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2017 · Chrysler
Chrysler Pacifica problems
1,458 owners have filed defect reports on this one. That's not a small number. 4 active recall campaigns on file.
Reliability score
5.8 / 10
Average for the segment. Some recurring trouble spots worth knowing about.
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Critical
4
Severe
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Moderate
Should you avoid this 2017 Pacifica?
High-risk ownership
Repair exposure runs above average — only with money set aside and eyes open.
Cruise-control: 42 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 10,000–32,000 mi
Body: 40 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 12,000–43,000 mi
Reliability score 5.8/10 — around the segment average
4 recall campaigns on file
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What owners are saying
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2017 Pacifica· powertrain
2017 Chrysler pacifica. Consumer writes in regards to electrical issues. *ld the consumer stated the vehicle slams into gear. The transmission was replaced twice, but the failure recurred. There was a rattling noise under the driver's side. The vehicle failed to start leaving…
I was driving on the street thankfully at a lower speed about 25 MPH and the power steering suddenly gave out. It then came back randomly while turning. It did that multiple times before I was able to get it to the dealer. I have been told it is an electrical problem. It has…
Vehicle purchased in december 2016 for $44,000 from safford of fredericksburg. On october 14, 2017, I was driving with my wife, three children and mother-in-law and experienced a loud malfunction that rendered the car inoperable. Luckily we were not on the highway at the time…
We bought this vehicle from a local dealer in March (9months ago) in the time we’ve had it… it’s been in the shop for about 6 of them. 1- About 3 weeks after the purchase it shut off while I was driving on the highway. We then took it to the dealership in Jasper, Ga bc the…
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Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2017 Pacifica vehicles manufactured February 22, 2016, through April 28, 2016
If passengers occupying the third-row and/or second-row center seats cannot use a seat belt, there is an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the third-row and, if necessary, second-row center overhead seat belt stow bezel, free of charge. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S42.
Vantage Mobility International, LLC (VMI) is recalling certain 2017 Chrysler Pacifica lowered floor vehicles modified by VMI
A wheel wobble may cause a possible loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: VMI will notify owners, and dealers will replace the pinion brackets, free of charge. The recall began on August 14, 2017. Owners may contact VMI customer service at 1-800-488-9082. VMI's number for this recall is PAC20170728.
Vantage Mobility International, LLC (Vantage Mobility) is recalling certain 2017 Chrysler Pacifica lowered floor vans modified by Vantage Mobility for wheelchair accessibility
The crossed rear brake lines will cause the rear anti-lock brake system to be ineffective, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Vantage Mobility will notify owners, and dealers will correct the rear brake line attachments, free of charge. The recall began on July 3, 2017. Owners may contact Vantage Mobility customer service at 1-800-488-9082. Vantage Mobility's number for this recall is Pac-20170525.
It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 5.8 out of 10 based on 1,458 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica has a higher-than-average rate of reported issues. The areas to watch are listed above. Whether it's worth owning depends on price, condition, and how much repair exposure you can absorb.
Should you avoid the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica?
The 2017 Chrysler Pacifica is a higher-risk ownership prospect. Repair exposure runs above average — only with money set aside and eyes open. The record behind that call: Cruise-control: 42 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 10,000–32,000 mi; Body: 40 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 12,000–43,000 mi; Reliability score 5.8/10 — around the segment average; 4 recall campaigns on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What's the most common problem on the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is powertrain, with 417 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 33,886 miles. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The powertrain is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 33,886 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Chrysler Pacifica has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2017 Chrysler Pacifica?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 1,458 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $2,500, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.
Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database, last synced 8 hours ago. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2017/Chrysler/Pacifica.
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