2026 Chrysler Pacifica problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Power Train (2) · Suspension (1) · Service Brakes, Hydraulic (1)
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Safety recalls (5)
Electronic Stability Control (Esc) 2026-09-01 · campaign 26V561000 · 2,017 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Chrysler Voyager, Chrysler Pacifica, and 2026 Chrysler Voyager Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. The brake pedal position sensor capacitor may be cracked, which can cause a loss of electronic stability control. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Risk: A loss of electronic stability control increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace brake pedal position sensor, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 17, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 69D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 9, 2026.
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera 2026-08-13 · campaign 26V531000 · 844,028 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Compass, Jeep Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer L, Ram Promaster, Ram Promaster EV, Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid, Chrysler Voyager, and 2026-2027 Chrysler Pacifica and Dodge Charger vehicles. The rearview camera image may fail to display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requi
Risk: A rearview camera image that fails to display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Radio software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 2, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 78D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 20, 2026.
Air Bags:frontal 2026-06-02 · campaign 26V358000 · 141 vehicles
Defect: Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain 2023-2026 Chrysler Pacifica and Voyager vehicles. The spring inside the front seat harness connector may contact electrical terminals.
Risk: The unintended connection may prevent the air bags from deploying, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the spring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 16, 2026. Owners may contact Braun's customer service at 1-800-488-0359.
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility:wheelchair Restraints/Securement:critical Fasteners 2026-05-11 · campaign 26V296000 · 476 vehicles
Defect: Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain 2023-2026 Chrysler Pacifica vehicles. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
Risk: An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Braun will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 16, 2026. Owners may contact Braun's customer service at 1-800-488-0359 or Q'Straint's customer service at 1-800-987-9987.
Air Bags:side/Window:curtain 2026-03-26 · campaign 26V189000 · 293,264 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Pacifica and Voyager vehicles. The right and left side curtain air bags may have insufficient pressure retention. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
Risk: Air bags with insufficient pressure retention increase the risk of ejection and injury during a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the side curtain air bags, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 14, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's numbers for this recall are 06D, 10D, and 11D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 2, 2026. This recall expands and replaces previous NHTSA recall numbers 25V302 and 25V573. Vehicles previously repaired under a prior recal
Service bulletins (152)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Electrical System 2026-10-15 · 9100936 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
fuse block underhood - pwr dis a/c blowing hot air or not working. a/c relay clutch not operating, dealers are unnecessary replacing pdcs. battery disconnection is required to reset pcm. please follow sol s2624000004.
Power Train 2026-10-13 · 9100931 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
differential rear axle some awd chrysler pacificas are exhibiting a grinding noise coming from the ptu when it's shifting from 2wd to awd. c1477-48 may also be present. to engage awd, the dtcm energizes the hydraulic pump inside the rdm to apply the torque transfer clutch. this allows the propeller
Electrical System 2026-10-12 · 9100930 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
inspect wiring harnesses, connectors, terminals, power and ground circuits, and verify proper system signals before replacing ru blower motor, with pn#68308952ad
Electrical System 2026-10-02 · S2621000006 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
note: document released 10/2/2026. multiple warning indicators on in the ipc. esm - prndl flashing. and the vehicle will not shift into gear. the wipers may be on, with an electric parking brake unavailable.
Power Train 2026-10-02 · S2621000005 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
shifter/esm prndl indicators remain off after drained battery event and jump start
Electrical System 2026-09-30 · 114953 · Warranty Program/Extension
d-22-14 rev. g witech new vehicle prep (nvp) update – battery health and tire pressure monitoring
Showing the 6 most recent of 152 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-09-03 · Power Train“when driving on freeway the vehicle overheated and engine warning light flashed and had to come to stop at side of freeway. the vehicle had lost its coolant from a rear heater hose connection. the car was towed to dealer and the repair comment was that a part was deformed from mis-assembly (or words to that effect) - rear heater core fitting clip d…”
2026-08-26 · Unknown Or Other · 🔥 fire“on 8/9/2026, two days after purchasing the aforementioned brand-new vehicle (8/7/2026), the vehicle experienced a fire in the undercarriage below the engine while i was driving with my wife and our [xxx] daughter in the vehicle. while driving in traffic, we noticed a strong smell that appeared to be burning rubber but did not initially realize the…”
2026-08-21 · Seats · 230 mi“the contact owns a 2026 chrysler pacifica. the contact stated that on the day of purchasing the vehicle, the contact tested the electronic motor resistance-sensing system for the third-row seats; however, the seat failed to stop and reverse and continued to move. the contact attempted to stop the seat from moving forward, but the seat overpowered t…”
2026-07-24 · Service Brakes · 💥 crash“i was traveling on the dc beltway (interstate), it was raining and the temp was in the low 50s. the vehicle in front of me hit their brakes pretty hard. i started braking firmly myself. i heard an alarm sound and i believe the anti-lock braking activated, and the van began automatically braking itself. i was brought to a complete stop on the inters…”
2026-07-21 · Air Bags“the contact owns a 2026 chrysler pacifica. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 26v189000 (air bags). the vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the contact was informed that the parts were ordered. the contact stated that parts were ordered two months ago, and the parts had not yet been delivered. the manufacturer was made awa…”
2026-07-13 · Electrical System · 700 mi“the contact owns a 2026 chrysler pacifica. the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, several unknown warning lights were illuminated. the contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the parking brake independently enabled and caused the battery to drain. roadside assistance was contacted. the roadside assistance driver re…”
2026-07-06 · Unknown Or Other“when driving, the rear passenger interior trim cup holder heats up to an unsafe temperature. the vehicle was in the shop for 4 weeks and i was told this is normal and it was because of radiant heat from the axel/wheel well. after driving approximately 100 miles, i used a temperature gun to screen the area. the hotspot was 126 degrees, with t…”
2026-05-25 · Power Train“driving down a busy section of highway on i-25 in colorado, without warning car lost all power and shutoff. was able to veer off highway to shoulder without getting hit. car will not restart. this was incredibly unsettling as my family and kids were all in the car on the way home and was a very dangerous situation. for a brand new vehicle to shut …”
2026-05-16 · Unknown Or Other“we were stopped for fuel. prior to fueling we turned off the engine and opened the fuel door, inserting the gas nozzle and then began to pump fuel. while the nozzle was running, a passenger opened the sliding door by pressing the auto open button - and the door slid into the hand of the individual holding the fuel nozzle, crushing his hand b…”
2026-01-14 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 5,000 mi“the contact owns a 2026 chrysler pacifica. the contact stated that while driving 5-10 mph, the brakes locked up. the contact stated that the parking brake unexpectedly engaged and failed to release. the driver’s side rear wheel locked up. the check engine warning light was illuminated. the vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it was diagnos…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.