Problems owners report
Complaints filed with NHTSA about the 2018 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-IN Hybrid, by the system named in each complaint. One complaint can name several.
- Electrical system83
- Hybrid propulsion system75
- Engine63
- Power train40
- Unknown or other34
- Fuel/propulsion system19
- Vehicle speed control13
- Steering7
- Service brakes7
- Suspension6
NHTSA ODI complaints (public domain) · updated 23 Oct 2026 · 4 injuries and 0 deaths reported
Compared with other years
NHTSA ODI complaints by model year
Recalls
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles that received a software update remedy under NHTSA recall number 22V-077. The battery pack may cause a vehicle fire when parked, even with the ignition in the "Off" position.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEV). A vehicle fire can occur when parked, even with the ignition in the "Off" position.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles ("PHEV"). The 12 volt isolator post located behind the driver's seat may develop high resistance.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica hybrid vehicles. The right front lower control arm may separate from the steering knuckle.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid Electric vehicles (PHEV). After the vehicle has been operating in PHEV propulsion mode, the gas-fueled engine may not restart properly resulting in unburned fuel entering the exhaust catalyst.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles. The powertrain control module may be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that may fail, causing a stall or a no start condition.
Whether a recall was fixed on a particular car is known only to the manufacturer: check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
NHTSA recalls · summaries in NHTSA's own words
Service bulletins
What Chrysler told its dealers about the 2018 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-IN Hybrid: known faults, fixes and updates.
| Bulletin | Summary |
|---|---|
| 11010748 | Reverse View Camera Inoperative After Recent Repair |
| 11009559 | MODULE - INVERTER |
| 11007087 | Warranty Newsletter Volume 10 Issue 8_ID |
| 11006965 | "Updated Front Hub Nut Torque Specification There are no Customer Symptoms for this Information Only Technical Service Bulletin (TSB). " |
| 11005525 | Liftgate Inoperative And Or Intermittently Will Not Open Or Close. |
| 11005320 | "Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates. NOTE: Verify current warranty policy to determine if digital imaging pre-authorization is required or pre-approval is required from the Regional Office; depending on market. This bulletin involves inspecting and if necessary removing corrosion and refinishing the suspect aluminum panels on the vehicle, hood, door, fenders, hinges, swing gates or liftgate panels." |
| 11004838 | 2 nd Row Seat Does Not Fold Using Easy Entry Handle. |
| 11002828 | "Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning Lamp On " |
| 11001830 | "Internal Transmission Wiring Connector Short and Motor A Bearing Failure Warranty Extension XE1 **Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs):** P0A3F - Drive Motor A Position Sensor 1 Circuit. P0A43 - Drive Motor A Position Sensor Circuit Intermittent. P0A45 - Drive Motor B Position Sensor 1 Circuit. P0C1A - Drive Motor B Torque Delivered Performance. Customers may also comment on the following: Vehicle is in limp mode. NOTE: Module flashes are also required for th |
| 11001645 | Warranty Bulletin D-23-07 Rev. A (XE1) eFlite Si-eVT Transmission Certain 2017 - 2023 Chrysler Pacifica (RU) |
| 11001644 | FCA Caribbean Warranty Bulletin ID-23-07 Rev. A (XE1) eFlite Si-eVT Transmission Certain 2017 - 2023 Chrysler Pacifica (RU) |
| 11001466 | Power Sliding Door Inoperative Or Intermittently Will Not Open Or Close |
| 11001459 | Suspected Engine Coolant Leak |
| 10251783 | Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning Lamp On |
| 10248509 | Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service Library that is causing the incorrect repair kit part number to populate. Please use the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website until this issue is resolved. |
| 10247948 | Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning Lamp On |
| 10244356 | LIFTER, Hydraulic Roller Deactivating Please do not replace MDS lifters because the disconnecting pin is not lined up, this is normal and not a defect. |
| 10244348 | Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service Library that is causing the incorrect repair kit part number to populate. Please use the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website until this issue is resolved. |
| 10243209 | FCA Caribbean Warranty Bulletin ID-23-20 "Can / Am" Warranty Coverage - 594 / 595 / 596 WCC |
| 10243208 | Warranty Bulletin D-16-03 - "Can / Am" Warranty Coverage - 594 / 595 / 596 WCC (Rev. B) |
| 10242717 | Lubrication and Maintenance Fluids If MOPAR fluids and chemicals are not readily available, please review Service Library for specifications so a suitable alternative can be used |
| 10239957 | Water Quality When Mixed With Engine Coolant |
| 10236933 | wiTECH Small Leak Verification Test (SLVT) - P0456-EVAP SYSTEM SMALL LEAK |
| 10234506 | Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have been set: Major monitor (misfire) and other diagnostics are disabled on a pending DTCs P0335 and P0339. ? **P0335 - Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit (NA Only). ? P0339 - Crankshaft Position Sensor Intermittent (NA Only).** ? P06E4 - Control Module Wake-Up Circuit Performance. Software enhancement: Technicians and/or customers may report the vehicle wi |
| 10234420 | Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning Lamp On |
NHTSA manufacturer communications (public domain)
NHTSA investigations
Electrical arcing and thermal events, potentially leading to fires, while utilizing Enel X Way USA, LLC's JuiceBox residential charger.
Loss of motive power due to an internal wiring connector short.
Ignition-off high voltage battery fire (Remedy effectiveness of Recall 22V-077)
Transmission fault leading to loss of motive power
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation