Look — Chrysler's body and structural story is well-documented in the NHTSA file, and it ain't pretty. 933 complaints across 39 year-model entries from 2005 to 2021. Not a small number. 2005 Chrysler Pacifica leads the list, but the same issue shows up across multiple years on the same platform. 1 fatality report on file with NHTSA tied to this category on Chrysler vehicles. That elevates this from nuisance to safety-critical. Repair exposure averages $1,500, which is meaningful money outside warranty. Across the 631 complaints reporting odometer mileage, the median failure lands at about 89,767 miles. For trucks especially, get under it with a flashlight. Frame rust on rust-belt vehicles tells you everything you need to know about how it was kept.
Chrysler body problems
933 owner complaints filed with NHTSA against Chrysler vehicles for body issues. 1 active recall campaign. See body across all makes →
Worst-affected Chrysler model-years for body Top 25 by complaint volume
Active recalls — Chrysler body 1 on file
On certain passenger vehicles, the hood latch striker may break and allow the hood to open while driving
If the hood opens while driving, a crash could occur without prior warning.
Common questions
How many Chrysler body complaints are on file with NHTSA?
933 complaints across 39 model-year entries from 2005 to 2021. 1 active recall campaigns cover body issues across the Chrysler lineup.
Which Chrysler model has the most body complaints?
The 2005 Chrysler Pacifica leads with 268 complaints in this category. Next: 2006 Pacifica (141) and 2005 Crossfire (91).
What does it cost to fix Chrysler body problems?
Independent shops average $1,500 for body repairs across the Chrysler lineup. Dealer pricing tends to run twenty to forty percent higher. Specific cost depends on the failure mode and parts availability.
Are there Chrysler body recalls?
Yes — 1 active recall campaign covers body on Chrysler vehicles. Recall fixes are free regardless of mileage or warranty status. The list below shows current campaigns with their NHTSA numbers.