TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHRYSLER PACIFICA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A LOUD ABNORMAL NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT ENGINE CRADLE WAS CORRODED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 91,000.
2005 Chrysler Pacifica engine problems
moderate 273 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $3,100
Complaints
273
Recalls
0
Crashes
1
Avg fix
$3,100
What owners are reporting 4 most recent
WHEN I INITIALLY PURCHASED MY VEHICLE, 2005 CHRYSLER PACIFICA, FROM GENESIS AUTO SALES LOCATED AT 1005 SPRINGDALE RD IN AUSTIN, TX. 78721 THERE WAS NOISE BY THE FRONT LEFT TIRE. AFTER BRINGING THIS TO THE COMPANIES ATTENTION THEY AGREED TO FIX IT. THE KEPT THE VEHICLE ABOUT A WEEK. THE DAY I PICKED IT UP MY FATHER LOOKED IT OVER AND FOUND DUCT TAPE ON THE PART, CV JOINT. I TOOK THE VEHICLE BACK AN…
I HAVE PREVIOUSLY REPORTED A PROBLEM WITH THE 2005 CHRYSLER PACIFICA STALLING WHEN TURNING. THE PROBLEM HAS PROGRESSIVELY WORSENED. THIS MONTH ALONE, (DECEMBER 2011) THE CAR HAS STALLED 5 TIMES. I AM AFRAID TO DRIVE THE CAR FOR FEAR THAT I WILL CRASH WHEN IT STALLS. THERE ARE SO MANY CHRYSLER PACIFICA OWNERS THAT ARE REPORTING THE SAME PROBLEM. ALONG WITH THE STALLING ISSUE, THE GAS PEDAL STICK…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHRYSLER PACIFICA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE WOULD VIOLENTLY VIBRATE UPON SHIFTING INTO DRIVE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC AND THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE MOTOR MOUNTS WERE FRACTURED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND THE CONTACT WAS AWAITING ASSISTANCE. THE FAILURE AND THE CURRENT MILEAGES W…
Common questions
How serious is the engine problem on the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 273 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $3,100 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the engine typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $3,100 for engine repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to engine?
No active recalls currently cover engine issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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