigations | 0 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 59 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–18 | 19–32 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 78,000 mi | 100,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chrysler Pacifica | Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 10 | 1,125 |
| Power Train | 14 | 329 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 175 |
| Electrical System | 24 | 135 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 120 |
| Engine | 21 | 83 |
| Structure | 14 | 41 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 11 | 38 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 22 | 92 |
| Rust / corrosion | 11 | 34 |
| Loss of power | 6 | 133 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 233 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 156 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 61 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 24 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 23 |
2008 Chrysler Pacifica
2008 Ford Escape
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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.