2017 Chrysler Pacifica Engine Problems
Owners have filed 523 complaints with NHTSA about engine problems on the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica, 34% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 18,000 miles. The words owners use most often: “head gasket” (16% of reports).
- 523engine complaints
- 18,000median miles at failure
- 7mention a crash
- 1mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- $6,450typical repair cost reported by owners
- 22%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Head gasket: mentioned in 82 of 523 complaints (16%)
- Put park: mentioned in 44 of 523 complaints (8%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical engine repair on the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica at $6,450, and half of them between $4,450 and $11,800.
Based on 14 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2019–2026), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do engine problems happen?
Based on 245 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 523 complaints, 7 mention a crash, 5 a fire, 1 an injury.
Chrysler Pacifica engine complaints by model year
| Model year | Engine complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Pacifica | 1 | 100% | — |
| 2026 Pacifica | 3 | 27% | 5,000 |
| 2025 Pacifica | 5 | 17% | — |
| 2024 Pacifica | 8 | 18% | — |
| 2023 Pacifica | 47 | 30% | 168 |
| 2022 Pacifica | 68 | 32% | 20,125 |
| 2021 Pacifica | 141 | 38% | 14,800 |
| 2020 Pacifica | 52 | 31% | 19,600 |
| 2019 Pacifica | 82 | 26% | 21,700 |
| 2018 Pacifica | 376 | 43% | 11,127 |
| 2017 Pacifica | 523 | 34% | 18,000 |
| 2016 Pacifica | 1 | 50% | 18,000 |
| 2008 Pacifica | 21 | 21% | 87,000 |
| 2007 Pacifica | 76 | 23% | 97,000 |
| 2006 Pacifica | 146 | 20% | 107,000 |
| 2005 Pacifica | 224 | 18% | 120,000 |
| 2004 Pacifica | 141 | 16% | 120,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Electrical system:software; engine and engine cooling:engine
Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Chrysler Pacifica vehicles equipped with a 3.6l engine. The engine control software may become out of sync with the crankshaft position sensor, possibly resulting in an engine stall.
Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine control software, free of charge. The recall began March 7, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U01.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
Put the car in park car instantly cut off didn't come on. It was having electronic issues said service ABS system, service steering control and I had to get it towed. Had the whole car diagnosed brought a new battery the another was fried due to corrosion.(the issue was the wiring harness) One…
One year ago (114k miles) I started having some rough idle, stumbling, etc. Then a cylinder 5 misfire code appeared. I swapped around coils and injectors, replaced the PCV valve, replaced lower intake manifold, coolant flush. Still no improvement. So I then replaced all the coils, plugs, and bench…
The contact owns a 2017 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was displayed on the instrument panel soon after the vehicle was purchased. An independent mechanic replaced the EVAP purge valve, but after the repair, the power steering assist failed, and several…
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2017 Chrysler Pacificas have engine problems?
No. NHTSA has 523 owner complaints about engine for the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica (34% of the 1,531 complaints for this model year). Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica engine?
Yes: 1 safety recall list engine. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do engine problems start?
The median reported mileage is 18,000 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
How much does it cost to fix engine problems on the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica?
Owners report a typical cost of $6,450 (half paid between $4,450 and $11,800), from 14 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about engine problems on the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica?
The most frequent phrase is “head gasket”, in 82 of 523 complaints, followed by “put park” (44).
Other 2017 Chrysler Pacifica problems
See all 2017 Chrysler Pacifica problems or engine problems across all Pacifica years.