Model year record

2018 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-IN Hybrid

6 recall campaigns on file for this model year. 384 owner complaints on file.

Recalls

Recall campaignNHTSA 24V536000

Hybrid propulsion system

Component
Hybrid propulsion system
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Vehicles affected
15,910
Reported to NHTSA
2024-07-18
Owners notified
2024-12-12

Defect description

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles that received a software update remedy under NHTSA recall number 22V-077. The battery pack may cause a vehicle fire when parked, even with the ignition in the "Off" position.

Safety risk

A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Owners are advised not to charge their vehicles, and to park outside and away from structures, until they are repaired. Dealers will update the high voltage battery pack control module (BPCM) software. In addition, dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the battery pack assembly. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed August 1, 2024. Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is 73B. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 22V-077 will need to have the new remedy completed.

Recall campaignNHTSA 22V077000

Hybrid propulsion system

Component
Hybrid propulsion system
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Vehicles affected
16,741
Reported to NHTSA
2022-02-11
Owners notified
2022-10-06

Defect description

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEV). A vehicle fire can occur when parked, even with the ignition in the "Off" position.

Safety risk

A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Owners are advised not to recharge their vehicles, and to park outside and away from structures, until they are repaired. Dealers will update the high voltage battery pack control module (BPCM) software. In addition, dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the battery pack assembly. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Interim letters, informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on February 25, 2022. Final owner notification letters were mailed October 6, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is Z11. This recall is superseded by NHTSA recall 24V-538.

Recall campaignNHTSA 20V334000

Electrical system: wiring: interior/under dash

Component
Electrical system: wiring: interior/under dash
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Vehicles affected
23,079
Reported to NHTSA
2020-06-09
Owners notified
2020-07-30

Defect description

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles ("PHEV"). The 12 volt isolator post located behind the driver's seat may develop high resistance.

Safety risk

A high resistance electrical connection may result in the connection overheating, increasing the risk of a fire with the vehicle on or off.

Manufacturer remedy

FCA will conduct a voluntary safety recall on affected vehicles to increase the torque and install a waterproof gasket to the 12v isolator post, the post will also be inspected for signs of contamination. In the event the post is compromised, the 12v isolator post and associated cables will be replaced. Until the final remedy is available, customers should bring their vehicles to dealers for an interim inspection of this joint. The recall remedy is currently under development. FCA US LLC will notify owners, and dealers will perform an interim inspection of this joint. If the inspection indicates the joint is compromised, owners will receive a loaner vehicle, until a final remedy is developed. Interim notifications are expected to begin around June 22, 2020. The recall began July 30, 2020. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is W46. Note: Consumers are advised to exercise the following precautions until the vehicle has the final repair completed: do not park these vehicles inside of buildings or structures, or near other vehicles. Additionally, keep liquids out of the backseat area, including but not limited to beverages, wet items, umbrellas, or bottled liquids that may leak.

Recall campaignNHTSA 19V143000

Suspension: front: control arm: lower arm

Component
Suspension: front: control arm: lower arm
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Vehicles affected
47,771
Reported to NHTSA
2019-02-28
Owners notified
2019-04-26

Defect description

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica hybrid vehicles. The right front lower control arm may separate from the steering knuckle.

Safety risk

A control arm separation could increase the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the right front knuckle and lower control arm for damage, replacing the components as necessary. The right front lower control arm knuckle pinch bolt will be replaced with a larger-diameter pinch bolt. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began April 26, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V15.

Recall campaignNHTSA 18V740000

Hybrid propulsion system

Component
Hybrid propulsion system
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Vehicles affected
10,260
Reported to NHTSA
2018-10-19
Owners notified
2018-11-15

Defect description

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid Electric vehicles (PHEV). After the vehicle has been operating in PHEV propulsion mode, the gas-fueled engine may not restart properly resulting in unburned fuel entering the exhaust catalyst.

Safety risk

The improperly started engine could result in a loss of motive power increasing the risk of a crash or the unburned fuel in the catalyst may ignite increasing the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

FCA will notify owners, and dealers will update the powertrain controller module software, and inspect and replace the catalytic converter as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 15, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U94.

Recall campaignNHTSA 18V524000

Electrical system: wiring: front underhood

Component
Electrical system: wiring: front underhood
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Vehicles affected
12,779
Reported to NHTSA
2018-08-09
Owners notified
2018-10-02

Defect description

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles. The powertrain control module may be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that may fail, causing a stall or a no start condition.

Safety risk

A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U87.

Owner complaints

A complaint is one person's report to a federal agency. It is not a finding.

ComponentComplaintsMedian mileage
Electrical system844,900 mi
Hybrid propulsion system73
Engine645,029 mi
Power train395,029 mi
Unknown or other364,500 mi
Fuel/propulsion system202,000 mi
Vehicle speed control143,700 mi
Service brakes7680 mi
Steering7500 mi
Structure: body55,029 mi
Suspension5200 mi
Electronic stability control (ESC)41,123 mi
Exterior lighting43,300 mi
Forward collision avoidance41,283 mi
Electrical system: 12V/24V/48V battery3101,000 mi
Seats381,000 mi
Forward collision avoidance: warnings2
Hybrid propulsion system: inverter25,492 mi
Back over prevention: rearview system braking1
Back over prevention: warnings1
Engine and engine cooling1
Lane departure: assist1
Parking brake112,350 mi
Seat belts1
Suspension: front: control arm: lower arm142,570 mi
Visibility/wiper115,000 mi

The 2017 model has 3 times as many complaints as this one. The 2019 model has 4 times as many complaints as this one. These figures reflect raw complaint counts, not failure rates. Higher-selling model years naturally receive more complaints.

Open investigations

An investigation is not a recall. It indicates that NHTSA is currently evaluating an alleged defect but has not reached a final determination.

RQ24004Loss of motive power due to an internal wiring connector short.

Electrical system: wiring

RQ24001Ignition-off high voltage battery fire (Remedy effectiveness of Recall 22V-077)

Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery

Safety recall repairs are provided free of charge by franchised dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. This page displays aggregated data for the model year. To check recall status for a specific vehicle, search its VIN at nhtsa.gov.