Chrysler Pacifica Plug-IN Hybrid Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 16, 2026 · 614 owner complaints analyzed

Years with far more complaints than usual:

NHTSA has 614 owner complaints and 12 safety recalls on file for the Chrysler Pacifica Plug-IN Hybrid, across 10 model years (2017–2026). The 2018 model year has the most complaints (223). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.

Peak: 2018, with 223 complaints
2017: 792017792018: 22320182232019: 452019452020: 582020582021: 262021262022: 11620221162023: 402023402024: 262024262025: 1202512026: 020260

n = 614 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Chrysler Pacifica Plug-IN Hybrid years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Pacifica Plug-IN Hybrid year: 2018, 2022. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2018 Pacifica Plug-IN Hybrid: 223 complaints, 6 recalls
  2. 2022 Pacifica Plug-IN Hybrid: 116 complaints, 0 recalls
  3. 2017 Pacifica Plug-IN Hybrid: 79 complaints, 6 recalls

Model years with the fewest complaints

  1. 2025 Pacifica Plug-IN Hybrid: 1 complaint, 1 recall
  2. 2021 Pacifica Plug-IN Hybrid: 26 complaints, 1 recall
  3. 2024 Pacifica Plug-IN Hybrid: 26 complaints, 0 recalls

Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.

Most common Chrysler Pacifica Plug-IN Hybrid problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Electrical System problems23693
Engine problems20880
Power Train problems17282
Hybrid Propulsion System problems12171
Fuel/propulsion System8070
Vehicle Speed Control3661
Service Brakes2576
Steering2070
Forward Collision Avoidance1872
Back Over Prevention1341
Seats1040
Structure730
Suspension720
Electronic Stability Control (esc)521
Exterior Lighting521
Air Bags320
Engine and Engine Cooling320
Visibility/wiper330
Lane Departure220
Seat Belts220
Latches/locks/linkages110
Parking Brake110
Service Brakes, Hydraulic110
Wheels110

Chrysler Pacifica Plug-IN Hybrid problems by model year

Problem areas with enough reports for their own page.

All Chrysler Pacifica Plug-IN Hybrid model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2026 Pacifica Plug-IN Hybrid02——
2025 Pacifica Plug-IN Hybrid11—Electrical System
2024 Pacifica Plug-IN Hybrid260—EngineFewer complaints than other years
2023 Pacifica Plug-IN Hybrid400—EngineFewer complaints than other years
2022 Pacifica Plug-IN Hybrid1160—Power TrainFar more complaints than other years
2021 Pacifica Plug-IN Hybrid261—Electrical SystemFewer complaints than other years
2020 Pacifica Plug-IN Hybrid582—Electrical SystemMore complaints than other years
2019 Pacifica Plug-IN Hybrid452—Electrical SystemAbout as many complaints as other years
2018 Pacifica Plug-IN Hybrid2236—Electrical SystemFar more complaints than other years
2017 Pacifica Plug-IN Hybrid796—Electrical SystemMore complaints than other years

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Frequently asked questions

Which Chrysler Pacifica Plug-IN Hybrid years should you stay away from?

By NHTSA complaints, 2018 (223), 2022 (116) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Pacifica Plug-IN Hybrid year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.

What is the biggest problem with the Chrysler Pacifica Plug-IN Hybrid?

Electrical System, with 236 complaints across 9 model years.

How many recalls does the Chrysler Pacifica Plug-IN Hybrid have?

12 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.