Chrysler Pacifica RU
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
Engine Overview
The Chrysler Pacifica RU is available with 2 engine variants — from 234 to 305 hp.
The Chrysler 3.6L V6 (Petrol, 287 PS) has the Pentastar-3.6-LC (3.6L V6) — rated: "Be Careful", 3 known weaknesses.
The Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid (Petrol Plug-in-Hybrid, 248 PS) has the Pacifica-eHybrid-ENC (3.6L V6 Atkinson + Electric) — rated: "Be Careful", 3 known weaknesses.
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Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Power Sliding Door Failure — THE Pacifica Problem Power sliding doors fail to respond or close unexpectedly. 475+ NHTSA complaints triggered a formal investigation. FCA extended warranty to 15 years/1 million miles on door lock actuators for affected VINs. Injuries from unexpected door closure documented. Symptoms: Sliding door won't open or close on command, closes by itself, door falls off track from 40,000 km | Medium | |
| TIPM Failure — Total Electrical Meltdown Totally Integrated Power Module controls all electrical functions. Internal defect causes cascading failures: fuel pump dies, windows cycle on their own, horn sounds randomly. Known Chrysler fleet problem 2008-2016. Symptoms: Random no-start, door locks cycling by themselves, fuel pump relay failure, windows operating on their own from 86,000 km | Medium |
Top Reported Issues
Alternatives
Known Problems and Issues
A total of 14 weaknesses have been documented for the Chrysler Pacifica RU (2017–2025) — 6 engine-related and 8 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Electronics, Gearbox, Other, HVAC.
Pacifica (Pentastar-3.6-LC, 2017–2025) — Be Careful: Rocker arm tick, Oil filter housing leak — plastic cracks, Timing chain tensioner stretch (2011-2013). Power: 287 PS.
Pacifica (Pacifica-eHybrid-ENC, 2017–2025) — Be Careful: High-Voltage Battery Fire Risk (Recall 2022/2024), HV Battery Coolant Pump Failure, Power Inverter Module (PIM) Failure. Power: 248 PS.
What to watch out for with the Chrysler Pacifica? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.
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Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee