2004 Chrysler Pacifica Problems

High Complaint Volume

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2004 Chrysler Pacifica.

20032005
Complaints
1,332
Crashes
51
Fires
42
Injuries
47
Fatalities
4
Recalls
0

Worst 2004 Chrysler Pacifica Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#1141 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:126,368 mi
Crash-related:1
Fires:9
#2129 complaints

Body Structure

Avg mileage:123,840 mi
Crash-related:1
Fires:1
#3114 complaints

Suspension Failures

Avg mileage:119,202 mi
Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2004 Chrysler Pacifica.

Engine Problems
141
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
9
Avg Miles
126,368
Body Structure
129
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
123,840
Suspension Failures
114
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
119,202
Electrical Faults
87
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
10
Avg Miles
87,227
Structure:Frame And Members
80
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
90,128
Engine & Cooling
78
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
3
Avg Miles
86,695
Structure:Frame And Members:Underbody Shields
58
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
107,658
Structural Problems
56
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
104,725
Transmission / Drivetrain
49
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
2
Avg Miles
109,319
Fuel System
41
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
3
Avg Miles
158,775
Steering Defects
35
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
—
Avg Miles
97,489
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
34
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
1
Avg Miles
53,056
Unintended Acceleration
31
complaints
Crashes
7
Fires
—
Avg Miles
90,709
Gasoline Fuel System
24
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
3
Avg Miles
87,914
Automatic Transmission
21
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
39,719
Airbags
15
complaints
Crashes
6
Fires
1
Avg Miles
94,914
Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly
14
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
51,460
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm)
12
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
49,514
Headlight/Taillight Failures
11
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
100,330
Tires:Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
11
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
71,052
Seat-Related Issues
10
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
87,683
Electrical System:Ignition
9
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
27,631
Power Train:Axle Assembly
9
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
20,533
Seats:Front Assembly:Power Adjust
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
37,561
Wheel Issues
8
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
93,096
Air Bags:Frontal
7
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
2
Avg Miles
44,429
Exterior Lighting:Headlights
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
31,668
Fuel System, Other
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
51,561
Electronic Stability Control
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
100,000

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2004 Chrysler Pacifica — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2004 Chrysler Pacifica reliable?
Verdict: High Complaint Volume. The 2004 Chrysler Pacifica has 1,332 NHTSA complaints, 51 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 141 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2004 Chrysler Pacifica?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (141 complaints, avg 126,368 mi); Body Structure (129 complaints, avg 123,840 mi); Suspension Failures (114 complaints, avg 119,202 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2004 Chrysler Pacifica?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 101,046 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2004 Chrysler Pacifica?
NHTSA complaints for the 2004 Chrysler Pacifica include 51 crash-related reports, 42 fire reports, 47 injuries, and 4 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2004 Chrysler Pacifica have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2004 Chrysler Pacifica as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2004 Chrysler Pacifica?
This year has a higher-than-normal complaint volume. It's not an automatic no, but focus inspection on the top reported issue (engine problems) and verify open recalls have been addressed.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Chrysler Pacifica reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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