2005 Chrysler Pacifica Problems

High Complaint Volume

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica.

20042006
Complaints
1,800
Crashes
40
Fires
14
Injuries
27
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0

Worst 2005 Chrysler Pacifica Problems

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

#1223 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:118,594 mi
Crash-related:1
Fires:5
#2219 complaints

Body Structure

Avg mileage:120,902 mi
#3178 complaints

Suspension Failures

Avg mileage:115,631 mi
Crash-related:2
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica.

Engine Problems
223
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
5
Avg Miles
118,594
Body Structure
219
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
120,902
Suspension Failures
178
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
115,631
Engine & Cooling
138
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
73,658
Structural Problems
93
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
109,046
Transmission / Drivetrain
83
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
112,401
Electrical Faults
80
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
2
Avg Miles
68,577
Structure:Frame And Members:Underbody Shields
71
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
124,318
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
53
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
37,855
Unintended Acceleration
50
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
—
Avg Miles
74,721
Steering Defects
46
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
106,705
Fuel System
41
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
159,695
Gasoline Fuel System
36
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
76,129
Headlight/Taillight Failures
26
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
103,396
Structure:Frame And Members
26
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
118,361
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
23
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
28,126
Brakes
22
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
97,526
Hydraulic Brakes
22
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
53,290
Automatic Transmission
20
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
62,126
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm)
16
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
48,680
Fuel Pump
13
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
36,088
Fuel System, Other
13
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
40,661
Airbags
10
complaints
Crashes
7
Fires
—
Avg Miles
71,805
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
10
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
18,976
Exterior Lighting:Headlights
10
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
58,583
Service Brakes, Electric
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
61,562
Wheel Issues
8
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
117,586
Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
40,956
Sunroof/Moonroof
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
56,741

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2005 Chrysler Pacifica — FAQ

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

Is the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica reliable?
Verdict: High Complaint Volume. The 2005 Chrysler Pacifica has 1,800 NHTSA complaints, 40 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 223 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (223 complaints, avg 118,594 mi); Body Structure (219 complaints, avg 120,902 mi); Suspension Failures (178 complaints, avg 115,631 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 2005 Chrysler Pacifica?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 99,068 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica?
NHTSA complaints for the 2005 Chrysler Pacifica include 40 crash-related reports, 14 fire reports, 27 injuries, and 0 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 2005 Chrysler Pacifica have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2005 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 2005 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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