Chrysler Pacifica Electronic Stability Control (esc) Problems
Owners have filed 106 complaints with NHTSA about electronic stability control (esc) problems on the Chrysler Pacifica across 10 model years. The 2018 model year has the most (37). The words owners use most often: “put park” (12% of reports).
- 106electronic stability control (esc) complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 2mention a crash
- 1mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- 25%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.
- Put park: mentioned in 13 of 106 complaints (12%)
- Traction control: mentioned in 8 of 106 complaints (8%)
- Off restart: mentioned in 6 of 106 complaints (6%)
- Middle road: mentioned in 6 of 106 complaints (6%)
At what mileage do electronic stability control (esc) problems happen?
Based on 97 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 106 complaints, 2 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 1 an injury.
Chrysler Pacifica electronic stability control (esc) complaints by model year
| Model year | Electronic Stability Control (esc) complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Pacifica | 1 | 0% | 5,000 |
| 2019 Pacifica | 2 | 1% | 20,506 |
| 2018 Pacifica | 37 | 4% | 11,621 |
| 2017 Pacifica | 27 | 2% | 24,500 |
| 2016 Pacifica | 1 | 50% | 18,000 |
| 2008 Pacifica | 5 | 5% | 80,000 |
| 2007 Pacifica | 15 | 5% | 132,500 |
| 2006 Pacifica | 7 | 1% | 75,991 |
| 2005 Pacifica | 5 | 0% | 113,000 |
| 2004 Pacifica | 6 | 1% | 115,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Electronic stability control (esc)
Model years: 2025, 2026
Problem: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Chrysler Voyager, Chrysler Pacifica, and 2026 Chrysler Voyager Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. The brake pedal position sensor capacitor may be cracked, which can cause a loss of electronic stability control. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Risk: A loss of electronic stability control increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace brake pedal position sensor, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 17, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 69D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 9, 2026.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owned a 2022 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH, a very loud snapping noise had suddenly occurred, and the message "Stability System Activated" displayed before the steering wheel suddenly turned to the right, causing the driver to lose control…
The contact owns a 2017 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle started to sway from left to right, and a message displayed reading "Stability Control System Fault". No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined that the rear…
The contact owns a 2017 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated that two weeks after purchasing the vehicle new, the vehicle would jerk while driving at various speeds and depressing the accelerator pedal. The RPMâs was stuck on 2,000 RPM. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was…
Driving on major highway at 70 mph, car suddenly lost power with no warning other than a message on dash 'parking brake may temporarily be unavailable', car did not shut off but gas pedal unresponsive. Pulled over, turned off car, restarted, put in drive, car did not move. New message: service…
On four occasions, i started the van and it immediately became locked in park mode with a notice about electronic stability control issues. You can't turn off the vehicle or take it out of park. Chrysler is buying back the vehicle because they can't fix it.
Frequently asked questions
Do all Chrysler Pacificas have electronic stability control (esc) problems?
No. NHTSA has 106 owner complaints about electronic stability control (esc) for the Chrysler Pacifica. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Chrysler Pacifica electronic stability control (esc)?
Yes: 1 safety recall list electronic stability control (esc). Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about electronic stability control (esc) problems on the Chrysler Pacifica?
The most frequent phrase is “put park”, in 13 of 106 complaints, followed by “traction control” (8).
Other Chrysler Pacifica problems
- Engine problems (1,915)
- Electrical System problems (1,455)
- Power Train problems (1,425)
- Structure problems (1,078)
- Steering problems (774)
- Engine and Engine Cooling problems (496)
- Suspension problems (489)
- Fuel/propulsion System problems (437)
See all Chrysler Pacifica problems.