2025 Chrysler Pacifica vs 2025 Kia Carnival
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2025 Chrysler Pacifica | 2025 Kia Carnival |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 28 | 124 |
| Recall campaigns | 9 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 200 | 48 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–30 | 21–33 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chrysler Pacifica | Kia Carnival |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 82 |
| Engine | 5 | 15 |
| Air Bags | 9 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 8 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 5 | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 3 |
| Power Train | 3 | 5 |
| Structure | 2 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Battery drain | 0 | 32 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 7 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 5 |
2025 Chrysler Pacifica
2025 Kia Carnival
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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.