2018 Chrysler Pacifica vs 2018 Honda Odyssey
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 | 2018 Chrysler Pacifica | 2018 Honda Odyssey |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 832 | 949 |
| Recall campaigns | 12 | 16 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 469 | 278 |
| Investigations | 4 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 27 | 13 |
| Fire reports | 14 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–32 | 22 |
| Median reported mileage | 15,000 mi | 27,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chrysler Pacifica | Honda Odyssey |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 366 | 183 |
| Electrical System | 280 | 246 |
| Power Train | 153 | 159 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 14 | 187 |
| Steering | 150 | 13 |
| Lane Departure | 6 | 128 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 47 | 76 |
| Structure | 19 | 95 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 136 | 104 |
| Check engine light | 113 | 39 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 78 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 56 | 38 |
| Overheating | 53 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 26 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 20 | 21 |
| Hesitation / surging | 19 | 64 |
2018 Chrysler Pacifica
2018 Honda Odyssey
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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.