2017 Chrysler Pacifica vs 2018 Chrysler Pacifica
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2017 Chrysler Pacifica | 2018 Chrysler Pacifica |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,519 | 869 |
| Recall campaigns | 11 | 12 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 534 | 470 |
| Investigations | 3 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 46 | 27 |
| Fire reports | 10 | 14 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–32 | 22–32 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 27,000 mi | 15,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chrysler Pacifica | Chrysler Pacifica |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 522 | 373 |
| Electrical System | 389 | 287 |
| Power Train | 468 | 155 |
| Steering | 276 | 174 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 89 | 35 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 68 | 47 |
| Service Brakes | 82 | 31 |
| Structure | 62 | 19 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 255 | 138 |
| Check engine light | 150 | 117 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 95 | 81 |
| Shifting problems | 90 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 82 | 58 |
| Hesitation / surging | 71 | 19 |
| Overheating | 48 | 55 |
| Vibration / shaking | 42 | 22 |
2017 Chrysler Pacifica
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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.