AIR BAG-SIDE CURTAIN
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2022 Chrysler Pacifica airbags problems
moderate Owners of the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica have filed 8 NHTSA complaints about the airbags at roughly $1,100 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See airbags across all vehicles →
Complaints
8
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$1,100
| Model year | airbags complaints |
|---|---|
| 2018 Pacifica | 7 |
| 2020 Pacifica | 4 |
| 2021 Pacifica | 3 |
| 2022 Pacifica (this page) | 8 |
| 2023 Pacifica | 30 |
| 2024 Pacifica | 9 |
| 2025 Pacifica | 6 |
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering airbags 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.
AIR BAG-SIDE CURTAIN
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗It has been identified that the Vehicle Health Reports could at times report there is a vehicle issue which requires immediate service when there is not actually a vehicle issue.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗UPD UFD UBD UED UBC UEC Radio Enhancements This bulletin involves inspecting the software level and updating the software if needed. The software will be updated to 141.01.12.00. Customers may experience one or more of the following:Phone notification volume pops up while switching between driver profiles. Media widget gets "blacked out" on SXM? after switching user profiles. In light theme mode and in balance/fade menu, hard to see the position icon. In shortcuts menu pulled down from status bar, the right side arrow is highlighted like it can be selected. This should be greyed out like the left arrow. Compass not showing or showing incorrect direction. When on a phone call with wireless co
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗UPD UFD UBD UED UBC UEC Radio Enhancements This bulletin involves inspecting the software level and updating the software if needed. The software will be updated to 141.01.12.00. Customers may experience one or more of the following: Phone notification volume pops up while switching between driver profiles. Media widget gets "blacked out" on SXM? after switching user profiles. In light theme mode and in balance/fade menu, hard to see the position icon. In shortcuts menu pulled down from status bar, the right side arrow is highlighted like it can be selected. This should be greyed out like the left arrow. Loss of SXM? radio saved presets. Compass not showing or showing incorrect direction. Wh
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
The contact owns a 2022 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V302000 (Air Bags). The dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were limited, with only one kit provided per week, and that a waiting list was in place. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made…
The contact owns a 2022 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V302000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not…
Had airbags trouble with your 2022 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 airbags problem on the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 8 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $1,100 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the airbags 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 $1,100 for airbags 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 airbags?
No active recalls currently cover airbags 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/2022/Chrysler/Pacifica.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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