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2017 Chrysler Pacifica seatbelts problems

moderate Owners of the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica have filed 9 NHTSA complaints about the seatbelts at roughly $500 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See seatbelts across all vehicles →

Complaints
9
Recalls
2
Avg fix
$500
seatbelts complaints on the Chrysler Pacifica, by model year
Model yearseatbelts complaints
2017 Pacifica (this page) 9
2018 Pacifica 3
What stands out

Of the 4 model years of Chrysler Pacifica we track for seatbelts problems, this one carries the most owner complaints on file — 9.

All 2 active seatbelts recalls on this vehicle land at critical or severe — none classified moderate.

Related recalls

severe NHTSA 16V490000 June 30, 2016

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.
severe NHTSA 17V542000 August 31, 2017

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica vehicles equipped with the 8-passenger seating option

Inadvertent unlatching of the left outboard seat belt can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a shorter second-row seat belt buckle, free of charge. The recall began October 26, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T54.

Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins

The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering seatbelts on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.

Service Bulletin S1808000233RevA Feb 2021

The Passive Entry Door Handle Does Not Unlock The Door And B25A3-00 Or B25A4-00 May Be Active

full bulletin at NHTSA ↗
Service Bulletin 23-047-17 Nov 2017

Seat Pops or Clicks After Seatback Is Adjusted This bulletin involves adjusting the recliner cable on the second row quad seats. The customer may describe after adjusting one or both of the inboard seat upper seatbacks, a pop or clicking noise can be heard.

full bulletin at NHTSA ↗
Service Bulletin 9003687 Mar 2017

Restraints Remove I-Sheet from packaging. Correct information sheet (I-Sheet) has been added to Star Parts. Print I-Sheet for technician use.

full bulletin at NHTSA ↗
Service Bulletin 9003687 Mar 2017

Restraints Remove I-Sheet from packaging. Correct information sheet (I-Sheet) has been added to Star Parts. Print I-Sheet for technician use.

full bulletin at NHTSA ↗
Service Bulletin 9003681 Mar 2017

Restraints Information Sheet (I-Sheet) has been added to Star Parts. Print I-Sheet for technician use.

full bulletin at NHTSA ↗

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.

What owners are reporting 0 most recent

Had seatbelts trouble with your 2017 Chrysler Pacifica? File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.

Common questions

How serious is the seatbelts problem on the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica?

It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 9 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $500 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.

At what mileage does the seatbelts typically fail?

Based on the 9 complaints filed, seatbelts issues most often appear around 30,000 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.

What does it cost to fix?

Independent shops typically charge around $500 for seatbelts 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 seatbelts?

Yes — 2 active recall(s) cover seatbelts issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.

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/2017/Chrysler/Pacifica. 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. Some links on this page are affiliate links.
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