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severe 195 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $850 · see electrical across all vehicles →
Of the 195 electrical complaints filed for the 2018 Chrysler Pacifica, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 0-25,000 mi.
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.
Among the 12 model years of Chrysler Pacifica in our records for electrical problems, this one ranks #2 by owner-complaint volume.
Electrical accounts for 24% of all owner complaints filed against this vehicle, across 12 categories tracked.
If the MPR is engaged unintentionally, the vehicle could roll away striking and injuring a bystander or cause a crash.
Vehicle was at red light when started to smell something burning then smoke from the hood and vents inside the van. Then when the hood is popped tithe flames got worse. The fire started on the right rear side of engine compartment around the radiator reservoir.
While driving on the freeway, the van suddenly started to ‘drag’ and alarm that the start/stop system was unavailable. I was barely able to pull off the freeway before the van completely stopped moving and would not start up again.
The sliding side doors and rear tailgate open when I'm driving the vehicle!!!!! Also when you push button shut the side doors they shut, then open again repeatedly, no obstacles or debris in the tracks, this is purely electrical on a vehicle that has 42,000 miles. The back tailgate opened today on my wife while she was driving, this vehicle has not been in an accident orw water damage either.
Tl* the contact owns a 2018 Chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the entire theater system failed and the backup system would become stuck in camera mode while driving. The failure intermittently occurred. The contact stated that the software on the tv monitor and the video module under the passenger seat were replaced and updated at coast auto center Chevrolet (530 chetco ave, brookings,…
Tl* the contact owns a 2018 Chrysler pacifica. The contact stated that the vehicle's horn did not work. An independent mechanic stated that the horn was built without a fuse and that one needed to be installed. While driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle lost power without warning. The vehicle was taken to dadeland Chrysler Dodge (16501 s dixie hwy, miami, fl 33157), but was not diagnosed or…
It's a meaningful issue. 195 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $850.
Across the 98 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most electrical failures cluster between 8,000 and 32,000 miles, with the median around 15,680. A quarter of owners report trouble before 8,000; a quarter make it past 32,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
Independent shops typically charge around $850 for electrical 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.
Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover electrical 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.