2023 Chrysler Pacifica Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2023 Chrysler Pacifica.

20222024
Complaints
190
Crashes
2
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Fatalities
Recalls
11

Worst 2023 Chrysler Pacifica Problems

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

#140 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:168 mi
#230 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:36,613 mi
#328 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:23,805 mi
Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2023 Chrysler Pacifica.

Engine Problems
40
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
168
Electrical Faults
30
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
36,613
Airbags
28
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
23,805
Transmission / Drivetrain
27
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
48,000
Fuel System
11
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
2,500
Brakes
6
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
15,150
Unintended Acceleration
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Backup Camera
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward-Collision Avoidance Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hybrid Propulsion System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Lane Keep: Automatic Steering
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2023 Chrysler Pacifica

11 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~1,569,881 vehicles.

26V189000Air Bags:side/window:curtain
~178,246 affected

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Pacifica and Voyager vehicles. The right and left side curtain air bags may have insufficient pressure retention from improperly sealed seams. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."

25V876000Equipment Adaptive/mobility:wheelchair Restraints/securement:latch/anchor:
~86 affected

Rollx Vans (Rollx) is recalling certain GMC Yukon, Sierra, Chevrolet Express 2500, Ford Transit, E-250, Toyota Sienna, Sienna Hybrid, Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Town and Country, Voyager, Pacifica, Dodge Grand Caravan, and Ram Promaster vehicles equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. Please refer to Rollx's recall report for specific model year information. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.

25V877000Equipment Adaptive/mobility:wheelchair Restraints/securement:latch/anchor:
~1,019 affected

Vantage Mobility, LLC (VM) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Honda Odyssey, 2021-2025 Chrysler Pacifica, and Toyota Sienna vehicles equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.

25V388000Equipment:appliance:tv/radio/speakers · Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
~140 affected

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023 Chrysler Pacifica and Voyager vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the rearview camera image may not display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

25V302000Air Bags:side/window:curtain
~250,651 affected

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Pacifica and Voyager vehicles. The right and left side curtain air bags may have insufficient pressure retention from improperly sealed seams. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."

24V793000Air Bags:side/window:curtain
~26 affected

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Pacifica and 2020-2021, 2023 Voyager vehicles. An improperly secured connector for the side curtain air bags may prevent the air bags from deploying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 214, "Side Impact Protection" and 226, "Ejection Mitigation."

24V436000Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
~1,033,433 affected

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Dodge Durango, 2021-2023 Chrysler Pacifica, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, 2022 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, Chrysler Voyager, 2022-2023 Jeep Compass, Grand Cherokee, Wagoneer, Grand Wagoneer, and Ram Promaster vehicles. The radio software may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

24V199000Air Bags:frontal:driver Clockspring/spiral Cassette · Steering:column
~38,164 affected

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Ram 1500, Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Chrysler Pacifica, Ram 3500, Ram 3500 cab chassis, Ram 2500, Ram 4500 cab chassis, Ram 5500 cab chassis, 2023 Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a GVWR less than 10,000 lbs., and Chrysler Voyager vehicles. The steering column control module may not be welded properly, which can prevent the driver's air bag from deploying in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

23V753000Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
~32 affected

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023 Chrysler Pacifica plug-in hybrid electric vehicles. An electrical short may occur due to an incorrectly installed 12-volt battery isolator post, resulting in a fire while parked or driving.

23V500000Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
~967 affected

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023 Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid Electric vehicles. The fuel line may be deformed, causing a fuel leak.

+ 1 more recalls

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2023 Chrysler Pacifica — FAQ

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

Is the 2023 Chrysler Pacifica reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2023 Chrysler Pacifica has 190 NHTSA complaints, 2 crash-related, and 11 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 40 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2023 Chrysler Pacifica?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (40 complaints, avg 168 mi); Electrical Faults (30 complaints, avg 36,613 mi); Airbags (28 complaints, avg 23,805 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 2023 Chrysler Pacifica?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 22,867 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2023 Chrysler Pacifica?
NHTSA complaints for the 2023 Chrysler Pacifica include 2 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 0 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 2023 Chrysler Pacifica have any recalls?
Yes — 11 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 1,569,881 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2023 Chrysler Pacifica?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

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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