Look — Chrysler's brake story is well-documented in the NHTSA file, and it ain't pretty. 531 complaints across 42 year-model entries from 2005 to 2023. Not a small number. 2005 Chrysler Pacifica leads the list, but the same issue shows up across multiple years on the same platform. 9 fire reports on the federal record — not common in this category but documented and worth weight. Repair cost runs around $450 on average — relatively low for an aggregated category. Across the 300 complaints reporting odometer mileage, the median failure lands at about 42,554 miles. Pulsing, grinding, soft pedal — none of those should sit more than a week. Brake problems compound fast on a vehicle already on the list.
ProblemsByVin CHRYSLER / BRAKES
42 model-year entries · 2005–2023
Chrysler brakes problems
531 owner complaints filed with NHTSA against Chrysler vehicles for brakes issues. 2 active recall campaigns. See brakes across all makes →
Complaints
531
Recalls
2
Year-models
42
Avg fix
$450
56crashes
9fires
27injuries
Worst-affected Chrysler model-years for brakes Top 25 by complaint volume
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25
2005 Chrysler Pacifica
68 complaints · ~$450 moderate
2019 Chrysler Pacifica
39 complaints · ~$450 severe
2011 Chrysler Town and Country
39 complaints · ~$450 severe
2017 Chrysler Pacifica
34 complaints · 1 recall · ~$450 severe
2006 Chrysler Pacifica
32 complaints · ~$450 severe
2015 Chrysler 200
31 complaints · ~$450 severe
2007 Chrysler Sebring
19 complaints · ~$450 severe
2013 Chrysler 200
17 complaints · ~$450 moderate
2018 Chrysler Pacifica
14 complaints · ~$450 severe
2014 Chrysler Town and Country
14 complaints · ~$450 severe
2011 Chrysler 200
14 complaints · ~$450 severe
2012 Chrysler 200
13 complaints · ~$450 moderate
2008 Chrysler Sebring
13 complaints · ~$450 severe
2016 Chrysler 200
12 complaints · ~$450 severe
2013 Chrysler Town and Country
12 complaints · ~$450 severe
2012 Chrysler Town and Country
12 complaints · ~$450 moderate
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser
12 complaints · ~$450 severe
2008 Chrysler 300
11 complaints · ~$450 severe
2007 Chrysler 300
11 complaints · ~$450 severe
2014 Chrysler 300
9 complaints · ~$450 severe
2012 Chrysler 300
9 complaints · ~$450 severe
2010 Chrysler Sebring
8 complaints · ~$450 severe
2005 Chrysler 300
8 complaints · ~$450 severe
2013 Chrysler 300
7 complaints · ~$450 severe
2014 Chrysler 200
6 complaints · ~$450 moderate
Active recalls — Chrysler brakes 2 on file
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.
Certain passenger vehicles equipped with 4-wheel antilock braking system (ABS), 2
Contact between the brake tube and the transaxle housing over an extended period of time may eventually lead to perforation of the brake tube, which could lead to a loss of braking force in the left front/right rear circuit of vehicle.
Fix: Dealers will install revised brake tubes. The recall began october 25, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Common questions
How many Chrysler brakes complaints are on file with NHTSA?
531 complaints across 42 model-year entries from 2005 to 2023. 2 active recall campaigns cover brakes issues across the Chrysler lineup.
Which Chrysler model has the most brakes complaints?
The 2005 Chrysler Pacifica leads with 68 complaints in this category. Next: 2019 Pacifica (39) and 2011 Town and Country (39).
What does it cost to fix Chrysler brakes problems?
Independent shops average $450 for brakes 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 brakes recalls?
Yes — 2 active recall campaigns cover brakes on Chrysler vehicles. Recall fixes are free regardless of mileage or warranty status. The list below shows current campaigns with their NHTSA numbers.
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Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database.
Editorial commentary written by Tony Marino, an independent contributor to ProblemsByVin
and not affiliated with Chrysler.
Severity ratings derive from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities on the NHTSA complaint and recall record.
Repair cost averages reflect independent-shop pricing and may differ in your area.