Beginning in july 2011 the gas gauge became erratic. It would show 1/2 tank and 200miles to empty. Within 20 miles it would show low fuel and shortly after run out of gas. Around the same time the fuel tank would take a very long time to fill. The nozzle keeps kicking off as if the tank were full. The only way to fuel it is to gently squeeze the nozzle and trickle it in. The fastest it will take…
2007 Chrysler Pacifica fuel system problems
moderate 14 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,200 · see fuel system across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
14
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$1,200
When does it fail?
Of the 14 fuel system complaints filed for the 2007 Chrysler Pacifica, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 50,000-75,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
Among the 5 model years of Chrysler Pacifica in our records for fuel system problems, this one ranks #3 by owner-complaint volume.
No new NHTSA fuel system complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 14 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
The failure pattern owners describe
Buyer takeaway: The 2007 Pacifica has a well-documented fuel system defect affecting both pump hardware and fuel delivery control. Expect erratic gauges, stalling, slow/no-fill fueling, and expensive repeat repairs even after dealer work—Chrysler has issued no recalls or fixes despite numerous owner complaints.
Owners report a cascade of fuel system failures. The Pacifica has two fuel pumps; both fail prematurely, and the plastic evap tube connecting them cracks or snaps under stress—one dealer noted the defective pump lacked the 90-degree bend present on the replacement, suggesting a manufacturing inconsistency. Check engine lights illuminate with evap faults. Smoke tests confirm the cracked tube. One owner had new pumps fail again within 2,000 miles.
The fuel gauge is unreliable, dropping rapidly below half-tank, jumping erratically, or reading empty despite fuel present. Owners have replaced pumps, senders, modules, battery cables, and entire tanks without stopping the erratic behavior—indicating the defect lies deeper in the system design. Refueling becomes slow or impossible; the nozzle kicks off as if full, forcing owners to trickle fuel in at snail's pace or inject only 1–2 gallons per attempt.
Engine stalling occurs during normal driving, especially around curves and at low speeds. Loss of power steering and brakes follows, creating a safety hazard. One owner hit a pothole and found a two-inch gash in the plastic tank's unprotected front corner. Dealers report pumps arriving for replacement "like a revolving door"—many units coming in repeatedly. Chrysler has issued no recall, no technical service bulletin, and no warranty coverage. Customer service refuses escalation and ignores lemon law filings.
Same Chrysler Pacifica fuel system reports on nearby years: 2005 · 2006
Failure modes owners describe
Fuel pump failure
One or both of the two fuel pumps fail to deliver fuel, stopping work entirely or partially. Owners report replacement at 2,000 miles after prior pump replacement, and dealers report pumps arriving 'like a revolving door' for replacement. The plastic evap tube connecting the fuel pumps cracks or snaps due to hose stress or dimensional mismatch.
When: Variable; some at 126,000 miles, some as early as 2,000 miles after replacement
Symptoms owners cite: Engine cuts off or stalls while driving, especially at low speeds and curves; Car nearly stalls at red lights upon acceleration; Fuel will not transfer from one tank to the other; Car won't start, happens 4+ times per week in one case
Codes mentioned: P0440 (Evaporative Emission System Fault)
Repairs/costs cited: Fuel pump replacement; some owners report $900 to $1,100+ for dual pump replacement. Back-ordered items indicate frequency of failure. Smoke test reveals cracked plastic evap tube on fuel pump.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: No recalls or technical service bulletins issued per owner reports. Extended warranty does not cover repair. Chrysler customer service refused to engage or provide escalation path in multiple cases. Lemon law requests ignored.
Erratic or inaccurate fuel gauge
Fuel gauge reads incorrectly, displaying half-tank when nearly empty, jumping erratically, or reading empty even with fuel present. Gauge continues to fail after replacement of pumps, senders, modules, battery cables, and entire fuel tank—indicating a systemic design defect rather than simple component failure.
When: Beginning around 4–5 years of ownership; one case at 202,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Gauge shows 1/2 tank but vehicle runs out of gas within 20 miles; Gauge drops 10 miles per mile driven once below 1/2 tank; Gauge jumps 2–3 mile increments while stopped; Gauge reads empty despite fuel in tank; car won't start; Gauge suddenly drops to empty from half-full display
Repairs/costs cited: Owners replaced fuel pumps ($1,100), fuel gauge senders, fuel pump modules ($350), battery cables, entire fuel tanks, and PCM/BCM—all without resolving the issue. One owner spent hundreds on diagnostics with no resolution. No lasting fix identified.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Chrysler supervisor stated to owner 'the answer will remain the same,' suggesting predetermined non-action. Customer service ignored lemon law filings. One dealer told owner fuel gauges 'sometimes jump around'—minimizing the defect.
Slow or no-fill fuel tank condition
Fuel pump nozzle keeps kicking off at the pump as if tank is full, even though tank is not full. Owners can only trickle fuel in at very slow rates or inject less than 2 gallons at a time. Fuel splashes back out. Related to evap tube/hose design defect creating back-pressure.
When: Coincident with pump/evap system issues; one case from July 2011 onwards
Symptoms owners cite: Nozzle kicks off repeatedly during refueling; Can only add less than 2 gallons per refueling attempt; Fuel splashes out as if tank is full; Refueling takes extremely long periods; owner could count pump pennies
Repairs/costs cited: One owner was quoted $1,500+ for fuel pump and fuel tank replacement. No parts or repair costs explicitly successful in any narrative.
Evaporative emission system leak
Check engine light illuminates with evap system fault codes. Cracked or snapped plastic evap tube on fuel pump or rubber hose connection between dual fuel pumps either too short or shrunk over time, creating stress and failure. Fuel tank mounted above exhaust; small gasoline leaks onto hot exhaust system.
When: Variable; one case at 202,000 miles; one after hitting pothole
Symptoms owners cite: Check engine light and 'GASCAP' message display; Gasoline odor inside vehicle; Fuel leak visible from bottom of tank; Rapid fuel gauge drop after leak event
Codes mentioned: P0440 (Evaporative Emission System Fault), Evaporative Emission System Leak
Repairs/costs cited: Smoke test reveals cracked plastic tube. Fuel pump replacement required. One owner noted plastic tube at one pump lacks 90-degree bend while replacement pump has it—design inconsistency. Owner saved defective part for failure analysis. Gash in plastic gas tank ~2 inches long observed after pothole; tank has no front corner protection.
Gas cap / evap system warning
Check engine light illuminates with 'GASCAP' message. Tightening or replacing gas cap does not resolve the issue, indicating deeper evap system fault rather than cap failure.
Symptoms owners cite: Check engine light comes on; 'GASCAP' message appears in place of mileage display; Message persists after cap tightening and replacement
Codes mentioned: Evaporative Emission System Leak
Repairs/costs cited: New gas cap installed with no resolution. AutoZone diagnostic scan confirmed evap system leak.
Synthesized from 14 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 4 most recent
After my 2007 Chrysler pacifica fuel gauge gets below 1/2 tank, the gauge starts dropping at an alarming rate. If I drive 1 mile it reacts indicating as much as a 10 mile drop. While sitting at a stop light the gas gauge jumps around between 2 and 3 miles differences. I do not get a full 20 gallon drive from my vehicle. I can fill up the car but once the gauge indicates it's empty the car will…
A check engine light illuminated and the DTC code indicated a fault in fuel EVAP system. A smoke test on the system revealed that the plastic tube on the fuel pump had snapped off requiring a fuel pump replacement. The fuel pumps are connected by a hose which sits on top of the fuel tank. The connection point at the on the primary fuel pump snapped off. The fuel pump, and tank is mounted above…
The vehicle shuts off while driving at low speeds mostly it happens when going around curves. I took it to the dealership they were not able to find any problems with it they just said they could replace the 2 fuel pumps for $900 but could not guarantee that would fix the problem. I did not have the pumps changed. When the vehicle shuts off loss of power assist steering is lost and power…
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Common questions
How serious is the fuel system problem on the 2007 Chrysler Pacifica?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 14 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $1,200 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the fuel system typically fail?
Across the 13 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most fuel system failures cluster between 56,000 and 102,000 miles, with the median around 73,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 56,000; a quarter make it past 102,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,200 for fuel system 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 fuel system?
No active recalls currently cover fuel system 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.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2007/Chrysler/Pacifica.
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