2016 Chrysler Pacifica Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Mar 3, 2019 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Pacifica years
Not enough data 16th of 18 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Chrysler Pacifica. That ranks 16th out of 18 Pacifica model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 50%), typically at around 12,733 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2016 Chrysler Pacifica problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Electrical System1 · ~12,733 mi
Electronic Stability Control (esc)1 · ~18,000 mi
Engine1 · ~18,000 mi
Fuel/propulsion System1 · ~18,000 mi
Power Train1 · ~12,733 mi
Suspension1 · ~12,733 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System150%12,733——
Electronic Stability Control (esc)150%18,000——
Engine150%18,000——
Fuel/propulsion System150%18,000——
Power Train150%12,733——
Suspension150%12,733——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2017, with 1 complaints
2017: 1201712019: 120191

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2016 Chrysler Pacifica recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2016 Chrysler Pacifica.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

The front axle broke with no evidence of impact or damage. The axle broke while operating the vehicle at less than 30 mph on a residential street. The vehicle has approximately 12,700 miles on it. The dealership cannot identify a reason for the front axle breaking. This caused the vehicle to be…

Electrical System · received Mar 3, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11183725

Car shuts off while driving. Warnings to put the car in park and electronic stability issues may pop up. The engine makes a weird noise and the car will often not shift to park to restart. This has occurred three separate occasions for me. Each time i was luckily driving slowly prior to a turn. I…

Electronic Stability Control (esc) · received Oct 6, 2017 · NHTSA complaint 11032132

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Chrysler Pacifica?

Owners most often report electrical system, electronic stability control (esc), engine problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2016 Chrysler Pacifica?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2016 Chrysler Pacifica a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Pacifica model years, the 2016 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.